A Note From Dani

Hi! Thank you so much for visiting my site and for your curiosity in learning more about my practice and what I have to offer. I sincerely hope that you can find something here that interests you, and if you're looking for a therapist to help you in some way, that you would reach out and meet with me; I would love an opportunity to get to know you and hear your story.

My journey to wellness began nearly ten years ago when I woke up one day and realized that I felt poorly and didn't really understand why. When I took the time to take a closer look, it didn't take long for me to recognize that several important elements of my lifestyle were contributing to an unhealthy cycle of burn out and imbalance. After a few years of dedication and a rebirth of my commitment to total holistic health, I found my fit when I started Crossfit and made my nutrition a top priority. However, a lumbar spine injury in late 2014 would leave me stunned and horrified at the effect chronic pain can have one the mind, body, and spirit. In my most painful days, I grappled with my identity and in understanding how I would ever be able to move forward. Two things were paramount to my recovery: Reading Viktor Frankl's, "Man's Search for Meaning", and listening to my body by giving it the space it needed to heal, and discovering what tools could get me where I wanted to be.

During my recovery, I turned to chiropractic care and massage therapy. I didn't want to manage my pain, I wanted to eliminate it for good! I fell in love with massage because it was the one medium that could instantly affect the three areas where pain eroded; the mind, the body, and the spirit. Massage touches all three in just one session. After making a total recovery, I knew I wanted to learn this craft with the hopes of helping others through similar circumstances. 

I read an interview once where a physician said "I don't really mean this should happen, but in a way, every physician or therapist should be severely injured, and not just hurt for a week or two or a month, but a couple of years. It's a whole different story when you are a prisoner in your own body. I felt broken, and I was broken. It was a horrible, horrible experience."

I am that therapist. I have been tangled up in pain and despair and I have seen the mind, body, and spirit emerge victorious. I started my journey as a massage therapist with the passion of teaching others how to listen to their bodies, and how to encourage them to heal and restore. That's what I hope my practice is able to offer to you.

Please contact me if you think I can help you in any way. I look forward to working with you!

About

Thera-Touch Massage Studio is owned and operated by Dani Latham, LMT #4912, who resides in beautiful Rocket City, AL. Dani is a graduate of Auburn University, class of 2008 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. She graduated from the Madison School of Massage Therapy in November 2017.

Liability Insurance for Thera-Touch Massage Studio is active and up to date with Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals - Member ID #1175155.

Thera-Touch Massage Studio opened its doors in early 2018 with the goal of reaching into the lives of our community and providing opportunity to educate, empower and heal through therapeutic massage.

The goal of this practice is to make a holistic approach to health and wellness achievable for all residents of North Alabama. The elements of bodywork incorporated into the services offered are aimed to enhance the physical, emotional and spiritual well being of each client. Whether you are an athlete at the prime of your career, a busy parent juggling work and play, or somewhere in the middle, our specialized approach to your needs will help you achieve where you want and need to be.

A note about our location: This studio is located in my (smoke-free) home and therefore I wanted to add a special disclaimer. Please be aware that there are pets inside my home, though they are never allowed in the treatment area. However, you may want to be cautious if have any sensitive pet dander allergies. Additionally, new clients will only be accepted by personal referral from existing clients or personally known to myself due to the intimate nature of my studio location. I look forward to welcoming you to my beloved space!