Meet Sarah Young, Certified Massage Therapist
A Passion for Therapeutic Care
A certified massage therapist since 2005, Sarah’s path to the profession was a natural one. While studying kinesiology in college, she discovered that massage therapy complemented her coursework and matched a gift her family had recognized in her for years.
She went on to complete her massage therapy training at the Academy of Professional Careers and later earned her certification as a holistic health practitioner. She is certified through the California Massage Therapy Council (CAMTC).
Additionally, Sarah is a certified doula and holds a degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography with a specialty in obstetrics, a combination that makes her especially well-equipped to support expecting and new mothers throughout their journey. She has a particular passion for helping families through pregnancy, postpartum recovery, infant care, and fertility support.
Therapeutic Work That Helps People Stay Active
Sarah specializes in the therapeutic side of massage, with a focus on injury rehabilitation, deep tissue massage, structural work, fascial release, myofascial release, passive joint techniques, cupping, lymphatic drainage, and sports stretching. Throughout her career, she has worked with active adults, professional athletes, and patients recovering from injuries, always tailoring care to the individual in front of her.
She is also highly experienced in prenatal, postpartum, infant, and fertility massage, making her a trusted resource for growing families at Gonstead Family Chiropractic. Her work complements the family-focused philosophy of the practice and provides another avenue for supporting long-term health and wellness.
No two sessions are exactly alike. Sarah believes the most effective massage therapy is personalized, so she adjusts techniques and treatment approaches based on each patient’s goals, comfort level, and presentation on the day of their appointment.
Why She Loves What She Does
For Sarah, her work is personal. “I like knowing that I help people play that extra game of golf that they want to, or that they can pick up their grandbabies, or that they are able to go on a hike with family and not have any pain.” Knowing she helped make those moments possible is what keeps her passionate about her work after more than two decades.
Before focusing primarily on therapeutic care, Sarah worked in and managed luxury spas and resorts, giving her experience across both relaxation and rehabilitation-focused massage. Today, however, her greatest satisfaction comes from helping people improve function, reduce discomfort, and continue doing the activities they love.
When she’s not in the office, Sarah spends time with her teenage son, who keeps her life full and busy.
Schedule Your Session Today
Ready to feel better and get back to the things that matter? Contact Gonstead Family Chiropractic to schedule a session with Sarah.
