Exploring Life & Business with Irene Dwinnell of Metamorphosis Body Therapies

Today we’d like to introduce you to Irene Dwinnell. 

Hi Irene, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today.
Becoming a massage therapist was a leap of trust taken after having worked in the non-profit industry for over 30 years. In those 30 years, I had tremendous opportunities to work locally, at the state level, and in various roles. What I learned over those 3 decades was that I am at my best when I am engaging 1:1 with individuals. 

As a massage therapist, I am afforded daily opportunities to interact with and support individuals with their wellness journey. Engaging with my clients, and watching their transformation, has the same level of reward typically attributed to community service via the non-profit industry. 

Self-employment has definitely been an adjustment. But when I am irritated by something happening at my place of “work,” I can, if you will, fix the issue without the politics of having a “chain of command.” And even better: I can take a day off or weeks off without having to get permission. 

Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not, what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Transitioning from structured paydays to self-employment has had and continues to have challenges. When I entered the world of massage therapy, we were mere months from Covid shutting everything down. Opening back up I had no way to know if or when clients might want to return to their weekly/monthly massage sessions. 

I also, in 2021, moved my massage practice out of my home and into a privately held business, thus paying rent. When I did this, I also stopped working for any other entities as a massage therapist. At that time, Oct of 2021, I still did not have a “full” caseload. However, by the end of that year, I was fully booked as a private practitioner and have stayed that way. 

We’ve been impressed with Metamorphosis Body Therapies, but for folks who might not be as familiar, what can you share with them about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
Massage is a uniquely individualized specialty. No two clients are the same, nor is an individual the same from session to session. 

My practice primarily serves those who are seeking the treatment benefits of massage beyond just relaxation. Additionally, I work extensively with clients who are addressing trauma(s) in their lives. 

My proudest accomplishment is being booked and doing so without paying for advertising. Second to that, is being the mass therapist for local college’s softball players. 

Your readers are encouraged to go to: 

https://metamorphosisbodytherapies.com/ to learn more. 

We’re always looking for the lessons that can be learned in any situation, including tragic ones like the Covid-19 crisis. Are there any lessons you’ve learned that you can share?
Lessons learned, breathe, trust, breathe some more. 

I have also continued to mask. As a massage therapist, I am directly in a client’s face, and they in mine. Therefore, staying masked ensures that both of us will stay healthy. I also, because of Covid, keep two medical-grade air purifiers in my treatment room. 

Final lesson, massage is part of any client’s medical well-health. 

Pricing:

• 75 mins $80
• 90 mins $100
• 120 mins $160
• Cupping, aroma therapy free
• Cancer survivor and student discounts available.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://metamorphosisbodytherapies.com/
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• Facebook:MetamorphosisBodyTherapies
• Yelp: https://yelp.to/7OxM2vmXnvb 

Image Credits
Carlen Gedey