Our Team

Candace

After six years in San Francisco's 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. 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.

Jimmie

Jimmie is a student of functional holistic wellness and healing. Her journey in the healing arts began when she experienced chronic illness early in life. She has studied Western and Thai massage in the US and Thailand, and finds positive outcomes from integrating mindfulness and therapeutic stretching into massage treatments. Jimmie believes that we all deserve to be empowered with self care knowledge to enjoy life with greater ease.

Janella

Jannella began her massage career in Washington DC after graduating from the Potomac Massage Training Institute in 2001. In the years since then she has continued to broaden her skill set by studying a variety of healing modalities including Zero Balancing with Dr Fritz Smith of the Esalen Institute, common injury care with Dr Ben Benjamin, Lotus Palm Thai Yoga massage with Kam Tye Chow and Traditional Thai massage through the Thai Institute.

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She is also a yoga instructor trained in a restorative style of yoga called Sahaj Tantra, Her yoga training enhances her practice.

JR

JR graduated from San Francisco School of Massage in 2019. Specialized in deep tissue techniques, JR has spent his massage career focused on helping clients reduce stress, improve posture, alleviate pain, and find better movement. Off hours, JR spends his time indoor rock climbing, having fun conversations, and playing with his chiweenie Barney.

Mason

Bringing the spirit of aloha from the shores of Maui to the bustling Bay Area, Mason is a seasoned massage therapist with a passion for healing and wellness. He began his career in massage therapy under the tutelage of Hawaiian masters in Maui, where he immersed himself in the ancient practice of lomilomi alongside mastering the nuances of deep tissue, sports, trigger point and prenatal massage. Firmly believing that healing touch is essential to overall well-being, Mason approaches his craft with reverence and dedication, infusing each session with the warmth of the aloha spirit. 

Kelly

Kelly tailors each spa experience to the unique needs of the client. She takes a holistic approach to client concerns and applies her knowledge of gua sha, massage, and aromatherapy to promote maximum relaxation during appointments. Her dermaplaning option helps clients achieve smoother skin and increase the absorption of their skincare treatments. Kelly’s experience in the beauty industry has taught her to advice clients about new, notable ingredients and sustainable products that are worth the hype. She is a graduate of the San Francisco Institute of Cosmetology and Esthetics. Kelly is a yoga devotee and a loving resident of the Lower Haight neighborhood.

Michelle

Michelle's love for skincare and makeup inspired her journey of becoming an esthetician, and she graduated from Cinta Aveda in 2017. She believes in skincare based on wellness, and is passionate about helping you build a customized regimen. Michelle's goal is to create a bespoke treatment that'll help you achieve healthy happy skin while helping to melt away tension, and promoting deep relaxation along the way. She loves taking her dog to the beach, cooking, and letting loose at karaoke. 

Vanessa

Vanessa is an ethical and results driven Esthetician specializing in facials. She loves customizing and tailoring ingredients to each individual's needs. Her favorite thing about being an Esthetician is helping others look and feel their best. Vanessa studied Esthetics at Citrus College in Southern California & is a strong believer in the power of touch as a healing modality. In her free time, she enjoys photography and hiking with her dog, Knives.