Kelly Kempter, NCTMB CPMT, Therapeutic Massage
Trained as a dancer at Hunter College in New York City, and as a massage therapist at Irene's Myomassology Institute, in Southfield, Michigan, Kelly Kempter brings a pure, fresh approach to her practice. With her focus on therapeutic work, Ms. Kempter enjoys the unique challenge that each session brings. Through her in-depth training in Myofascial Release, Thai-Yoga Massage, Swedish Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, and other modalities, she has had the privilege to help people attain a greater musculo-skeletal and energetic balance within their bodies. As a student, Ms. Kempter was chosen as one of five recipients nation-wide to receive a grant from Massage Magazine. In 2008 she completed an intensive 90 hour Thai Massage course in Northern Thailand and now devotes about half of her sessions to the ancient art of Thai Massage. With her innate focus on body awareness, and her aim to empower people through self-awareness, Ms. Kempter seeks to bring people closer to their natural state of health, energy, and vitality. Nationally certified as a massage therapist and bodyworker, she recently completed her pediatric massage therapy certification and is excited about nourishing the health of our youth through exposure to therapeutic touch.
In 2010, Kelly Kempter began an ongoing apprenticeship in Shiatsu with Frances Farmer, COI, a locally renowned Ohashi Shiatsu practitioner and instructor. As a graduate of the OHASHI Institute with an additional certification in teaching, Ms. Farmer has been practicing and teaching Shiatsu in the area for many years. Kelly continues to gain a deeper and more meaningful understanding of the energy systems at work in our bodies through both one-on-one lessons and Ohashiatsu classes. Kelly is truly honored to have the opportunity to work closely with Ms. Farmer and is excited about delving deeper into this profound healing modality.
In September, 2011 Ms. Kempter began assistant teaching a six month diploma program in Thai Massage. The course, sponsored by the Chicago School of Thai Massage, is the first of its kind in Ann Arbor. Open to bodyworkers and beginners alike, the course is emphasizes personal growth and development alongside Thai Massage theory and practice. Kelly is honored and excited to work with the talented students and CSTM's faculty, Paul Fowler and Michelle Tupko.
In addition to Ms. Kempter's massage therapy work, she also holds a position with the University of Michigan at the Institute for Social Research where she is involved in preparing longitudinal survey data for release to the public domain.
Ms. Kempter was chosen as a featured massage therapist in the January through April, 2009 issue of the Crazy Wisdom Community Journal. The article includes an introduction and fun photo spread* as well as a detailed interview with Kelly Kempter*
Fees
One hour massage: $70.
90 minute massage: $100.
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Read Testimonials
"I've been getting Thai massages from Kelly for about two years. Her work has taught my body a lot about relaxing and accepting. The work is both gentle and intense, and has eased various aches and pains from my body. I look forward to each session with Kelly, as I come away feeling relaxed as well as energized. I am definitely more flexible and looser." - Janet
"The best therapist I ever had. She mixes professionalism and humanism. She worked with me step by step and I feel my energy is back in balance whenever I leave the session - two thumbs up!" - Amal
"I have done both Thai massage and full body with Kelly. I always leave feeling like a new person. This is baffling to me because I have done several different types of massage including Rolfing, sports, relaxation and deep tissue with other therapists to name a few and I can't quite place which type Kelly uses. Her adept and unassuming way of using maybe all of them combined with energy work specific to my needs has everything to do with why I will return to Kelly over and over. I always leave with the feeling of balance, release, alignment and relaxation. A hard combination to get in one massage!!! Thanks Kelly!" - Melissa
"This is an enthusiastic endorsement of the massage and body work skills of Kelly Kempter. A year ago I was in a very stressful situation when my husband lost his job. Kelly and a friend donated an hour of Kelly's massage and bodywork to help me through this tough time. I have experienced professional massages over the years both here in Ann Arbor and in San Francisco and in all honesty, the massage I received from Kelly was the best I have ever experienced. Occasionally a massage will trigger a migraine headache but Kelly's techniques gave me the muscular relief that I needed whilst avoiding the points that can cause the headaches. She was sensitive to me in a holistic way and made sure I was comfortable throughout the massage. If ever I'm asked for a referral for a masseuse, I always recommend Kelly." - Deb
"Kelly's quiet nature is integral to her sessions. Her touch is gentle and confident. Her calm demeanor and adept use of both skill and intuition lead you into deep relaxation. After each session if have felt balanced and my body's tight spots had dissolved. I highly recommend her. - Cynthia
