MFR Therapists

Todd Ackerman

Todd Ackerman, Massage Therapist, CNMT, RMT, MFR Trained

Todd Ackerman received his training from the Boulder College of Massage Therapy and specializes in neuromuscular orthopedic massage. He uses his problem-solving approach to treat his patients through deep tissue and sports massage.
Todd enjoys competitive running and spinning around Boulder on his road bike.


Lesley Arbour

Lesley Arbour, MS, RN, MFR Trained

Lesley Arbour is an internationally known expert in behavioral medicine, specifically in perineometry, a biofeedback treatment for common disorders of pelvic musculature and sexual dysfunction. Lesley has recognized the importance of myofascial release (MFR) treatment in the field of pelvic floor dysfunctions and subsequently studied and worked with John Barnes in developing the MFR Intensive Treatment Program. Lesley and SOMA’s director Dr. Mark Barnes, are breaking new ground in this important field of pelvicology by applying myofascial release hands-on care, movement and exercise therapies, and innovative web-based technologies to achieve unparalleled therapeutic outcomes.


Jennifer Arnone, Massage Therapist, MFR Trained

Jennifer Arnone has been dedicated to the art and practice of Massage Therapy since 1997. Her intuitive touch is drawn from a variety of modalities and tailored to the needs of the individual client. Her studies have included Swedish, deep tissue, Trigger Point Therapy, prenatal massage, Ashiatsu, and subtle level healing techniques from Reiki and Vortex Healing. Years of practicing and teaching yoga and modern dance also lend a kinesthetic rhythm and flow to her work, as well as a deep understanding of form and precisely how tension can be released in the body.

Jennifer offers deeply focused attention to each massage, allowing the client ample space to unfold on many levels. Her massage frequently draws the expression, “That was the best massage I have ever had in my life!”

 

Erik Cumming, Massage Therapist, RMT

Erik is a graduate of the Boulder College of Massage Therapy; he has over 1100 hours of training, is an insured professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association and holds his National Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. Hailing from Massachusetts, Erik moved to Boulder to pursue a career in massage therapy while still being able to follow his passions for climbing, cycling, and skiing.

 Over the course of the past few years Erik has made a name for himself by working with the professional rock climbing community in Boulder. Erik specialized is neuromuscular therapies, sports massage, and muscle activation releases techniques along with tapping into the energetics of the body. Erik has a very nurturing touch and enjoys working with all populations and does his best to always meet the needs of his