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About Us
Rick
Halle-Podell
Licensed Massage Therapist
Founder and Owner of
Massage Therapy of Oak Park
Rick earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Illinois and Massage Therapy Certification from the nationally recognized Chicago School of Massage Therapy. His advanced studies include Myofascial Release, Structural Therapy, Cranio Sacral Therapy, Somato Emotional Release, Pregnancy Massage, Visceral Manipulation and Thai Massage. |
Rick specializes in migraine headache treatments, relieving Temporal Mandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMD), and providing novel treatments for chronic pain. His focus is on providing over all balance in order to improve the functioning of the central nervous system so the body’s natural healing process can occur. He has worked with Fibromyalgia and reflex sympathetic dystrophy within a medically directed chronic pain clinic and is the Lead Massage Therapist for a research project studying chronic pelvic pain at Loyola University Medical Center, Northwestern University Medical Center, the Rehab Institute of Chicago, Stanford University Medical Center, University of Pennsylvania, Cleveland Clinic and William Beaumont Hospital.
Rick has also volunteered as a therapist and crew manager for the Twin Cities-Chicago Aids Rides and the Avon Breast Cancer 3-Day Walk.
Rick's unique understanding of stress and the effects of family dynamics enhance his abilities to support his clients' healing process. His practice of Chi Gong, an ancient Chinese form of healing arts enable him to help clients' achieve their own balance.
Rick, his wife and son enjoy life in Oak Park, IL where he is a founding member of the Near West Business Association and has served on the Oak Park Environmental Energy Commission.
Honors:
- American Massage Therapy Association IL Chapter 1999 Meritorious Service Award
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1998 Sports Massage Team Leadership Award.
Rick Halle-Podell currently teaches the following courses:
Chi Gong Facilitator
Gottlieb
Hospital Health and Fitness Center
Massage
For Couples
Oak
Park Park District
For more information contact Massage Therapy of Oak Park at 708-386-7415 or follow the links below.
Rick is available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
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Rick has been featured in Men's Health, Better Homes and Gardens and, in October of 2004, during National Massage Therapy Awareness Week, he demonstrated the benefits of massage therapy on television stations across the nation. |
Mickey Agney
Licensed Massage Therapist
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Mickey Agney has been developing her techniques since 1995 when she graduated from the Carlson College of Massage Therapy in Iowa. She strives to help people walk through life with ease by incorporating her eclectic background in Swedish Massage, Deep Muscle Therapy, Trager Work, Hot Stone Massage, Essential Oils, The Raindrop Technique, Quantum-Touch and Prenatal Bodywork. Mickey understands the interconnectedness of the body, mind and spirit and approaches each individual's problems from many different angles. Mickey’s personal practice of Yoga has taught her the importance of balance and breathing which she often shares with her clients |
Mickey is available for treatments on Thursday and Sunday mornings.
Jessica Bradley
Licensed Massage Therapist
Jessica’s background is originally in Spanish and Latin American and Caribbean Studies. She earned her BA from the University of Michigan in 2003 and is currently working on her Masters in Spanish Literature at Loyola University Chicago. Her interests in Latin American culture have led her towards learning the ancient art of Incan energy work and massage.
Jessica received her massage training from National University of Health Sciences and is a student of the Healing the Light Body School, which is a professional training program leading to certification in Incan energy work. She specializes in Swedish massage, Deep Tissue Massage and Trigger Point Therapy. She also has training in Pregnancy, Infant and Sports Massage. Between massage and energy work she is able to bring balance to the body and soul by creating a holistic healing environment.
We are dedicated to providing the highest quality hands-on health experience to meet your individual needs.
Serving Chicagoland and the western suburbs including: Oak Park, River Forest, Forest Park, Elmwood Park, LaGrange, Hinsdale, Elmhurst, Berwyn, Brookfield, Riverside and Oakbrook. We accept personal checks, and gift certificates can be charged through PayPal. About Us • Our Philosophy • Treatment Options • Benefits of Massage Therapy • Hours and Prices
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