Top Massage Therapists in Alaska
Despite having a long to-do list and errands, you should definitely unwind after all of it has been crossed out. Or you can even take a break halfway through your list to give you that boost of energy to complete what’s left. Taking a break doesn’t waste your time, it naturally recharges you by maximizing your body’s capabilities as if it were only about to start working. What better way to do that than have a massage?
Massage therapists can relieve your pain, reduce stress, unwind bound-up muscles and make you feel generally better. In addition, they can also help rehabilitate injuries, improve circulation, and increase relaxation. Now who doesn’t want that?
There are a lot of kinds of massage therapy techniques today. Some therapists specialize in deep-tissue, acupressure, reflexology, orthopedic, and sports massage. You’ll surely find one type of massage that you’re most comfortable with.
We’re way ahead of you. Yup, we’ve done our research to minimize the trouble of you having to looking for a massage therapist in your area. We now give you our Top 10 Massage Therapists in Alaska!
Aimee Olejasz
Juneau, AK
Aimee has been the Massage Therapist of Aurora Chiropractic Center since 1998. She specializes in, Deep Tissue, Swedish, Sports and Chair. Aimee works with clients recovering from cancer. She is able to perform assessments and injury treatment. Aimee trained at the Brian Utting School of Massage (now named Cortiva Institute) with 750 hours of training (1 year) and graduated 1993.
Laurie Walton
Fairbanks, AK
Laurie is Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCTMB) and has been practicing Massage Therapy in Fairbanks since 1997. Her training includes classes in Muscle Release Therapy, CranioSacral Therapy, and Healing Touch. She is also a certified Infant Massage Instructor through IAIM and has completed training for Alchemical Hypnotherapy from Heartwood Institute. Laurie is excited to incorporate her recent training in Acutonics to her practice. Laurie is available for appointments Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday.
Jill Motz, LMT, CDT, MLDT
Wasilla, AK
Graduating from the National Massage Therapy Institute in Anchorage, Alaska in 2003, Jill has pursued a lifelong passion for education in her professional life. Jill holds several certifications in advanced massage and manual therapy. She is a fully certified combined decongestive therapist (CDT), treating both primary and secondary lymphedema, cancer, post-mastectomy, and post-operative related edemas with gentle care and skill. With nearly 7 years of experience in a clinical physical therapy setting, Jill is familiar with treating both chronic and acute, complex orthopedic conditions. She offers clients a combination of excellent experience and education while working well with other medical professionals to resolve soft tissue restrictions and injuries, improve mobility, increase activity levels, and restore quality of life.
James BCTMB, LMT, CMT
Fairbanks, AK
James, went to American Career College for Massage Therapy in 1998 and graduated first in his class with a 4.0 GPA. He decided to take the NCBTMB massage boards in 2008 so he returned to school and attended Northwest Academy of Healing Arts to prepare for the test and passed with flying colors. James has been Board Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork by the NCBTMB since 2009.
Jennifer Andrulli, LMT
Anchorage, AK
Jennifer is trained in Swedish Massage, the Berry Technique and multiple other complementary, alternative and traditional medicine modalities. She founded the Therapeutic Massage and Wellness Center in Fairbanks, Alaska. She work to address specific pain complaints and apply the Trigger Point Method as developed by the pioneers of Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction treatment, Dr. Janet Travell and Dr. David Simons.
Sherie Crosby, LMT
Eagle River, AK
Annie
Wasilla, AK
Annie has been with Back and Neck Center since April 2009 as a Massage Therapist and Chiropractic Assistant. She graduated from the Milan Institute of Cosmetology and Massage at Boise, Idaho in 2007.
Erin Rae Tilly RMT, LMT
Fairbanks, AK
In 2008, Erin attended the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in Vancouver, British Columbia and graduated in 2011 with her 3000 hour certification and became a Registered Massage Therapist in Canada. Erin is a Licensed Massage Therapist in the state of Alaska and nationally certified through the AMTA. Since graduation, she has continued her education, studying Ligamentous Articular Strain Techniques, Manual Lymphatic Drainage therapy, and becoming a Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner. Erin’s primary focus is on Connective Tissue Release and Corrective Exercise, efficiently integrating a whole system neurological approach to rehabilitating posture, performance, organ/nervous system function, muscle balance, motor control, and movement patters to restore and enhance pain-free movement. She practice a wide variety of massage styles, including Myofascial Release, Swedish, Cranio-Sacral, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Pre-natal and pregnancy rehab, Sports Massage, Surgery Prehab/rehab, and massage for neurological conditions.
Candice
Wasilla, AK
Lyn
Fairbanks, AK
Lyn pursued her education in Massage Therapy by attending Nevada School of Massage Therapy in Las Vegas. She is trained in many modalities and techniques, totaling in a 815 hour training. Since graduating, Lyn has taken continuing education courses in Sports Massage, Migraine Therapy, and Fascial Release. Her main focus area is in Sports and Injury Massage. Lyn has been working as a therapist in Fairbanks, and in June 2014, had the opportunity to join the team at Ridgeview Chiropractic.
