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Michele
OWNER / CO-FOUNDER
LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPISTNOTE - Swedish Massage may not be booked through the website for Michele.
Michele opened Alleviate Massage and Muscle Therapy in April 2021 and has been a licensed massage therapist since 2005. She grew up in a healthcare-focused family that ran a massage school, chiropractic clinic, and wellness business, which helped shape her passion for healing.
She graduated from the Pennsylvania Institute of Massage Therapy, where she later returned to teach. During her training, she studied with respected instructors like James Waslaski (Integrated Manual Therapy) and Aaron Mattes (Active Isolated Stretching).
Michele is trained in a wide range of techniques including Medical Massage, Oncology Massage, Myofascial Release, Orthopedic Massage, Active Isolated Stretching, Trigger-point Therapy, Cupping, Hot Stone Therapy, Pre- and Post-Natal Massage, Infant Massage, Swedish Massage, and massage for clients with disabilities.
What she enjoys most is helping clients find relief, especially when other treatments haven’t worked. She also finds it rewarding to help people relax and unwind from daily stress. It’s a career she truly loves and often recommends to those who want to make a difference in others’ lives.
*MICHELE IS THE ONLY THERAPIST ON STAFF OFFERING ONCOLOGY MASSAGE*
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Helena
LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST
Helena joined Alleviate Massage and Muscle Therapy in October 2022 and has quickly become an integral part of our practice, offering a wide range of services including Swedish, deep tissue, sports massage, hot stone therapy, cupping, pregnancy massage, and Craniosacral Therapy. She also specializes in myofascial release, assisted stretching, nerve pain relief, headache and TMJ treatments, and musculoskeletal alignment techniques.
Helena’s approach is shaped by both her formal training and personal experience with chronic pain. After finding relief through bodywork herself, she became passionate about helping others experience the same healing. She’s thrilled to be part of the Alleviate team, where she can use her skills to help you feel your best.
Book with Helena today and discover how tailored massage therapy can relieve the unique burdens your body is carrying.
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Kourtne
LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST
NASM-CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER ASSISTED STRETCH PRACTITIONERKourtne joined Alleviate Massage and Muscle Therapy in September 2025. A licensed massage therapist and NASM-certified Personal Trainer, she specializes in medical massage, deep tissue, myofascial release, assisted stretching, sports therapy, lymphatic drainage, and trigger point therapy.
Kourtne creates personalized sessions to restore mobility, reduce pain, and help clients move better, recover faster, and reach their wellness goals.
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Lisa
SCHEDULING DEPARTMENT
OFFICE #: 267-450-9707Lisa assists with calls and texts to help with scheduling appointments and answering any questions you may have.
Her background in the industry started in 1998 upon graduating from the Pennsylvania Institute of Massage Therapy. She then went on to have a wonderful career in massage therapy from 1998 to 2016. She has since left massage to support her husband who has joined the army to serve our country.
Lisa is excited to help others through massage by answering your calls and scheduling you with one of our skilled therapists.
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Chris
CO-FOUNDER
DIRECTORChris, alongside Michele opened Alleviate Massage and Muscle Therapy in April 2021. Prior to opening Alleviate, he has been involved in various projects in the health and wellness industry since 2011.
Chris graduated from Millersville University with his Bachelors Degree in Communication Studies and Public Relations and a minor in Psychology. Currently he is studying to become a certified personal trainer with an emphasis in pain management and nutrition.
At Alleviate, Chris is involved in all aspects of management and operations. He is the man behind the scenes keeping things running so the massage therapists can do what they do best, helping people alleviate pain.