I graduated from Port Townsend School of Massage in 2007. I became familiar with Therapeutic Touch (TT) in 2008 after taking a Basic TT course. After using TT to help my brother while in hospice, I proceeded to take the Intermediate TT course in 2010 and then signed up for the mentorship to be qualified as a TT practitioner. My brother's passing was a defining moment for me and how TT helps those going through the dying process.