We're glad you're here...
It tells us you are something of an educated consumer, researching your options and trying to find the best fit. We've got a lot of respect for smarts. Before you read about us individually, there are quite a few things we all have in common, and why we think working together might be a wise decision:
And now introducing...
We are so lucky to have the following professionals in our group. We hope you think so too.
Kelly Fowler, Founder
Kelly began her career in bodywork in 1998. Since then she has developed extensive knowledge of massage techniques and theory, posture and gait analysis, and treatment planning. In addition, she's also studied many bodywork modalities that complement her clinical work: pregnancy massage, Lomi Lomi, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Zero Balancing, and Reiki are just a few examples. She has applied her experience in many ways: Sports Massage at the Chicago Marathon for 10 years, orthopedic clinics, as an instructor of Anatomy, Clinical Technique, Women's Health and Prenatal Massage, and Aromatherapy at The Soma Institute, and most recently as a media resource for Fox Chicago News. Kelly has also served as the Education Chairperson for the state chapter of the AMTA. Her interests include nutrition, green living, and cultural studies. She earned her yoga teacher certification in February 2017, and loves bringing friendly and approachable classes to Joliet. Her classes emphasize the meditative aspect of yoga to promote a deeper connection with self.
OFFERS: Sound Therapy, Energy Balancing, Gentle Yoga, Slow Flow Yoga, Meditation, Wellness Workshops, All forms of bodywork at Sage
**Currently not accepting new massage/energy balancing clients**
OFFERS: Sound Therapy, Energy Balancing, Gentle Yoga, Slow Flow Yoga, Meditation, Wellness Workshops, All forms of bodywork at Sage
**Currently not accepting new massage/energy balancing clients**
Nicole, Licensed Massage Therapist
Nicole has worked as a licensed massage therapist since 2009, having received her training at Soderworld Academy of Healing Arts in Willowbrook. In addition to Swedish and deep tissue, she is certified in Hawaiian style bodywork, oncology massage, hot stone, prenatal, and sports massage, and myofascial release. Nicole holds a bachelor's degree in kinesiology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a master's degree in art education from Columbia College-Chicago. Her massage style combines sound physiological principles with creative, continuous, flowing strokes that are reminiscent of Hawaiian and Balinese massage. She is also the creative mastermind behind the seasonal Table for One massage series. In all of her sessions, she seeks to create restful, restorative, nurturing sessions incorporating techniques from her own massage experiences gained during her travels abroad.
OFFERS: Signature Massage, Back in Balance, Table for One and Lavender Moon Massage Events
OFFERS: Signature Massage, Back in Balance, Table for One and Lavender Moon Massage Events
Megan V., Certified Yoga Instructor
Megan, a talented 500-hour certified teacher of many years, aims to create a safe and comfortable space for students to escape from the stress of daily life and to reconnect with body, mind, and spirit. After years of casual practice, her true yogic journey began with her desire to bring yoga into the lives of her art students. She completed her certification through Moksha Yoga Center, and has additional training in Yoga to Transform Trauma, Yin Yoga, Thai Yoga Massage, and Breathwork Facilitation. Her monthly Restorative Yoga classes are truly transformative events to be experienced. In all her classes, emphasis is placed on honoring and exploring your own personal practice, and features a blend of ashtanga- and alignment-inspired movements. Expect to leave class feeling calm, relaxed, and focused.
OFFERS: Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Meditation, Slow Flow Yoga & Yoga Wellness Workshops
OFFERS: Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Meditation, Slow Flow Yoga & Yoga Wellness Workshops
Kaitlyn, Licensed Massage Therapist & Certified Yoga Instructor
Kaitlyn is a graduate of The Soma Institute in Chicago. There, her studies focused on relieving the stress and discomfort associated with many structural concerns, from whiplash and headaches to plantar fasciitis; she has applied this experience in working with patients of chiropractic care, physical therapy, and post-surgical rehab. She incorporates elements of myofascial release, trigger point release, and stretching into her work, and also understands the importance of working within a client's comfort to soothe the nervous system. Having also obtained her teaching certificate in yoga, she is passionate about blending her knowledge of yoga into her healing sessions, and offers custom yoga coaching sessions to complement her clients' self care routines. She hopes you’ll find her style relaxing, relieving, and rejuvenating!
OFFERS: Signature Massage, Medical Massage, Maternity Massage, Total Body Melt Massage, Sole Massage, and Facial Massage
OFFERS: Signature Massage, Medical Massage, Maternity Massage, Total Body Melt Massage, Sole Massage, and Facial Massage
Irene, Licensed Massage Therapist & Certified Yoga Instructor
Irene's love of learning brings an impressive wealth of knowledge to Sage. Not only has she worked as a nurse at St. Joe's for many years, she is also a licensed massage therapist and certified yoga instructor. Irene's massage sessions are informed by years of continuing education, having studied aromatherapy, cupping, and Shiatsu; she incorporates these elements based on client need and preference. As a graduate of The Prairie School of Yoga, her specialty classes--Yoga for Strength and Stability and Chair Yoga--inspire wellness from within. Whether you are seeking her skills to soothe body, mind, or both, know that you are receiving some of the most-informed, compassionate care in town!
OFFERS: Yoga Strengthening/Stretching, Chair Yoga, Signature Massage, and Yoga Wellness Workshops
OFFERS: Yoga Strengthening/Stretching, Chair Yoga, Signature Massage, and Yoga Wellness Workshops
Bobbi, Certified Yoga Instructor
A teacher to her core, Bobbi's passion for learning has guided her path to becoming a yoga instructor. She has been a public high school psychology teacher for 18 years, was a volleyball coach for a decade, and has her Master's degree in counseling. The focus of her entire career has been building positive relationships with her students and athletes. When Bobbi started practicing yoga, it made her feel physically stronger and provided some mental peace in the hustle and bustle of life. In 2020, she completed her certificate from Yoga Farm Ithaca. Bobbi's classes are positive, inclusive of all students' yoga experiences, and focused on helping students to practice mindfulness on and off the mat.
OFFERS: Gentle Flow Yoga, Chair Yoga, and Yoga Wellness Workshops
OFFERS: Gentle Flow Yoga, Chair Yoga, and Yoga Wellness Workshops
Rebecca, Licensed Massage Therapist
Rebecca received her education in massage therapy from Soderworld Academy of Healing Arts in Willowbrook, IL. After 8 years in the field, her sessions now combine artful attention with fluid movement, making her treatments effective for minimizing discomfort for problem areas and encouraging profound relaxation.
OFFERS: Signature Massage
OFFERS: Signature Massage
Yesenia, Reiki/Energywork Practitioner
With an open and joyful heart, Yesenia hopes to guide you along your path to healing and balance. For over 10 years she has been in service of helping her diverse community, compassionately advocating for self-discovery of mind, body, and spirit. She offers personal and private group sessions, along with a variety of educational and spiritual workshops and events which inspire and honor each individual's personal journey. Yesenia is a bilingual spiritual teacher, Reiki Practitioner, and Sacred Circle and Ceremony Facilitator; she uses mindfulness, breath work, meditation, dance connection, chakra balancing, sound healing, crystals, and aromatherapy. Her sessions are unique and intuitive, a sacred process of relaxation to allow any emotions and stress that your body, mind, and spirit are ready to release. She is deeply grounded in family, friends, and faith, and loves self-discovering, playing, dancing, exploring, and loving her own heart.
OFFERS: Energy Balancing and Wellness Workshops
OFFERS: Energy Balancing and Wellness Workshops
Sarah, Certified Yoga Instructor
Sarah is a passionate yogi who has been practicing for 8 years. She is a 500-hour certified yoga instructor through Edge Yoga School, and also holds certification in chair yoga, sound meditation, and Yin yoga. Her mission is to bring the transformative power of yoga to everyone, regardless of their ability or size; she truly believes yoga is for every body. Through her teaching, Sarah hopes to inspire others to find peace, joy, and a deeper connection with themselves and the world around them.
OFFERS: Adaptive Flow Yoga and Wellness Workshops
OFFERS: Adaptive Flow Yoga and Wellness Workshops