About Us   Our Therapists   Our Philosophy   Customer Reviews   Other Resources   Our Blog   Our Therapists     Alex, CMT As a young man, Alex realized that it was his mission in life to be a healer. He took his initial massage training in 1992, when he was only 23. A key thing he’s learned is that healing is a simple combination of intention and attention, a realization that freed him to develop a massage that both feels great and heals physically and energetically. His work tends to be deep, and is great for active people and athletes. Alex offers Deep Tissue, Sports, Esalen, Swedish, Trigger Point, Polarity Therapy. He also incorporates energy work, Shiatsu, Acu-pressure, and fascia release. Andi, CMT When Andi began teaching yoga 12 years ago, she quickly realized that she needed a better understanding of the human body and it’s functions in order to help her students with certain aches and pains they were complaining about. This led Andi to massage school in 2000, and she has been massaging ever since. Her passion for yoga and good body mechanics is incorporated into her massages. Andi has developed her own unique style over the years, specializing in slow, deep, therapeutic massage, sports massage, and pre-natal. Candace, CMT, CEO After six years in the tech industry, Candace turned away from the cold world of computers and pursued a more people-oriented career. In 2000 she completed a basic Shiatsu course at the San Francisco School of Massage, which piqued her interest in bodywork. She continued to study a range of healing modalities, including Cranial Sacral therapy, Watsu, prenatal massage, and, most influentially, structural bodywork under her mentor Corey Katz. Since 1999, massage has been her passion and driving force. She recognizes the critical importance of human touch and therapeutic bodywork, and strives to keep this valuable health service accessible to all income levels and walks of life. Appointments with Candace are available at a separate price scale, on Monday and Thursday mornings. Catherine, CMT After 10 years of working in child and family services, Catherine moved from the east coast to California to study massage. She transformed her passion for helping others to a passion for bodywork. She is proficient in the modalities of deep tissue, sports, acupressure, hot stone, pre-natal and relaxation massage. Her style is a therapeutic massage based on the various modalities that she has studied and her understanding of body assessment mixed together to meet clients individual needs. Her motivation is for each client to walk away from the massage feeling relaxed, balanced and rejuvenated. Christine, CMT As a yoga and meditation teacher, Christine headed to Thailand to begin her massage studies at Chiang Mai's Old Medicine Hospital. Eager to integrate eastern philosophy with modern medicine, she continued her education in the “western approaches” under some amazing teachers at the San Francisco School of Massage. Christine's bodywork draws from modalities including Deep Tissue, Swedish, Sports Massage, Pre/Peri Natal, Thai, Reiki and Yoga to connect with each client by listening to their body's individual needs and working with them to create space for deep relaxation and positive change. Courtney, CMT Courtney first studied Sport and Health Massage in New Zealand, honing her skills on some very large rugby and soccer players! She is additionally versed in Prenatal, Lymphatic Drainage, Tui Na, and Acupressure. Courtney is particularly fond of deep tissue massage for its therapeutic benefits and structural focus, and aims to balance precise pressure with flow. Courtney is currently pursuing a Masters in Traditional Chinese Medicine, and fills in occasionally. Diana, CMT In true California fashion, Diana was introduced to massage and Chinese medicine as a child by her mother. While studying art and music she found a natural knack for massage and found herself reading textbooks on acupuncture and herbs in her spare time, so she pursued these things as well. She has always been interested in natural medicines of the world and has found massage to be at the core of many traditions. This has reinforced its importance in her life and she is proud to be a part of a practice so basic and so profound. Elizabeth, Esthetician Elizabeth began to learn about the importance of skincare from her Greek grandmother at a young age, and has never taken it for granted. She became an esthetician to carry on the knowledge she has gained throughout her life and to help people feel great about their skin. Constantly reading about new techniques and products, Elizabeth ensures that her clients are receiving the best treatments out there. Her passion is working with problematic skin including acne, rosacea, and hyperpigmentation. She is also skilled in body scrubs, body wraps, hard and soft waxing, and makeup application. Elizabeth believes the answer to healthy skin is regular maintenance and a happy, healthy lifestyle. Jonli, CMT Trained in a wide variety of bodywork systems that range from Deep Tissue, Neuromuscular, Sports and Orthopedic to Shiatsu, Tuina and Energy Medicine, Jonli is fascinated by the intricacies of the bodymind. His approach seamlessly integrates the structural and the subtle using the fascia as a vehicle to create a more harmonious experience of being. He is currently pursuing a Masters in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Lisa, CMT Lisa brings the mindfulness of her studies and practices of yoga, meditation, and massage to her work as a massage therapist. Lisa is client-oriented in her approach to massage. Her massage sessions are based on the various modalities that she has studied and her understanding of body assessment through her years of teaching yoga. Lisa's massage techniques include Thai Massage, Shiatsu, Traditional Anma massage, Lotus Hands, Swedish, Acupressure, Reflexology, and Polarity. Lucretia, CMT Lucretia provides a unique style of Therapeutic Body Work with emphasis on working with her clients to develop a daily life style change that promotes a since of healing and wellness to the body. She received her formal education and training from De Anza College, Body Therapy Center and McKinnon Institute. Certified in the following bodywork modalities; Deep Tissue, Myofacial Release, Prenatal, Shiatsu, Sports and Trigger Point. Paula, CMT Paula has been practicing massage therapy since 1994. Her work is a combination of several different modalities, including Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Sports, and Shiatsu massage. Offering a massage that is both therapeutic and extremely relaxing, Paula’s bodywork is as unique as it is effective. She is highly intuitive and listens well to her clients’ concerns, which results in her attuning to their individual needs with care. Paula creates a safe therapeutic environment that allows her clientele to move forward in attaining their physical and personal goals. In addition to being a massage therapist, Paula is also a licensed psychotherapist. She is deeply interested in the mind-body connection and always pays attention to the communication between the two. Sarah, CMT After pursuing education in Western medicine Sarah decided to switch directions & head into holistic healing. She worked a desk job for many years at UCSF and felt the direct effects of sitting for long hours. At In-Symmetry she gives simple pointers on how to have more body awareness at desks and offers tools to relieve daily tension and stress. She also volunteers at the Ronald McDonald House once a week massaging the parents of chronically sick children. Sarah feels connected to every person that she touches, and tries to listen and learn from every client that enters her room. Stacey Marie, CMT After living overseas for over 9 years pursuing a career in the Architecture field Stacey realized that her career was not fulfilling her soul. After moving back to the States in 2005 she started to explore other areas of study. She completed a Swedish, Sports and Deep Tissue training at McKinnon Body Therapy Center in 2009 and soon after undertook Pregnancy Certification with Carol Osborne, Trigger Point Therapy & Cranio Sacral with Dr. Eric Rubin (San Francisco School of Massage) and Deep Tissue Certification with Art Riggs (SFSM). She loves her new career and has never looked back. Stephene, Esthetician Having sensitive skin herself, Stephene has always been intrigued by the biology of skin and the science of skin care products. After researching ingredients and skin treatments for many years, she decided to leave the corporate world and begin a fascinating career in esthetics. Stephene loves to pamper her clients by providing a soothing, refreshing and educational experience, resulting in happy, healthy skin. She believes that if we treat ourselves kindly, our faces will show it! Vaughn, CMT Vaughn has previously been both a bus driver and an attorney, but his passions have always revolved around exploring the connection between strength and ease in the body and well-being on all levels. To align his career with his passions, he chose to devote himself to massage and bodywork and enrolled in the SF School of Massage. In his sessions, he draws upon techniques from several modalities, combining active strokes with stretching, joint mobilization, holds, and body positioning. Vaughn also has many years of personal experience with various athletic activities including climbing, cycling, kettlebell training and swimming.