Colleen

Colleen’s path into sports massage therapy began in 2010 at the Chicago Marathon, where she volunteered to provide post-race massage and assisted with medical care for runners dealing with hyperthermia, hypothermia, and muscle cramping. That powerful, hands-on experience sparked a lasting passion in helping  athletes - youth to professional—recover, perform, and thrive.

She went on to spend six years working alongside a chiropractor in Oak Park, IL, where she gained a strong clinical foundation in treating both acute and chronic pain. This setting helped deepen her understanding of injury patterns, movement dysfunction, and the importance of personalized, integrative care.

In 2016, Colleen advanced her training by becoming certified in CORE Myofascial Therapy through the XPE CORE Sports Mentorship in Boca Raton, FL. Under the direction of renowned performance coach Tony Villani and instructor George Kousaleos, she worked with collegiate athletes preparing for the NFL Combine, as well as professional athletes from the NFL, NHL, MMA, and soccer.

Her experience expanded when she was selected for the USOPC Sports Medicine Volunteer Program in 2019. She traveled to Lake Placid, NY, to support Team USA athletes training in bobsled, luge, and skeleton. In 2021, she completed a second rotation in Chula Vista, CA, where she treated Olympic and Paralympic athletes in rugby, BMX cycling, and track & field leading up to the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics.

Since 2021, Colleen has continued to work at the highest levels of sport, with experience that includes:

• USA Rugby
• The Chicago White Sox
• The Chicago Bears, where she is currently part of the massage therapy team, providing pre-game and post-game recovery care. 

Colleen remains committed to ongoing education and professional growth. She regularly attends advanced workshops and stays informed on the latest research in sports medicine and bodywork. Whether she’s working with elite athletes or everyday clients, her approach is rooted in clinical expertise, athletic performance, and a deep commitment to individualized care.