Ft. Worth Region
The Ft. Worth Region includes:
Ft. Worth Coordinators
EMAIL: amta.fwtx@gmail.com
Corinne Wahrer
Corinne Wahrer has been a Licensed Massage Therapist since 1996. She attended the Institute of Natural Healing Sciences, Colleyville, TX. In 2017-2018, she attended BodyMechanics School of Myotherapy and Massage in Tumwater, Washington. She is starting her career as a Licensed Massage Therapy Instructor, while volunteering for AMTA – TX Fort Worth Chapter. She would like to bring her entreprenurial spirit and ideas to new massage therapists in the Fort Worth area.
Lawra Pray
My name is Lawra Pray. I live in Springtown Texas. I have been a massage therapist for two years. I went to school at ECPI university in Newport News Virginia. I became license in Texas in 2021. I currently own and operate Massage by Lawra at Pojo Wellness. I am also a certified medical assistant. I became a massage therapist, because I wanted to be a part of the team, helping to heal.
Vanessa Orta-Gonzales
Vanessa Orta-Gonzales became a Licensed Massage Therapist in 2009 and has owned and operated Stress Away Massage Therapy in Fort Worth ever since. She became an LMT amid a career that has spanned nearly 3 decades within the healthcare and surgical services industry, which for a time, included organ and soft tissue harvesting. With her long career in the healthcare industry coupled with her strong background in anatomy and physiology, she decided to become a Licensed Massage Therapy instructor for Cortiva Institute of Clinical Massage Therapy in 2019. Within this role she felt a great sense of pride in teaching and guiding new students coming into the industry. Throughout her career, she has been the recipient of many accolades and achievement awards in the areas of business and service excellence. Ever the learner and sharer of knowledge, Vanessa jumped at the opportunity to volunteer for AMTA – TX Fort Worth chapter. Vanessa has a lot to offer to new therapist starting out and is overjoyed to give back to the industry she feels so passionate about.
Alexandria Fairbairn
Alexandria Fairbairn has been a LMT since 2019 and has a passion for helping others live life to the fullest. Her love for education has helped her grow her multi award winning business and educate the general public on the benefits of massage therapy. Alexandria is also a Massage Therapy Instructor and Continuing Education Provider as of 2022. She enjoys helping other business owners create thriving health and wellness practices across the globe and strengthen community within our industry.
Carolyn Serrano
When I graduated from North Texas School of Swedish Massage in 2009, the first thing I did was break out the phone book and send a personal letter introducing myself to every massage therapist listed in my town. I knew that as a new LMT I needed support and community with other professionals. The people I met through this effort were essential to my success as a massage therapist. I learned how to network, how to apply my new skills with clients, and improved my techniques by trading sessions with seasoned practitioners. Massage therapists have a unique opportunity to interact with people on a heart-to-heart level, hold space for them, and remind them what peace feels like. I truly believe that you have to take care of yourself in order to take care of others and AMTA embodies that goal. I am grateful for this opportunity to serve as a volunteer with AMTA and be part of a community that supports massage therapists to do the work that the world needs.
Dawn Boyd
Hi My name is Dawn Boyd, I’m a 2019 graduate of Tarrant County College Massage Therapy program. My desire is to become a well rounded Massage Practitioner. I’ve worked for several establishments before finding my passion with Special needs People. Now I see and understand the important role that massage has in enhancing everyday life.
Lidesyan “Dez” McKinney
I’m delighted to introduce Lidesyan “Dez” McKinney, a remarkable individual who embodies resilience, dedication, and the pursuit of purpose. A veteran, a devoted mother, and an incredibly talented individual, Dez has embarked on a unique journey that continues to inspire others.
In 2014, after completing her military training, Dez encountered a significant setback – the loss of her full-time job. Suddenly faced with the responsibility of providing for herself and her son, Dez made the bold decision to delve into the world of entrepreneurship. Pouring her heart and soul into her passion, she fearlessly invested her hard-earned savings into establishing her business.
Dez’s time in the military instilled within her a profound understanding – the power of the human mind and its potential when dedicated to a purpose. Drawing from this experience, she forged ahead, determined to create a haven of comfort and well-being for her clients.
Over the course of eight years, Serenity By Dez Therapeutic Massage has flourished under Dez’s guidance, evolving to become a comprehensive medical massage service. Treating patients of all ages, from infants to older adults, Dez has crafted a sanctuary where every individual feels safe, nurtured, and, indeed, serene.
At Serenity By Dez Therapeutic Massage, a range of specialized services are offered, including Post Op Lymphatic Massage, CBD Massage, Corporate Wellness (Chair Massage), and both Mobile & In-Spa Massage options. Dez’s expertise in the art of therapeutic touch enables her to provide personalized treatments tailored precisely to each client’s unique needs.
Dez’s incredible journey serves as a testament to the unwavering spirit and determination that can overcome obstacles and transform dreams into reality. She continues to inspire those around her with her unyielding dedication to her craft and the well-being of her clients.