ABOUT CAIT
I had an innate ability to use my hands for healing from a very early age but growing up in Northern Ireland there were no such opportunities to explore that! My initial career was in social work & community development both in Ireland and here in California where I worked for various non-profit organizations. I was also active in music and the performing arts during the 80's and 90's. In the late 90's I became certified as a Massage Therapist and officially started my journey in the Healing Arts. I have worked in many different settings, with all ages and all walks of life, and have continued to learn and study different modalities whenever possible. In 2014 I had an opportunity to work for a well-known local chiropractor, author & teacher which allowed me further to develop my skills and knowledge. A few years later I started my own practice in Rockridge, Oakland where I currently work.
I am a kundalini-kriya yoga and practitioner of QiGong and certified to teach qigong through the American Dragon Gate lineage. I have taught numerous Self-Care classes in Qigong & Acupressure to groups of seniors, caregivers, and community groups. I'm also VortexHealing® student and practitioner and this unique healing art continues to enrich my work as well as my own personal development. On my days off, you can find me taking a hike in nature, at the beach or in a pool, or hanging out on a couch with a couple of lazy cats.
I am a kundalini-kriya yoga and practitioner of QiGong and certified to teach qigong through the American Dragon Gate lineage. I have taught numerous Self-Care classes in Qigong & Acupressure to groups of seniors, caregivers, and community groups. I'm also VortexHealing® student and practitioner and this unique healing art continues to enrich my work as well as my own personal development. On my days off, you can find me taking a hike in nature, at the beach or in a pool, or hanging out on a couch with a couple of lazy cats.
TESTIMONIALS
As the founder and previous owner of a Massage School for over 30 years, it is with pleasure that I recommend Cait. She encompasses all that I hold important in a good therapist. Cait is well-trained, astute, and brings to her work a creativity which is potent with "know-how". Her work can move in any direction necessary in each session, and her 'wisdom hands' are always current and available with whatever your body needs in that moment. Judith M, Oakland
'Cait is an extraordinarily gifted bodyworker and natural healer. She combines a vast knowledge of energy medicine with a deep understanding of the body, mind and spirit. She matches these abilities with her innate intuitive gifts for healing and her warm caring nature. Through my work with Cait I have found that my body is gently returning to a much greater sense of well-being and alignment.
I can’t say enough about her healing hands and that special dash of Irish humor that makes you feel like a touch of Irish magic just entered the room on your behalf!'
Karen Rae, Berkeley
As a massage therapist myself, Cait's work is some of the most transformative work I've ever experienced. She works with you in a very intuitive way while drawing on a lot of knowledge and different modalities. Her energy healing work is amazing and has helped me transform a lot of emotional and old 'stuck' issues. It works on a much deeper level than the physical, although she can work on that level very effectively with the full range of her abilities. Cait is the real deal when it comes to healing and transformation!
Frank B, Berkeley
'In my early 20's I had a serious accident. Osteopaths told me I wouldn't stand up straight again without a minimum of 4 operations on my spine. Lucky for me I made the choice to look into alternative care. I tried everything from chiropractic to rolfing to energy work, and each time I tried something new I made progress in the right direction, but Cait's work is the pinnacle of it all! It's been more successful than anything else in getting me pain free and upright. Cait's work is gentle but profound. I have infinitely better results then I ever did from Rolfing or Deep Tissue. I used to think that it had to hurt to work, but thankfully that's not true! Cait's knowledge of the body is extraordinary and her gifts as a healer enhance her technical knowledge beautifully'.
Mary G. - Oakland
"My first experience with Cait was soon after losing our daughter to breast cancer. My body and soul were broken. Cait was able to connect the deep pain in my body and with my emotional pain by just being so caring and thoughtful with me. She is a real healer as well as an amazing massage therapist and has knowledge, skills and information which goes far beyond a regular massage. Her ability to locate the areas of stress in your body is unique. When she is with me, I feel “held” by her complete attention to my state of being. And afterwards I feel a tremendous improvement in my energy. I always forward to my sessions and recommend Cait to all my friends who need highly skilled, therapeutic bodywork and healing!" Shirley H, Berkeley
'Thank you for your incredible massage work over the past year that keep my body and soul whole. Nothing seems to deter your ability to help. My recent bout with severe pain in my left hip had left me stumbling and unable to even walk around my home. And then a pulled muscle in that hip made it worse. I even worried that I might need a hip replacement. But you cautioned time and patience, and you were right - it all resolved with your amazing hands, guidance and time! You are skilled, talented, gentle, compassionate, persistent, patient, and very kind. Each time I leave I feel comforted and free from tension and pain. I am blessed to have found you!"
Dagmar B. Richmond
VORTEX HEALING
'As an acupuncturist I practice facilitating the movement of “invisible” energy known as Qi. So when Cait introduced me to Vortex Healing it took this movement to yet another level of Universal Energetic work. I received my first session by distance and could not imagine what it would lead to! I had been feeling strangely disconnected and experiencing an emotional block and thought this might help. Since then I have felt a lightness of spirit, an opening in my heart, peace and comfort with joy and serenity surrounding all. I am present with my life! I have since had two additional healing sessions and feel lifetimes of habits and beliefs being shed. WOW! This work is transformational!'
Jenny C, MS, L.Ac., Oakland
"Cait did some VortexHealing work with me after I had a strange fainting experience due to a high level of smoke in the region. My body was exhausted. That specific session was like nothing else I have experienced before, it was like a total reset of my system. Right after that session I felt like moving mountains and the feeling continued! Cait was also able to help my mom after a bad car accident in France and in hospital with a fractured sternum and severe contusions throughout her body. Cait did a few distance vortex healing sessions with her and afterwards she felt a noticeable decrease in pain and was able to stop taking pain medicine. Her recovery was much greater than expected for someone of her age.
I highly recommend Cait for both her great massage work as well as her energy work. She listens and cares. While she has a beautiful gentle soul, she has strong healing hands!"
Sandra J. Oakland
'Cait is an extraordinarily gifted bodyworker and natural healer. She combines a vast knowledge of energy medicine with a deep understanding of the body, mind and spirit. She matches these abilities with her innate intuitive gifts for healing and her warm caring nature. Through my work with Cait I have found that my body is gently returning to a much greater sense of well-being and alignment.
I can’t say enough about her healing hands and that special dash of Irish humor that makes you feel like a touch of Irish magic just entered the room on your behalf!'
Karen Rae, Berkeley
As a massage therapist myself, Cait's work is some of the most transformative work I've ever experienced. She works with you in a very intuitive way while drawing on a lot of knowledge and different modalities. Her energy healing work is amazing and has helped me transform a lot of emotional and old 'stuck' issues. It works on a much deeper level than the physical, although she can work on that level very effectively with the full range of her abilities. Cait is the real deal when it comes to healing and transformation!
Frank B, Berkeley
'In my early 20's I had a serious accident. Osteopaths told me I wouldn't stand up straight again without a minimum of 4 operations on my spine. Lucky for me I made the choice to look into alternative care. I tried everything from chiropractic to rolfing to energy work, and each time I tried something new I made progress in the right direction, but Cait's work is the pinnacle of it all! It's been more successful than anything else in getting me pain free and upright. Cait's work is gentle but profound. I have infinitely better results then I ever did from Rolfing or Deep Tissue. I used to think that it had to hurt to work, but thankfully that's not true! Cait's knowledge of the body is extraordinary and her gifts as a healer enhance her technical knowledge beautifully'.
Mary G. - Oakland
"My first experience with Cait was soon after losing our daughter to breast cancer. My body and soul were broken. Cait was able to connect the deep pain in my body and with my emotional pain by just being so caring and thoughtful with me. She is a real healer as well as an amazing massage therapist and has knowledge, skills and information which goes far beyond a regular massage. Her ability to locate the areas of stress in your body is unique. When she is with me, I feel “held” by her complete attention to my state of being. And afterwards I feel a tremendous improvement in my energy. I always forward to my sessions and recommend Cait to all my friends who need highly skilled, therapeutic bodywork and healing!" Shirley H, Berkeley
'Thank you for your incredible massage work over the past year that keep my body and soul whole. Nothing seems to deter your ability to help. My recent bout with severe pain in my left hip had left me stumbling and unable to even walk around my home. And then a pulled muscle in that hip made it worse. I even worried that I might need a hip replacement. But you cautioned time and patience, and you were right - it all resolved with your amazing hands, guidance and time! You are skilled, talented, gentle, compassionate, persistent, patient, and very kind. Each time I leave I feel comforted and free from tension and pain. I am blessed to have found you!"
Dagmar B. Richmond
VORTEX HEALING
'As an acupuncturist I practice facilitating the movement of “invisible” energy known as Qi. So when Cait introduced me to Vortex Healing it took this movement to yet another level of Universal Energetic work. I received my first session by distance and could not imagine what it would lead to! I had been feeling strangely disconnected and experiencing an emotional block and thought this might help. Since then I have felt a lightness of spirit, an opening in my heart, peace and comfort with joy and serenity surrounding all. I am present with my life! I have since had two additional healing sessions and feel lifetimes of habits and beliefs being shed. WOW! This work is transformational!'
Jenny C, MS, L.Ac., Oakland
"Cait did some VortexHealing work with me after I had a strange fainting experience due to a high level of smoke in the region. My body was exhausted. That specific session was like nothing else I have experienced before, it was like a total reset of my system. Right after that session I felt like moving mountains and the feeling continued! Cait was also able to help my mom after a bad car accident in France and in hospital with a fractured sternum and severe contusions throughout her body. Cait did a few distance vortex healing sessions with her and afterwards she felt a noticeable decrease in pain and was able to stop taking pain medicine. Her recovery was much greater than expected for someone of her age.
I highly recommend Cait for both her great massage work as well as her energy work. She listens and cares. While she has a beautiful gentle soul, she has strong healing hands!"
Sandra J. Oakland