Medical Massage and Wellness
1096 N. Shenandoah Ave
Front Royal, Virginia
(On The Corner of 11th and N. Shenandoah Ave.)
540-431-1515
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My goal is to thrive, like so many others, in the short flicker of a life I have. If I'm lucky and work hard, I might leave a little light for others to enjoy in my stead. Truly, that is all that is asked of us in this world.
Meet The Therapists
Julie Davis
Massage Therapist
As a child I had often rubbed my father’s feet or my mother’s neck to ease their discomfort after they had a long day of work. I went to massage school in 2007/2008 to learn how to better help relieve suffering from pain related issues. While I can give you a nice relaxing massage if rest and pampering are what you are after, my focus has always been on pain relief and helping the body keep going as age and health issues start to wear us down. I have focused my training on Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, and Trigger Point Therapy. My massage technique is usually a combination of these techniques based on the concerns you have that brought you in for a massage in the first place. My massages are always different based on the person I am working with, and I will work with you through your goals and feedback to provide a massage tailored to you. I also have experience with Hot Stone, Reflexology, and Prenatal Massage and am looking forward to working with Old Thyme Medicine to expand on other areas of spa treatments and new avenues of training in other massage techniques.
When I am not at work I am busy at home. My husband and I recently moved our small homestead to the woods of Front Royal. We have ducks, quail, cats, dogs, and dairy goats. I enjoy gardening, canning food, making goat cheese and soap, baking, and when time allows- taking hikes in the woods, crocheting, and reading. I grew up in the mountains of upstate New York and am so happy to be back in the woods but with a slightly warmer climate.
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Available Sunday: 10 - 2, Wednesday 1:30 - 5, Friday 9 - 1
Mary Katherine Hawk
Massage Therapist, Owner
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Having graduated from Advanced Fuller School of Massage Therapy in Virginia Beach, Virginia in 2017, my goal has been to focus my efforts on learning techniques that best assist clients in addressing deeply rooted tissue disfunction and pain. I continued my education in 2019 by entering an intensive certification program for medical massage therapy under David Morin, MMT in El Paso, Texas. The 100 hour program teaches health care professionals how to practice soft tissue injury rehabilitation. I come equipped with knowing on how to assess various soft tissue conditions as well as having a working knowledge on facilitated stretches and pain management techniques. I have also completed a 40 hour intensive certification on manual lymphatic drainage - Vodder technique through ACOLS as well. I have a passion for constantly reading about old and new healing techniques and I am a major advocate for living in harmony with the natural world as being the primary source of our wellness.
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In my free time, I deeply enjoy researching the history of science and hunting down rare and antique books from the 17th, 18th, and 19th century. You can usually find me with my husky, Haley, and my kitty, Stella frequenting the Linden mountains by gardening and hiking. Nothing beats a good fire pit and view of the Shenandoah mountains.
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Availability: Monday 9 - 2, Tuesday 3:30-9, Wednesday 9 -3, Thursday 9 - 5, Saturday 9 - 2, Sunday 9 - 5.
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Melissa Johnson
Massage Therapist
Melissa's career in massage began when she graduated from The Piedmont School for Professional Massage in Woodbridge in 2002. Since then, she had devoted her time to clients in providing mobile massage, working along side chiropractors and an array of other health professionals. She is skilled in deep tissue and trigger point therapy. She is also certified in applying ETPS (Electrotherapeutic Point Stimulation), also known as MPS (Microcurrent Point Stimulation). Before entering her career in massage, she was a ICU/ER Nurse for a veterinary clinic in Springfield, Virginia as well as a veterinary assistant in Fredericksburg and Woodbridge.
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Available: Friday and Saturday 9 - 2
Denise Heinz
Massage Therapist
I graduated from Northern Virginia community college in 2016. I was primarily trained in swedish, deep tissue, and orthopedic massage, with some knowledge of sport myofascial and trigger point therapy. I aim to address the core issue of pain and discomfort by first understanding the entire body so I encourage a full body session the first time I work with you. I aim to incorporate various techniques into each session as I believe each person should be addressed individually and no two bodies are the same. ​
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Available: Tuesday and Thursday 9:30-3 pm
Jo Baker
Massage Therapist
I graduated from Northern VA School of Therapeutic Massage in 2022.
I specialize in Swedish, relaxation, deep tissue, and medical massage. I’m also able to do cupping, trigger point work, myofascial release and stretching. I plan to continue my education learning new modalities such as manual lymphatic drainage and craniosacral therapy in the future. I have experience working in medical offices, so I have experience assisting clients with specific injuries. Before becoming a massage therapist, I worked at a desk for 12 years, so I am familiar with the pains and injuries associated with common aches and pains that many of my clients live with. I worked as an accountant for those 12 years and in 2020 I realized that was not the career or lifestyle I was meant for. I wanted to contribute to society and help my community in a different way. I was shown how massage therapy helps people both physically and mentally and I changed my career. I enjoy being able to provide healing, comfort and calmness. I am big on energy and I’m sure to check mine before working with a client.
Available: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 3 - 9pm and Saturdays 2-9pm
Vaeda Martin
Skin Therapist​
Born and raised in the DC, MD metropolitan area, I come from a long line of women who’ve found their calling in being of service to others. From childcare to cosmetology, and herbal medicine. I’ve had amazing examples of the immeasurable joy and values that can be found in working in a service-driven field. My affinity for skin therapy and wellness began at a very young age. Growing up, my great- grandparents owned a herbal medicines shop in Mount Rainier, Maryland and my grandmother would always send my mom home with tons of herbal cleansers and medicines for my siblings and I. I obtained my certification in Basic Esthetics from the Esthetic Institute in Vienna, Virginia in 2022. Since graduating I’ve been intentional on investing in continuing education courses that align with my desire for professional growth and development. Which includes receiving my certification in dermaplaning protocol from the prestigious Dermaplane Pro brand, as well as completing courses on treating hyperpigmentation and discoloration taught by Skincare Expert and Celebrity Esthetician JoElle Lee. When I’m not in the treatment room you can find me making memories with my spouse and 3 beautiful kiddos. Enjoying a new book or novel, journaling or indulging in some kind of arts and craft hobby like dry pastels or diamond painting.
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Available: Monday 2:30 - 6pm, Friday and Saturday 2:30 - 7pm