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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:

“"As always thank you! Great service as ever. TB"”
Tyler the Creator Tour manager Tim Boardman
“Dr. Dot is a life saver on tour.”
Rikki Rockett - Drummer of Poison
“Please let Dr. Dot know that I am very happy with all of the Dot Bot's this summer.”
Steve Miller
“"Once again, Dr Dots comes thru! Thanks!"”
Victor Wooten PM/TM Jack T.
“I just wanted to say thanks for another great tour. Your folks were, per usual, wonderful. You provide a great service, and I appreciate it.”
Manager of Everlast
“"Everything was great as always thank you again"”
Gabriel Iglesias TM Ryan
“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
“"I have always used her people and they are great. Simon"”
Simon S., Roger Waters Tour Manager
“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
“"I love working with Dr. Dot's crew. They are really a pleasure to work with"”
Casting Crowns Production mananager Jenn
“"Thanks for sorting Cherri in Portsmouth(UK) …. My guitar player is very happy"”
Chris G. tour manager of Australian Pink Floyd
“"Dr. Dot really is just the best and saves me so much time hunting for (good) massage therapists for whole mornings!"”
Sarah, the Wombats
“"The service was great. Thank you"”
Shawn Richesin TOUR MANAGER - Kaleo
“"I am very familiar with the Dr. Her team is awesome"”
Steve Vai Tour Manager Warren
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Mitch; Production Manager Steely Dan
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Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros TM Sam
“Both Smo and I love your Dot Bots. Between filming our tv show and touring constantly, your bots are our saving grace! Thanks! Dan”
Big Smo tour manager Dan
“ "The bots this tour have all been awesome and made everyone have a better time." Sam”
Edward Sharp and the magnetic Zero's
“Sheila E. is in love with your service. ”
Joey F. Production manager Dave Koz Christmas tour
“I am very impressed with the Dr. Dot team! Your team is consistent, professional and give an outstanding massage. I like the idea that all Dot Bots are auditioned/tested before they get on the team.”
Carl (Madness)
“Denise, Denver, Colorado DotBot was the Best Ever!”
Gypsy, Tour manager of Behemoth
“"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
“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
“Thank you for always being able to get people here quickly. It has been a big help.”
Matthew - Production Coordinator (Lady Gaga)
“The Dot Bots are awesome. I send one email and one magically appears no matter where we are in the country.”
Demun - Singer of Rehab
“"We really like Denise (Boston Dotbot) she does a great job in Mass.... Of course all the therapists have been great on this run" Jan. 2014”
Gipsy Kings TM John
“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.
“Thanks so much for your help!!! We will be in touch for future tours!”
Susan, Casting Crowns Tour Manager
“"Thanks Dr. Dot! You're the best!"”
Rancid tour manager Cris
“I want to thank you for coming through these last couple of times Dot. Your team has been completely professional and nothing short of stellar.”
Luis - Manager of Maxwell