Ace Of Cups | Massage Therapists
Samantha Saladino
Samantha received her bachelors of biological science with an emphasis on anatomy and physiology in 1997, she has been in practice as a massage therapist since 2003 with over 2000 hours of training and a focus on pain management, neuromuscular therapy, myofascial trigger point release, structural integration, profession specific and sports massage. Samantha has over 2000 hours of training in clinical massage working with acute injury and chronic pain, she works in clinics, massage schools, construction sites, and onsite in high intensity locations such as sports events, large art installations and festival job sites. She has a deep pressure to get right to those problem areas and works with her clients to help their body reduce pain and improve posture while still providing a safe and effective massage. She has taught anatomy, kinesiology, pathology and massage technique at massage schools and clinics in the states and abroad. Whether it is relaxation, release of those annoying knots that won’t go away or pain management, Samantha will customize the perfect session for your individual needs.
Patricia Mosier
Trish graduated from the Star Institute School of Therapeutic Massage in Austin Texas in 2003. She then went on to further her training in Thai massage at the Sunshine Massage School in Chiang Mai, Thailand in 2005. She's an avid learner of many modalities of bodywork including Swedish, Thai, and Lomi Lomi, and loves to blend these styles to create a customized experience. An artist at heart, she channels her creativity into the world of connection through touch. When she is not doing bodywork you can find her hiking around our beautiful Austin with her daughter, foraging and soaking in nature, or relaxing on her deck enjoying a warm mug of dark coffee
Natalia Macias
Natalia is an experienced and attentive massage therapist who is an expert at customizing the perfect session for pain and stress relief. Healing an injury with alternative modalities led her to the world of holistic healing, in particular massage. She received her certification in massage at the Muscular Therapy Institute, studying the Ben Benjamin style of Muscular Therapy, in Boston, MA. She has worked at a variety of health and wellness clinics, alongside western and holistic medical practitioners, with athletes, artists, computer engineers and loves each and every client and the challenge of providing them with an amazing massage. Natalia studied at Lesley University completing a degree in Holistic Psychology, which helps fuel her understanding of how our mind and emotions play a huge part in their effect on our bodies. Learning about nutritional needs, psychosomatic studies, and yoga all help play a part in Natalia’s sessions.
Jen Jacob
Licensed Massage Therapist
Jen’s passion is to provide healing services to others, which prompted her first career as a teacher and behavior therapist to individuals on the autism spectrum. She absolutely loved to witness the transformation of meaningful growth and change in her client's lives. Jen graduated from the Lauterstien-Conway Massage School in Austin, TX. What excites her the most about massage therapy is serving her clients in self-healing. She is passionate about exploring the mind-body-spirit connection. She also likes to laugh.
Josh Sweet
Having grown up with both of my parents practicing massage therapy as a healing modality, I had a great appreciation for the power of massage therapy and theraputic touch.
Upon moving to Austin, and wanting to be of service in the world in a larger way, I decided to get my training and massage license through 'A New Beginning School of Massage'. Since graduating, I have been enjoying practicing massage, consistently helping to facilitate relaxation, pain relief, and healing.
Ever curious, I'm currently interested in learning new techniques and skills to incorporate into my repertoire, as well as continuing to increase the scope and reach of my practice.
Amy Nester, M.Ed, ATC, LAT, LMT
Amy began her career in Sports Medicine in 2007 as an Athletic Trainer working in Physical Therapy and with sports teams. At that time, she also started working with USA Rugby covering their Men's U20s squad. She has worked with sports teams and athletes from middle school through the Pro/Elite level, focusing on high-level rugby. Additional experience in Craniosacral Therapy, Somato Emotional Release, Reiki, cupping and managing Physical Therapy.
Sarah Emily
Sarah has a lifelong passion for artful expression and finds joy in empowering others to be free in their bodies. She is skilled at finding grace in painful, challenging moments of life which inspired her healing journey, ultimately leading to massage therapy. She utilizes her sensitivity and technical knowledge to provide customized, thoughtful sessions. Sarah truly values diversity of life and the details that make us unique. She graduated from The Lauterstein Conway School of Massage in January 2018 and is excited to expand her abilities and share her skills with the world.
Aubrey Prave
Aubrey is a talented therapist with a unique approach, great pressure and a calming energy. She started her bodywork journey by obtaining her Bachelor’s of Science in Athletic Training. While Aubrey was working with a Holistic Integrative Medicine Physician, she had an epiphany that she wanted to do hands on work with people, which lead her to enroll in massage school. For the past two years she’s been immersing herself in advanced and clinical training which has allowed her to provide a range of modalities to her massage clients. She has a therapeutic approach to her sessions and uses a balance of science and intuition to mold each session, leaving her clients feeling refreshed and healthy. Along with sports, deep tissue, relaxation, cupping and myofascial release Aubrey offers Reiki and will soon be offering Thai Massage. Welcome her to Ace of Cups by booking a session with her today!
