Therapists

Allen graduated from Irene’s Myomassology Institute. He is certified in Massage Therapy, Fascial Stretch Therapy LV2, Graston Technique Specialist, Myofascial Cupping and Deep Tissue Massage. He has 18 years of experience as a Massage Therapist in different settings, including serving as the Massage Therapist for the 2008 US Olympic team Tae Kwon Do, CrossFit, Bodybuilding and Powerlifting competitors and with the NFL. Allen also has a background in martial arts and spends much of his free time in powerlifting competitions. He has a sure and gentle hand when applying his skills and experience to his clients.

Branden is a proud graduate of Douglas J Institute. He is very passionate in the healing arts and believes all individuals should be treated with love and kindness. His specialty is deep tissue and reflexology. He hopes everyone who walks in feels better about themselves after each session!

Chanda graduated from Douglas J Institute in Ann Arbor. She is very passionate about the healing potential of massage therapy in regards to how it is a strong tool used to promote holistic well-being. She is a firm believer that massage therapy not only eases tension and stress in the physical body, but in the mind as well which balances mind, body, and spirit and leaves clients feeling rejuvenated.

Chrissy’s passion is in the healing arts. She studied massage therapy in 2004 at Irene’s Myomassology Institute in Southfield, Mi. She finds massage to be a powerful healing practice. She incorporates an intuitive touch into her techniques of swedish, deep tissue, trigger point, and MFR. She has studied a variety of energy medicine modalities and is a Reiki Master. Chrissy is on a mission to massage the world into relaxation one client at a time!

Dawn is a 2025 graduate of Adrian School of Massage and holds a Master’s in Mind-Body Medicine, offering trauma-informed care (certification 9/26). She blends Swedish massage with meridian balancing, myofascial release, and diaphragm, rib cage, and abdominal work to support breathing mobility—because everything functions better when we breathe well. With a background in weightlifting, posture correction, lymphatic drainage, acupoint release, and sports massage, she supports joy, mobility, and nervous system regulation. Dawn prioritizes safe, clear communication, and welcomes children and pregnant women.

Eva has over 15 years of experience and advanced training in Chinese acupressure. Specializing in deep tissue, she skillfully combines Eastern and Western techniques to create customized treatments tailored to each client’s needs. Her work focuses on relieving muscle tension, improving circulation, supporting lymphatic drainage, increasing flexibility and restoring balance and energy to the body.

Gwyn graduated from The Bodhi Tree Center in Nevada with a specialty in senior massage. Her background also includes trigger point, craniosacral, lymphatic, and scar tissue therapies. She incorporates shiatsu and deep tissue techniques to effectively release tension in the body. She has also studied a wide variety of energetic techniques and is a Reiki Master. Her hope is that everyone she meets leaves their session feeling relaxed and ready for anything!

Kara graduated from Ann Arbor Institute of Massage in 2012 and brings a blend of deep tissue and therapeutic touch.  Her background includes training in neuromuscular massage, myofascial, Swedish, craniosacral and Reiki.  She has a deep passion for massage and continues to grow and learn from every client. 

Link studied massage at the Douglas J. Institute of Ann Arbor and has been with RelaxStation since receiving his massage therapy license in June 2025. He brings a holistic approach to each session, basing client care on up-to-date research in massage therapy practices and specific client needs. Link supports clients in pain and stress management through assisted stretching and a firm but gentle touch. His massage flow is intuitive, adaptable, and grounding: he is capable of offering deeper, focused pressure and trigger point therapy for pain relief as well as lighter pressure for relaxation. He is happy to recommend aftercare, stretches, and strengthening exercises to continue your progress between sessions.

Richard graduated from Irene’s Myomassology Institute in 2023. With over 20 years of powerlifting and bodybuilding, Rich brings serious strength as well as knowledge to every session. Specializing in deep tissue, therapeutic, lymphatic massage, neck/arm/shoulder work, prenatal, and sports massage, Rich is passionate about helping people move better, feel better, and live stronger. Currently nearing 2 years in a teacher apprenticeship program… always learning, always lifting!

Samson recently graduated from Carnegie Institute with honors. His strong clinical understanding not only offers clients relief in the moment, but also helps to empower them with knowledge and agency in progressing their own health journey. Sam has an interest in helping clients with range of mobility issues, and his personable demeanor helps his clients feel supported as they work through deep muscle release.

Tim graduated from Irene’s Myomassology Institute. He offers deep tissue massage, prenatal massage and myofascial release. He enjoys finding ways for massage to release muscle and fascia from painful patterns, improving fluidity of movement and quality of life.

Venus graduated from Irene’s Myomassology Institute and offers an intuitive, healing touch that honors the body’s natural rhythms. They incorporate assisted stretching and mobility work into massage therapy sessions as needed. Venus’s goal is to create a restorative, collaborative space where clients feel well cared for, helping to transform and reconnect with themselves.

Will Starks is a licensed massage therapist, professional MMA athlete, and performance coach with over a decade of experience working at the intersection of combat sports, clinical bodywork, and human performance science. A 2019 graduate of Ke Kino Massage Academy, Will is part of the 2026 National Board Certfied Health and Wellness cohort, and brings his background as a 3x MMA World Champion, Japanese Martial Arts instructor, and NCAA collegiate wrestler to every session.

His approach is systems-based, integrating clinical sports massage, neuromuscular therapy, and energy work with a deep understanding of how the body actually performs, recovers, and adapts under real demand. If you are an athlete, a professional, or anyone who wants bodywork informed by someone who has lived inside elite performance, Will meets you where you are and builds from there.

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