Therapeutic Massage

Mikaela is a dedicated licensed massage therapist and Santa Cruz native. She has a deep passion for helping people improve their mind-body connection, treat chronic pain, and improve their daily physical strength and performance. She graduated from San Francisco School of Massage Therapy & Bodywork as well as Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo where she completed her Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology/Exercise Science, all of which continued to drive her fascination for human anatomy and overall wellness. Receiving massage therapy has always been a helpful tool for improving her own understanding of the body and healing process, consequently becoming a major factor in choosing this career path. 

After graduating from San Francisco School of Massage & Bodywork, Mikaela utilizes a combination of relaxing Swedish style along with therapeutic sports massage techniques for a holistic and individualized approach based on each client’s needs. With clients Mikaela uses specific techniques for individual client’s needs, including the use of compression and range of motion assessments, Swedish & deep tissue, myofascial and trigger point release, pin and stretch, passive ROM, PNF, traction, and mobilization. Whether you are seeking preventative care, deep and targeted work, improved athletic performance, treating chronic pain, or just achieving overall relaxation, Mikaela will ensure those needs are met in each session. 

Outside of work, you will likely find Mikaela enjoying her time outside (preferably in the sun) going for walks, running, surfing, and biking. As an advocate of rest and recovery, she can often be found in the kitchen cooking, listening to music, stretching, and dancing.