PRACTITIONERS

NELL RUECKL: NE and Uptown

Lomi Lomi Hawaiian Massage, Traditional Massage, Prenatal, Body Treatments and Waxing

Nell's passion for bodywork comes through in her specialty: Lomi Lomi Hawaiian Massage. Her connection to the Islands and the teaching of Huna comes through in every massage she gives. With 16 years experience, Nell draws from her studies in Chi Qiong, Prenatal Craniosacral, Myofacial Release, Ashiatsu, Bamboossage, Hot Stone and Doula work.

Unleash your inner kahuna.

JENELLE CHENG: Uptown

Shiatsu, Thai Massage, Traditional Massage, Ashiatsu

Jenelle specializes in the Asian bodywork therapies of Shiatsu and Traditional Thai Massage. With additional training in Ashiatsu oriental bar therapy, Reiki energy healing and Yoga, she is able to create a unique session using these therapies. Jenelle is committed to maintaining and promoting health and balance through Traditional Chinese Medicine, bodywork, nutrition, yoga and meditation, making her recommendations for self care very effective.

LAUREL VASILEIADIS: Uptown

Facials, Waxing, & Body Treatments

Laurel is a licensed Cosmetology-Manager and Certified Esthetician, with a background in skin care spanning 20 years. Offering “beautiful” facials with the balancing touch of timeless techniques, she takes great pride in having made the choice to focus on natural skin care throughout her entire career. Laurel’s belief is that lasting beauty and health comes from within. Her goal is providing clients with confidence by implementing effective quality products and services that deliver powerful results, supported with advice and education in nutrition, lifestyle and well being.

Well being for every being.

MIKI TAKATA: Uptown

Shiatsu, Rehabilitative Massage, Thai Yoga Massage

Miki specializes in western traditional massage for anatomically specific issues, Eastern massage of Shiatsu Acupressure for general balance and well-being and Thai Yoga Massage to stretch muscles and release tight joints. For those who would like to experience the benefits of all three, Miki is able to integrate the three modalities for a truly therapeutic and relaxing bodywork experience.

Let go.

SAVITA BETTAGLIO: Uptown

Dr. Hauschka skincare, waxing, sugaring certified

Savita Bettaglio certified and licensed Esthetician, is dedicated to restoring harmony and good health for you. With her supportive touch, customized sessions, and healing environment, she helps restore balance and energy to your mind, body and soul, invigorating and empowering your whole being. Savita’s training includes the Dr. Hauschka Classic Treatment. She has been immersed in holistic healthcare since she was a child, and now her intuitive and educational values inspire her to guide you to a better understanding of your own body. Savita also specializes in Brazilian sugaring hair removal. When Savita is not at Spot she is pursuing her other passion as a visual artist.

Bring Joy

STEPHANIE BREEDLOVE: Uptown

Certified Rolfer, Cranial Sacral, Massage Therapist

Let Stephanie unlock your inner potential and realign your body with the ten step series only a certified Rolfer can give. Stephanie has been practicing Rolfing for ten years, graduated from the Rolf institute, is certified in cranial sacral, and is a nationally licensed massage therapist. Rolfing can resolve pain and discomfort from many different causes, including those related to the lingering effects of accidents, illnesses, trauma, repetitive motion injuries and aging.

Realign, integrate, and balance.

HEIDI KALWEIT: NE and Uptown

Traditional Massage, Prenatal

Heidi is trained in deep tissue massage, myofascial release, craniosacral therapy, watsu, ashiatu and hot stone. Having a long career in dance and gymnastics gives Heidi an intuitive edge while seamlessly incoorperating effective techniques, leaving all of her clients nurtured and healed.

Breathe and balance.

LISA SMYTH: NE and Uptown

Traditional Massage, Thai Massage, Ashiatsu, Prenatal, Hot stone, Body Treatments

Lisa’s last 8 years have been dedicated solely to massage and bodywork. Recently, she traveled to Thailand to study Thai Massage with Pischest Boonthume, a renowned teacher in Thai style bodywork. Lisa is an expert practitioner in Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy, Myofacial Release, Unwinding, Hot Stone Therapy, Pre-natal massage, deep tissue, and rehabilitative treatments. As a compliment to the services Lisa provides, she is also Certified Doula (birth assistant). It is Lisa’s goal to provide a relaxed experience through listening to your health.

Unwind naturally.

SARAH EDMONDS: NE

Traditional Massage and Shiatsu

Sarah’s bodywork expertise is grounded in her study of the healing arts of Asia, specifically Shiatsu therapy. She incorporates many soothing and invigorating techniques, including acupressure/trigger point, traditional massage, and gentle stretching for specific therapeutic needs, and overall relaxation. Believing that true beauty and health lie in the unity of mind, body and spirit, she works to facilitate discovery of a deeper sense of self. Your wellbeing will come from Sarah’s heartfelt presence, skilled touch, and dedication to honoring your experience.

Free your chi.

KAREN GILLEPSIE HAEG: NE

Nationally Certified Massage and Body Therapist

Karen facilitates healing with joy, an open heart and a gifted touch. She draws from over 14 years experience providing massage therapy and extensive mind/body/spirit training to increase comfort, relaxation and wellness for her clients. Karen envisions her massage therapy as an opportunity for individuals to create their fullest potential of comfort and ease. She is also the mother of two young daughters, an integrative health specialist at a local children's hospital and ceramic artist.

Grounding grace lifting spirit.

KERRY PENNINGS: NE

Skin Care, Reiki Healing, and Waxing

Kerry is a holistic esthetitian, energyworker, visual artist and traveler. As an Usui and Karuna Reiki Master-Instructor and multi dimensional Shambalic healing facilitator, Kerry’s focused healings are customized to your uniqueness in the moment. Kerry uses massage, essences, crystals, and lymphatic drainage to blend a variety of energies to relax, balance and empower you toward optimal health.

Let the beauty of life overwhelm you.

KRISTIN SCHMID: NE

Esthetician, Waxing, Makeup Artist

Kristin has been dedicated to the art of beauty and wellbeing since 1986. Working first as a cosmetologist and then as an esthetician and makeup artist. As a licensed esthetician and instructor for the state of Minnesota, Kristin has had the pleasure to devote her skill set to budding industry professionals, seasoned artists and practitioners. Lending her makeup experise to television commercials, films and events one constant remains true, health and radiance begins from within. Tension releasing massage supported by holistic natural products sustain this beauty.

Delight in your beauty.