Carrie Teslof graduated in 1999 from Down East School of Massage in
Waldoboro, ME. She decided to go to massage school after suffering from Gillian
Barre Syndrome which left her paralyzed from the neck down for 3 months. During
her recovery, she received physical therapy and therapeutic massage and knew that
is what she wanted to do. As a business major and licensed massage therapist,
Carrie opened Caring Hands in 2003. Today she has performed well over 8,000
massages and takes great pride in making people feel better. She specializes in a
deep tissue relaxation massage for the prefect combination. She also offers sports
massage, Swedish, pain management, aromatherapy, facials, body wraps, and ear
candling. Her hours are Mon., Tues, and Friday from 10-8 and Wed. and Sat. from
10-4. Call (860)508-2515 for more information.
Joan Lupacchino is a Connecticut Licensed Massage Therapist and
holds a National Certification for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork.
Joan is also a graduate of Manchester Community College and Eastern
Connecticut State University. Since graduating from the Connecticut
Center for Massage Therapy in 1995, Joan has continued her education
by graduating from the Dr. Vodder School of Lymphatic Therapy in 1998.
She also trained with the late John Harvey Gray, Reiki Master and has
completed the Advanced Reiki Practitioner program. Joan practices a
blend of healing techniques such as Swedish Massage, Manual Lymph
Drainage and Reiki and Active Isolated Stretching. Joan is a member of
the American Massage Therapy Association. To schedule an
appointment, please call (860)649-1157 or e-mail at
jluphands95@yahoo.com.
CT license # 002384
CT license # 001175
CT license # 005329
Jevon Lemons is a Connecticut licensed massage therapist and a
2005 graduate of the Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy. Jevon is
nationally certified and a member of the American Massage Therapy
Association. He also holds a B.A. in Psychology and an Associate in
Studio Arts from Eastern Connecticut State University. Jevon’s interest
and focus are on the body, mind connection and how emotion can be
stored in the body. He believes that massage can slow down and
simplify life, reconnecting us with our bodies. Jevon specializes in
Swedish, deep tissue and Core Myofascial Therapy. To make an
appointment call (860)933-9228.
CT license # 004438
Mary Jo Tomsic believes that massage can be an essential piece in
anyones wellness plan, helping address the Mind Body and Spirit. As a
holistic therapist, she believes that the time her clients spend in
massage is more than just relaxation, it is rejuvenation for the soul. She
is a graduate of the Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy in
Newington, CT. She is nationally certified and Connecticut Licensed
and specializes in tailoring a massage session to your needs drawing
from such modalities as deep tissue, Swedish, acupressure, energy
work and sports massage. She works by appointment only and can be
reached at (860)287-6538 . Her regular office hours are Tuesday,
Thursday and Saturday afternoons and evenings.
Sharon LaFargue is a Connecticut licensed massage therapist with
national certification for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. Sharon is a
member of the American Massage Therapy Association and earned her
associates degree in disabilities from Manchester Community College.
Sharon has over 20 years of dance teaching experience. It is through this
experience Sharon developed her interest in massage therapy and is
excited to develop her practice. Sharon believes massage facilities the
body's natural ability to heal itself while improving range of motion, flexibility,
and boost energy. Each massage is a personalized blend of massage
techniques customized to meet each client's individual needs. She offers
Swedish, deep tissue, sports, aromatherapy, and hot stone. Call Sharon
today at (860)402-7415 to schedule your hour of peace and serenity.
CT license #006492
Elaine Nolan began her massage journey as a regular client of Carrie Teslof.
After 12 years in retail management and personally realizing the calming
benefits of massage, Elaine felt called to the profession as a second career.
She attended Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy and graduated in
August of 2011. With a passion for deep tissue, she enjoys the challenges of
finding just the right amount of pressure for any client. Our lives are fast and
we frequently allow ourselves to short change our own well being in the name
of getting things done. Elaine believes in the power of positivity and
encourages you to take some time to clear your mind while she assists you in
taking care of your body. Elaine specializes in deep tissue, Swedish and
aromatherapy. She is available by appointment and can be reached at
(860)268-2577 or elainenolanlmt@gmail.com.
CT license # 006903
Gladys Vargas is a Connecticut Licensed Massage Therapist and 2011
graduate of the Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy. Gladys holds a
National Certification for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork and is a member
of the American Massage Therapy Association. She believes that a massage
goes beyond the physical to be a touch of serenity that creates balance in the
body, mind and spirit. Gladys customizes each massage with a blend of
techniques personalized to meet her client's individual needs. Modalities
offered are Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports Massage, Energy Work,
Acupressure, Basic Reflexology, Aromatherapy, and Hot Stone. She can be
reached at (860) 222-6321 or amtamembers.com/balancebodymindspirit.
Her regular office hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Friday evenings and
Saturdays.
CT license # 006910