AU Method instructors
Meet the instructors
Trained in the AU Method TMJD courses, now teaching them. New classes start March 2027.
LMBT · TMJD-1 and TMJD-2 instructor
Chasity Nelson
Owner of Chasity Nelson Massage and Bodywork. Chasity completed TMJD-1 Glove Up! and TMJD-2 Jaw & Hip Connection in 2022. After taking the courses she opened her practice, specializing in rehabilitative and TMJ-focused massage: working with clients to address muscular dysfunction, improve mobility, support recovery, and help them better understand the connections within their bodies. Her classes start March 2027.
LMBT · TMJD-1 and TMJD-2 instructor
Brittany Hazel
Owner of Essence of Renewal. Brittany completed both intra-oral TMJ courses and started her practice in 2022. She specializes in therapeutic massage and TMJ-focused bodywork, helping clients manage chronic pain, muscular tension and mobility restrictions, with a special focus on the interconnected muscles of the jaw, face, neck and shoulders. Her classes start March 2027.
PTA, LMBT, NASM-CPT, NASM-CNC, IIN-INHC · Teacher assistant
Katrina Braham
Teacher assistant for TMJD-1 Glove Up! and TMJD-2 Jaw & Hip Connection. Katrina completed both courses in 2023, and in 2025 earned a certificate in Integrative Nutrition Health Coaching from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. With a background spanning physical therapy, massage and bodywork, fitness, nutrition and health coaching, she brings those skills together to help clients with their goals and to support students.
