MEET US
DR. RICK SCHLUSSEL, DC
Welcome! I’m Dr. Rick Schlussel. My patients call me "Dr. Rick". Your body has the innate ability to heal itself and my job is to remove the obstacles that are in the way of your healing. I work with you, based on your goals, to create and implement customized treatments to restore and maintain your vibrant health. I invite you to meet with me, step into your own healing power, live pain free, and experience optimal health and well being. I began my private practice in Auburn in 1992 after receiving degrees from UCLA and Palmer College of Chiropractic-West. My love of, and confidence in, natural healing and chiropractic has deepened through my years of practice and I look forward to working with you.
EDUCATION
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Doctor of Chiropractic, cum laude, September 1991, Palmer College of Chiropractic-West
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Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, June 1988, University of California at Los Angeles
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Certified Applied Kinesiology, May 1995, International College of Applied Kinesiology
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Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician, November 1994, Palmer College of Chiropractic-West
MAUREEN "MO" BURGESS, CMT
Welcome! I'm Maureen, affectionately known as Mo. Raised in Auburn since age three, I cherish the foothills' natural beauty and exploring outdoors with my children. My journey began in the medical field as a medical assistant straight after high school. My drive for further education and growth led me to become a dental assistant, deepening my passion for public service and health care.
Massage therapy has always been a dream of mine, inspired by my aunt, a certified massage therapist. The relaxation and rejuvenation I experienced during her massages sparked my interest in the transformative power of this practice. Eager to expand my career, I pursued an intensive 800-hour massage therapy program at the National Holistic Institute, earning my certification as a massage therapist and health educator.
I specialize in various techniques, including deep tissue, Swedish massage, range of motion exercises, and tailored stretches. My approach is client-centered, focusing on individual needs and personalized care. I'm excited to meet you and contribute to your wellness journey at our center!
EDUCATION
Completed my certified massage therapy program at the National Holistic Institute.
CAMILLE MERANDA, CMT
I began my massage therapy journey as a frequent receiver after years of working in the culinary industry. After searching for a new path to make my impact in the world by helping others strive to be their best, I put my heart and hands into massage therapy, becoming instantly hooked to the healing world. I continually expand my knowledge and practice of massage therapy to have as many tools under my belt. My styles varies between trigger point therapy, deep tissue, sports, myofascial release/stretching and energy work. My main focus and intention is to listen to each individual's unique massage needs for the best results.
My ideals are to help set your life in motion, return consciousness, create vigor and strength. It is my aspiration to help you to become your best self to do your finest intensions.
EDUCATION
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Associates Degree of Massage Therapy from Truckee Meadows College.
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Advanced Myofascial, and Usui Reiki Master from Bodhi Tree.
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Training in Swedish, Trigger Point, Sports/Stretching, Deep Tissue, and Reflexology
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STELLA BAUCHAMP, THAI MASSAGE
Stella blends her background in Herbalism, yoga, and her lifelong passion for health into a wholistic intuitive approach to working with her client’s individual needs. Each body is unique, which is why she allows your body to be her roadmap. During each session she tailors her work to focus on the present needs of your body. Looking at the body as a whole system, she finds the roots of your tension and holds a safe space for emotional release, trauma processing, and soulful reflection of what it means to thrive in your body in this moment.
EDUCATION
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Graduated from the Tensegrity University where she learned Structural Integration..
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Attended all classes offered by the Spirit Winds School of Thai Massage in Nevada City.
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Has traveled to Chiang Mai for special trainings in Womb Lifting (uterine massage) and has training in other unique body work such as pre and post natal and abdominal massage.
KAREN TROWBRIDGE, CMT
After growing up in the Bay Area, I moved to the foothills 31 years ago. This is now my 35th year as a massage therapist. I love my work.
EDUCATION
My training is in the following modalities: Swedish, Deep Tissue, Shiatsu and Energy Work.
In my practice I have intuitively learned to synthesize these techniques to serve the needs of each individual.
