Emily Mereness, LMT

Hello! I’ve lived in Colorado my whole life and been in NoCo for over almost two decades. After many years working in pharmacy, I decided to shift to a different aspect of “healthcare” and study to get licensed as a massage therapist. I graduated from Healing Arts Institute in 2019 and feel very fortunate to … Continued

Natalie Boring, LMT

Hi y’all, I’m Natalie! I hail from the mountains of East Tennessee and moved to Colorado to pursue my massage education. I graduated from the Denver Aveda Institute in April 2023, and have been practicing since May 2023. Massage has been a vital part of my physical and mental self care routine for years, so … Continued

Olive Ancell, LMT

Welcome, my name is Olive. The path to study massage appeared to me after I realized that my goal in life is to help others. Receiving massage has had a profound impact on my wellness, and I want to continually provide that kind of impact for the community. I graduated from the Fort Collins Bear … Continued

Caden Funk, LMT

Hello, I’m Caden! I graduated from the Fort Collins IBMC Massage program in November 2022. I’ve been practicing since January 2023, and I’ve been fortunate to work on a wide range of clients. I deeply appreciate how much a massage can impact someone’s day-to-day life and well being. When you book with me, you can … Continued

Jenna July, LMT

Hey there, I’m Jenna! I graduated from the Denver Integrative Massage School in November 2022, where they teach a combination of Western and Eastern massage styles. I’ve been practicing since August 2023, and I love infusing my education into my massage style. I work in a lighter-medium+ pressure range, and I enjoy working with clients … Continued

Paul Bandong, LMT

Welcome, my name is Paul. I graduated from the Academy of Professional Careers: Holistic Health in 2004 in La Mesa, California, and I’ve been practicing for 20 years. In my time, I am grateful to have cultivated diverse skills and tools that help me support my client’s wellness goals from a holistic standpoint. Each time … Continued

Stella Gallegos, LMT

Hello, I’m Stella! I’m a Fort Collins native who graduated from the Healing Arts Institute in June 2018 and have been practicing since 2019. My mission as a massage therapist is to listen to each client’s story and modify every session to your specific needs. I tend to have a more sensory way of starting … Continued

Emily Ahmanson, LMT

Hi, I’m Emily! I’m originally from the central coast of California. I graduated from the Mind Body Institute in Nashville, TN in 2021 and have been practicing massage therapy since. I relocated with my family to Fort Collins in 2022 and love calling it home! I enjoy working slowly in a lighter-medium pressure range, with … Continued

Chase Graboyes-Reed, LMT

Hi, my name is Chase. I graduated from Bellevue Massage School in 2019 and have been practicing ever since! I’ve worked in a multitude of environments with a wide variety of people, and think that these experiences have helped me cultivate a well-rounded approach to massage therapy. I enjoy working slowly and letting my clients’ … Continued

Tearza Blackman, LMT

I graduated from IBMC of Fort Collins in 2018. Since graduating, I’ve worked in many massage settings and have found therapeutic work to be my passion. My ideal client is someone who not only wants to relax but wants to focus on facilitating better movement. My main focus points are on the neck, shoulders, and … Continued

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