Our staff of trained therapists offers Swedish, deep tissue, pregnancy, reflexology, myofascial release, sports massage and injury treatment. Have insurance? Ask about your options when scheduling an appointment.
Cassandra Whelan MA 60404162
Modalities: Craniosacral Therapy certified, Intraoral Massage, Cupping, Swedish, Myofascial Release, and Lymphatic Drainage.
What Makes My Massage Unique: I like to take a slow and gentle approach. Using my sensitive skills to listen to the body and work with its natural rhythms. During our sessions, I like to use Craniosacral Therapy to calm the central nervous system. As well as Myofascial techniques to facilitate release, create space and breath in the body.
I previously worked in the dental field for 7 years. It was exciting to be able to bring my dental and massage knowledge together by receiving my Intraoral massage endorsement. Intraoral massage focuses on the muscles inside of the mouth and jaw. It can be very effective in relieving TMJ-D symptoms, headaches, migraines, teeth clenching and grinding.
I look forward to working with you.
Insurance Accepted: L&I, PIP
Louise O’Sullivan, MA 0013278
Modalities: Swedish, Relaxation, Deep Tissue, Injury Treatment, Neuromuscular Techniques, Myofascial Release and Chair Massage.
What makes my massage unique: I have been licensed as a massage therapist since 1999. I view the body from many perspectives with a background in nursing, acupuncture, dance and yoga instruction. I believe the body, mind, and spirit can ALWAYS HEAL! It would be a privilege to work with you to create an environment where the body, mind and spirit can deeply relax to facilitate healing and wholeness.
I also provide Private Yoga Instruction, Group Yoga Classes and Workshops here at Ballard Health Center. Teaching Yoga Privates is a true joy for me. I am able to draw on my orthopedic nursing experience, massage therapy knowledge and acupuncture training to formulate a yoga sequence for clients that will benefit their healing process. I know what it feels like to be injured and want desperately for your body to heal. I also understand the need for support and encouragement in the healing process. I continue to be inspired by my private yoga clients as I witness them building a loving partnership with their body. I look forward to working with you!
Insurances Accepted: PIP, L&I
Lauren Shaw, MA60615808
Modalities: Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Neuromuscular techniques, Injury Treatment, Pregnancy (in semi-reclined and side-lying positions), Post Natal.
Strengths: Pain Management, Mental Health Wellness, Neck, back and hip tension relief, Reduction of Headache/Migraine frequency and intensity
What makes my massage unique: Clients have described my work as: Renewing, consistent, intuitive, therapeutic, communicative, inclusive and nurturing.
Aware that we all relax and heal differently, I'm happy to work in complete silence or chat through our entire session. As someone who has been the daily ballet student turned consummate couch potato turned...somewhere in the middle, I'm understanding of wherever you are on your health and self-care journey and ultimately hope--whether you're coming in for a mental break or physical tune up--you will feel comfortable, safe and valued on my table, and leave feeling better balanced in both body and mind.
A little about me:
Former Preschool Teacher/Nanny who wanted to be a Veterinarian or Writer "when I grew up," and considered working as a Nurse, Animal Behaviorist, Psychologist, and Naturopathic Doctor before deciding with certainty on Massage Therapy.
Favorite food: Avocado
Happy place: The gigantic, warm rock in the river on a sunny day. Also, rollercoasters
Things I'd like to do: Travel more, take a pottery class
Something I wish I didn't know: That Cafe Besalu exists
Insurances Accepted: PIP, L&I
Amanda Chappell, LMP, MA 60250929
Modalities: Swedish, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone, Myofascial Release, Trigger point, and Neuromuscular Therapy.
What makes my massage unique: Whether you are in need of specific work to target chronic pain or tension, repetitive stress injuries, stress relief, or just needing a yummy relaxation massage - I'm here to help. With skill, intuitive touch, and therapeutic intent I strive to help improve the lives of others through massage. I especially enjoy integrated deep tissue work to help restore the body from restrictions that are limiting movement and causing pain and discomfort. I approach each session with focus and genuine care for your unique circumstances, and always cater massages to meet your needs for that day. I look forward to meeting you and working together on the journey towards improved health and wellness!
When I'm not massaging I enjoy exploring the outdoors with my chow chow Luna, traveling, music concerts, gardening, and expanding my knowledge of various bodywork modalities and techniques to bring to my massages.
Petra White, MA00022570
Modalities: Deep Tissue, Swedish/Relaxation, Trigger Point treatment, Pregnancy and Chair massage.
What Makes My Massage Unique: I am the working person’s massage therapist. From those who concentrate in front of monitors over keyboards, to those who carry heavy loads, on their feet all day, to those who wrangle toddlers and teenagers, all while supporting heavy stress levels. Working people are my people.
As a lifelong NW resident, I enjoy the outdoors, as well as being an avid fiber artist and book lover.
Insurances Accepted: PIP, L&I
Luca Tashka, MA 60686525
Luca, is a massage therapist, trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine,specializing in Tui na. Luca also utilizes cranio sacral, deep tissue, visceral, breath work, myofascial, neurokinetic, pnf, Thai, structural, lymphatic, active release, cupping, guasha to support others in their healing and wellness. Luca's approach is in cooperation and reconnecting with the body. Luca has a vast background in nursing, mental health and spiritual callings that combined with TCM creates profound individualized treatment. Luca also has his certification in Intraoral which can help with TMJ symptoms
Griselde Mond, LMT MA60522168
Griselde had an interest in anatomy and work involving it since childhood. With her parents having a mix of health problems, she realized touch and self awareness of the body could help others through their lives.
Starting massage for her mother before the age of ten, she decided to pursue a career on massage right away. After completing school and earning her license at Finger Lakes School of Massage in Ithaca, New York State, she decided to move West to further her career, but hit a snag with the state laws and had to return to school to earn her license in Washington.
Now, she practices Deep Tissue and Connective Tissue Therapy with a mix of Eastern modalities learned in New York State. Her primary concerns are treating clients’ who are willing to do as much work on the table as off. “I only have your body for an hour, you have it for a lifetime.”
Insurances Accepted: PIP, L&I
Anders Kobbevik, MA6030241
Modalities: Modalities: Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Sports Massage
What makes my massage unique: I take a slow, firm approach to relax the mind as well as the body. My goal is to relieve your areas of pain and install a fresh sense of rejuvenation and balance to your body.
Insurances Accepted: PIP, L&I
Barbara L'Ami, MA 00006739
Modalities: Swedish, Deep Tissue, Injury Treatment, Myofascial Release, Relaxation, Pregnancy massage
Though her life’s journeys have taken her around the world with different travel and employment opportunities, Barbara has always felt drawn to her work as a massage therapist. Licensed for over 25 years, she finds personal fulfillment in working with clients to meet their needs. Whether giving a massage for relaxation and nurturing, or treating specific injury, Barbara can pinpoint the client’s needs and adjust her massage and modality to match.
Insurance Accepted: PIP, L&I
Benji Hoffman, MA 60769222
Benji has been practicing massage since graduating from the Cortiva institute in 2017. He takes a gradual approach to massage, assessing tightness and soreness in the body, before moving into more specific deep tissue work. He also often incorporates different massage tools into his sessions to assist in more therapeutic work.
Insurances Accepted: PIP, L&I
Dan Revette, MA 60792974
Modalities: Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, trigger point therapy
I'm tailor my massage style to best help clients function in their everyday life with a focus on deep tissue and trigger point release. As an avid hiker and rock climber I know how important self-care is. Whether you're training for a marathon, recovering from an injury, or need to relax after a stressful week, massage can help.
PIP, L&I
Tyler Van Hollebeke, MA 00023316
Tyler is a proud graduate of Brenneke School of Massage Therapy where he completed the 1000 hour professional licensing program in 2005. In addition he also completed 100+ hours of electives within the same 12 month time period.
Since then he has specialized in the medical treatment of sub acute to chronic soft tissue injuries on a 30 appointment/6 day schedule. From auto accidents to sports injuries to pre & post natal care & geriatric care & emotional anxiety issues, Tyler has extensive experience to go along with his certifications & formal training. Often described as a “body mechanic” by his longtime patients Tyler looks forward to helping those in need as often as possible.
PIP, L&I
Emma S Lin LMT, MA 60449666
Modalities: Relaxation, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Acupressure, Trigger Point Therapy, Tuina, Cupping Therapy, Table Thai, and Reflexology.
Emma combines Deep Tissue with Table Thai, which kneads and stretches at the same time. This works wonders at relieving tension, breaking up adhesions, and decreasing pain. She also utilizes Myofascial Release and Trigger Point Therapy to decrease pain and restore proper musculoskeletal function.
Emma speaks multiple languages including Mandarin, Taiwanese, and Japanese. She graduated from Cortiva Institute as a massage practitioner in 2013. She has been practicing injury treatment work ever since. She believes through inspection, observation, palpation, assessment, and treatment she can help her clients heal and maintain physical health so they can live their lives more fully.
Courtney Linclau, MA 60002863
Courtney Linclau grew up in the Pacific Northwest, finished highschool on South Whidbey and graduated from Cortiva Institute Brenneke School of Massage in 2008. She later completed an Associates of Occupational Studies Degree of Massage Therapy at Colorado School of Healing Arts. Her areas of specialty are Sports Massage and Neuromuscular Therapy. Her style is flowing, rhythmic and very thorough if you are in need of some treatment that is also very soothing. She enjoys riding her bike, singing and making pottery in her free time.
Candace Smith L.M.T
Modalities: Swedish, Deep Tissue, Injury Treatment, Myofascial Release,Fascial Stretch Therapy, Relaxation, Pregnancy massage
Candace graduated from the Southwest Institute of Healing Arts in 2012. She has spent the past 10 years working in both clinical and spa settings. Her background allows her to work with a wide variety of individuals tending to every client's different needs.
Her ability to work between deeper, more therapeutic work, as well as more subtle modalities, allows her to help a wide variety of clients.
