Nikola Burrell

CMT, LMT, CMLDT

Owner and Certified Lymphatic Therapist

Nikola is a certified lymphatic specialist and a professional, licensed massage therapist. She is passionate about health, wellness and the human body’s detoxification process.

She studied Psychology and Sociology at the Ludwig-Maximilian University in Munich, Germany.

After college Nikola traveled the world and was fascinated by the universal connection she witnessed between emotional well being and physical health. Experiencing holistic bodywork, massage therapy and other healing arts in different countries inspired her to obtain her own massage therapy certification. She studied anatomy, physiology and kinesiology at the Aspen Massage Institute in Colorado.

Nikola has worked in the field of therapeutic massage since 2013. She has extensive training in medical massage therapy and in manual lymphatic drainage (MLD). In her practice she applies the Vodder technique for medical, post-surgical and lymphedema treatments as well as modern lymphatic drainage methods that she combines with myofascial release.

Nikola works with physicians and physical therapists to create a treatment plan for clients struggling with pain, injury or illness.

She is certified in MLD and medical massage therapy for breast cancer rehabilitation through Klose Training Lymphedema Certification School. She also holds certifications in Brazilian lymphatic drainage and in Endermologie® treatments with LPG® America. Nikola is a certified Lymphatic Enhancement Technology® practitioner and she is using Lymphstar Pro®Fusion technology in her therapeutic sessions.

Through her loving nature and personal experience, Nikola enjoys working with pregnant women and new mothers to relieve pregnancy and postpartum symptoms.

She is an alternative medicine enthusiast and a strong believer in Ayurveda as a holistic healing approach that aims to restore balance to the body, mind and spirit.

In her free time, the mom of four loves to travel, do yoga, play tennis, ski, hike and spend time with her family and friends.

License MT.0016475

TESTIMONIALS

  • "I have severe back issues with a fully fused spine and Nikola literally got me through my pregnancy with my daughter, alleviating pain and being a calming and kind presence. She is incredibly talented, kind, calm and skilled. I would recommend her to anyone! I have had a lot of massage therapists but I love Nikola and can't wait until our next appointment!

    Michaela Idhammar-Keptura, Aspen, CO

  • After my recent liposuction, I sought out Niki for manual lymphatic drainage. She helped reducing my bruising and swelling, delivering unbelievable results. I'm truly thankful for her care and expertise in lymphatic therapy.

    Caroline M., Los Angeles, CA

  • I spend summers training in Aspen and I have been consistently impressed with Nikola's sports massage therapy and her detox protocol. As a professional athlete, I have seen great results and a big difference in my recovery. She is strong and skilled, using excellent deep tissue techniques and stretching that have greatly benefited my performance.

    Mark C., Miami, Florida