When searching for a qualified specialist, make sure they have the credentials CLT. If they are not a CLT, they are not a certified lymphedema therapist.
Certified Lymphedema Therapists (CLT)
Andrea Brennan, OTR/L,
CLT-LANA, CI-CS
Certified Lymphedema Therapist
Doctor of Occupational Therapy—Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
• Bachelor of Occupational Therapy—Tufts University
• Certified Lymphedema Therapist—Lymphology Association of North America
• Certified Casley-Smith Instructor—Casley-Smith International
Andrea earned her bachelor of science degree from Emory University and Tufts University in occupational therapy. As an occupational therapist since 1978, she gained a wealth of experience working in acute care hospitals, rehabilitation hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, home health settings and outpatient settings in Arizona. Andrea began her lymphedema studies as early as 1996. She received certification in the Casley-Smith International Lymphoedema treatment method in 2000, also successfully completed certification through the Lymphedema Association of North America (LANA). In 2010, Andrea began a mission to spread awareness and education about lymphedema. Patients conveyed their disappointment in other healthcare providers who failed to understand the complexity and impact of their edema-related problems. She furthered her education by completing her post-professional clinical doctorate in occupational therapy in 2012, with emphasis in health services administration and lymphedema management program development.
During 2014, Andrea was selected to become a certified instructor in the Casley-Smith treatment method. This training took her to the University of Glasgow UK to assist in teaching the master's level certificate in lymphedema management. Upon her successful completion of this training, she created the Brennan School of Innovative Lymphatic Studies, which spearheads evidence-informed training and certification in lymphedema, lipedema, venous insufficiency and chronic swelling. Andrea is frequently invited to speak on chronic edema and lymphedema management as well as other related clinical topics. She has presented and published on diverse topics in lymphedema management on a local, national and international level. She has also given presentations at the Clinical Symposium on Advances in Skin and Wound Care; the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Annual Conference; Fat Disorders Research Society, American Vein and Lymphatic Society and International Lymphoedema Framework. She also wrote a chapter on lymphedema in the medical textbook, Core Curriculum for Phlebology Nurses. Furthermore, each year she volunteers with Amigos de Salud, an international lymphatic and phlebology organization, offering treatment in Matagalpa, Nicaragua. Professional memberships include the International Compression Club, the International Lymphoedema Framework and Casley-Smith International.
She lives with her husband, Joe, now empty-nesters, in Scottsdale, with their doodles, Majestic and Miracle.
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Casley-Smith International 135-hour Certification Course:
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Chronic Edema and Lymphedema
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Continuing Competence in Chronic Edema and Lymphedema Management for Certified Lymphedema Therapists
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Head and Neck Lymphedema: Treatment Strategies Casley-Smith International Approach ( 2 Day Course)
Kennya Palacios, PT, DPT,
CLT-LANA
Certified Lymphedema Therapist
Doctor of Physical Therapy-- Loma Linda University
Bachelor of Health Science--Loma Linda University
Certified Lymphatic Therapist--Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy
Certified by the Lymphology Association of North America LANA.
Kennya has experience in oncology rehab from time of cancer diagnosis to survivorship/end-of-life, lymphedema care, and post surgical care.
Passionate about the work she does and wants her clients to always feel heard and understood when seeking care. She is happy to answer every question, provide comfort, and help clients take charge of their own health. Happy she joined Pink Ribbon Lymphatic Massage LLC because of desire to help fill a gap of lymphatic treatment in the community after medical intervention and returning back to everyday life.
Complete Decongestive Therapy
Coming Soon!
Kennya and Pink Ribbon are currently preparing to offer complete decongestive therapy for lymphedema, lipedema and chronic edema patients.
Physical Therapy services will be cash pay pay only.
We will send out more information as this Physical Therapy service becomes available at Pink Ribbon Lymphatic Massage.
Patient education
Gold standard lymphedema care
Deborah Kellogg, PTA, LMT,
CLT-LANA
Certified Lymphedema Therapist
Certified Lymphatic Therapist (CLT) Vodder
Lymphology Association of North America (LANA) Certified
Trained in Neuro-Lymphatic Therapy
Oncology Massage Therapist (MD Anderson Cancer Center, Gilbert, Arizona)
20+ Years as a Medical Massage Therapist(LMT)
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
While working with cancer patients, as a physical therapist assistant, she realized that many felt "alone" in their new, life-long maintenance programs often required after lymph node removal. Patients often request to come back to the clinic after being discharged for the "massage" used by certified lymphatic therapists to reduce swelling.
To fill this need, Deborah worked with other rehab and lymphatic therapists, oncologists, and integrative departments to create a specialized massage for cancer survivors affected by lymphatic damage. Through this collaboration, a specialized oncology lymphatic massage program was created and offered to MD Anderson Cancer Center patients in Gilbert, Arizona.
After relocating, Deborah founded Pink Ribbon Lymphatic Massage, LLC in Scottsdale, Arizona and has put together a talented team of rehab professionals.
Each therapist at Pink Ribbon is a specialists in the field of lymphatic therapy and dedicated to serving those who are seeking evidence based and safe lymphatic care
Zuleika Carrazco, LMT, CLT
Hablo Español
Certified Lymphedema Therapist
CLT certification from the Academy of Lymphatic Studies (ACOLS) in 2023.
Zuly Carrazco is a Certified Massage Therapist (CTM) and Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) with passion for helping individuals affected by Lymphedema.
With experience as an Oncology Massage Therapist, Zuly understands the unique needs of those undergoing cancer treatment. She furthered her expertise by obtaining her CLT certification from the Academy of Lymphatic Studies (ACOLS) in 2023.
Zuly utilizes her skills to reduce swelling, improve circulation, and enhance overall well-being, providing compassionate care to her clients on their healing journey.
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Brigit Anderson, OTR/L CLT
Certified Lymphedema Therapist
B.S in Occupational Therapy from Colorado State University
B.A in Liberal Studies with a minor in Biological Studies from California State University
Certified in Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) from Academy of Lymphatic Studies (ACOLS) 2007, and Casley-Smith Method in 2016, re-certified in 2019.
Throughout her career as an Occupational Therapist, Brigit has found helping people find their why for change and providing care and assistance on that path truly rewarding.
At her hospital job, she enjoys the ability to assist people at all levels of acuity from people in the ICU on a ventilator to elective surgery and all levels in between.
At Pink Ribbon LLC she is looking forward to helping people find exactly what they are looking for i.e., reducing pain, assisting with healing, or improving their mind-body connection.