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Santa Barbara's Community of Healers
Directory of Local Therapists


Find Local Therapists/ Call a Local Healer!

Access Energy
Bach Flower Remedy

Craniosacral Therapy
Deep Tissue Massage
Medical Qigong




Myofascial Release
Oncology
Numerology

Reflexology
Sound Therapy
Sports Massage
Swedish Massage

Trigger Point Therapy
Find the massage you are looking for. We have listed many of the area's massage and bodywork practitioners, therapists and SBBTI graduates who are offering healing work in and around the Santa Barbara area.
Therapists are listed by their main specialty but many are skilled in several styles of massage. Scroll down, or select a modality on the left and find a local healer that suits your needs.

Healers listed are practicing independently from SBBTI and have their own private businesses. Healers listed understand that they are responsible for their own insurance. The Santa Barbara Body Therapy Institute holds no legal responsibility for the work of the therapists advertised on this page.

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Allyson Gomez, CMT

"I AM Healing"
Access Energy, Swedish Massage, Reflexology, Deep Tissue,
Prenatal Massage, Trigger Point


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Location: Santa Barbara
Phone: (805) 637-9454
Website: http://iamhealing.us/
License: CAMTC Lic # 7822
Something for Everyone: Offering a variety of healing modalities, Ally has Always possessed a natural ability to heal, and her intense training has given her the tools necessary to use this natural ability to produce both amazing body- and energy-work. She has been formally trained in Swedish massage, shiatsu, reflexology, deep tissue, trigger-point therapy, pregnancy (pre-natal) massage, and Access Energy. Her massage is extraordinarily relaxing and balancing, and her acute ability of observation only strengthens her training.
Testimonial: "Sometimes people find they are at the end of their rope trying to heal themselves. All other attempts with MDs, PhDs, etc. don't resonate, and don't deliver results. Sometimes even our friends don't quite relate to what is going on even though their hearts intention is to help.  I was that person seeking a solution to the "unlike me symptoms" my mind and body were undergoing.  It was through a random encounter that I met Ally Gomez and instantly felt a connection, as if I met my long lost friend. She is one of the very few who I trust to take care of me when I sense I am on the verge of an energetic change, which I have come to realize indicates a major life event change or personal breakthrough. With her life partner Alan, together they create the I AM HEALING space and energy that is safe, impartial, and devoted to healing whatever comes to them. I highly recommend Ally, and I hope you have the opportunity to work with her too." - Bianca C.


Access Energy

See Also:
Melissa Franco

Paul Zagala

Oncology Massage
Other Specialties:
Deep tissue, Swedish, Trigger point, Cupping

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Location: Santa Barbara
Phone:
805-403-9876
Email: tova4peace@yahoo.com
License: CAMTC #15012
A native of Santa Barbara, Tova has worked in resort spas, day spas and in private practice locally and internationally since becoming a Licensed Massage Therapist in 1994. Having received a large part of her bodywork training at SBBTI, she specializes in customized massage therapy with a focus on releasing tension in muscles. Using techniques that include deep tissue, Swedish, trigger point, acupressure, sports, cranial-sacral and reflexology, sessions include essential oil aromatherapy and relaxing music. Additionally, she is trained in cupping (available upon request) and certified in Oncology Massage.  She is a California State Certified Massage Therapist, licensed in Santa Barbara County and fully insured.

Testimonial: "Most excellent massage between L.A. and Carmel (...) She may look tiny but OMG, she is a master at finding that knot in the shoulder and working it out of you. She's strong, not a chatter, efficient, and intertwines a head massage that makes every muscle in your body turn to butter."  -Patti Londre, award-winning travel writer and cook

See Also:
Bobby LeBlanc

Paul Zagala

Bach Flower Remedy

Rebecca Clark, HHP, CMT

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Location: Santa Barbara
Phone: (805) 886-5524
License: CAMTC Lic #44372
Integrative Bodyworker: Rebecca Clark is a graduate of the Santa Barbara Body Therapy Institute’s Holistic Healthcare Practitioner one thousand hour training program.  She has trained extensively internationally in a variety of bodywork modalities. By integrating these modalities, Rebecca carefully crafts bodywork sessions to facilitate each individuals optimal healing. Rebecca believes that each individual has the ability to heal themselves, but often those pathways have been obstructed by daily stress, diet and lifestyle. Integrative bodywork is a powerful way to awaken an individuals inner healer, and facilitate that individuals journey to their personal optimal wellness.
Bach Background: 
"Disease is a result of the disharmony between the Personality and the Soul"  Dr Edward Bach
Everyday life and its worries can cloud over our true being.  Family, friends and work make demands on our time and energy, leaving us drained and frustrated.  World situations and personal circumstance create anxiety, worry, fear and sleeplessness.  As all the stresses of daily life mount, we may even find ourselves despondent, with no energy or enthusiasm for life.Yet, the soul within us remains, calling us to shine our light.  And the remedies of Dr Bach can help us.


What are the Bach Flower Remedies?                                    

A natural system of stress management, the Bach Flower Remedies were discovered by a physician named Dr. Edward Bach, in the 1930's.  Dr. Bach was a physician, surgeon, homeopath, bacteriologist and immunologist.  In working with his patients,  he found that their physical illnesses were exacerbated by their mental and emotional states and so set to discover a system of healing that would be safe and simple, with no side effects.  He located 38 flowering plants and trees which balanced specific negative emotions and formulated them into dilute homeopathic mixtures.  These liquids can be used in combination to address over 200 million states of mind.  Best of all, they are safe, non-toxic and do not interact with any other form of treatment.  The remedies are manufactured under strict guidelines for safety and purity (GMP) which are established by the World Health Organization and are available in 66 countries worldwide.


Bach Flower Consultations are available via telephone and in person.  



Bach Flower Remedy Consultations, Integrative Crainosacral Therapy, Swedish Massage, Reflexology, Myofacial Release, Viseral Lymphatic Drainage, River Stone Massage Therapy


Craniosacral Therapy

Matthew Jones
Rebecca Clark

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Deep Tissue Massage

Melissa Franco, HHP, CMT

"Massage by Melissa"
Specialty: Deep Tissue, Swedish, Reflexology, Access Energy

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Location: Santa Barbara
Phone:
(805) 689-2589
Email: melissa0987@icloud.com
License: CAMTC Lic # 19958
Intuitive Touch & Nourishment Meets Pain Relief: Melissa offers fifteen years of experience and a wide range of massage services designed to provide deep relaxation, gentle loving touch, and pain relief. She has studied over 1,000 hours of massage courses, including Reflexology, Cranial Sacral Therapy, Access Energy, Lymphatic Drainage, and Deep Tissue, to name a few.  Melissa delivers intuitive touch with each massage guaranteed to satisfy your needs.
Testimonial: "Melissa is THE BEST!  I have tried so many other massage therapists and I have found that Melissa takes it beyond just mechanical. You really feel like you've found an intuitive healer. She is so very caring and and truly like an earth mother. She is thorough - working every part of your body at the pressure you request. It always seems to amaze me that she knows exactly where my tight and troubled muscles are without me having to tell her. I am so grateful to her. I highly recommend her above all others...Do yourself a big favor and schedule a massage with Melissa.  You will NOT be disappointed and will leave the office on Cloud 9, feeling calm, refreshed and tension free"  -Carol Behar

See Also:
Allyson Gomez
Jeff Dutcher

Katie Mickey
Nell Craig

Paul Zagala

Medical Qigong

Matthew Jones, HHP, CMT

"Liquid Crystal Therapy"
Medical Qigong, Lymphatic Drainage, Qi Ne Song, Herbology
, Craniosacral Therapy

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Location: Santa Barbara
Phone:
805-636-6593
Eastern Healing Arts Specialist: Matthew is well educated and highly skilled in a variety of Eastern healing arts, Upledger Craniosacral Therapy, and TCM Herbology. With over 1,000 hours of Massage and Medical Qigong Training, he offers mastery in a variety of services that are designed to cleanse the body of toxins, revitalize the internal organs and work to reset the equilibrium of the body, mind and spirit. Sessions are customized to fit the needs of each individual client.
Testimonial:
"I had been given a Glaucoma diagnosis because I had three times the pressure of what is normal on my Optic nerve. During Medical Qi Gong sessions, Matthew showed me how to normalize the pressure on my optic nerve through movement, Chinese herbs and Nutrition. during Medical Qi Gong sessions. I attribute my healing not only to the work but Mathew's talents and his gifts. I look at it as a miracle. Now I maintain my optical nerve balance completely with exercise." -Tallison Pitcock


See Also:
Nell Craig
Bobby LeBlanc


Myofascial Release

Kaleo Naea, CMT

"Massage by Kaleo"
Myofascial Release, Sports Massage, Swedish Massage

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Location: Santa Barbara
Phone:
(805) 455-6535
License: CAMTC Lic # #53541
Your Bodys' Best Friend: Kaleo has been a professional body worker for the past 13 years with a lifetime of experience in massage. His massage in an eclectic blend of styles customized to nourish and bring balance to your unique body. He is a dedicated facilitator of healing, and loves what he does, which translates through his touch and devotion to the art of massage. He learned the ancient wisdom and healing techniques of HUNA from his uncle, a Kahuna on Kauai. From his travels he has continued to learn new techniques that I have integrated and developed into a massage that is holistically healing to his clients and himself.
Testimonials: "I got crushed by Kaleo, my most beneficial workout of them all." -Todd Rogers
"Todd got me to go to his massage therapist, and it's paid off!" -
Phil Dalhausser
“I’ve never been able to get into these yoga positions before Kaleo's work!” -Jessica, Yoga Student


See Also:
Rebecca Clark

Paul Zagala

Numerology

Noell Grace

"Grace Numerology"
Numerology, Core Healing, Sound Therapy

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Location: Santa Barbara
Phone:
(805) 403-1063
email:
noell.grace8@gmail.com
Website:
www.gracenumerology.com
Intuitive Soul Path Readings
: Noell uses the ancient science of numerology combined with intuitive wisdom to assist you on your life journey. Gain insight into your purpose, special gifts, key lessons, strengths, challenges,  propensities and path of greatest fulfillment. During your ninety minute reading, you receive not only inspiration and clarity on all aspects of your soul plan, but also an intimate reflection and felt experience of your soul essence...receiving your own love and light more fully. Sessions can be done over the phone or in person for Santa Barbara area residents.
Testimonial: “My numerology reading with Noell was incredibly insightful and way beyond what I expected. She was able to tap into the deepest essence of my being beyond what the numbers alone could have told her. Using her intuition she was able to highlight my gifts and remind me of where I can grow deeper into my heart. I felt the reading to be very inspiring and helpful in navigating my path.”-Jennifer Wilson, Santa Barbara


Reflexology

Katie Mickey, HHP, CMT

Reflexology, Swedish Massage, Shiatsu, Cross Fiber/ Deep Tissue, Polarity Therapy, Emotional Process, Aroma Therapy

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Location: Santa Barbara
Phone: (805) 450-1874
License: CAMTC Lic #18289
Massage from the Master: Katie is an expert in her field with over 30 years of massage experience both in teaching and in healing. She is truly a master of massage skills and techniques offering a quality of healing to her practice that clients won't forget. She offers several practices and will adapt the session to the needs of the client. Katie specializes in opening up energy flows in the body and integrating embodiment practices. Katie's massages offer restorative balance in the tissue layers, fields and flows and in addition address the emotional body component.
Testimonial: "My body loves this bodywork. I still remember how amazing I felt when Katie worked on me at camp. It was the first time I had no pain in months. In fact, I felt even better than I felt before I became so sick with the colitis. I remember walking around afterwards in amazement, the pain had left me and I felt so incredible. I have received a lot of bodywork, but the effects of this work was unlike any other that I have received." -Suzanne Rock'Stierle, entrepreneur, author, webmaster


Katie Mickey
Melissa Franco

Rebecca Clark
Paul Zagala


Noell Grace

"Core Healing"
Sound Therapy, Numerology

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Location: Santa Barbara, skype or phone sessions
email: noell.grace8@gmail.com
Website:
  noellgracesound.com
Vocal Sound Healer offers Core Healing Sessions: Noell offers private sessions in the use of loving awareness and vocal sound to facilitate the healing and release of contracted energy, (emotional wounds), held within the body and energy field. Experience your innate power to heal physical and emotional pain, anxiety, chronic tension and unresolved traumas via the ultimate vibrational medicine....unconditional love and your own voice. Healing Voice sessions naturally result in greater self love, (hence the ability to love others), inner peace and lightness of being. We experience life through our energy field. Sessions can be done in person, (for Santa Barbara area residents), or over the phone or skype.
Testimonials: "My Healing Voice sessions with Noell have helped me heal chronic anxiety, restore normal sleep patterns and release old patterns of self sabotage. I finally know how to be with whatever emotion I'm feeling in a way that is immediately healing and freeing." -W.D.
"After one Core Healing session with Noell, I experienced a palpable shift in my awareness and a very real connection to deeper aspects of my being. Noell skillfully synthesizes her many decades of healing modalities into a powerful, heart-centered and intuitive facilitation - one that gently guides us toward our own self-empowerment and joyful presence." -E.W., Santa Barbara


Sports Massage

Jeff Dutcher, CMT

Gladiator Massage Therapy
Medical Sports Massage, Deep Tissue, Tui Na, Lomi Lomi

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Location: Location: Santa Barbara, Ventura
Address: 1211 Coast Village Rd, Ste. 1, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Phone:
call or text (203) 524-4779
Email: help@gladiatormassage.com
Website: http://www.gladiatormassage.com
License: CAMTC Lic #13987
Pain Relief and Deep Relaxation: Discover lasting pain relief and deep relaxation from my unique combination of healing massage modalities including Deep Tissue Massage, Medical/Sports Massage, Asian Tui Na, Hawaiian Lomilomi, Trigger Point/Acupressure Therapy, Swedish, and Aromatherapy.
Testimonial: "Simply the best! I have had four major neck and shoulder surgeries and finally found a massage therapist that could actually help and not just give a nice rub down. Jeff is a truly gifted professional and knows his business. I highly, highly recommend him. His studio is easy to find in a great area in Montecito. Make your appointment with him - you will not be sorry!"- Martin D., 73, Camarillo


See Also:
Kaleo Naea




Swedish Massage

Paul Zagala, CMP

Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release I & II, Reflexology, Tuina, Access Energy, Prenatal Massage, Acupressure

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Location: Santa Barbara, Santa Ynez
Phone: (805) 350-9633
License: CAMTC Lic # 54964
Email: paul@zagaladesign.com
Swedish Stress Relief:  Paul offers a quality massage guaranteed to relieve stress in the body, mind and spirit. He loved to incorporate Myofascial Release, Deep Tissue and Reflexology into his work for an overall recharge.
Find Yourself in a Relaxed State of Being: “I don’t have any more aches and pains. When I first started attending the Santa Barbara Body Therapy Institute, there was always something that was bothering me; tension here, a pain there. I have learned how to maintain my own health, and now if something is bothering me, I know how to get rid of it. That is a huge improvement! I apply the same techniques I learned for self-care on my clients to benefit their health. Since taking classes at SBBTI, I found myself in a much more relaxed state; I was usually caught up in life’s issues, but now I am more aware of my body.” Paul Zagala, 250hr Graduate, 550hr Student, Full time Massage Therapist at the Bacara Resort

See Also:
Allyson Gomez
Jeff Dutcher
Kaleo Naea
Melissa Franco
Nell Craig

Rebecca Clark

Trigger Point Therapy

Steven Lehner, CMT

Trigger point, Deep Tissue, Sports, Pre-natal, Barefoot, Swedish, Hot Stone

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Location: Santa Barbara
Phone: (805) 452-2295
License: CAMTC Lic # 32107
Email: steven@stevenlehner.com
Website: www.stevenlehner.com (under construction)
Tranformation from one career to another:  Steven completed his 550 hr program in 2012 and has since provided wide-ranging services within spa and private practice settings. After owning and operating a successful painting and finishing company for many years, he decided to pursue a career that would enable him to make a significant difference in the lives of others and contribute to increasing positivity within our society. Furthermore, as someone who received massages on a weekly basis during his career in construction, he not only appreciates the art but also has had a sincere desire to provide to others the same transformative care that he was given. 
An intuitive touch: “I have had many massage therapists and by far you are my single favorite. You have intuitive hands and a spiritual sense about you and you seem to always know exactly what my body needs. You have always greeted me with respect and great care. I have always felt really special when around you and know that you really want to help me feel better - so for that I say THANK YOU, THANK YOU!” – Bryan R. Uhrig 

See Also:
Allyson Gomez

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To join our Community of Healers please contact us and we will be happy to place a listing for you on this page for only $50 for the year. This fee helps to support our students and enables us to continue to offer a wide variety of massage education courses.

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