Meet our Faculty
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Katie Mickey, HHP, RPP
Director, Instructor, CAMTC #18289, HHP, RPP
Somatic Educator since 1986. Essential Oils, Ethics, Clinic Supervisor, Deep Tissue, Neuroendocrine Physiology/Pathology, Pregnancy, Reflexology, Shiatsu, Swedish Massage.
Owner, director and lead instructor of the Santa Barbara Body Therapy has trained thousands of students in massage therapy and bodywork. Katie has overseen tens of thousands of massages to the greater SBBTI community through SBBTI’s student clinic and community outreach. She has also provided training for Ojai Valley Spa, Valle Verde and Hospice of Santa Barbara. Her graduates are successfully practicing throughout the tri-counties in spas, physical therapy offices, corporate massage venues, and various private practices.
Kathleen's educational background includes: The Institute for Holistic Studies, The Santa Barbara College of Oriental Medicine, The School of Intuitive Massage, The Body Therapy Institute, The International Institute of Reflexology, The Alive Polarity Foundation, The International Academy of Holodynamics, The Upledger Institute, The Integral Institute of Tai Chi and Qigong, The Center for Nonviolent Communication, Access Consciousness, Landmark Education and Leadership Santa Barbara. In addition to her full schedule as Director and Instructor for SBBTI, Katie currently serves on the school advisory board to the California Massage Therapy Council and advisory board to Ophora Water Technologies.
Director, Instructor, CAMTC #18289, HHP, RPP
Somatic Educator since 1986. Essential Oils, Ethics, Clinic Supervisor, Deep Tissue, Neuroendocrine Physiology/Pathology, Pregnancy, Reflexology, Shiatsu, Swedish Massage.
Owner, director and lead instructor of the Santa Barbara Body Therapy has trained thousands of students in massage therapy and bodywork. Katie has overseen tens of thousands of massages to the greater SBBTI community through SBBTI’s student clinic and community outreach. She has also provided training for Ojai Valley Spa, Valle Verde and Hospice of Santa Barbara. Her graduates are successfully practicing throughout the tri-counties in spas, physical therapy offices, corporate massage venues, and various private practices.
Kathleen's educational background includes: The Institute for Holistic Studies, The Santa Barbara College of Oriental Medicine, The School of Intuitive Massage, The Body Therapy Institute, The International Institute of Reflexology, The Alive Polarity Foundation, The International Academy of Holodynamics, The Upledger Institute, The Integral Institute of Tai Chi and Qigong, The Center for Nonviolent Communication, Access Consciousness, Landmark Education and Leadership Santa Barbara. In addition to her full schedule as Director and Instructor for SBBTI, Katie currently serves on the school advisory board to the California Massage Therapy Council and advisory board to Ophora Water Technologies.
Ron Buckley, CAMTC # 14918
Massage Therapist since 2009 Ron coteaches Craniosacral Therapy I Ron is a graduate of SBBTI’s Integrative Massage Therapist Program. Ron is a former Captain in the US Air Force and retired Director from the Tech Industry, who retrained in massage therapy. He conducted a private practice for over a decade and now donates Craniosacral Therapy to those in need and expresses his passion for artistry with ceramics. 
Scott Crawford, CAMTC# 2373
Massage Therapist since 2007 Scott coteaches Business Skills Scott is a graduate of SBBTI’s Massage Technician Program, Esalen Institute’s Deep Bodywork Practitioner Program, Santa Barbara Bodyworks Holistic Health Practitioner Program and the University of California Irvine’s Spa and Wellness Management. He is the owner and CEO of the Massage Collective in Santa Barbara, as well as the creator and owner of Sparkling Spa, Santa Barbara and founder/Director of Soma Get Fit. He conducts a private practice and has been teaching and championing fitness as a lifestyle for more than 20 years. 
Cass Cornish, NTP, CGP
Professional Bodyworker 2003- 2009, Cass completed our Massage Practitioner Program with additional a la carte courses before moving, She continued her Holistic studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Pilates, and Holistic Nutrition. She holds a Masters of Arts in Teaching and is passionate about educating others on the healing power of a nutrient dense diet, healing and sealing the gut and caring for our gut microbiome. She currently conducts a private practice as a Nutritional Therapist specializing in the GAPS protocol (Gut and Psychology/Gut and Physiology Syndrome). |
Keld Hove, CAMTC #47659
Bodyworker since 2009, Keld is a graduate of SBBTI’s 550 hour Massage Therapist Program. Keld is involved in a variety of community building efforts. He serves as an instructor for the Police Academy in community relations and specializes in helping mentally ill and homeless individuals reconnect with society. He runs a nonprofit that teaches bread baking in natural disaster areas, such as Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. He is also a former martial arts instructor. Keld conducts a private practice in Deep Tissue, Trigger Point, Thai and Barefoot.
Bodyworker since 2009, Keld is a graduate of SBBTI’s 550 hour Massage Therapist Program. Keld is involved in a variety of community building efforts. He serves as an instructor for the Police Academy in community relations and specializes in helping mentally ill and homeless individuals reconnect with society. He runs a nonprofit that teaches bread baking in natural disaster areas, such as Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. He is also a former martial arts instructor. Keld conducts a private practice in Deep Tissue, Trigger Point, Thai and Barefoot.
Michael Leary,
Massage Therapist since 2004
Michael teaches: Myofascial Therapy and Thai Massage
Michael Leary is a graduate of Santa Barbara Body Therapy Institute’s Massage Therapist Program with 22 years of bodywork experience. Michael brings complete focus, an intuitive awareness and a nurturing positive energy to each massage. What makes his approach specialized is his knowledge and passion for the mechanics of the human body. Michael currently works as a geriatric care Massage Therapist at Samarkand where he practices Myofascial Release, Thai Massage, Swedish, Deep Tissue and Reflexology. In his free time, Michael also enjoys boxing, calisthenics, listening to music, reading, and spending time with his wife and three children.
Massage Therapist since 2004
Michael teaches: Myofascial Therapy and Thai Massage
Michael Leary is a graduate of Santa Barbara Body Therapy Institute’s Massage Therapist Program with 22 years of bodywork experience. Michael brings complete focus, an intuitive awareness and a nurturing positive energy to each massage. What makes his approach specialized is his knowledge and passion for the mechanics of the human body. Michael currently works as a geriatric care Massage Therapist at Samarkand where he practices Myofascial Release, Thai Massage, Swedish, Deep Tissue and Reflexology. In his free time, Michael also enjoys boxing, calisthenics, listening to music, reading, and spending time with his wife and three children.
Lori Lewis: Bodyworker since 2009, Licensed Attorney since 1990
Lori is a graduate of Esalen Institute in Big Sur as well as the Santa Barbara College of Law and serves now as faculty for both Institutions. She also serves as Chair of the Probate Section of the SB County Bar Association. She is a Board Member for Hospice of Santa Barbara as well as volunteer Massage Therapist for patients and staff.
She conducts a private practice in Deep Bodywork and Esalen Massage at a private retreat space on the Santa Barbara Mesa.
Lori is a graduate of Esalen Institute in Big Sur as well as the Santa Barbara College of Law and serves now as faculty for both Institutions. She also serves as Chair of the Probate Section of the SB County Bar Association. She is a Board Member for Hospice of Santa Barbara as well as volunteer Massage Therapist for patients and staff.
She conducts a private practice in Deep Bodywork and Esalen Massage at a private retreat space on the Santa Barbara Mesa.
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Laura Luongo, CAMTC # 80504
Professional Bodyworker since 2018, Hot Stone Massage, Clinic Supervisor Laura is a graduate of SBBTI’s Holistic Health Practitioner Program. She began her career as a Celebrity Photojournalist. and currently works at the Ritz Carlton Bacara as a senior massage therapist. She also conducts a private practice in Hot Stone Massage, Craniosacral Therapy, Swedish Massage and Deep Tissue. In her free time she frequently massages her own pets and can be found on a local beach doing her Fine Art Photography . |
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Gabriela Radu, CAMTC #62356. Massage Therapist since 2009, Gabriela teaches Trigger Point I &II, Compressive- Deep Tissue and Supervises Swedish clinics Gabriela is a graduate of SBBTI’s Integrative Massage Therapist Program and was mentored privately by SBBTI’s legendary late John Harris in Trigger Point, Barefoot and Sports Massage. She is also a practicing Life Coach and Energy Healer. Gabriela was raised in two European countries and is now settled in Santa Barbara. She holds a BS in Biology, has had a successful career in medical device sales, training, and telemedicine. She currently works as a Spa Massage Therapist at La Rev as well as her own private practice. |
Lesley Weinstock, PA #50908
Physician Assistant since 1981, Massage Therapist since 1988, Certified in Live Blood Cell Analysis since 2012.
Mediator, Live Blood Cell Microscopist, Women’s Health Specialist, Functional Medicine Expert, Facilitator and Teacher of Non Violent Communication (NVC), Family Constellations and the work of Byron Katie. She is a graduate of the New Mexico School of Natural Therapeutics with 1000 hours of massage school training. In her capacity as a facilitator, teacher, educator, massage therapist and health care provider, she empowers people with the knowledge necessary to improve their health and well-being.
Physician Assistant since 1981, Massage Therapist since 1988, Certified in Live Blood Cell Analysis since 2012.
Mediator, Live Blood Cell Microscopist, Women’s Health Specialist, Functional Medicine Expert, Facilitator and Teacher of Non Violent Communication (NVC), Family Constellations and the work of Byron Katie. She is a graduate of the New Mexico School of Natural Therapeutics with 1000 hours of massage school training. In her capacity as a facilitator, teacher, educator, massage therapist and health care provider, she empowers people with the knowledge necessary to improve their health and well-being.
Jennie Zaine CAMTC #67394
Professional bodyworker since 2009
Clinic Supervisor, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Swedish Massage, Visceral Lymphatic
Jennie is a graduate of SBBTI's 1000 hour Holistic Health Practitioner Program. In her practice she offers listening through touch and mindful presence. Jennie imparts a deep respect for the being aspect of relating or engaging in the tissues within the bodywork session. Her presence is an ongoing support for the daily operations of the Institute much like fascia within the body, she brings cohesion and order to the space within. She is SBBTI’s Environmental Warrior of Entropy.
Professional bodyworker since 2009
Clinic Supervisor, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Swedish Massage, Visceral Lymphatic
Jennie is a graduate of SBBTI's 1000 hour Holistic Health Practitioner Program. In her practice she offers listening through touch and mindful presence. Jennie imparts a deep respect for the being aspect of relating or engaging in the tissues within the bodywork session. Her presence is an ongoing support for the daily operations of the Institute much like fascia within the body, she brings cohesion and order to the space within. She is SBBTI’s Environmental Warrior of Entropy.
