Top Massage Therapists in Connecticut
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 Connecticut!
Ricki Ainbinder LMT
Stamford, CT
Ricki is a Licensed and Certified Massage Therapist. She is certified in Medical Massage, Prenatal Massage, Postpartum Massage and Fertility Massage. Ricki is also a Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CEIM) (CIMI) and a Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor. In addition, Ricki’s other professional studies include, Spinning Babies workshop, Craniosacral I, Laban Bartenieff Movement Analysis, Yoga, Anatomy and Physiology, and Dance. Ricki is a member in good standing with the following professional organizations, National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork, Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals, International Association of Infant Massage and Infant Massage USA.
Paula Jelly
Monroe, CT
Paula is Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork by the (NCBTMB) National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork and a member of the (AMTA) American Massage Therapy Association. Paula trained to become a Licensed Massage Therapist at The Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy in Westport, CT. Continuing Education in Orthopedic Massage, Lomi Lomi Hawaiian Massage, Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy Massage, Thai Yoga/Ashi Thai, Myofascial Massage, Deep Tissue & Neuromuscular Therapy, Chair Massage, and Pregnancy Massage.
M. Tess Abalos, LMT
Stamford, CT
Sheila LaSella, LMT
Fairfield, CT
Sheila went to study Massage Therapy and Polarity Therapy at Spa Tech Institute in Ipswich, Mass. She is a Connecticut State Licensed Massage Therapist and a Certified Polarity Therapist. She is nationally certified by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork and a member of the Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals. She also participates in the Reiki Volunteer Program at Yale New Haven Hospital.
Lorraine
Southbury, CT
Lorraine is a graduate of the Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy and earned her CT State License and National Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork in 2005. She also studied Eastern Acupressure known as “Jin Shin Do” and CranioSacral Therapy to enhance her work.
Elizabeth LaBarca, LMT
Stratford, CT
Elizabeth enrolled into the Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy in Westport, CT in 2005. She has furthered her education with many different courses since graduating in 2007, such as Shiatsu, Usui Reiki and Thai modalities. These techniques add a well-rounded addition to her already impressive modes of bodywork, which include Western Swedish massage, Deep Tissue Therapy, Trigger Point Therapy, Acupressure, Sports Massage/Stretching and Energy Work. Elizabeth has worked alongside chiropractors for many years, learning a great deal from working with different injuries and disorders. She has done a great deal of work with rehabilitation, and her specialized sports stretching program has increased many athletes’ abilities as well as assisted people with chronic lower back issues.
Janice Schwartz, L.M.T
Fairfield, CT
Janice has been practicing massage therapy for 22 years. She offers, Neuromuscular Therapy, Lymphatic Drainage, Scar Tissue Release, Trigger Point, Deep Tissue, Swedish and Pre/Natal.
Denise Sgro Posey
Milford , CT
Denise is a graduate of the Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy. Denise is licensed by the State of Connecticut, Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, and is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association. She has completed advanced coursework in Hot Stone Massage, Functional Stretching, and Craniosacral Therapy Level I through the Upledger Institute. As owner of Unity Therapeutic Massage, Denise’s unique style offers professional massage incorporating practical knowledge, learned techniques, and intuitive touch.
Marissa Gandelman, LMT
New Haven, CT
Marissa is a licensed massage therapist and graduate of Potomac Massage Training Institute in Washington, D.C. She is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association and specializes in relaxation techniques as well as the treatment of chronic and acute muscle pain caused by stress, overuse and injury. She uses a combination of massage modalities tailored to each client’s needs, including Swedish, Deep Tissue, myofascial release, neuromuscular therapy and last year began her 3-year foundational training in Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy.
Jennifer Zwerin
Stamford , CT