Megan Beelart-Sorrell
Lead Massage Therapist
Q | How long have you been a licensed massage therapist?
A | 12 years
Q | Why did you choose massage therapy as a career?
A | I was stuck in traffic one day in front of the school and thought “how cool would it be to get a massage?” And instead of going in there to make an appointment, I signed up for classes instead!
Q | How do you describe your massage to others?
A | Therapeutic with a touch of deep pressure/deep tissue when needed. Relaxation sessions usually are firmer with relaxing technique.
Q | How has massage therapy affected your life?
A | It’s affected my life in so many positive ways. It’s given me a lot of opportunities for personal as well as career growth. It’s also given me the chance to meet incredible people along my career journey.
Q | What do you do to keep yourself healthy?
A | I exercise on a regular basis, see the chiropractor, and try to keep a balanced diet. I also read a lot and spend time outside to keep my mental health upkept.
Q | What is your approach to delivering relief to your clients?
A | We have a brief consultation and we create a plan for in session. During the session, depending on the type of massage, I will discuss what type of work I’m performing and why. I will also give advice and tips for care outside of the spa.
Q | Do you have particular parts of the body that you prefer to work on?
A | Neck/upper back/head
Q | What are your specialties?
A | Deep tissue, sports, neck/shoulder, and prenatal
Q | Where did you receive your massage training?
A | First Institute in Crystal Lake, IL
Q | What continuing education courses have you taken?
A | Cupping, deep tissue, prenatal, and stretching.
Lydia Thompson
Massage Therapist
Q | How long have you been a licensed massage therapist?
A | Since 2013
Q | Why did you choose massage therapy as a career?
A | I wanted to pursue a career in something I am good at.
Q | How do you describe your massage to others?
A | Overall I use a gentle approach to guide the body towards relief and relaxation. I aim to soothe away aches and pains. I incorporate stretching when needed or requested. I work intuitively with each individual client to relieve discomforts and help them find answers to their repeat pains.
Q | How has massage therapy affected your life?
A | I have learned so much through my practice that has helped me navigate my own injuries
Q | What do you do to keep yourself healthy?
A | Eat clean, exercise art, cooking, & crafting
Q | What is your approach to delivering relief to your clients?
A | I am excited work together with each of my clients to help them defeat pain, ease stress, help prepare for a long flight, recover from one, or simply feel like the best version of themselves!
Q | Do you have particular parts of the body that you prefer to work on?
A | I prefer to give the full body experience.
Q | What are your specialties?
A | Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Sports, Sports Injury, Prenatal, Pregnancy and Postpartum, Abdominal Massage, Feathering Touch, Hand and Foot Reflexology, Allergy Relief, TMJ and Migraine Relief, Thai Massage, Face and Scalp, and MLD Lymphatic Massage.
Q | Where did you receive your massage training?
A | Lauterstein - Conway School of Massage
Q | What continuing education courses have you taken?
A | MLD, Oncology, Thai, Reflexology, Chair, Prenatal
Lisa Fair
Massage Therapist
Q | How long have you been a licensed massage therapist?
A | Since 2018
Q | Why did you choose massage therapy as a career?
A | I have always massaged people since I was a kid so it just made sense.
Q | How has massage therapy affected your life?
A | It has provided for me and helped me see the world in a different, better light.
Q | What do you do to keep yourself healthy?
A | Yoga, epsom salt baths, big salads and plenty of family time.
Q | What is your approach to delivering relief to clients?
A | Long strokes with pressure points where needed.
Q | Do you have specific parts of the body you prefer to work on?
A | Glutes, arms/forearms and neck.
Q | What are your specialties?
A | Ashiatsu and deep tissue.
Q | Where did you receive your massage training?
A | Platt College, Lawton Oklahoma
Q | What continuing education courses have you taken?
A | Ashiatsu
Caitlin Espinoza
Massage Therapist
Q | How long have you been a licensed massage therapist?
A | Since the beginning of 2020, I am going into my second year.
Q | Why did you choose massage therapy as a career?
A | I wanted to help heal people naturally and to also educate people to understand that self care is an important part of healing.
Q | How has massage therapy affected your life?
A | It has shown me how important it is to take care of your body as well as how much I love to take care of people and help others feel better.
Q | What do you do to keep yourself healthy?
A | I do yoga every week, meditate, hike, get massages weekly, chiropractic care, as well as acupuncture.
Q | What is your approach to delivering relief to your clients?
A | Making sure my client is comfortable during and after their session and accomplishing the clients treatment goals.
Q | Do you have particular parts of the body that you prefer to work on?
A | The neck and hips.
Q | What are your specialties?
A | Myofascial release, cupping, trigger points, and deep tissue.
Q | Where did you receive your massage training?
A | New Beginnings School of Massage in Austin, Texas.
Q | What continuing education courses have you taken?
A | Cupping, hot stones, myofascial release.
Josh Bell
Massage Therapist
Q | How long have you been a licensed massage therapist?
A | A little over 6 years
Q | Why did you choose massage therapy as a career?
A | I wanted a career that would help to serve others. In today's day and age, more and more people are neglecting their bodies and really paying the price as they age without mobility and pain in normal activities. I aim to correct that as much as possible.
Q | How has massage therapy affected your life?
A | It's given me a specific purpose and outlet for helping others.
Q | What do you do to keep yourself healthy?
A | Yoga, weight training, soccer, paddle boarding
Q | What is your approach to delivering relief to your clients?
A | Finding the root of the issue and addressing it
Q | Do you have particular parts of the body that you prefer to work on?
A | Neck and back
Q | What are your specialties?
A | Thai massage and neck work, in general
Q | Where did you receive your massage training?
A | Texas Healing Arts Institute
Q | What continuing education courses have you taken?
A | Table Thai, Intro to Thai massage, Continued edu. on Headaches and massage
Alyssa Gaitan
B.Sc.Kin., LMT, CMLDT
Q | How long have you been a licensed massage therapist?
A | Since february 2018
Q | Why did you choose massage therapy as a career?
A | It sort of chose me. Throughout school and college I competed in powerlifting, during this time I was always aiding myself & teammates in recovery before our next training session or meet. After graduating with a bachelors in kinesiology, I enrolled in massage school.
Q | How do you describe your massage to others?
A | Intuitive. I enjoy working with a purpose, finding areas that need attention & communicating with a client through problem areas. I also enjoy finding solutions that can help them reach their goals in said areas.
Q | How has massage therapy affected your life?
A | Massage therapy has helped me to be even more aware of my body and the way it functions. I am more in tune with my wellbeing, as well as my emotional & mental health. The atmosphere of a massage studio helps keep me grounded in these important aspects of life.
Q | What do you do to keep yourself healthy?
A | Typically I am standing all day long & I do my best to keep my body in motion during that time. I also workout and drink plenty of water every day.
Q | What is your approach to delivering relief to your clients?
A | Communication & comfort. I believe both of these are vital when working with someone. When a client is comfortable & understands what is happening in their session they will be mentally relaxed & the body will follow when receiving treatment.
Q | Do you have particular parts of the body that you prefer to work on?
A | I enjoy working upper back, specifically traps & rhomboids. I know many of us carry tension in this area due to our posture & it’s always a nice place to feel relief.
Q | What are your specialties?
A | My specialties are Ashiatsu and MLD. I trained Ashiatsu through The Center for Barefoot Massage. And I received my Manual Lymphatic Drainage in The Vodder technique through Klose Training.
Q | Where did you receive your massage training?
A | Lauterstein Conway Massage School in Austin, Texas
Q | What continuing education courses have you taken?
A | MLD, Ashiatsu Fundamentals and Intermediate, Cupping, Deep Tissue, Stretching, Sports Massage, Swedish, ROM.
Krystal Norsworthy
Founder
Q | Why did you choose massage therapy as a career
A | I chose this as a career because I thrive on helping clients with pain management. I equally love creating wellness plans and developing relationships with my clients. Anatomy and human body movement never seizes to amaze me. I love learning new techniques and continuing to support my clients on their health journeys. It’s very rewarding to help my clients feel better and witness progression and improvement; they are always happy to see me and happy when they leave.
Q | How has massage therapy affected your life?
A | It’s so rewarding to see clients improve. Receiving massage therapy myself has allowed me to continue my health and wellness journey, injury free.
Q | What do you do to keep yourself healthy?
A | I exercise 5-6 days per week, count my macros, and meal prep to ensure a balanced diet. I also foam roll and self massage at home.
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