Heather Heffernan, LMT
Licensed Massage Therapist (she/her)
About Me
"E Komo Mai" — the Hawaiian word for welcome — is a heartfelt invitation to enter a space, feel a sense of belonging, and reconnect with yourself, others, and the world around you.
Born in Hawai‘i and raised mostly in Nebraska, I carry both the ocean’s calm and the prairie’s grounding energy, with a touch of the Colorado Rockies where I’ve also spent much of my life. My path has always been guided by nature, curiosity, and a deep love of travel, people, and the beauty that connects us all.
My lifelong passion for holistic health, wellness, and the mind–body–soul connection continues to shape everything I do. I’m dedicated to bringing healing touch, awareness, and compassion to each person I meet, helping them find harmony within themselves and their surroundings.
My Approach to Therapy
I view massage and bodywork as a partnership — a way to help clients reconnect with their bodies, calm their minds, and restore their natural balance. My approach is intuitive, trauma-informed, and deeply rooted in respect for the human experience. Each session is tailored to meet your unique needs, blending techniques that support physical, emotional, and energetic wellness.
Modalities offered include: Swedish, Therapeutic Deep Tissue, Trigger Point Therapy, Thai, SARGA Barefoot Massage (renowned for its effective myofascial release), and traditional Hawaiian Lomilomi from the Mana Lomi lineage. Enhancements such as cupping therapy, hot stones, and gua sha are also available.
What I Can Help With
I work with individuals of all ages, body types, and walks of life — from those seeking deep relaxation and reconnection to those experiencing physical pain, injury recovery, pregnancy and postpartum changes, athletic tension, or trauma-related conditions. My approach emphasizes safety, compassion, and empowerment within a trauma-informed care model.
Training & Professional Background
- B.A. in Sociology, 1999
- Pregnancy, Labor & Postpartum Doula Certification, 2003
- Massage Therapy, Universal College of Healing Arts, 2023
- Certified Herbalist, North Star Herbal Studies (in progress, expected Spring 2026)
- Licensed Massage Therapist — Nebraska & Hawaii
- Sarga Thai Massage Certification
- Sarga Bodywork Certification
- Mana Lomi Bodywork Certification
- Usui Reiki Attunements I, II, III
- Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT)
Ongoing Studies:
Lymphatic Drainage, Craniosacral Therapy, and SARGA RX–Structural Integration
Populations I Work With
If you have a body and a desire for healing, connection, or simply a safe place to breathe — I would be honored to work with you. My practice welcomes all with empathy, respect, and open-hearted aloha.
A Bit More About Me
I’m endlessly inspired by tiny islands and wide open spaces, vegan cooking, gardening, yoga, surfing, kayaking, hiking, dancing, and traveling. My favorite title will always be Mom to my two incredible young adult children, and I cherish time spent with my lively siblings and extended family.
The spirit of aloha — the deep love that lives within each of us — and ohana — the circle of care that binds us — are the guiding forces in my life and work. Through body and energy work, I hope to share this love and connection with others. I believe that when we act from love, we open the door to peace, harmony, and healing — both within ourselves and with each other.
