Release Massage Therapy 

Kim has practiced therapeutic massage since 1999 & is skilled with injury recovery, athletic goals or overall wellness. She is a personal trainer, wellness coach and yoga instructor in addition to an avid cyclist & runner.

As a holistic, integrative bodyworker, Ann believes that true healing happens when we nourish not only our bodies, but also our minds, hearts and souls. To that end, she encourages clients to find a lifestyle that supports the vitality of the body, healthy expression of thoughts and emotions and connection to nature, spirit and community. Her intention is to help you find the right blend of bodywork and herbal therapies that enhance your personal self-care efforts, so you can leave pain and fatigue behind and enjoy your life. Ann specializes in integrative massage, with the goal of supporting the vital forces in the body. Her therapies are designed to release restrictions and clear stagnation that interfere with your body’s amazing capacity for self-repair. Ann has experience working with clients who have ongoing health conditions, concussions, headaches and other chronic pain conditions.

Joanna has practiced massage since 1998. She has completed the highest level training in Manual Lymphatic Drainage/Complete Decongestive Therapy, through the International Vodder School, which allows her to work with you on any lymphatic issues including bandaging and measuring for garments. Feel free to contact her directly for a lymphatic consult: 847-668-3181. She is also skilled at addressing specific issues with deep tissue massage, kinesiology taping and cupping.

Meg brings an international flair to her working having studied at the Costa Rica School of Massage Therapy. Her sessions can incorporate work in Swedish, Deep Tissue, Lomi Lomi, Thai massage or Reiki.

Hailing from England, Lizzie Hope is a dancer, dance instructor, mom and client-focused therapist. Her awareness of the body and the athlete makes her a perfect fit for those who are active- young and old. She can partner with you for on-going therapeutic support including suggestions for self-care. She has experience working with clients with neurological and autoimmune conditions such as Parkinson's and Lyme's disease.

Heide's specialty is sports massage. She offers pre & post event, recovery & on-going maintenance massage to athletes in addition to injury prevention or injury recovery. Her massage therapy training, at The Soma Institute, was clinically-based to prepare her to work with athletes as well as address specific muscular concerns in any client. In addition to overall unwinding, Heide can incorporate stretching and trigger point work into your session. She is also practiced in addressing TMJ. Heide is an avid long distance walker, swimmer, paddle boarder, and gardener.

Owner of Release Massage Therapy, Ellen has practiced massage for 23 years, including sports, lymphatic drainage (Vodder Technique), prenatal, deep tissue and Reflexology. She offers relief from soft tissue restriction and improvement in overall health & wellness.