Hi! I’m Laurie…
…the owner & founder of Peaceful Solutions Massage & Bodywork in the Tampa Bay area. I am a Licensed Massage Therapist (MM100100), Certified Mercier Therapy Specialist and Shared Journey Fertility Program Specialist. I felt a calling to pursue massage therapy to better understand, appreciate, and educate others on the miraculous healing nature of the human body. I am blessed and honored to use the my gift of touch to allow bodies of all types the space to recover and heal amid the chaos of life. My goal is to provide empathetic listening with an understanding touch to aid my clients in their health journey.
Understanding each individual's unique nature is key to me in order to work in harmony with the body. I utilize individualized treatment plans with my clients to help them achieve their specific health goals.
I specialize in therapeutic massage and bodywork, including Swedish, Deep Tissue, Therapeutic, Female Reproductive Health & Fertility, Pre & Postnatal, Oncology, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Assisted Stretching and Corporate Chair massage. I currently provide in-office massage and bodywork services in the north Tampa area near Bearss & Nebraska Avenues.
Prior to finding my passion in bodywork and graduating from Cortiva Institute, I earned a degree in Marketing, a certification in Volunteer Management, and numerous years of experience and trainings in faith, ministry, and LGBTQ+ advocacy. I enjoy playing in nature – especially in the garden, yoga, music, and visual arts.
You can connect with me at LaurieDeverLMT@gmail.com &/or via text or voice at 813-406-0679. I so look forward to meeting you!
What’s with the Ginkgo leaf in my logo?
I'm glad you asked! When I learned of the ginkgo biloba tree’s history and symbolism, it really touched a chord with me as a persevering life-giving beauty. Not only is the ginkgo’s fan-like leaf delicate and dainty, but the tree is also referred to as a “living fossil,” as it is one of the oldest surviving trees, with a history reaching back over 200 million years. It is a symbol of longevity, resilience, peace, and health. Ginkgo trees have survived the 1923 Kanto earthquake and the 1945 atomic attack on Hiroshima. The ginkgo biloba has many medicinal and therapeutic properties as well as cultural significance in Asian cultures including hope, fertility, and a connection to nature. All these characteristics resonated with my desire to share as much with my clients: resilience to overcome adversity; peace and harmony within the body, mind, and spirit; hope and fertility; and reawakening our connection with the beauty of nature around us. I pray you find such qualities within yourself.
