Gloria Schaefer is from Geneva, New York and graduated in 2001 from Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) with Bachelors of Fine Arts in Graphic Design and Associates degree in Illustration. In 2003-2004, she served as an Americorps VISTA (Volunteer in Service to America). Inspired by the pursuit of wellness, she attended Onondaga School of Therapeutic Massage (OSTM) and became a Licensed Massage Therapist in 2005. Gloria opened her practice, Massage Glow, in 2008 and worked part-time jobs while building her clientele. Gloria operates her business Design and Therapy Enterprises which includes Massage Glow, located in Brighton, NY, and she works part time at a spa in Victor, NY.
Continuing Education
Since 2012, New York State requires 36 hours of Continuing Education Units (CEU) every triennial registration period.
Reiki, Second Degree
Attuned by Reiki master, Kathy Manikowski. The Purple Door. Rochester, NY. 2023.
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Medical Massage Therapy.
Dr. Bryan Hawley. 2022. 35 CEUS.
Introduction to Cupping
Greece, NY. 2019. 4 CEUs.
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Thai Massage
OSTM. 2018. 16 CEUs.
Therapeutic Use of Essential Oils
OSTM. 2018. 8 CEUs.
Reiki, First Degree
Attuned by Reiki master, Kathy Manikowski. The Purple Door. Rochester, NY. 2018.
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Advanced Anatomy & Pathology
Institute for Integrative Healthcare Studies. 2017. 8 CEUs.
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Myofascial Release
Institute for Integrative Healthcare Studies. 2017. 16 CEUs.
Reflexology
Rochester Massage Alliance. Rochester, NY. 2013. 12 CEUs.
The Art of Japanese Zen Facial Massage with Aromatherapy
OSTM. Syracuse, NY. 2012. 8 CEUS.
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Training
Onondaga School of Therapeutic Massage
Rochester, NY. 2004-2005. 1000 hours.
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Professional Membership
Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals
2008 through present.
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Education
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, NY. 1997-2001.
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design.
Applied Associates in Illustration.
Graduated with High Honors.
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Geneva High School
Geneva, NY. 1993-1997.
Graduated with High Honors.
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Experience
RELAX the spa
Victor, NY. 2023-present.
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The Spa at La Bella
Penfield, NY. 2017-2018.
Massage Envy
Pittsford, NY. 2010-2012.