Mary Beth is the founder of Lifestyle Massage + Bodywork. She grew up in a family with a Mediterranean influence where demonstrative touch was normative, healing and nurturing. She always had an affinity toward healthcare, healing touch, and nutrition. After graduating college with a BA in Spanish and International Studies, she pursued massage therapy after years of that nagging "what if?" Instantly she found her tribe.

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After graduating from WellSpring School of Allied Health in January 2013, she has practiced massage therapy full-time in a chiropractic office setting to pursue coming alongside of people in their wellness journeys. Her passion is to give clients the best outcome through client-centered massage therapy where she listens to the clients as well as what their bodies tell her. She loves to customize the massage experience through a blend of modalities while keeping the client in the parasympathetic response. She is certified in perinatal massage as well as trained as a massage doula (labor support). She has pursued continuing education certifications in myofascial release, advanced Asian cupping, sports massage, and trigger point therapy. Mary Beth enjoys incorporating a variety of modalities like deep tissue, Asian cupping, myofascial work and neuromuscular therapy for her client's best response.

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Mary Beth and her husband Terry are both small business owners so they have a passion to support local companies especially in Kansas City. Her husband Terry has his own solo practice law firm focusing on nonprofits and small business. They have 2 darling children Lawson (8) and Georgia (6) that keep them busy as well as laughing.

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Available for appointments at Brookside + Lenexa location.

Nicole graduated from the Stone School of Massage in 2014 and still, 8 years later, she experiences how rewarding a career in the massage field is. The joy she takes in walking beside someone in their healing journey or even an hour of solitude and rest from the business of life has only deepened over the years of experience as a licensed massage therapist.

Nicole has a unique lulling tempo and flow that brings continuity to her clients’ whole bodies, and she uses her training in trigger point therapy, sports massage, stretching, prenatal and postpartum, and cupping modalities to blend her session into just what her client needs. Her very favorite aspect of massage is seeing client after client leaving the session rested and refreshed with hope invigorated with the body's healing power.

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Available for appointments at the Brookside location.

Celia Rodriguez graduated with honors from the Wellspring School of Allied Health in 2017.   As a practitioner she does her best to assist and invite clients to actively participate in their own health. She uses a blend of techniques to create a custom massage to help regain balance back into her clients' lives.
 

Celia's positive energy and desire to serve is contagious. She is passionate about bodywork and believes that everyone has the right to a damn good massage. 

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Her why: "I feel like it's my calling and my craft. My way of helping the world one shoulder at a time."

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Available for appointments at the Brookside location.

Emily Shelton comes to us with years of experience in a chiropractic office treating acute and chronic pain with modalities like cupping, stretching, and deep tissue work. Her passion for helping people live their best, most comfortable life is fulfilled through therapeutic bodywork.

"A little bit about me- I have an amazing daughter, who means the world to me, I am glad that she gets to see her mom do something I am so passionate about. We have two sweet little girl dogs that we just adore so much! I love spending my time, reading, researching, doing yoga and going on walks with my 3 girls. I can be a bit shy at first, but once I get to know you, I’ll open up, I love making new friends!"

Available for appointments at the Lenexa location.

I attended the Northwest Academy for the Healing Arts in Seattle, Washington. I worked a holistic Wellness Center for two and a half years where I worked with insurance companies for Personal Injury Protection (PIP) claims as well as other health care providers to treat clientele for a multitude of health reasons; Car Accidents, Scoliosis, Sciatica, and even pre-natal to name a few. 

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I have gained a wider perspective of Massage Therapy over the years by exploring several fields of the industry: Day Spas, Clinical environments, and Athletic Training environments as well.  

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I have done a lot in my life, but this career chose me. It has been an awesome journey, and this is what I am supposed to be doing.

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I specialize in Stress Relief and Relaxation, but because I am a former athlete, I have a passion for treating people for injuries (like the ones I had). 

I honestly believe that the body is a projection of the mind and when you have a tired mind, you have a tired body – and vice versa. My natural abilities enable me to fully convey the principles of practical massage techniques with a personal touch. Every person is a unique individual – and I want you feeling fresh and amazing! 

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Available for appointments at the Brookside + Lenexa location.

Naomi graduated from Wellspring School of Allied Health in 2017 with an even deeper passion to help people than when she first began. She awakened into her calling to massage therapy after a life journey that led her into a passion to help people get "unstuck" in their tissues, body, and emotions. She is passionate about teaching her clients to become aware of their bodies and to be present in their emotions with whatever modality needed. 

With 200 hours of trauma-informed yoga teacher training, corrective exercise training through NASM CES, 25 hours of Yomassage training and certification, and a foundation of massage therapy training including spa treatments and aromatherapy, Naomi supports her masterful bodywork with wellness practices like mindful breathwork, emotional release, stretching, and exercise strengthening.

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Naomi is thrilled to join the Lifestyle Massage + Bodywork team and offer her specialties in sports massage, Asian cupping, deep tissue massage, relaxation and other blends of bodywork. She is also excited to add Yomassage into her offerings "because it is beneficial for everyone!" It is a massage modality that combines mindfulness and breathing with supportive, restorative stretches and therapeutic touch to bring the client into a deep relaxation.

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Available for appointments at the Lenexa location.

Lana joins the Lifestyle Team as our CranialSacral Therapist with over 30 years of experience after having worn many hats in her adventurous life. In the 80’s she personally received CranioSacral therapy (CST) for migraines, panic attacks, and a host of other conditions Lana suffered from as a result of a severe fall at age 5. After receiving CST, she became migraine free (and has been for 30 years) which captivated her and motivated her to pursue this healing modality herself. 

Lana studied with the Upledger Institute in West Palm Beach, Florida, serving as a teaching assistant for various classes. Her focus is to bring relief from the suffering related to injuries, traumas, and life issues as well as to enrich the lives she touches.

Lana worked as an Assistant Hospital Chaplain in a Chicago hospital before moving to the Seattle area. There in Seattle, she worked at her private practice as well as clinical settings for 30+ years treating a variety of conditions and seeing many lives completely changed through the healing and powerful work of CranioSacral therapy.

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Available for appointments at the Lenexa location.

Bethany graduated from Massage Therapy Training Institute in 2010 and has been passionate about the body's ability to heal itself, and how massage contributes to these outcomes. Through years of lived experience and Bachelors in Psychology from the University of Kansas, Bethany values the brain-body connection and the power of diet, movement, and thoughts on muscles and tissue. Everything is connected, so let's treat it that way. Bethany has years of experience working with a wide range of goals including pediatrics, seniors, prenatal, and post-workout. From her past experience serving in the United States Air Force, Bethany's passion to do everything with purpose motivates her to find lasting solutions that improve the quality of life for each person who walks in the door. It is her pleasure to be a part of your healthcare team.

Available for appointments at the Lenexa location.

Nick's true desire is to bring healing and restoration to each individual that he comes in contact with. Nick is confident in his abilities as a licensed massage therapist to assist his clients through the recovery process if an injury is present as well as bring them into a state of complete relaxation for those who need to clear some headspace. 

In addition to being trained in therapeutic, Swedish and prenatal massage, Nick has completed some continued education in reflexology and lymphatic drainage. Come see Nick and allow him to assist you in becoming the best version of yourself.

Available for appointments at the Brookside location.

Robert Windler came from a strong medical background where his grandmothers and mother nurtured his love for anatomy and physiology. This clinical curiosity was one of the many factors that led him to pursue and graduate from massage therapy in 2010, as well as Physical Therapy in 2017. Robert graduated from Kansas City Kansas Community College in 2017 with an Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy. During his four years of practice in physical therapy, he used his massage training skills to assist his patients in recovery, rehabilitation, and pain management.

Combining his PTA and MT knowledge has led to excellent clinical results for clients who have a variety of needs. While his passion lies in deep tissue work, he also is proficient in and enjoys Swedish massage, stretch therapy, sports massage, and reflexology. Since he's been practicing for 13 years, he always looks for more skills to add to his massage toolbelt for his clients' best desired outcomes. 

Robert has an uncanny ability to work deeply while keeping the client in a relaxed state of mind. Additionally, his assessment skills give his clients the type of feedback needed to adjust improper habits that add to muscle imbalances or muscle dysfunction so they can ultimately address the core issues of what brings them in.

Robert is supported by his loving wife, Joanna, and his two children Aviana (4) and Sylas (2ish).

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Available for appointments at the Lenexa location.