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GIA LIOI (She/Her)
LMSW | Exercise Physiologist | LMT | Iyengar Trained Yoga Instructor
Gia has over 20 years of experience in the health and fitness field. She specializes in working with clients who are motivated to do the work. Gia has vast experience working with soft tissue injuries and pain management. She tailors the session to the client’s specific goals.
Gia spent the first part of her career focusing on human movement and soft tissue recovery as a massage therapist and strength and conditioning coach. While working with clients, she witnessed how a client’s mindset affected their progress, which motivated her to pursue her Master's Degree in Social Work.
Gia is an LMSW who works with clients as a health and performance coach. Gia is also a Clinical Social Worker.
Qualifications:
Licensed Master in Social Work in NYS
Licensed Master in Social Work in Maryland (pending)
Masters in Social Work - Studied at The Ohio State University 2022
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (in training through Fluence)
Iyengar Yoga Teacher Training - Studied at Open Sky 2018
Certified Health Coach - Institute for Integrative Nutrition 2017
Certified Strengths and Conditioning (CSCS) - Through NSCA Since 2016
Licensed Massage Therapist in NYS - Since 2002
Bachelors in Science in Psychology and Exercise Physiology - Studied at SUNY Brockport 2001