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Leia in Houston, TX, USA

Massage Therapist

Hi! My name is Leia, thank you for taking the time to consider me as your massage therapist. I hail from Madison Wisconsin, born and raised. I recently moved to the Houston area to be close to one of my heart's desires, the ocean, and to escape the freezing cold of the north.

I became a massage therapist in 2006, inspired by my passion for nurturing people and helping to make a difference in someone's life. I opened my own massage practice in 2007, and over the next 5 years it grew into a popular day spa, being voted Best Spa in Madison in 2010.

I have always been an athlete, from gymnastics at the age of 3, to volleyball and basketball in high school and a pursuit in fitness after that. Because of this,I began to specialize in sports massage, deep tissue and therapeutic pain relief. I enjoy offering all kinds of massage modalities, from hot stone to relaxation and aromatherapy, even pregnancy massage and thai massage. But I most enjoy deep, specific work, trigger point therapy and really working out the knots and pulled muscles that are causing people to hurt, and helping them live a more pain free life.

It is an amazingly rewarding career, and I feel honored each time a client requests my services. I have worked on little old ladies who just need a relaxing touch, to MMA fighters and NFL football players. In 2010, I decided to combine my love for massage and athletics by becoming an ACE certified personal trainer.

I am now able to assist my clients in more than one area, offering them nutritional support, exercise education, self care techniques like stretching and foam rolling, followed by a massage for muscle recovery after one of my tough work outs. In 2012 I sold my day spa and went back to owning a private practice where I could connect closer with my clients. It was hard saying goodbye to people I had been taking care of weekly and monthly, regularly for 6 years, but they all knew I had to follow my dreams. I packed up and moved south, excited for the opportunities working with Dr. Dot might bring me.

As everyone in Texas has welcomed me so politely, I would love to welcome you! Looking forward to serving you while you're in Houston!

Feedback:

“"Hey Dot, All your "bots" we're great. No complaints, and a few were LOVED. JONNY particularly liked the girl in Thackerville OK (Kourtnii), she was strong enough to really reach Jon's tough back issues"”
Experience Hendrix Tour Manger, Greg
“"The service was great. Thank you"”
Shawn Richesin TOUR MANAGER - Kaleo
“To Whom It May Concern: I have been touring for about 22 years with many different bands (Dave Matthews, Tracy Chapman, Primus, etc etc...) The masseuse I had today for The Weepies show at The State Room in SLC, Danielle, was perhaps one of the best I have ever had. Everything from her disposition to her skills. My entire band and crew adored her. I felt it was important to tell how amazing this woman was, and how she brightened our day. Best Regards, Brett Manager – The Weepies”
Brett, Manager – The Weepies
“"As always thank you! Great service as ever. TB"”
Tyler the Creator Tour manager Tim Boardman
“"Heather (Seattle) was awesome...Pain is down from a 9 to about a 2 or 3. By far, one of the best massages I have ever gotten. As usual, you and your Bots rock!"”
Van Halen Tour Management Mike. M
“"Service has been very good on this tour. Hanne in Munich was great."”
Jason Mraz tour manager Matt S.
“I love using your Dot Bots they are always so professional and provide excellent service regardless of the city or continent! They always make my clients very happy and at the end of the day that's all that matters!”
Clay - Tour Manager (Staind) and Guns n' Roses Monitor Engineer
“Jeff Wayne has really taken to all the massage’s he had so far from your team. Roland in Cardiff was great / Jeff and Jason Donovan both had massage’s from him and both said how good he was. Cheers, Neil Brighouse Tour Manager”
War of the Worlds Tour manager Neil B.
“"Everything was great! Thank you so so much. Especially for your quick response...Will"”
Pointer Sisters manager, William
“Thank you for always being able to get people here quickly. It has been a big help.”
Matthew - Production Coordinator (Lady Gaga)
“"I am very familiar with the Dr. Her team is awesome"”
Steve Vai Tour Manager Warren
“"She rules. Our favorite yet. Let's have her every time"”
Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros TM Sam
“"thanks a lot for your help during our tours"”
Zucchero tour manager Laura
“"My tour manager wanted me to tell you Leslie was great. Very professional. He has never had an hour massage or someone come to his room. It was a nice treat for him and he doesn't have FB or Twitter but wanted me to tell you how professional your company was. The Wailers will be using you exclusively"”
The Wailers PA Michele V.
“"I feel much better since getting massage from Dot-Bots and I am thrilled with my progress. You guys have saved me!"”
Gypsy, Tour manager of Behemoth
“"Thank you so much for the last minute request on our side. Best in the business!!!"”
Tyler the Creator & Odd Future manager Brick
“"They were very pleased, excellent job. Thanks again"”
Empire of the Sun TM Tim
“Your company has really helped me out on tour.”
Brendan Ekstrom - Guitar (Circa Survive)
“Rachelle = no more muscle spasms…… You both are my heroes. The rest of the crew is complete agreement. Tom H”
Three Dog Night TM Tom H.
“Hi Dot, FYI Danielle in Salt Lake City was amazing, she worked on my whole crew and band and everyone loved her. Thanks again Tony ”
Tony, TM: Victoria Justice / Cobra
“The Dots we had rocked!”
Christopher - Tour Manager (Bad Company)
“Hi Dot! Yared enjoyed the massage very much! Talked about it all evening. Thank you again and I will contact you for any artist I will work with Best, Tom ”
Yared Dibaba Tour manager Tom C.
“Thank you.. Also.. The person that came out to our Chicago show (Ali) was amazing, and because of her i decided to look into getting more book for the tour. Thanks again Roger Nightwish - Tour Mg”
Nightwish Tour Manager Roger
“"Thank u for great service."”
Chris Daughtry TM Alan
“Clay Hutson Production Manager, Stage Manager, Rigger, Monitor Engineer & More! I have been using Dr. Dots "DotBots" for years. Her girls have seen many of the artists and crew that I have TM/PM'd for. Her girls are always on time, friendly, and professional. You need to make time and room on your tour for Dr. Dot's services. By far the best in the business.”
Clay Hutson Production Manager (Guns and Roses, Alice in Chains, Staind)
“Dear Dr Dot, Thank you for setting up Therapists along the way of our tour. THAT was a huge help to Band/Crew to keep them feeling better and fit! Thank you! Brad ”
Johnny Lang Tour manager Brad
“Thanks. We've had a lot of the Dr. Dot's on various stops on the recent Staind tour. Thanks for the therapy!”
Brian Wolk
“Please let Dr. Dot know that I am very happy with all of the Dot Bot's this summer.”
Steve Miller
“Thank you very much for making this happen, especially considering the late notice. I can't say enough how great a service you provide. Thanks, David”
Hans Zimmer Production Manager David M.
“"All was great, thanks so much"”
The Cult tour manager, Tony