Background

Lala has over two decades of experience in the field of orthopedic and sports medicine as a Physical Therapist and over a decade as a Certified Athletic Trainer.  After PT school, she enhanced her manual skills by graduating from a massage program in Phoenix, AZ in 2002. She has been trained in a variety of techniques including Therapeutic/Deep Tissue Massage, Craniosacral Therapy, Sports Massage, and Neuromuscular Reeducation, to name a few.

Searching to further enhance her skills and expand her career Lala completed her Pilates certification through Balanced Body University in 2012. She opened another door for growth and self-development by completing her 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training at Holistic Yoga School International in Fort Collins, CO and became a Certified Reiki Master shortly thereafter. 

Lala’s extensive education has enabled her to treat clients with a variety of injuries, as well as to assist people in proper movement patterns by implementing progressive strengthening, stretching, and core stabilization programs. Over the years she has developed a unique approach to her sessions as her experience and techniques have evolved. Rooted-Being is her creation to allow her to provide high-quality comprehensive care, via various types of bodywork, energy and/or sound healing sessions that facilitate your path to healthy living as you continue your journey towards a pain-free lifestyle.