Courtney Putnam
Massage & Reiki Practitioner, Visual Artist, Writer

Rising Bird Healing Arts

• http://www.rising-bird.com
• http://healingnest.blogspot.com
• http://oriart.blogspot.com

In my healing sessions, the worries of daily life may gently fall away as my clients rise to a lighter, more aware and peaceful place. By integrating massage, energy work, whole-person wellness approaches, personal reflection, and creative expression, I invite my clients to experience a unique blend of healing modalities to support their body, mind, and soul.

In my work, I believe that it is just as important to attend to my clients' emotional, mental, and spiritual well being as it is to address their physical issues. People often describe feeling deeply relaxed, yet somehow "lighter" after a session with...[more]

In my healing sessions, the worries of daily life may gently fall away as my clients rise to a lighter, more aware and peaceful place. By integrating massage, energy work, whole-person wellness approaches, personal reflection, and creative expression, I invite my clients to experience a unique blend of healing modalities to support their body, mind, and soul.

In my work, I believe that it is just as important to attend to my clients' emotional, mental, and spiritual well being as it is to address their physical issues. People often describe feeling deeply relaxed, yet somehow "lighter" after a session with me. The image of a rising bird represents this sense of calm and peace as clients allow themselves the chance to rise and soar.

In addition to providing bodywork sessions, I also offer workshops related to healing and creativity. I find that creative expression coupled with attention to the body can bring about positive change, keen insights, and transformative experiences.

I am a writer and visual artist in addition to being a massage practitioner, so I know firsthand how creative expression can be a positive force in personal growth and healing work. [less]

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  From Kristen Bergsman

  Given on Tue Apr 29, 2008.

  I've been to a lot of different massage therapists, but none have helped me as much as Courtney. She offers...[more]

  I've been to a lot of different massage therapists, but none have helped me as much as Courtney. She offers the perfect combination of massage know-how, a peaceful environment, and a calm, intuitive approach. Her add-ons are extra special, such as foot soaks, salt scrubs (!!), and seasonal specials. I'm a big fan of Courtney, and if you book just one service with her, I'm sure you will be too. She also does reiki on people AND animals!   [less]
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  From Laila Atallah

  Given on Mon Mar 10, 2008.

  Courtney has an enormously healing presence -- more so than almost anyone I have ever met.

  The fact that she...[more]

  Courtney has an enormously healing presence -- more so than almost anyone I have ever met.

  The fact that she is a healer, massage therapist, writer, artist and lover of life gives her a big foundation. She has so much to offer as a healer but also a model for living life. Her approach is holistic, and she incorporates the emotions and spirit into everything she does.

  You can be confident that Courtney will honor all aspects of you, no matter what modality you are working in. Her counseling and coaching skills are superb. She listens deeply, hearing not only what you are saying but she seems to take in deeply WHO YOU ARE. Plus, she's a whole heck of a lot of fun.

  I feel blessed to know Courtney and have her as a resource that I can offer to clients who are looking for healing on different levels or inspiration in uncovering deeper levels of creativity.   [less]

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