Kim Walkden
Kim graduated from Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy on April 19th, 2002. She is nationally
certified, and is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association. Kim was the lead Massage
Therapist at a prominent day spa for five years. With her clients she developed special relationships and a
loyal following using an individualized holistic approach. During this time she worked one year in a
chiropractic setting performing therapeutic massage, and one year in a corporate environment performing
chair massage. Kim tailors her sessions specifically to meet her clients’ needs by using Myofascial Release,
Swedish, Therapeutic, Energy, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone, and Prenatal massage. Continuing education is an
important part of her practice. For three years she has studied the John Barnes Technique of Myofascial
Release. She is also a student practitioner of Jin Shin Do®. She has been working at Andrews Healing Arts
Clinic since March 2006.
Myofascial Release: Releases chronic holding patterns in the fascial system that can lead to chronic
pain and physical dysfunction. Fascia is a tough three-dimensional full body web like connective tissue.
Swedish: Long fluid strokes with varied pressure that fosters deep relaxation, increases circulation,
reduces stress related muscle discomfort, and stimulates mental alertness.
Therapeutic: Focuses on specific areas of the body with the intent of reducing muscle spasm and
stiffness, encourages the elimination of toxins, and improving flexibility and range of motion.
Energy: Profoundly relaxing, gentle way which brings awareness to your physical and emotional healing by
using the energy centers of the body.
Deep Tissue: Uses direct pressure and friction to target and release muscle tension; aids in pain
management and stress reduction.
Hot Stone: A therapeutic blend of Swedish massage and the healing properties of hot stones. Heat from
the stones penetrates deep into the muscles relieving soreness and tension, creating a deeply relaxed
state.
Prenatal: A full body Swedish massage designed to support the health of expectant mothers.
Jin Shin Do®: Gentle and deep finger pressure on specific acu-points that helps release chronic tension
and balances the body’s energy.
Testimonials:
Kim is the most talented and therapeutic healing arts specialist I have ever experienced.
A session with her is far superior to any treatment I have ever received at such renowned spas
as Canyon Ranch, Miraval, Rancho La Puerta. In addition to her wide repertoire of techniques and in-
depth knowledge of anatomy, her unique ability to really read the body and her personal attention puts Kim
in a class all her own. D.H., New Haven, CT
~~~
I have been working with Kim Walkden for almost eight years, and consider her to be an extremely talented
massage therapist. I have come to know her as an exceptional and caring person. She is a massage
therapist the way Aretha Franklin is a singer, the way Julia Childs is
a cook, the way Michael Jackson is a dancer. She has talent, experience, and training. She cured my
sciatica. S.H., Hamden, CT
~~~
I have had body work from many different people throughout my life. As a therapist, priest, artist, former
dancer, and former college basketball player, I am very attuned to my body and
the ways that my body, mind, heart and spirit are connected. Kim Walkden is one of the best massage
therapists that has worked on me. Her technical skills paired with her intuitive abilities are superb. She has
a wonderful ability to do deep tissue work, subtle touch, and to listen and communicate what her intuition
tells and guides her to do and say. She is sensitive to the whole person and strives to address this
complexity during her sessions. What a joy to have her warm and cozy massage table to lie on during the
chilly days of fall and winter! E.H., New Haven, CT
~~~
AMAZING, AMAZING, AMAZING! Kim has a gift. Her gift is a full understanding of your body and how to
work the areas that need to be released. I will not let any other massage therapist give me a massage
except Kim – she is the best! C.K., Guilford, CT
certified, and is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association. Kim was the lead Massage
Therapist at a prominent day spa for five years. With her clients she developed special relationships and a
loyal following using an individualized holistic approach. During this time she worked one year in a
chiropractic setting performing therapeutic massage, and one year in a corporate environment performing
chair massage. Kim tailors her sessions specifically to meet her clients’ needs by using Myofascial Release,
Swedish, Therapeutic, Energy, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone, and Prenatal massage. Continuing education is an
important part of her practice. For three years she has studied the John Barnes Technique of Myofascial
Release. She is also a student practitioner of Jin Shin Do®. She has been working at Andrews Healing Arts
Clinic since March 2006.
Myofascial Release: Releases chronic holding patterns in the fascial system that can lead to chronic
pain and physical dysfunction. Fascia is a tough three-dimensional full body web like connective tissue.
Swedish: Long fluid strokes with varied pressure that fosters deep relaxation, increases circulation,
reduces stress related muscle discomfort, and stimulates mental alertness.
Therapeutic: Focuses on specific areas of the body with the intent of reducing muscle spasm and
stiffness, encourages the elimination of toxins, and improving flexibility and range of motion.
Energy: Profoundly relaxing, gentle way which brings awareness to your physical and emotional healing by
using the energy centers of the body.
Deep Tissue: Uses direct pressure and friction to target and release muscle tension; aids in pain
management and stress reduction.
Hot Stone: A therapeutic blend of Swedish massage and the healing properties of hot stones. Heat from
the stones penetrates deep into the muscles relieving soreness and tension, creating a deeply relaxed
state.
Prenatal: A full body Swedish massage designed to support the health of expectant mothers.
Jin Shin Do®: Gentle and deep finger pressure on specific acu-points that helps release chronic tension
and balances the body’s energy.
Testimonials:
Kim is the most talented and therapeutic healing arts specialist I have ever experienced.
A session with her is far superior to any treatment I have ever received at such renowned spas
as Canyon Ranch, Miraval, Rancho La Puerta. In addition to her wide repertoire of techniques and in-
depth knowledge of anatomy, her unique ability to really read the body and her personal attention puts Kim
in a class all her own. D.H., New Haven, CT
~~~
I have been working with Kim Walkden for almost eight years, and consider her to be an extremely talented
massage therapist. I have come to know her as an exceptional and caring person. She is a massage
therapist the way Aretha Franklin is a singer, the way Julia Childs is
a cook, the way Michael Jackson is a dancer. She has talent, experience, and training. She cured my
sciatica. S.H., Hamden, CT
~~~
I have had body work from many different people throughout my life. As a therapist, priest, artist, former
dancer, and former college basketball player, I am very attuned to my body and
the ways that my body, mind, heart and spirit are connected. Kim Walkden is one of the best massage
therapists that has worked on me. Her technical skills paired with her intuitive abilities are superb. She has
a wonderful ability to do deep tissue work, subtle touch, and to listen and communicate what her intuition
tells and guides her to do and say. She is sensitive to the whole person and strives to address this
complexity during her sessions. What a joy to have her warm and cozy massage table to lie on during the
chilly days of fall and winter! E.H., New Haven, CT
~~~
AMAZING, AMAZING, AMAZING! Kim has a gift. Her gift is a full understanding of your body and how to
work the areas that need to be released. I will not let any other massage therapist give me a massage
except Kim – she is the best! C.K., Guilford, CT
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