Joy George-Bryden

I am a State Licensed Massage Therapist and Reflexologist, Certified in Orthopedic Massage and Certified by the National Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. My work incorporates techniques from my training in orthopedic massage, sports massage, myofascial release, trigger point & deep tissue therapy, Swedish massage, reflexology, shiatsu and Thai massage.

I am an Ace-Certified Clinical Exercise Specialist, an ACSM-Certified Health & Fitness Specialist, and a Personal Trainer, Certified by the American College of Sports Medicine and the National Strength and Conditioning Association. I am a Certified Instructor in the Authentic Pilates™ Method and a PMA Gold-Certified Pilates Teacher, a Certified Nutrition Specialist, and a Licensed Personal & Corporate Wellness Coach. A former professional dancer and NIKE-sponsored fitness spokesperson, with over twenty years' experience in the health and fitness industry, my background includes extensive training in exercise physiology, strength and conditioning, post-rehab fitness, nutrition and stress management, as well as practical experience in health club, sports medicine, physical therapy and hospital settings.

I completed my graduate work in health psychology and holistic studies after receiving my Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting. My professional memberships include the American College of Sports Medicine, the National Strength and Conditioning Association, the Pilates Method Alliance™, Wellcoaches®, the American Psychological Association/Health Psychology Division, and the American Massage Therapy Association.

For relaxation, I like to spend time in my home studio producing oil paintings and drawings, primarily studies of the human figure and the body in motion.