Lorien Lehmer, CMT

Lorien's work is centered around creating a space where people can slow down, feel supported, and reconnect with themselves.

"Healing doesn't always require more effort. Sometimes it begins with slowing down, feeling supported, and reconnecting with your body."

Massage focused on nervous system regulation.

Lorien brings 27 years of experience helping people reconnect with their bodies through therapeutic massage and restorative bodywork.

Her approach is centered around helping your body feel safe enough to relax and heal.

Lorien can support people through:

• Muscle tension
• Stress
• Life transitions
• Pregnancy
• Postpartum recovery
• Grief
• The accumulated wear and tear of everyday life

She believes healing doesn't always require more effort. Sometimes it begins by creating the space for your body to slow down, settle, and reset.

Every session is intentional, and tailored to what your body needs that day.

Lorien offers several types of bodywork, including:

• Therapeutic massage
• Somatic + Craniosacral Massage
• Lymphatic massage
• Prenatal massage
• Postpartum massage
• Swedish massage
• Energy Healing
• Reflexology
• Ayurvedic bodywork

She also incorporates her training as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, a trauma-informed modality that supports nervous system regulation and resilience.

Pregnancy, postpartum, and restorative bodywork

Lorien especially enjoys supporting:

• Pregnant mothers
• Postpartum mothers
• Busy parents and caregivers
• People experiencing stress or burnout
• Individuals navigating grief or major life transitions
• Anyone looking for a gentler alternative to traditional massage

Her treatments are designed to help people feel more connected to their bodies and more supported in their daily lives.

Lorien has extensive training and experience.

Throughout her career, Lorien has worked in private practice, retreat settings, birth education, wellness leadership, and integrative healing environments.

Her training includes:

• Massage therapy
• Craniosacral therapy
• Somatic Experiencing
• Lymphatic massage
• Prenatal and postpartum care
• Yoga and meditation instruction
• Energy Healing
• Ayurvedic therapies
• Reflexology

She is also certified in postpartum doula care and has extensive experience supporting women through pregnancy and the postpartum period.

Kyle Medina, CAMTC Certified

Coming from a robust academic background in Biology, Kyle knows the intricacies of the human body.

He also knows how massage therapy plays a pivotal role in ensuring its optimal function.

Through massage, Kyle helps our patients reconnect with their bodies. "Massage is a time where focus is directed inward, allowing individuals to process their feelings on multiple levels."

His favorite aspect of massage lies in its duality: "So much of life demands our attention and energy. For me, massage is both a scientific procedure and an intimate connection."

Kyle’s background makes him an excellent fit for our evidence-based, family-serving clinic:

Education in Biology

Kyle completed his B.S. in Biology from the University of California, Santa Cruz, providing him with an in-depth understanding of how the human body works.

Extensive Training in Massage Techniques

Kyle underwent an 850-hour program at the National Holistic Institute, mastering a myriad of techniques ranging from the more traditional Swedish massage to nuanced energy work.

 
Experience in Physical Therapy

As a dedicated aide in a physical therapy clinic, Kyle deepened his grasp of anatomy and kinesiology. This background helps him make each massage session intentional and potent.

 
Certified Massage Therapist With Specialized Skills

Kyle is certifed by the California Massage Therapy Council.

Kyle is equipped to offer our patients the following massage services:

• Deep tissue
• Swedish
• Energy work
• Muscle manipulation for improved posture
• Techniques tailored for pain relief

With Kyle's holistic understanding of massage and its therapeutic benefits, Golden Chiropractic is happily providing even more specialized care for our patients.

Kassandra Trent, CMT

For Kassandra, massage isn't just a profession—it's a calling. "I had strong hands for a child, so I became the family masseuse. I realized later on that I was genuinely helping the people I loved.”

Kassandra believes in the healing power of massage.

Kassandra sees massage as more than just tension release—it's holistic healthcare. She emphasizes,

"Through touch, we not only heal physical pain but also soothe the mind and strengthen mental well-being. Witnessing patients rise from the table, leaving behind persistent pain and emerging with hope, is profoundly fulfilling."

Kassandra is a highly skilled Certified Massage Therapist.

Kassandra studied massage therapy at Carrington College California, in San Leandro, where she completed 623 total clinical and lecture hours. She began workng as a professional massage therapist in 2014.

Kassandra is certified by the California Massage Therapy Council and continues deepening her practice of the healing art of massage.

Kassandra is skilled in the following massage services:

• Adaptive massage
• Chair massage
• Deep tissue massage
• Swedish massage
• Sports massage
• Trigger-point therapy
• Hot stone massage
• Prenatal massage
• Site-specific treatment
• Myofascial release
• Reflexology

Golden Chiropractic is thrilled to have Kassandra on our team. She helps ensure our patients receive the comprehensive and compassionate care they deserve.