We recently connected with Carrie Hyman and have shared our conversation below.

Carrie, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today We’d love to hear the backstory behind a risk you’ve taken – whether big or small, walk us through what it was like and how it ultimately turned out.

Although Holistic Therapy Kneads was started in January of 2021, I took a risk in September of 2022 and quit my full time job to pursue my dream. I took this leap of faith and have not looked back. That September day was one of the best days of my life.

Carrie, before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?

My name is Carrie Hyman and I am a licensed massage therapist and life coach. I started my adult career working as a dialysis technician and patient educator then I transitioned to an educator. During both of these experiences, I realized that not only was society uneducated on the questions to ask regarding medications and treatments for different ailments but also parents were more willing to put a label of their children and give them medications rather than trying a non- pharmacological approach to treating various issues. In light of the opioid epidemic and the multiple negative side effects of medication, I decided to offer members of the community a different approach to wellness. I offer massage and bodywork therapy as a means of pain relief, stress and anxiety reduction, insomnia relief and overall relaxation. When you book an appointment for a massage with me, not only do you get the best massage you have ever had but you also get the education behind what I do as well as aftercare home instructions. I think the passion I have for what I do sets me apart from others. This is not just a paycheck for me, this is my passion.

If you could go back, would you choose the same profession, specialty, etc.?

If I could go back in time, I would have chosen this profession years ago. It is so rewarding when someone comes in, trusts your expertise on whatever issue they may have and gets results. I often credit all of my previous experience for the success that I have had thus far.

Putting training and knowledge aside, what else do you think really matters in terms of succeeding in your field?

Other than the training and Knowledge I have gained from schooling, I think my ability to understand what a person is going through helps me to be successful in this field. I am not perfect but when it comes to listening and understanding, I can get on any level needed to provide whatever it is that my client may need at that current time. Once you are a client of mine, you can reach out with any questions or concerns and I will do my best to get you an answer. My clients often become friends.     

Contact Info:

• Website: htkmassage.com
• Facebook: Holistic Therapy Kneads
• TikTok: Carrie_LMBT

Image Credits
Tarrell Perry Leelah Perry