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Pete Deckinga

Advanced CranioSacral/Oncology Massage/Lymphatic/ Trauma Release Therapist at Upledger Institute
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Pete Deckinga is a seasoned therapist and systems analyst with 17+ years of experience in trauma release, oncology care, and massage therapy, holding advanced degrees in craniosacral therapy and social work.
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Location
Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area, US
Languages
  • English Native or bilingual proficiency
  • Spanish Elementary proficiency
  • German Elementary proficiency
  • Greek, Ancient (to 1453) Limited working proficiency
  • Hebrew Elementary proficiency
  • Latin Elementary proficiency
Skills
  • Program Management
  • Photoshop
  • Sql
  • Public Speaking
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Pete Deckinga is a seasoned professional with expertise in program management, massage therapy, and social work. As a licensed massage therapist and volunteer at Hospice Austin, he has honed his skills in providing holistic care to patients. With advanced training in craniosacral therapy, lymphatic drainage, and brain therapy, Pete has developed a unique approach to addressing trauma, stress, and disabilities. His proficiency in languages, including English, Spanish, German, Greek, Hebrew, and Latin, enables him to communicate effectively with diverse clients. Pete's experience in systems analysis, public speaking, and project management has equipped him with the skills to drive results-driven solutions.

Credentials

  • Preventing Chronic Pain: A Human Systems Approach
    Coursera Verified Certificates
    Apr, 2015
    - Apr, 2026
  • LMT
    State of Texas
    Jan, 2015
    - Apr, 2026

Experience

  • Upledger Institute
    • Advanced CranioSacral/Oncology Massage/Lymphatic/ Trauma Release Therapist
      • Feb 2007 - Present

      Attend Basic through Advanced training offered through the Upledger/Barral/Chikly /D'Ambrosio Institutes. Studied Brain, Trauma Release, Oncology Care and Lymphatic Drainage therapy curriculae to more fully integrate a holistic therapeutic approach to care.

  • Hospice Austin
    • Austin, TX area
    • Volunteer Massage Therapist
      • Feb 2008 - Present
      • Austin, TX area

      I served as a social work intern at Hospice Austin while studying for my Masters in Social Work degree at UT Austin. I now find volunteering at Hospice Austin to be personally rewarding. It allows me to use my prior professional training and experience in service with others. By giving end-of-life hospice care I receive healing in my life physically, emotionally, socially and spiritually.

  • PWD Therapy
    • Massage Therapist
      • Sep 2006 - Present

      Provide advanced skills in massage/craniosacral therapy to relieve effects related to trauma, stress and disabilities for a wide variety of conditions.

  • ECI
    • Systems Analyst
      • May 2008 - Jul 2010

      Developed SAS programs/reports for executive/management staff of Early Childhood Intervention agency

  • Tx Dept of Family and Protective Svcs
    • Systems Analyst V
      • Sep 2001 - May 2008

      Developed ORACLE ad-hoc reports for legislative, executive/managment staff.

  • TX Dept of Family and Protective Services
    • Training Specialist V
      • Jul 1998 - Sep 2001

      Developed curricullae for and trained staff in the use of automated case managment system for a TX stat agency.

    • Statewide Intake Specialist IV
      • Jan 1991 - Jul 1998

      Intake specialist in taking reports by phone of abuse/neglect of children, elderly and/or persons with disabilities.

  • CRCNA
    • Inver Grove Hgts, MN and Austin, TX
    • Pastor
      • Sep 1977 - Jan 1989
      • Inver Grove Hgts, MN and Austin, TX

Education

  • 2007 - 2020
    Upledger Institute
    Craniosacral Therapy
  • 2012 - 2018
    Chikly Institute
    Brain curriculum & Lymphatic Drainage Therapy
  • 2013 - 2014
    Therapeutic Systems - D'Ambrogio Institute
    Total Body Balancing I and II
  • 1991 - 1993
    The University of Texas at Austin
    Master of Social Work (MSW), Clinical/Medical Social Work
  • 1973 - 1977
    Calvin Theological Seminary
    Master of Divinity (M.Div.), Theology/Theological Studies
  • 1968 - 1973
    Calvin College
    Bachelor's degree, Psychology
  • 2013 -
    Texas Christian University
    Child Development
  • Coursera Online MOOG Instruction
    Specialized studies in Neuroscience, Perception, Action and the Brain
  • The Lauterstein Conway Massage School
    Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
  • 2015 -
    Barral Institute
    Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage

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