Our Staff

Meet our therapists and Estheticians

All of our therapists and estheticians are licensed by the state of Massachusetts. Some are licensed in other states and/or are nationally certified.

Ashley

Ashley is a Co-Owner of the spa, as well as the Front Desk Manager. Many of you already know Ashley who started working at Essential Therapies as a high school student in 2016. Ashley recently graduated with her manicurist license from Cosmix School of Beauty Science in Marlborough, MA. She enjoys giving pedicures, being creative with designs and embellishments, and giving customized care to your feet. Ashley is currently attending Spa Tech Institute working towards her Esthetician license! She is excited to further her career in self-care and wellness.

Brianna

Brianna has a Bachelor’s of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Rhode Island and is graduate of Bancroft School of Massage Therapy. She offers relaxation, stretching, deep tissue, myofascial work, trigger point therapy, traction, and scar treatment. Brianna’s favorite area to work on is the neck/back and loves helping her clients feel better and rejuvenated. Her experience working with Physical Therapists has taught her the importance of combining massage with stretching and therapeutic exercises as an effective way of healing.

Tracy

Tracy is a licensed Massage Therapist through the New Hampshire Institute for Therapeutic Arts, in Nashua, NH. When Tracy works with a client, she listens to their specific needs and concerns to help them reach their goals. She specializes in Swedish massage, reflexology, trigger point, cupping, deep tissue, neuromuscular technique, and her favorite, lymphatic drainage techniques.

Emilie

Emilie graduated from Spa Tech Institute in October of 2020, having had prior experience in biology and chemistry. She performs a vast selection of facial services including microdermabrasion, along with waxing services. Emilie is also certified in lash and brow laminating, tinting, and lash lifts. She is fun-loving, bubbly, and outgoing. Emilie takes pride in understanding all ingredients in products to achieve the main goal of clients feeling confident and comfortable in their own skin.

Hayley

Hayley is a Co-Owner of the spa. She is a graduate of Spa Tech Institute and a member of the American Massage Therapy Association. She specializes in Swedish massage ranging in a light to medium firm pressure. She is also trained in trigger point, hot stones, prenatal/postnatal massage, and cupping therapy. Hayley uses her original training, continuing education and intuition to help meet her clients’ individual needs. Let her smooth those tired, aching muscles, reduce discomfort and relax your mind.

Johnny

Johnny is a graduate of Spa Tech Institute in Westborough. He has a passion for and dedication to massage therapy. Johnny’s goal is to provide clients with the perfect healing environment and his approach ranges from the softest and most relaxing of pressures to a firmer more deep pressure when needed. Currently Johnny specialize in Swedish, Deep Tissue, Range of Motion, Trigger Point, and Cupping techniques with a variety of others to come.

Micaela

Micaela received her aesthetics training at the Spa Tech institute in Westboro, Ma. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in Art Therapy from Anna Maris College. Micaela specializes in various facial treatments and waxing. She loves working with people, and helping to make them look and feel their best.

Michele B

Michele B. first started working at the front desk at the spa in February 2017 and has since completed her Aesthetics training at Spa Tech Institute in Westboro MA. She also has an associate’s degree in Applied Sciences from Mt. Ida College. Michele enjoyed being a stay at home mom for 17 years and is very thankful that Essential Therapies came into her life. It’s never too late to start something new! Michele does facials and waxing and enjoys sharing her passion for wellness and self-care.

Michelle M.

Michelle M. is our Aesthetics Manager. She received her aesthetics training at Assabet Valley Tech and has a nail technician license from Rob Roy Academy. Michelle is also certified in Reiki I. Michelle does facials, waxing, wet room treatments and pedicures. She is also trained to do microdermabrasion and laser hair removal. She loves her job, and she enjoys helping people relax. Michelle brings a warm personality & a wonderful sense of humor to her sessions.

Orion

Orion finds value and enjoys helping people who are in need of relief. Having experienced firsthand how much a back injury or a neck pain can interfere with one’s quality of life; he pays particular attention to what’s going on in your body and finds the best way to bring you relief. Orion received his certification in massage therapy at the Cortiva Institute in Watertown and specializes in Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports Massage, Prenatal and Myofascial Release. Having had the unique opportunity of growing up within a household of holistically-minded parents including a mother and father who are skilled bodyworkers & massage therapists, Orion experienced first-hand the healing benefits. This early exposure left a lasting impression on him, which has led to a continual exploration of how the body heals through massage, yoga, and meditation.

Orion is also a certified Yoga teacher and a life long practitioner of martial arts. In his free time he enjoys hiking, weight lifting, video games or a quiet meditation.

Irene

I believe everyone deserves to feel confident and beautiful in their own skin! I am dedicated to helping my clients achieve their unique skincare goals through customized facials that address both the health and appearance of their skin. My own experience with adult cystic acne gives me a deeper understanding and sympathy for those facing similar challenges, allowing me to offer targeted advice and solutions. Im continually expanding my knowledge in acne treatments and anti -aging techniques, aiming to empower clients with lasting improvements and a renewed sense of comfort and confidence!

Front Desk Staff

Introducing our lovely front desk employees: Emily, Eleanor, Vanessa, Megan, Judy, Chloe & Donna!

Our front desk staff are the heart of our spa, consistently providing a warm welcome and exceptional service to everyone who walks through our doors. Their friendly demeanor creates a positive first impression and ensure a smooth experience for all of our visitors. Whether managing inquiries, coordinating schedules , or assisting with client needs, their commitment to excellence never goes unnoticed. We are incredibly grateful for their hard work and vital role they play in our team’s success.