Recommended Rhode Island Massage Therapists and Practitioners
Massage Therapists
Healing Hands :: Karin Wuenscher, LMT: Karin focuses on Deep Tissue, Cranial Sacral and Energy Work. She is also trained in Visceral Manipulation and Prenatal Massage and is an Occupational Therapist. Her office is in downtown Westerly in the Brown Building. You can reach her at 860-235-9122. Her AMTA profile lists more information.
Bryn Merida, LMT: Located in North Kingstown. Bryn is most passionate about perinatal massage, chronic pain management, and injury rehabilitation, specializing in relaxation and neuromuscular techniques. She can be reached at 401-699-4200 or https://www.thebodyworkcollaborative.com
Stacey Patterson, LMT: Located in North Kingstown. Stacey is currently training to be an Occupational Therapist and brings this advanced knowledge to her massage work. She can be reached at 401-684-1615 or StaceyPattersonLMT.clinicsense.com
Joe Swinski, LMT: Joe is in Wakefield, specializing in chronic issues. His approach to massage is a therapeutic/clinical one, offering relaxation while working any troubled areas as needed. Joe can be reached at (401)749-7904. More information is available on his website.
The International Association of Healthcare Practitioners: Find massage therapists trained by the Upledger or Barral Institutes.
Practitioners
Dr. Michael Preneta (Doctor of Chiropractic, MS Sports Science and Rehabilitation): Wickford Chiropractic & Wellness Center in North Kingstown at 610 Ten Rod Rd. Dr. Preneta can be reached at 401-295-9767 orwww.wickfordchiro.com.
Jessie's Whole-istic Care: Jessie is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who synthesizes experiential psychotherapy, ayurvedic healthcare and yogic therapies into her counseling approach. Learn more at www.jessieswhole-isticcare.com.
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