Meet the Team
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Amanda | Founder
LMT, LE, CST
Master Ashiatsu Practitioner
Amanda has been practicing as a Licensed Massage Therapist for 19 years, and is also a practicing Licensed Esthetician. As the practice owner, she still continues to challenge herself by actively learning new and scientific corrective massage techniques to ensure her clients receive quality, effective care, and better treatment outcomes. She currently offers a variety of techniques that's tailored to meet each individual client's needs. From sports injuries, pain, poor posture, overuse, and tired bodies just needing some TLC- each treatment is customized to fit the client's specific goals to bring about the most optimal results during a session.
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Services: Ashiatsu Barefoot Massage, Therapeutic Massage, Neuromuscular Therapy, CranioSacral Therapy, Dynamic Cupping, Ashi-Thai, Himalayan Salt Stone Massage, Hot Stone, HydraFacial, Facials, Peels, Hair Removal

Amber | Studio Manager
LMT
Master Ashiatsu Practitioner
A good friend once described me as naturally inquisitive. Following curiosity and in an effort to extend my career + work in a more sustainable way, I found Ashiatsu Barefoot Massage, a modality that most aren’t aware exists. I instantly knew that this is what I would offer to my clients. The pressure that I can sustain is unmatched and the fluid movement allows for better body mechanics. It’s a win for both myself and the client!
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My passion lies in health and wellness and I love sharing my gift as a massage therapist to help others continue to stay active in their own life.
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Services: Ashiatsu Barefoot Massage, Ashi-Thai, Therapeutic Massage, Cupping, Gua Sha

Emily
LMT
Emily first started her career in the horse industry, while working within that community for over 20 years she has performed body work on horses of all disciplines, and soon shifted that focus over to people. She attended massage school in South Florida and has since been a licensed therapist for over 10 years. Now solely focusing on massage body work of the human variety it allows her to have time for her other passions which are olympic style weightlifting, traveling, yoga, hiking, and camping with her dog Iris. This career shift has allowed for Emily to find her niche in working with athletes. While Athletes are only a fraction of clients Emily sees, she also works with prenatal clients and those recovering from injuries as well as surgeries. Emily has a knack for reading the body and finding the spots that need body work the most. This allows her clients to receive the massage that’s best suited for them and building that relationship between client and therapist.
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Services: Deep Tissue, Therapeutic Massage, Prenatal Massage, Myofascial Release, Dynamic Cupping, CranioSacral Therapy, Reflexology, Sports Massage, Magsoothium Massage, Thai Massage

Lauren
LMT, LPTA, CPT, BS, CMLD
Corrective Therapist
Lauren has over 20 years of experience in both the Fitness and Physical Therapy world. Her treatment approach blends her knowledge of Exercise Science, Physical Therapy, and Clinical Massage to come up with the best custom plan possible for you. With her extensive background, she is able to help identify her client's root cause of pain or dysfunction through great listening skills and assessment. Lauren has treated many different diagnoses during her career and often sees clients in both acute and chronic pain.
After being frustrated and burned out from the insurance base Physical Therapy model, she decided to practice under her massage therapy license instead bring her one of a kind treatment style to Wholistic. Her sessions are a blend of manual therapy, cupping with movement, IASTM, vibration tools, and/or kinesiotaping, depending on her client's needs. When beneficial, you can expect to spend portions of your sessions with her off of the massage table addressing muscle imbalances, functional movement, and/or corrective exercises.
She believes passionately in taking a movement-based approach to treatment and loves educating clients about strength training and self care. Additionally, she is a huge advocate for women's health and often treats an array of issues seen post breast cancer with her unique style of scar mobilization and manual lymphatic drainage.
Certifications:
*Rocktape FMT basic/advanced kinesiotaping
*Rocktape Basic/Advanced IASTM
*Rocktape Cupping
*Rocktape Neuro Flossing
*Rocktape Movement Specialist
*Brookbrush Certified Person Trainer (CPT)
*Manual Lymphatic Drainage (CMLD)
*TMJ Certified
Services: Corrective Therapy, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, TMJ/headaches, Basic Strength Training 101

Gary
LMT
Trigger Point Specialist
Gary has been working in the massage industry since 2009. Having spent many years working in the physically demanding catering industry, he was transformed by the relief that therapeutic, deep massage provided. The combination of pain relief, and a renewed ability to physically move through a full range of motion was the catalyst that led him to become a licensed massage therapist. Being able to identify and treat someone’s discomfort, and feel the tissue start to change in session is quite possibly one of the most rewarding things about his work. His style uses a combination of trigger point techniques, strong deep tissue massage, assisted stretching as well as the use of cupping as an additional tool to release tight muscles and restrictions in the body. With every session, he will customize bodywork to each client’s needs for treatment. Gary lives just outside of Phoenixville with his lovely wife and fur babies.
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Services: Deep Tissue, Prenatal Massage, Therapeutic Massage, Dynamic Cupping, Magsoothium Massage

Tammy
LMT, CPT
John Barnes MFR Therapist
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Tammy has been in the health and wellness industry for over 30 years. She believes physical fitness and massage go hand in hand. As a licensed massage therapist for almost 20 years, her specialty/passion is Myofascial Release. She was blown away at her first certification course with John Barnes, (founder of myofascial release) and knew immediately that this type of corrective therapy was something she wanted to do. Trauma to our connective tissue (fascia) comes in many forms- falls, injuries, and even emotional trauma. Myofascial release allows our fascia to correct itself, relieving the pressure off our internal organs, and muscles. Tammy has gone on to take additional myofascial courses in Sedona, Denver and even to work directly with John in his Paoli office. Tammy also offers Deep Tissue, Prenatal, Trigger Point, Gua Sha and Reflexology. She has 2 fur babies (Buddy and Angel), loves working out, crafts, and traveling
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Services: John Barnes MFR, Prenatal Massage, Deep Tissue, Swedish Massage, Therapeutic Massage, Reflexology

Julie
LMT, CYT
Julie Weigand is a PA Licensed Massage Therapist and a Certified Yoga Instructor. Julie graduated from Pennsylvania School of Muscle Therapy in Valley Forge, PA in 2000 and continues the practice and study of holistic health and bodywork. She is an instructor of massage at The Wellness Institute of Chester County and an instructor of continuing education in massage therapy. Julie obtained her 200 hour yoga teaching certification with Sundari Yoga in Stroudsburg, PA in 2008 and holds a BA in Holistic Health from Union Institute and University.
Julie specializes in trauma, injury and surgery recovery and the management of chronic pain, degenerative disorders and chronic conditions. In her practice, Julie focuses on therapeutic modalities including myofascial, cranio-sacral, neuromuscular, cross fiber, deep tissue and lymph drainage. She offers pre-natal and swedish massage, therapeutic wraps, scrubs and aromatherapy. She instructs group yoga classes and offers private yoga therapy. Julie is a Level II Reiki practitioner and has studied herbal medicine and aromatherapy on a personal and professional level. She has gained experience in clinical, chiropractic, corporate, fitness, resort and spa settings in both her massage and yoga practices, and brings the combined benefit of these experiences to her practice.
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Services: Myofascial Release,
Cranio-sacral, Neuromuscular, Deep Tissue, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Therapeutic Massage.
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Michelle
LMT, Thai Therapist
Michelle is a Licensed Massage Therapist with over 7 years of experience. A lifelong interest in health and wellness and an undergrad at Penn State studying Biobehavioral Health led her to a career in bodywork. She has worked in spas, gyms, wellness centers and chiropractic offices and credits these various settings for her unique style of therapeutic massage. These customized therapeutic sessions are tailored to the ever-changing needs of each client. One can expect focused work on problem areas, range of motion and stretching, consistent, firm pressure and a whole body approach to work on supplementary areas of tension that may be undetected. She believes that when deep states of relaxation are reached in a session, our bodies, minds and many systems of the body can have a chance to balance and be supported. Working closely with clients to help them achieve goals, decrease pain, reduce stress and feel better in their bodies is what drives Michelle as a therapist.
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Services: Deep Tissue, Therapeutic Massage, Prenatal Massage, Thai Massage, Swedish Massage, Thai Herbal Poultice Massage, Myofascial Release, Dynamic Cupping

Gabrielle
LMT, BA, CF Level 1 Trainer, Ashiatsu Therapist
Specializing in deep tissue and clinical massage, Gaby is dedicated to helping clients manage chronic pain and enhance athletic performance. With a Bachelor's degree from the University of Maryland and years of experience as a CrossFit coach, she combines a deep understanding of movement, strength, and rehabilitation with hands-on therapy.
Her journey into massage therapy began after years of battling chronic pain that conventional treatments couldn’t resolve. This personal experience fuels her passion for working with athletes and individuals suffering from persistent pain, helping them regain mobility and strength.
Having worked in chiropractic offices, Gaby integrates manual therapy with a functional approach to mobility and recovery. She tailors each session to address the root causes of pain, using deep tissue techniques and movement-based therapy to restore balance and resilience.
Her mission is simple: to help people move better, feel stronger, and live pain-free.​
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Services: Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, Therapeutic Massage, Dynamic Cupping , Prenatal, Ashiatsu Barefoot Massage

Joanne
LMT
I consider myself a lifetime student always interested in listening, observing, enquiring, contemplating, challenging, and ultimately expressing my deductions creatively through multiple paths of life, one of which being body work.
My licensing journey for Massage Therapy came to fruition 2014 in Ohio, with over 800 hours of curricular education. Having utilized multiple techniques over the years I’ve learned my abilities are best acting as a reflective conduit, feeding back information to the body and mind, guiding and enabling the body to heal itself. To address an array of ailments, I use various modalities including but not limited to:
Nerve-Targeted Techniques
Myofascial Release
Positional Release
Muscle Energy
Cupping

Jen
LE
Jen comes to us with 8 years of esthetic experience. Passionate about staying current with industry trends, she is a committed lifelong learner with a keen interest in skincare ingredients and their effects on overall health, and continuously educates herself on ingredient sourcing to better inform her clients. She offers a diverse range of treatments tailored to individual needs, addressing concerns from acne and age spots and overall rejuvenation.
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Services: Hydrafacial, Classic Facial, Teen Facial, Glycolic Peel, Lactic Lightening Peel, Waxing Services

Maria
LMT, MSN, CRNP, Personal Trainer
Maria is a highly skilled and dedicated Licensed Massage Therapist, Nurse Practitioner, and Certified Personal Trainer with over 43 years of experience in healthcare. With a passion for soft tissue injury and scar tissue repair, Maria brings a unique perspective to her work, having spent 30 of those years in the operating room. Her extensive surgical background gives her a profound understanding of human anatomy, and she literally knows the tissue inside and out.
Her expertise lies in using massage therapy to foster tissue healing, and her confidence in her techniques is rooted in personal experience. Maria applies the same methods to maintain her own wellness, ensuring she remains at her best while helping others do the same. With a holistic approach that combines her nursing, therapeutic, and fitness knowledge, Maria is deeply committed to helping her clients achieve long-term recovery and overall well-being.
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Services: Swedish, Myofascial Release, Prenatal, Deep Tissue, Therapeutic Rescue,