11/11/2025
Hello!
Although I rarely use FB, this may be the most reliable way to reach my clients and the community. It has been months since I have given an update. I apologize for the wait and for my prolonged absence. It has taken this long to find the diagnosis and I wanted to be sure of my condition before updating my status.
Unfortunately, it will still be some time until I return to massage therapy. I was diagnosed with Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. The next step is to figure out which kind, since one can be quite dangerous. Once we figure out which type and what needs to be done to remedy the issue, I would like to return to massage, but only part-time. For the meantime, I will continue to go to doctor appointments, physical therapy (hopefully no surgery), and do all I can to achieve optimal health.
During this downtime, I realized I needed a back-up plan and started looking into different careers to utilize my degree. After many months of searching, I received a call yesterday and was offered a position as Student Support Specialist at Grays Harbor College. It saddens me to leave massage full-time, but I know it will always be a major part of my life.
I am committed to giving clients my best effort and would not want you to expect less from a massage therapist. Until I can do so again with certainty, I look forward to helping our community in a different way, by supporting students in Grays Harbor find new careers through higher education and trade skills. Maybe I can convince a few to go to massage school!
I want to extend my sincerest gratitude to everyone who made a difference in my practice. You all played a major role in shaping me into the practitioner that I am today. You’ve showed me that our small town is huge in love and support. Trusting me with your health and well-being has meant more to me than you’ll ever know. I couldn’t ask for a better community.
There is a list of local massage therapists in the area on my website, for those looking currently looking for massage therapy.
https://leilani-polk-lmt.square.site
This isn’t a good-bye, just a see you later.
With love,
Leilani Polk, LMT
p.s. Happy Veteran’s Day to those that served!
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