William Shearing
Bill Shearing is passionate about bringing massage therapy wherever he can. He is someone who you will find doing chair massage at events, volunteering to help others, and in his office. He?s got a lot of energy ? and channels it all in a very positive way.
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What surprised you about Massage Therapy in general?
How much my clients enjoy my work.
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Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
No projections into the future. My life is great right now! I?m enjoying the ride and the new experiences along the way.
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Tell us a little about yourself:
Working with my hands is something I have enjoyed since I was a child. I was constantly putting things together and taking them apart, fixing everything from electrical appliances to cars and lawn mowers, but I never even thought about a career as a massage therapist. It wasn?t until I joined a health and fitness club that I realized how much I love helping others.
I took classes and became a certified personal trainer. This inspired me to learn more about the human body. I found myself attending Monroe Community College for a nutrition course, and I knew then I wanted to continue to learn. I took anatomy next and discovered my love for massage therapy. One day, my professor asked me, ?What do you plan on doing?? It was then I said I planned to become a massage therapist and made the commitment to do it. It was a perfect choice for my love of working with my hands and helping people.
While attending college, I was still working my full time job as a US Post Office Letter Carrier. It took me five years to complete a two-year AAS degree in Massage Therapy. I received my degree in May 2008 and retired from the Post Office with 30 years of service in December that same year.
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My work is truly my passion. I have continued my thirst for knowledge and treatments with additional courses and education including human dissection, Arthrossage (treatment for arthritis), Ashiatsu (treatment using your feet), bamboo/cupping, Myofascial Mobilization and advanced chair massage. I even traveled to Costa Rica to take courses. I enjoyed sharing my knowledge and look forward to demonstrating to any of you what I have learned.
In March 2011, I opened my own practice, Full Spectrum Massage Therapy. Office is in Southview Commons, 300 White Spruce Blvd. Suite #128, Rochester NY 14623. I am also a massage therapist at the Westside Y. I enjoy cycling and have been an instructor for indoor cycling classes at the Y and Bally Total Fitness for 10 years. I also work at Wolk Manor, an assisted living home, where I give chair massages to the residents.
I have one daughter, Emily. She is a journalist and worked at the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle as a reporter for the ?Insider? and ?Our Towns.? She just completed her Master?s degree at the Newhouse School of Journalism at Syracuse University. She is continuing her studies and pursuing a Masters in Photography at Syracuse.
The more I learn, the better I am able to provide an extraordinary and unique experience for every treatment and client. Come to my office and experience for yourself.
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View William?s profile and schedule with him HERE!
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What is your favorite trick or tool as a therapist?
Using my knowledge and special training to create a unique experience every treatment.
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What is your best marketing advice for other therapists?
Go the extra for your clients. They will refer others.
Are you nationally certified?
Not yet.
Did you have a mentor when you first started your business as a massage therapist?
My passion for massage therapy is still my mentor.
What is your favorite sound?
The roar of a powerful race car engine.
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What is your least favorite sound?
Dogs barking.
How many clients do you see in an average week?
Five
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Do you have any healthy obsession? (shoes, Johnny Depp, chocolate?)
Traveling. I was just in South America. I went to Machu Picchu and the Galapagos. Wow! I also enjoy exercise ? cycling, yoga.
What do you wear on your feet when massaging?
Socks.
What massage music do you prefer?
New age.
What music do you crank up in the car?
60?s Rock. Steppenwolf, Deep Purple, Mississippi Queen.
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Carnivore, vegetarian, or vegan?
Occasional carnivore (for a treat ? love those hot chicken wings) but most often just lots of fruits and veggies.
Swiss or Cheddar?
Swiss
What is the last book you read?
?The Power of Now? by Eckhart Tolle. Very enlightening!
What is the last movie you saw?
Not a movie fan. Too busy with other interests.
What is the last Continuing Education course that you took?
Complex shoulder issues with James Waslaski. Excellent!
Who is your greatest inspiration?
My clients. They inspire me to be the best I can.
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