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- Pauline Diaz
- Renee French
- Renae Grass
- Rachel Hamilton
- Jolynn Lewis
- Tonya Lumphrey
- Christy Sandberg
- Joana Valenca


Pauline Diaz - LMT
Pauline began her massage therapy training in Grand Prairie, Texas, over 25 years ago and has worked as a full time therapist since graduating. She moved to Nashville over one year ago and completed the course at the Mind Body Institute for her TN license. She enjoys working as an integrative therapist combining swedish, deep tissue, myofascial/connective therapy, reflexology, neuromuscular therapy, chakra balancing, as well as Upledger's cranial sacral therapy into a massage that facilitates health and balance for the body and mind. Pauline's goal is to have her clients feel release and relaxed at the end of each session. She is also available for prenatal and hot stone sessions.

Mission Statement:
I am a committed and loyal massage therapist whose intention is to bring transformational light, healing energy, and balance to each client. My focus is to alleviate stress, pain, and discomfort in a therapeutic and relaxed way.
Specialties:
Chakra Balancing
Connective Tissue
Deep Tissue
Hot Stone
Neuromuscular
Pre-Natal
Reflexology
Upledger Cranial Sacral
Wellness


Renee French - LMT
Ayurvedic Consultant

A native of Knoxville, Renee graduated from Alpha Health Institute for massage therapy and began her yoga training in 1997. With 10 years of massage experience and 3 years teaching yoga, Renee went back to school in 2005 to further her holistic studies at the Kripalu School of Ayurveda. She graduated as an Ayurvedic health consultant in June 2006 with over 750 hours of training and has continued her training by interning in Colorado with her teacher and mentor, Dr. John Douillard. She incorporates her many years of experience and training into an integrative approach to Ayurvedic health consultations.

Mission Statement:
My mission is to inspire and empower my clients to gain self awareness, to experience their authentic selves, to achieve balance, and to reach their full potential through pathways of healthy diet and lifestyle while learning patience and compassion for themselves.
Specialties:
Ayurvedic Health Consultant


Renae Grass - LMT
Originally from Indiana, Renae graduated from Rising Spirit Institute in Atlanta, GA in 2002 and has been practicing massage ever since. For the last 2 years, she has worked along side a physical therapist in Texas and brings a unique view point to her sessions. Renae combines her knowledge of Swedish, Deep tissue, NMT, Trigger point therapy, and reflexology into a deeply therapeutic and relaxing massage. She is also available for Hot Stone Massage sessions.

Mission Statement:
As a massage therapist it's my intention to help my clients feel rejuvenated with a sense of well being and balance using the appropriate therapeutic pressure. I encourage open communication for the comfort and safety of my clients and focus on everyone leaving feeling better than when they came in.
Specialties:
Deep Tissue
Hot Stone
Neuromuscular
Massage for Cancer Patients
Reflexology
Wellness


Rachel Hamilton - LMT
Rachel began her study of massage therapy in 2005 at High Tech Institute in Nashville. She incorporates Swedish, deep tissue, trigger point therapy, and some reflexology into an incredibly deep and powerful massage. Her intuitive touch is both relaxing and therapeutic, ensuring a deep release in the musculature of the body.

Mission Statement:
My intention is to rejuvenate and restore my clients’ bodies and minds through a positive and therapeutic touch.
Specialties:
Deep Tissue
Reflexology
Trigger Point
Wellness


Jolynn Lewis - LMT
A graduate of the Arizona School of Massage Therapy, Jolynn creates an introspective space where her clients can become more aware of their body and it’s vital connection to mind and spirit. She integrates her training of injury, structural bodywork, and trigger point therapy into a uniquely satisfying deep tissue session. She uses a powerful yet soothing touch to facilitate healing by easing the aches and pains of muscular tension and injuries.

Mission Statement:
As a massage therapist, I am compassionately dedicated to connecting with my clients. My goal is to create a safe and healing space so that my clients are able to reconnect with their bodies and trust in their innate ability to heal.
Specialties:
CranialSacral Therapy
Deep Tissue
Injury
Myofascial Release Therapy
Neuromuscular
Pre-Natal
Thai Yoga
Trigger Point
Wellness


Tonya Lumphrey - LMT
Tonya graduated in 2004 from the Cumberland Institute for Wellness in Nashville. She combines swedish, accupressure, trigger point therapy, and reiki into a massage that is a treat for the body, mind, and soul. Her massage is soothing and deeply relaxing. Tonya also enjoys working on atheletes from runners to cyclists.

Mission Statement:
I am passionate about living a balanced and healthy lifestyle. As a massage therapist, I am dedicated to creating a peaceful, healing, and quality session. I bring presence, intent, awareness and love to my practice.
Specialties:
Acupressue
Deep Tissue
Reiki
Sports
Trigger Point
Wellness


Christy Sandberg
Originally from Paris, TN, Christy Sandberg, LMT graduated from the Cumberland Institute of Holistic Therapies here in Nashville in 1998. Her compassion and experience allows her to create an integrated session for each of her clients that incorporates wellness/swedish massage, reiki, myofascial release, and accupressure. Her massage is therapeutic, nurturing, and deeply relaxing. Christy also offers prenatal and hot stone sessions.
Specialties:
Acupressue
Deep Tissue
Hot Stone
Lymph Massage
Myofascial Release Therapy
Pre-Natal
Reiki
Wellness


Joana Valenca
Originally from Brazil, Joana graduated from the Institute of Therapeutic Massage and Movement in 2000. Since graduation, She has practiced massage therapy in a variety of environments including 2 1/2 years at Saint Thomas Hospital where she focused in clinical work. With much experience in the field of healing arts, Joana combines her knowledge of soft tissue and body mechanics into a mature and highly therapeutic session. She follows an integrative approach to healing using deep tissue, neuromuscular therapy, myofascial release, and trigger point to better suit the different needs of her clients.

Mission Statement:
My goal is to offer my clients a compassionate and therapeutic massage where they can feel safe, relaxed, and open to healing.
Specialties:
Deep Tissue
Myofascial Release Therapy
Neuromuscular
Pre-Natal
Sports
Trigger Point
Wellness


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