Nichole E. Ruffin, LMT

Nichole E. Ruffin is a nationally certified and licensed massage therapist and owner of Caressence Therapeutic Massage and founder of the Touch Scientific Institute. With a wealth of knowledge in anatomy and physiological allopathic medicine, Nichole treats clients from a holistic preventative approach. Through massage therapy, she treats the body as a whole in order to create an inner balance so that the client can be better prepared to ward off ailments. Nichole uses an array of techniques including Reiki, Swedish massage, aromatherapy, hot stone massage, deep tissue massage, reflexology, pregnancy massage, CranioSacral Therapy, corporate chair massage, Raindrop Technique, and Vita-flex.

Nichole is a graduate of Potomac Massage Training Institute (PMTI), in Washington D.C. and a professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association. She has over 15 years of medical experience including medical technology, cardiovascular invasive technology, and education. She current teaches massage therapy at PMTI.

As a Massage Therapist, Nichole believes that it is important to offer support to an individual through T.O.U.C.H. (Truly Offering “U” Comforting Hands). She assists the client in leading them to their own pursuit of relief of tension in the body, calming of the mind, and nourishment of the soul.

Nichole’s credentials and certifications include: National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & BodyWork (NCBTMB), Professional Member of American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) & Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Nichole is licensed in both Washington, D.C. and Maryland.

Nichole empowers people to take their health seriously and to be an advocate for their own health. She uses her gifts of touch, listening and prayer to help those who feel overwhelmed by the stress in their lives. Nichole is passionate about helping those who face illness and disabilities to live fulfilling lives.

Nicole and her husband, Lewis, reside in Greenbelt, MD.