Type Of Business:
Health care seminar provider
Marketing Area:
International
Expertise:
Music education; Arts integration, Bodywork; Energy work; Counseling
Major Product/SVS:
Health care seminars, workshops and manuals
Hobbies/Sports:
Writing and performing music; Painting; Biking; Hiking; Dog training
Education Degrees:
Master's Degree in Curriculum Theory and Arts, Lesley College; Master of Science in Counseling, SUNY Plattsburgh; Bachelor of Music, SUNY Potsdam; Bachelor of Science in Human Services
Affiliations Awards:
ASCAP; International Biogenic Society
Place of Birth:
Glens Falls
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The most gratifying aspect of her career is feeling the spirit in her classroom yearning to be expressed.
Charity:
ASPCA; The Compassionate Friends
Number Of Years In Profession:
25
Number Of Years In Current Position:
2
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her unique perspective as an identical twin.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because of her 25-year background in education. She felt she had reached her limits in traditional education, and began researching new ways to promote understanding and healing for diverse populations. Her sister, Maryah Thomas, invited her to join her team at Help for the Healers.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Smith currently living in Plantation, Fla., where she teaches private piano and vocal lessons. She also develops seminars with her twin sister, Maryah Thomas, the founder of Help for the Healers. Her latest CD, "Separated by Words," is a collection of original songs, and is available for purchase through CD Baby, as well as her website.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Seeking, designing and developing strategies that bridge holistic and allopathic health care fields in a format that will provide continuing education units for massage therapists; Networking with those in related disciplines and accreditation commissions in order to offer Help for the Healers seminars
Education Certifications:
Licensed Provider, National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork; Licensed Massage Therapist; Level 1 Certification, Touch for Health; Donna Eden Energy Medicine Certificate
Awards/Honors:
Magna Cum Laude Graduate
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Smith intends to continue her musical goals. She also intends to keep writing, performing, producing, and working with her twin sister, Maryah Thomas, presenting Help for the Healers seminars to diverse populations, nationally and internationally.