“Through spa services, I seek to provide a peaceful, healing place to relax, replenish, and enhance the body’s ability to achieve better heath."   LS

Education:
Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine - National College of Natural Medicine, Portland, OR
Pre-Med -  Prerequisites at Central Piedmont Community College, Charlotte, NC
Bachelor’s Degree -  Business administration and management science, Limestone     College, Gaffney, SC
Study in Spa Therapies -  Oregon School of Massage (therapeutic massage); study and     practice under Dr. Tori Hudson (constitutional hydrotherapy); Dr. Gaia Mather (colon     hydrotherapy); Patricia Wilst (Vodder Technique of lymphatic massage); and Dr. Solihin     Thom (cranialsacral techniques)

Licensing/Certification:
Licensed Massage Therapist - State of Montana

Career Summary:
Linda grew up in rural South Carolina in a family that relied on home-grown food and home-based natural medical care.  Inspired by her beginnings, she left behind a 14-year career in the financial field in 1989 to study naturopathic medicine. After earning her doctorate, Linda practiced as a naturopathic physician in Charlotte, North Carolina for 9 years, where she offered hydrotherapies and massage in addition to primary care.  Following surgery for breast cancer in 2004, she moved to Thompson Falls, Montana, where she offered massage, hydrotherapy, energy work, and lifestyle counseling on a freelance basis. 

Director of the Oasis Spa since 2008, Linda has more than 20 years of experience with a wide range of medical and beauty treatments, and a deep appreciation for client comfort and gentle care. She has built a life on the principles of food as medicine, lifestyle as prevention of illness, and wellness therapies as enhancers of joy.

In addition to managing the Oasis Spa, Linda provides hydrotherapy services,  therapeutic massage, and body treatments (the latter two individually and as part of our spa packages).

Memberships:
National College of Natural Medicine Alumni Association