Meet the Therapists
Kendra Cromwell (Owner/Manager)
—Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays in the office, in-home massage occasional Wednesdays, Fridays, or weekends
530-550-9910 (office number-text and/or call)
Kendra’s massage journey began in 2012, with many more ahead to learn and grow from. It is an honor for her to be a part of the Truckee Massage team and also humbly assume the role as the leader of this business. She mixes a variety of slow, generally deeper, intentional techniques, done in a way to induce relaxation and also relieve chronic pain and tension. She enjoys using trigger points, range of motion, and intuition to provide gentle or deep bodywork. After growing up in North Lake Tahoe, she continued to CU Boulder for a BA in Anthropology, traveled the world and became proficient in Spanish before settling down to eventually become a massage therapist back in her beautiful home. Massage is truly a remarkable way to help other people, learn about the body, and challenge herself. She feels fortunate to have such a rewarding job in such an absolutely magical place.
Jodi Hubbell (Manager)
—Wednesdays, Saturdays & Sundays—
530-550-9910 (office)
I completed my initial training in 2004 and have continued to expand my knowledge and skills over the years. I have studied: Reflexology, Cranial Sacral Rebalancing, Flower Essences, Aromatherapy, Thai massage and Reiki. My massage style blends all of these elements together.
The best compliment I've received (so far) is that I am firm, but gentle (and that was from a college/pro football coach!). If you are a "No pain, no gain" type of client I'll be honest and say that you're better suited to book with a different practitioner. I like to tap into my clients emotional as well as physical state, which is why I love to use flower essences in my work, this does require a small upcharge, but I believe the benefits are more than worth it.
Kristi Ketting
—Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, & Saturdays—CURRENTLY OUT OF TOWN UNTIL LATE FEBRUARY
530-550-9910 (office)
Kristi has been a practicing LMT since 2010. She has over 1400 hours of massage therapy education, along with having completed a 200 hour yoga teacher training, and a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in health and wellness coaching. Her work stems from an innate desire to create positivity and healing in the world. Kristi's style of bodywork is influenced by her extensive training in Swedish and Deep Tissue massage techniques, and her sessions are deeply present and intuitive. Each session is unique and her approach varies organically with the needs of each individual client. She is passionate about creating therapeutic embodiment experiences for her clients, encouraging people to get out of their heads and connect with their bodies. In her free time, Kristi is most likely romping around in the forests of Tahoe with her pup, rocking out to live music, and cooking delicious things.
Nicole Bradford
—Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays—
530-550-9910 (office)
Nicole is an experienced, intuitive, therapeutic body worker specializing in deep tissue, Swedish techniques, myofascial release, hot stone therapy, pre-natal, and sports massage. Nicole has over twenty years experience providing body work for Tahoe locals, visitors, athletes, and celebrities. She has a healing nature and intuitive sense of what her clients need to achieve optimum health and wellness. She describes her massage practice as “an incredible journey” that has taken her to many countries and on many adventures. For years, Nicole was the staff masseuse for the international adventure travel company, Bio Bio Expeditions. In addition to massage, Nicole is passionate about skiing, whitewater kayaking, flow arts, and her family.
Jessie Ysunza
—Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays—CURRENTLY OUT OF TOWN UNTIL LATE APRIL OR MAY
530-550-9910 (office)
A natural desire to serve others has prompted Jessie’s career in massage therapy. After graduating with degrees in Psychology and Philosophy she decided to merge her interest in the human psyche with her passion for health and wellness. Jessie completed her CMT training under a Somatics program, where students learned to bridge the gap between mind and body by facilitating an integrative model of bodywork. With an intuitive approach, she is inspired to assist others along their healing journey by creating unique individualized sessions. She enjoys blending Swedish, Deep Tissue, Reflexology, Shiatsu, Lymphatic and Vibrational Healing Massage. Her work is backed by the intention of clearing physical or energetic blocks, in order to bring optimal flow of energy for the body’s return to homeostasis. If clients desire, a session can be deepened with intention setting, breathwork, and sound therapy tools such as tuning forks and singing bowls - bringing balance to body, mind, & spirit. Please choose this option in the service menu when booking.
Tara Lagree
—Mondays through Friday & occasional weekends —
530-550-9910 (office)
Whether you endure mental stress at work or physical strain on one of Tahoe’s many world-class ski-slopes, my massage will uplift you, both body and mind. Relaxation and stress-relief are integral parts of well-being, as well as key factors in leading a productive life. Let’s work together on getting your body functioning at its ‘peak’ level. I hope to see you soon!
I am a true believer of holistic therapy and I have been practicing bodywork since 2007. I received my massage license at Florida College of Natural Health in Sarasota, Florida, graduating with an Associate’s Degree in Science of Natural Health. I am certified through the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork and a member of the AMTA.
Certified YoMassage Therapist.
Specific massage training specialized in Sport and Neuromuscular Therapy. Other modalities used are Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Muscle Energy Technique, Swedish, Reflexology, Trigger Point therapy, and Active and Passive stretching.
In order to provide you with the best experience, I will match you with the proper therapy for your specific needs.
Willow Esch
-Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays
530-550-9910 (office)
Willow Esch (they/them) is a healer who uses Western Medical Herbalism and Massage Therapy to help their clients experience holistic health. Willow started their career in 2012 as a Certified Athletic Trainer, providing Sports Medicine care for athletes from youth to professional level. Since leaving Athletic Training, Willow has received over 800 hours of training in Western Medical Herbalism from ACORN School in Nevada City, CA and Green Medicine Herb School in Grass Valley, CA. Willow has also completed a 500-hour Massage Therapy Certification from the Massage Therapy Institute in Davis, CA. Willow uses Swedish, Deep Tissue, Acupressure, Reflexology, Cranial Sacral, and Energetic Healing techniques to provide personalized sessions designed to provide pain relief, nervous system restoration, and support healing from injury.
Brooke Wyrd
-Wednesdays and on-call, house calls-
530-550-9910
Brooke started her career in the healing arts in 2012.
She trained for massage at the Hawaiian Islands School of Massage in Captain Cook, HI and Santa Barbara Bodyworks in Santa Barbara, CA. She holds a CST2 certification with the Upledger Institute for Craniosacral and Somatoemotional Release. She is practiced in energy healing, psychic massage (Esalen type of massage) and is a Reiki level 3/Master.
She holds the Sound Healing 2 certification from IASH (International Academy of Sound Healing), from Master Satya Brat.
She is certified in Neurolinguistic Programing and Hypnosis.
She is presently working on workshops and classes and plans to start her teaching career in 2024.
Sage Ardas
-oncall-
530-550-9910 (office)
Sage is an integrative, intuitive healer utilizing root to branch philosophy. Her massage method includes channel theory, acupressure, reflexology, medical qi gong and also works with Ayurveda, pulse and tongue diagnostics nutrition and lifestyle. Her passions include yoga, nature-based play, education and nutrition.
Trent Baldwin
-Tuesday evenings and occasional Saturdays-
530-550-9910 (office)
