**Leslie Brooks, LMBT (NC), LMT (OH), Certified Trauma Coach, Certified Life Coach, Somatic Experiencing® Student**

As a licensed massage and bodywork therapist in North Carolina (LMBT) and Ohio (LMT), certified trauma coach, certified life coach, and Somatic Experiencing® student, I bring a trauma-informed approach to massage therapy and holistic care. My work focuses on supporting individuals navigating trauma symptoms, with a special emphasis on the upper body where stress and trauma responses often manifest.

I specialize in addressing the guarding response—a protective mechanism commonly held in the neck, shoulders, chest, and back—using gentle, nervous system-informed techniques. These sessions are designed to release tension, restore balance, and cultivate a sense of safety within the body, making them ideal for individuals managing toxic stress, PTSD, or complex trauma.

In Asheville, North Carolina, I provide therapeutic massage and trauma-informed care to help clients process stress, alleviate trauma symptoms, and find relief. I also offer limited weekend appointments in Cincinnati, Ohio, where I have been licensed since 2005 (Ohio License #33.014178).

By integrating therapeutic massage, trauma coaching, and somatic practices, my goal is to help clients reconnect with their bodies, release stored tension, and move toward healing and resilience. Whether you’re seeking relief from physical discomfort, emotional stress, or trauma-related symptoms, I am here to support your journey.