Rachel George, LMT, works in the Student Massage Clinic as a supervisor, organizes student’s scheduling and student licensing processes, and teaches the Clinic Orientation class. She also teaches bodywork classes for the massage program, as well as CPR/First Aid classes for massage and fitness students. Rachel enjoys personalizing massages for her clients at a gym in Grain Valley and operating her own business since 2013. She graduated from WellSpring’s massage program in 2011 and earned Ashiatsu Practitioner Certification from DeepFeet Oriental Bar Therapy in 2018.
Judy Collins, BFA, LMT, graduated from WellSpring (formerly MTTI), in 2000 with a certificate in Massage Therapy. She also holds a BFA in Graphic Design, from Missouri State University (formerly Southwest MO State University). Judy was MBLEx certified in 2017, and has owned Healing Touch Therapeutic Massage from April 2001-present. Her passion is medically-based massage, inclusive of Compassionate Touch certification and Oncology Massage certification. Judy is the MT Program Manager/instructor for the Massage Therapy certificate and Associates Degree programs.
David Kopp, LMT, earned his certification in massage therapy at Wellspring School of Allied Health in April, 2011, earning Academic Achievement and Personal Achievement awards and is currently working toward his certification in Craniosacral Therapy through the Upledger Institute. David also holds a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications from the University of Central Missouri where he served as an adjunct faculty member from 2002-2006. Prior to becoming a massage therapy practitioner, David was an accomplished, award winning photographer, print and broadcast journalist. He has won awards for his work from the Associated Press, Missouri Press Association, and National Association for Local Television Sportscasters. A devoted family man, David and his wife, Karen have three children and six grandchildren.
Casey Hildinger CPT, CES, has been involved in the fitness industry since 2001. Casey attended Fort Hayes State University and has experience as Fitness Director of Prairie Life Fitness, Master of Fitness, US Army, and currently works independently as a Personal Trainer. Unique, energetic and efficient explanation is what Casey strives to bring to students and clients. Casey is a part-time instructor.
Brooke Taylor, LMT, has been a licensed massage therapist since 2008. She is a Board Certified Bodyworker through NCBTMB and a member of Associated Bodyworkers and Massage Practitioners. She received her initial massage training through MTTI-Wellspring and has since continued her massage training at the Esalen Institute in Big Sur, CA, where she became a certified Esalen massage practitioner. In addition to Esalen Massage, Brooke enjoys practicing hot stone massage, and spa modalities. Brooke also has a degree in occupational therapy and enjoys using her knowledge of orthopedics in her massage practice. She is a part-time instructor.
Jenna Hyatt, LMT, earned her certificate in Massage Therapy in 2008 from Wellspring School of Allied Health. She has owned and operated Relief Bodyworks Healing Art Studio since graduation. Jenna has experience working with a wide range of clientele and is passionate about her work. She brings that same passion and enthusiasm to the classroom in hopes of inspiring and educating her students and that they go on to make a positive impact in our community and on the industry as a whole. Jenna is a part-time instructor.
Tina Pulley earned her bachelor’s degree in Wellness from Northwest Missouri State University and furthered her studies in health Education at Idaho State University. She has been a Certified Life Coach, Health Coach, Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer for over 25 years. Tina has taught multiple aspects of wellness, fitness and personal growth courses, as well as worked with AFAA for over 20 years certifying and teaching CEU courses to fitness professionals and life coaches. Tina has experience with a vast array of training and coaching such as one-on-one, group, corporate, business development, gym, entrepreneurship, fitness video production, online communities, social media, and curriculum development. She brings a voice of experience to the classroom with her high energy, love for the wellness industry and those entering it, and inspiration to seek your highest potential. Tina is a part-time instructor.
Otis Watson, LMT, has a B.A. in Elementary Education from UMKC, a B.S.E. in Physical Education from the University of Arkansas, and a Master of Arts degree in Recreation Administration from the University of Iowa. He received his diploma from MTTI in 1990, and is a part-time instructor.
