Welcome to my website! Thank you so much for your interest. Here you will find information about me, what I do, where and when you can participate in my classes, workshops and services, and resources to further your own journey.

I am well known in the Austin area for my ability to quickly and effectively treat pain and discomfort. I have worked with world class athletes as well as people from all walks of life. In my practice I specialize in, but am not limited to, hip and back pain, headaches, joint injuries, plantar fasciitis, nerve impingement, as well as most athletic injuries and chronic pain.

I am a licensed massage therapist and a highly regarded healing arts practitioner. I have been practicing the healing arts for thirty years. My practice of manual therapy is founded in many years of experience and training. I studied tuina (Chinese manual therapy) at the Rising Sun School of Somatic Arts, acupuncture and herbs at the Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Tao Shiatsu under the lineage founder, Ryokyu Endo sensei. IN my manual therapy practice I specialize in health maintenance, rehabilitation and pain relief.

I have been practicing the martial arts for over forty five years. I have devoted the last thirty years to the practice and study of tai chi and qigong. I have studied under numerous internal gongfu and qigong teachers. I had the great fortune to study with Sifu Fong Ha. I am dedicated to promoting a lifestyle that is in accord with the universal principles of ecstasy, integrity, inner strength and personal transformation.

I have studied with a number of great teachers and masters of qigong, meditation, healing, and martial arts. I have been blessed to study and practice in depth under the guidance of great teachers such as HE Mindrolling Khandro Rinpoche, Khenpo Tsultrim Gyamtso, HH Penor Rinpoche, Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche, Namdrol Rinpoche, and others. I synthesize the essence of what I have learned in a practical and straightforward manner. My practice of manual therapy and classes reflect my dedication to make the profound heritage of Asian medicine, health, and spirituality accessible and approachable for anyone who wishes to improve their health and reach towards their full potential.

Manual Therapy

Manual therapy rapidly addresses postural imbalances, injury, and chronic pain as well as a host of internal imbalances similar to those treated by acupuncture. Manual therapy is very effective at helping release stored trauma. By addressing the physiological anchor of emotional and psychological pain, clients can experience freedom to enjoy life unencumbered by their past. Manual therapy is also very effective at improving athletic performance.

Treatments involve a trained therapist using acupressure, fascial release, massage, guided breathing, and stretching to activate the recipients own healing energies, as well as offering advice based on classical Chinese and modern herbology and healing theory.

“Devon is incredible. He has helped me and my family in so many ways. His manual therapy skills are great. Our family is very sports active and is always straining and spraining our bodies. In one instance a well respected orthopedic surgeon wanted to perform surgery on my shoulder and Devon resolved the problem in 6 – 8 sessions. I have no problems with the shoulder anymore. He is very valuable to us and a great friend.”  Bruce C.

Seiki Shiatsu

Seiki shiatsu is a natural evolution of the teachings of Shizuto Masunaga sensei and Ryokyu Endo sensei. Seiki shiatsu is similar to Zen shiatsu in that it aims to treat imbalances and restore harmony.

The central principle of Seiki shiatsu is people’s inherent ability to heal themselves. Through the application of direct, penetrating pressure Seiki shiatsu accesses a person’s sei ki, the natural healing energy that lies at the very core of their being. By touching the sei ki the ja ki, sick or stuck energy, is released and healing occurs.

Seiki shiatsu treatments tend to be intense and the recipient can expect to experience some discomfort as their body moves back into a state of harmony. This discomfort is small compared to the deep and lasting healing that Seiki shiatsu can affect.

Devon incorporates the principles of Seiki shiatsu in all his treatments but takes great pleasure in practicing the art on its own with those who wish to experience this profound level of healing.

My healing arts practice is currently based out of Tao Health Clinic in northwest Austin.