Who We Are
Joni Masse
Massage Therapist
If you are needing to “unplug” from the world filled with distractions, Joni’s work will assist you in doing so. She has devoted her life to the healing arts and has a skill set that will provide you with a unique and highly specialized massage, and guide you toward your innate ability to feel well holistically. Joni has developed what she calls ‘informed intuition’ and the ability to work with mind body and spirit, bringing to your session a background in nursing, psychotherapy, yoga, and massage therapy.If you are seeking a deeply felt session, to ease pain and/or to feel a profound sense of calm and serenity Joni can assist you in doing so. She may also offer suggestions for self-care follow up for you to take home, to continue your journey toward feeling more at ease and well.
Joni has also been influential in the field of Education as a Director of Education and an instructor of Massage Therapy. She currently offers CE courses for Trauma and Thai Massage. She is passionate about helping empower others to live their best lives, and to feel healthy and happy. She specializes in Thai Massage and recovery from Traumatic Stress. She holds many certifications, a MA degree in Body Psychotherapy and a license as an RN, and will often combine different techniques in her work, including Reflexology, CST, Swedish, Deep Tissue, and Thai Massage. Joni also has received specialized training for Cancer patients to ensure their safety when receiving bodywork.
Christine Gorecki
Massage Therapist
Christine Gorecki has been licensed by the State of Florida as a massage therapist since 2006. She is a member of ABMP. Christine, a former elementary school teacher, enjoys training her poodle and golden-doodle, gardening and boating. Shortly after graduating, she volunteered her massage therapy skills at Hospice, encountering patients on their end-of-life journeys. She earned her MPH degree, a master’s in public health education, from USF. She is an advocate of routine massage therapy to help clients manage chronic pain and stress. Christine is happy to discuss a treatment plan with your comfort in mind, as each human body presents its own uniqueness. Christine can deliver a stress relieving Swedish Spa massage or a more focused pain-relieving massage. Thermal therapies, such as hot stone and aromatherapy, can be combined with any type of massage for a truly relaxing experience. She is enthusiastic about each client’s progress and looks forward to every massage session!
Bree Smith
Massage Therapist
Tony Hernandez
Massage Therapist
Tony is a 2010 graduate of The Body Therapy Center and School of Massage in Swansea, Illinois, which follows a foundation of Myofascial Release and Neuromuscular Therapy. While attending The Body Therapy Center, Tony also trained in Medical and Sports Massage from Jeffrey Wright, massage therapist for The St. Louis Blues professional hockey team. In 2013, Tony earned certification in Judith Delany’s approach to Neuromuscular Therapy. Tony is a ten-year member of ABMP, Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals.
With this type of training, Tony prepares each session ever mindful of your present condition, past health history and the lingering effects of trauma. Tony creatively applies evidence-based techniques and will work with you for the best and the most effective treatment.
Karen Reiser
Massage Therapist
Dawn Cleland
Massage Therapist
Dawn Cleland has been practicing massage therapy in Pinellas County for 14 years. She is Florida licensed (MA48574/MM36338) and Nationally Board certified in therapeutic massage and body work. She has a passion for health and wellness. She believes in the restorative properties of massage therapy and the ability of the body to heal itself. She is committed to helping people manage pain and stress through massage therapy and alternative to prescription medications. “Empowering people to include massage therapy as part of their healthcare routine is very important to me. People need to invest their time and money in themselves. Their health is their most important asset and I am helping to facilitate the natural healing of the mind, body and soul through massage therapy.”
Dawn is skilled in Deep tissue, Relaxation( Swedish), Neuromuscular (trigger point), Myofascial Release, Sports, Prenatal, Aromatherapy and Hot Stone massage.She specializes in using deep tissue and neuromuscular therapy techniques to address core issues arising from adhesions, nerve impingement and muscular contractions. Dawn strives to treat the body as a whole to help reduce pain and relieve tension and stress. She is committed to providing individualized care specific to her client’s needs.
Our Services
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Relaxation (Swedish) Massage
- Sports Massage
- Neuromuscular
- Facials
- Thai Massage
- Prenatal Massage
- Chair Massage
- Aromatherapy