Meet Our Massage Therapists in Branford, CT

Education: Cortiva 2018
Favorite Area Of Focus: Back
Specialties: Swedish, Trigger Point Therapy, Deep Tissue, Stretching, Myofascial, Oncology Massage, Cupping, Himalayan Salt Stones, Hot Stones, Prenatal, Herbalritual, Aromaritual, & Energy work.
Joined Elements Team: December 2022
Favorite Quote: " It's important to point out that mental health is more about wellness rather than sickness." - Matt Purcell
Favorite Place Visited: Petrified Forest

Testimonials

"I’ve been getting 90-minute massages from Chris for a few months. He is easily the best massage therapist I’ve ever come across. He knows just how to find the right pressure points, and is capable of incredible deep-tissue work. I always leave elements massage in a daze. I strongly recommend Chris and Elements Massage to anybody!" - K.R.

Philosophy on Healing:

Christopher is intuitive, attentive and tuned in. His attention to detail, personalized adjustments and all the ‘little touches” are what make a massage booked with him a comfortable, relaxing and deeply therapeutic experience. Specializing in Swedish, myofascial release,  deep-tissue and trigger-point-release-therapy massage, Christopher is excellent at finding the perfect pressure for you that is right on target for your specific needs. 

Education: CCMT-Newington & Masters in Fine Arts from Ffld U
Favorite Area Of Focus: Any area people need to help them relax
Specialties: General Relaxation Massage, Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Sports Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Prenatal, Himalayan Salt Stone, Hot Stone, Herbalritual, & Aromaritual
Joined Elements Team: January 2022
Favorite Quote: Don't cry because it is over. Smile because it happened." - Dr. Suess
Favorite Place Visited: All National Parks

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Pat did a wonderful job with me only giving her a brief description of what ails me, she 💯 had me walking out feeling great! She was extremely polite & professional. - D.R.

Friendly staff, knowledgeable and professional massage therapists. Pat, my massage therapist, always goes above and beyond to ensure any problem areas are addressed and that my experience is enjoyable. - R.B.

BIO:

Pat comes to us with  OVER 20 years of experience as a Licensed Massage Therapist. She is nationally recognized as being board-certified in therapeutic massage and bodywork. She has an eclectic practice to help people of all ages to relax as well as aid their muscle to recover from over working, stress, and daily trauma. Pat uses many methods to help her clients including: General relaxation Massage, Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Sports Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Ashiatsu Oriental Bar therapy, Facial massage, and other techniques.

Education: Cortiva Institute
Favorite Area Of Focus: Hips, low back, glutes
Specialties: Myofascial Release, Deep tissue, Stretching, Cupping, Himalayan Salt Stones, Hot Stones, Herbalritual, & Aromatherapy.
Joined Elements Team: March 2023
Favorite Quote: "Move a muscle, change a thought" -Doyle
Favorite Place Visited: Corsica, France

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Becky was AMAZING. She really worked on exactly what I needed and was communicative the whole time. Superb service. (Elements Branford is always amazing!)- T.K.

Becky was phenomenal, personable and tended to my specific needs- D.D.

BIO:

Graduated from Cortiva Institute of Massage therapy in November 2022. Becky has lived many different lives before arriving at her true calling of being a Massage Therapist. She has lived in many places in New England from the mountains of New Hampshire to the beaches of Cape code. Her focus on Massage therapy comes from the intrinsic search to balance the physical, mental, and spiritual body. Becky's love for the craft, shows through her massages as she helps you become your best feeling and moving self.

Education: Cortiva Institute of Massage Therapy 2022
Favorite Area Of Focus: The Back
Specialties: Swedish, Prenatal, Himalayan Salt Stone, Hot Stone, Aromaritual, & Herbalritual
Joined Elements Team: April 2023
Favorite Quote: "Nothing is so healing as the human touch." - Bobby Fischer
Favorite Place Visited: Bermuda

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I came for relaxation and some self care. I left feeling like a whole new person. Everyone was incredibly kind and welcoming. Rachel was perfect. Perfect pressure, presence, everything. She created a wonderfully peaceful environment, worked out knots I’ve had probably for years, and made sure I was comfortable the entire time. Five stars - have already recommended to others. - J.M.

Philosophy on Healing: 

I believe that massage is a way to nourish our mind and body, while also strengthening our connection to ourselves. Being able to help others improve their body and mind with massage makes me happy and is one of the reasons why I got into massage.

Education: CT Center for Massage Therapy
Specialties: Swedish, Myofascial, Deep Tissue Massage, Sports, Trigger Point Therapy, General Polarity, Chakra Balancing, & Acupressure.
Joined Elements Team: September 2023

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Aside from being clean, quiet and very professional, my neck and hip are renewed more and more after each session. Sonia, has worked her magic on me every other week and the result is so wonderful that I'm able to do Zumba classes again, at 65. Her ability to massage ligaments in my body that were very painful and difficult to stretch (my hips especially) are getting more and more malleable. - L.W.

BIO:

A skilled massage therapist with over 10 years of experience in a range of healing modalities. Her goal is to provide a bodywork that honors the body, mind and heart of each client.

Education: Cortiva Institute
Favorite Area Of Focus: Upper back, forearms, legs
Specialties: Swedish, Deep Tissue Massage, Myofascial, Trigger Point Therapy, Himalayan Salt Stones, Hot Stones
Joined Elements Team: February 2024
Favorite Quote: “The impossible is often a relative term” - Michio Kaku
Favorite Place Visited: Grand Canyon

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Brian was my massage therapist. He was excellent- really identified the issue I came in for and specifically addressed it. He also described what he was doing and why to help improve my discomfort. Not ‘just’ a massage. Rather a skilled massage that really helped me.
I’ll be back and highly recommend. - J.H.

Philosophy on Healing:

Bryan is always present and listening with care, with a healing, understanding intent and calm aura. With a focus on slow, rhythmic, light/deep techniques and focus work on problem areas that are either the cause of daily pain, or areas we don’t even realize are hurting, he strives to give a client-centric customized session. Bryan really cares about reducing pain and aiding in healing the mind-body connection and helping our minds to feel embodied, relaxed, and rejuvenated once more.

Education: Cortiva Institute
Specialties: Deep Tissue, Swedish, Himalayan Salt Stones, Hot Stones, Herbalritual, Aromatherapy, & Cupping
Joined Elements Team: November 2023

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Daniel was excellent and his ability to pinpoint my specific areas of tension and relieve some discomfort was awesome! - F.R.

Excellent quality deep tissue massage. - C.C.

BIO:

A graduate from Cortiva Institute. Daniel is a mature and organized individual with experience in professional Therapeutic Massage. He uses a variety of massage modalities and styles. Specializes in relaxation.

Education: Cortiva
Favorite Area Of Focus: Any area of the body that requires stretching.
Specialties: Swedish, Stretching, Deep Tissue, Cupping, Herbalritual, & Aromaritual.
Joined Elements Team: April 2024
Favorite Quote: "Massage is the only form of physical pleasure to which nature forgot to attach consequences."- Robert Breault
Favorite Place Visited: Amsterdam

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Shevalle was great; my back pain is gone- M.M.

I was completely comfortable the entire time and Shevalle was fantastic! I will be booking again and recommending others to go as well. - K.R.

Education: Bodysoul & Bodyworks School VT
Favorite Area Of Focus: face, neck, & shoulders
Specialties: Swedish, Deep Tissue Massage, Prenatal Massage, Herbalritual, Aromaritual, Hot Stone, and Himalayan Salt Stones
Joined Elements Team: June 2024
Favorite Quote: "Health is the ultimate wealth. Invest in yourself daily, and watch the dividends of vitality pay off."
Favorite Place Visited: Key West, Florida

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Very friendly and wonderful service. - T.W.