Therapists and staff

Izzie Paragas

Level II Therapist | Palo Alto

izzie@smiweb.org |

Born and raised in the Bay Area, Izzie swam competitively throughout her adolescence and at the College of San Mateo where she medaled at the National Junior College Championships. Her background in competitive sports fueled her desire to work with athletes. 

After graduating from the National Holistic Institute’s Massage Therapist Program in 2021, she continued her education in their Advanced Neuromuscular Therapy Program, graduating in 2023. Along with an Associate’s Degree in Kinesiology, she is currently finishing her BA in Kinesiology with a specialization in Rehabilitation Science at San Jose State University.

Her passion for sports and biomechanics drives Izzie to help active individuals in pain with science-based hand’s on techniques and modalities. She believes in tailoring sessions and treatment plans to each client’s unique history and athletic goals.