Meet Our Massage Therapists and Estheticians in Branford, CT

Education: Academy Di Cappelli

Favorite Area Of Focus: neck, shoulders, lower back & feet
Specialties: Swedish, Deep Tissue, Prenatal, Cupping, Lymphatic Drainage, Herbalritual, Aromaritual, Hot Stone, and Himalayan Salt Stones
Joined Elements Team: October 2024
Favorite Quote: "Health is the ultimate wealth. Invest in yourself daily, and watch the dividends of vitality pay off."

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Very friendly and wonderful service. - T.W.

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: Branford Hall Career Institute
Favorite Area Of Focus: Back & Legs
Specialties: Swedish, Lymphatic Drainage
Joined Elements Team: May 2025
Favorite Quote: "Be excellent to eachother." - Bill & Ted
Favorite Place Visited: Kuai Hawaii

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"Diane is the best!!! She understands me, she tries new techniques, and she goes above and beyond. I have gained back movement, I am in less pain, and I sleep better."

Diane specializes in a gentle, soothing massage that helps clients unwind and recharge. With a pressure level of 2/3, she is ideal for those seeking a lighter touch and a deeply relaxing experience. Diane uses Swedish massage techniques - smooth, flowing strokes to relieve tension and promote a sense of calm. Whether you're new to massage or simply looking to de-stress, Diane creates a peaceful environment where relaxation comes naturally.

Education: Branford Hall
Favorite Area Of Focus: Feet, Shoulders, Lower Back, Hands
Specialties: Deep Tissue, Swedish, Prenatal, Hot Stone, Lockjaw, Headaches, Pain Relief
Joined Elements Team: September 2025
Favorite Place Visited: London, Paris & Italy

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Jeanifer has helped my lower back pain in one visit more than chiropractors and PT have. I booked
another one the same week! 🤣

Education: Branford Hall Career Institute 2011
Favorite Area Of Focus: The Cranium & Feet
Specialties: Deep Tissue, Swedish, Reflexology, Cranial Massage, Oncology Massage, Prenatal, Cupping, Hot Stone, & Aromaritual
Joined Elements Team: January 2020
Favorite Quote: "It's not how deep you go, it's how you go deep."- Dr. Ida Rolf, creator of Structural Integration.
Favorite Place Visited: Acadia National Park, The entire state of Colorado, & Savannah, GA.

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Great reflexology. Lauren is fantastic- D.B.

Absolutely love Elements and Lauren is a true star! She is so warm and welcoming and makes you feel comfortable throughout the entire process. Also, she is very knowledgeable in her field and takes the time to thoroughly explain any questions you may have. - M.A.

Philosophy on healing:

Deep tissue work can be uncomfortable, but it should never be painful.  Lauren will guide you through breathing techniques to help ease the body into releasing tension and pain while giving a customized massage to your body's individual needs. Whether it's a relaxing swedish, deep tissue massage, lymphatic drainage or reflexology session, Lauren will always assist you on your bodys journey to a healthier more relaxed lifestyle. Believing if you can breath through it, then you can make it through. 

Education: The Massage School, Easthampton MA
Favorite Area Of Focus: Rhomboids, Neck
Specialties: Himalayan Hot Stones, Trigger Point
Joined Elements Team: November 2025
Favorite Quote: "You have within you more love than you could ever understand" - Rumi
Favorite Place Visited: Vietnam

I believe massage can reduce stress. Stress is a huge factor in how we feel on a daily basis, on a mental, physical or spiritual level. Healing is based on individual needs and is a process that takes time to integrate. Deep tissue massage helps get to the root of the issue and can promote overall wellness as do other therapies. We can retrain our muscles, nervous systems, and brains to live in a more relaxed and at ease state. Lorna can target specific issues in the body and help bring the body/mind back into balance.

Education: Ct Center for Massage Therapy - Newington, Batchelors of Science Unconn, Masters in Fine Arts from Fairfield Univ.
Favorite Area Of Focus: Wherever the client needs or wants to work for relaxation.
Specialties: General Relaxation Massage, Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, Lymphatic Drainage, 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 - All outdoors beaches, trees, forests on the water/in a kayak.

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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, Lymphatic Drainage, Trigger Point Therapy, Ashiatsu Oriental Bar therapy, Facial massage, and other techniques.

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: Cortiva Institute
Favorite Area Of Focus: Back
Specialties: Swedish, AromaRitual, HerbalRitual, Himalayan Salt Stone & Hot Stone Massage
Joined Elements Team: February 2025

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He is very knowledgeable and professional. The addition of the CBD oil was extremely helpful for my painful back and joints.

Sean is a graduate of Cortiva Institute. He enjoys combining therapeutic & relaxation techniques to create a well rounded experience.  His philosophy on healing: "I believe healing is a journey that involves both body & mind through intentional touch and customized treatments. I aim to help clients reconnect with their bodies, release stress & restore balance."

Education: CT Center for Massage Therapy
Favorite Area Of Focus: Neck, Hips, Legs, & Feet.
Specialties: Swedish, Deep Tissue Massage(Firm Pressure), Sports, Passive Stretching, Myofascial, Trigger Point Therapy, Cupping, General Polarity, Chakra Balancing, & Acupressure.
Joined Elements Team: September 2023
Favorite Quote: "Through massage, we are reminded of the body's language & wisdom."
Favorite Place Visited: Italy, France, & China

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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.