Meet Our Massage Therapists
Laura
Licensed Massage Therapist
Laura was born and raised in University Place and now resides in North Tacoma with her husband and two daughters. Laura graduated from Body Mechanics of Myotherapy in 2006 and has been focusing on injury treatment since. She enjoys helping people overcome pain and seeing the benefits of massage.
Education:
Body Mechanics of Myotherapy in Olympia, WA
Techniques: Relaxation, Deep Tissue Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release, Frozen shoulder, Carpal Tunnel, Swedish, and Pregnancy Massage
Licensure & Certifications:
WA State Massage License
Insured through AMTA
Pre and post-natal Massage certification 2012
Education:
Body Mechanics of Myotherapy in Olympia, WA
Techniques: Relaxation, Deep Tissue Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release, Frozen shoulder, Carpal Tunnel, Swedish, and Pregnancy Massage
Licensure & Certifications:
WA State Massage License
Insured through AMTA
Pre and post-natal Massage certification 2012
Vanessa
Licensed Massage Therapist
Vanessa grew up in Fredricksburg, VA and Federal Way, WA, and now lives with her husband and daughter in downtown Puyallup, WA. Vanessa decided to pursue a career in massage after experiencing firsthand the healing benefits of chiropractic and massage after a car accident. She graduated from Everest College in 2011 and specialized in the treatment and sports massage.
Education:
Everest College Tacoma, WA
Techniques: Deep Tissue, Trigger Point Treatment, Myofascial Release, Relaxation, and Cupping Therapy.
Licensure & Certifications:
WA State Massage License
HOTA member
ICTA certified http://www.cuppingtherapy.org/
Education:
Everest College Tacoma, WA
Techniques: Deep Tissue, Trigger Point Treatment, Myofascial Release, Relaxation, and Cupping Therapy.
Licensure & Certifications:
WA State Massage License
HOTA member
ICTA certified http://www.cuppingtherapy.org/
Alice
Licensed Massage Therapist
Alice believes that health requires a commitment to our well-being on every level: emotional, spiritual, and physical. She loves her occupation as a Licensed Massage Therapist. Graduating in 2006 from Ashmead College, she left behind years of health struggles and desk-bound jobs to begin helping others on their journey toward wellness. Having more than 20 prior years of experience in art, design, and technical occupations, she has a uniquely creative perspective with an ability to think dimensionally and outside the box.
Alice specializes in Oriental modalities such as Cupping and Gua Sha, emphasizing Thai Massage, and has been a Usui Reiki Master since 2009. With her years of experience and continuing education, she excels at working with complicated cases and diverse clients.
Education:
Ashmead College, Fife, WA
Clover Park Technical College, Tacoma, WA
Techniques: Thai Massage, Deep Tissue, Massage Cupping Therapy, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Swedish/Relaxation, Reflexology, Reiki, Gua Sha, and Aromatherapy.
Licensure & Certifications:
WA State Massage License 2006
Usui Reiki Master/Teacher 2009
Alice specializes in Oriental modalities such as Cupping and Gua Sha, emphasizing Thai Massage, and has been a Usui Reiki Master since 2009. With her years of experience and continuing education, she excels at working with complicated cases and diverse clients.
Education:
Ashmead College, Fife, WA
Clover Park Technical College, Tacoma, WA
Techniques: Thai Massage, Deep Tissue, Massage Cupping Therapy, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Swedish/Relaxation, Reflexology, Reiki, Gua Sha, and Aromatherapy.
Licensure & Certifications:
WA State Massage License 2006
Usui Reiki Master/Teacher 2009
Stacy
Licensed Massage Therapist
Stacy has worked in healthcare and the healing arts her whole career. Having spent over 17 years as a yoga teacher, Stacy wanted to expand her hands-on healing skills by becoming a licensed massage therapist. She loves to work with clients performing relaxation and therapeutic massage. Her experience at Alexandar School of Natural Therapeutics has given her an outstanding array of massage tools to meet the 'kneads' of all kinds of clients!
Education:
Alexandar School of Natural Therapeutics, Tacoma, WA
Techniques: Swedish, Myofascial Release, Trigger point, Gua Sha, and Cupping Therapy.
Licensure & Certifications:
WA State Massage License.
Education:
Alexandar School of Natural Therapeutics, Tacoma, WA
Techniques: Swedish, Myofascial Release, Trigger point, Gua Sha, and Cupping Therapy.
Licensure & Certifications:
WA State Massage License.
Zoe
Licensed Massage Therapist
Zoe has been a massage therapist since 2015. She enjoys seeing people recover from injuries and helping patients through the recovery process. She specializes in cupping, Thai Massage, and prenatal massage. She lives in Tacoma with her husband and two dogs - Glacier and Rainier.
Education:
Cortiva Institute 2015.
License/Certification:
WA state Licensed Massage Therapist.
Modalities: Cupping, Thai Massage, Prenatal Massage, Hot Stone, Swedish, and Trigger Point.
Education:
Cortiva Institute 2015.
License/Certification:
WA state Licensed Massage Therapist.
Modalities: Cupping, Thai Massage, Prenatal Massage, Hot Stone, Swedish, and Trigger Point.
Miguel
Licensed Massage Therapist
Miguel was born and raised in Tacoma, WA, and has been a massage therapist since 2015. He strongly believes in the healing benefits of massage therapy and enjoys helping people overcome their injuries, as well as bringing them peace of mind. Some of Miguel’s specialties include deep tissue massage, relaxation, cupping therapy, and hot stone massage. When he is not at work, he can be found taking a hot yoga class, or spending time outdoors hiking, walking, and more!
Education:
Everest College- Tacoma, WA
Techniques: Deep tissue, Relaxation/Swedish, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Cupping Therapy, and Hot Stone Massage
Licensure & Certifications:
WA State Massage License
Education:
Everest College- Tacoma, WA
Techniques: Deep tissue, Relaxation/Swedish, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Cupping Therapy, and Hot Stone Massage
Licensure & Certifications:
WA State Massage License
Ta'Mera
Licensed Massage Therapist
Ta'Mera was born and raised in Tacoma. She loves helping people and seeing their smiles after they have been massaged. When she's not treating clients, Ta'Mera can be found at some of her favorite bubble tea places, watching a movie, or watching her betta fish Takeshi.
Education:
Alexandar School of Natural Therapeutics, 2022
Techniques: Swedish/Relaxation, Prenatal Massage, Cupping, Deep Tissue, Trigger Point, and Reflexology
Licensure & Certifications:
WA State Massage License
Education:
Alexandar School of Natural Therapeutics, 2022
Techniques: Swedish/Relaxation, Prenatal Massage, Cupping, Deep Tissue, Trigger Point, and Reflexology
Licensure & Certifications:
WA State Massage License
Lori
Licensed Massage Therapist
Lori is originally from Indiana but made Washington her home several years ago. She became a massage therapist in 2017 after working in a chiropractic and massage clinic for a few years prior. She loves working with people and making them feel better through massage therapy. Lori enjoys spending time outdoors and sailing on the Puget Sound with her husband and 2 dogs, Cortez and Surie, when not in the clinic.
Education:
Alexandar School of Natural Therapeutics, 2017
Techniques: Swedish/relaxation, deep tissue, trigger point, myofascial release, maternity, cupping
Licensure & Certifications:
WA State Massage License
Education:
Alexandar School of Natural Therapeutics, 2017
Techniques: Swedish/relaxation, deep tissue, trigger point, myofascial release, maternity, cupping
Licensure & Certifications:
WA State Massage License
Carlie
Licensed Massage Therapist
Carlie believes in Health at Every Size and the power of connecting mind and body for true healing. With a deep fascination for human anatomy, Carlie blends effectiveness with relaxation in every session. Her empathetic and client-centered approach creates a safe space where each treatment is tailored to the individual’s healing journey.
Education:
Alexander School of Natural Therapeutics (Massage Therapy) Washington State University (Background in Kinesiology and Athletic Training)
Techniques:
Targeted muscle treatment for acute and chronic pain, Relaxation massage, Cupping therapy, Hot stone massage, CBD-infused treatments (available upon request)
Licensure & Certifications:
Licensed Massage Therapist (Washington State)
Education:
Alexander School of Natural Therapeutics (Massage Therapy) Washington State University (Background in Kinesiology and Athletic Training)
Techniques:
Targeted muscle treatment for acute and chronic pain, Relaxation massage, Cupping therapy, Hot stone massage, CBD-infused treatments (available upon request)
Licensure & Certifications:
Licensed Massage Therapist (Washington State)
Jessica Turner
Licensed Massage Therapist
Jessica grew up in Kent, Washington, and now resides in Fircrest with her husband and two sons. Her journey into massage therapy began after a car accident left her determined to return to the softball field. Inspired by the healing power of massage during her own recovery, Jessica committed to helping others navigate their own paths to wellness.
With a passion for supporting clients through everything from sports injuries to the physical and emotional strains of daily life, Jessica takes a personalized and compassionate approach to each session.
When she's not in the treatment room, Jessica stays active in her community—volunteering with the PTSA, coaching her sons’ soccer teams, and enjoying time spent knitting.
Education:
Cortiva Institute of Massage, Seattle – Class of 2009
Specialties & Techniques:
Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Structural Integration, Sports Massage, Thai Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Cupping, Pregnancy Massage, Swedish Massage
Licensure & Certifications:
Washington State Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT)
Education:
Cortiva Institute of Massage, Seattle – Class of 2009
Specialties & Techniques:
Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Structural Integration, Sports Massage, Thai Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Cupping, Pregnancy Massage, Swedish Massage
Licensure & Certifications:
Washington State Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT)