Meet Our Novi Massage Therapists

Boo is a 10 year veteran of the health and fitness industry. His Fitness Together studio in Novi specializes in helping clients achieve their fitness goals through education about nutrition and the benefits of a structured exercise program.

He is certified as a personal trainer with American Council on Exercise, Apex, and the National Academy of Sports and Medicine. In addition, he has completed many ongoing programs and certifications based on nutrition, biomechanics, functional and balance training. As an avid motivator and educator, he has volunteered his time as a public speaker to promote health and fitness within several school and corporate settings. After many successful years as the owner of Fitness Together Boo has embarked on a new business concept right next door to his FT studio with Elements Therapeutic Massage.

“This was a perfect addition to my Fitness Together location, staying within the growing wellness industry and to offer Massage Therapy at a reasonable cost to everyone that understands the benefits of massage therapy”

The goal at elements will be to provide you with the best service possible. Our highly trained and qualified massage therapists work with you to meet your individual needs. Your time at any elements studio will be the most rejuvenating, relaxing and refreshing part of your day.

Katy was born and raised in the Metro Detroit area. She has travelled across the US, been to Italy and Spain, and also spent time in Guatemala and Japan. She has a masters degree in Architecture. She also mentors 7th graders at a Detroit Public School when not working.

Amanda is originally from Toronto, Canada and relocated to Michigan with her family and has lived here ever since. She has had numerous years of Administrative support experience and thoroughly enjoys interacting with people every day.

Amanda has been blessed with three amazing daughters. Her two oldest are currently attending University, and her youngest is a senior in high school. It truly makes her proud to see what wonderful individuals they have become.

In her free time, Amanda takes pleasure in a multitude of activities and social engagements. She serves as secretary for her daughters High School Choir and Drama groups. Amanda believes you should try to find the positive in every life experience and takes every moment with appreciation and gratefulness.

Amanda is pleased to be working at Elements Therapeutic Massage and is devoted to making your whole experience at Elements a revivifying and peaceful one.

Pat moved throughout the Midwest while growing up.  Her last move was to the Detroit area during her junior year in high school and she has remained in the area ever since.  She retired recently as a school administrative assistant from Northville Public Schools.

Pat has been married to her best friend, Jon, for 32 years and has two grown children.  After graduating from Grand Valley University her son, Sean, moved to Chicago.  Her daughter, Casey, graduated from Western Michigan University.

Pat has been to England and has visited relatives in Ireland and Wales, but her favorite vacation is going with her family to their timeshare in Myrtle Beach. 

Pat is happy to be working at Elements and hopes you have an enjoyable and relaxing experience here.

Our therapists have successfully completed at least 600-800 hours of massage therapy training, have a minimum of 6 months of practical experience, are all properly licensed, and are required to complete 2 continuing educational classes each year. Experienced therapists are matched specifically to clients' individual needs.

Candice graduated from the Everest Institute in Massage Therapy. Her favorite massage modality is Swedish Massage. She likes to work with the client one-on-one to give a personalized massage with needs ranging from a stress-relieving, relaxation massage to knot-releasing therapeutic work. Her philosophy on healing is healing from the hands through energy and touch in order to reach the soul mind & of course body. We are thrilled Candice has joined our staff here at Elements.

Angela L loves performing a variety of techniques to achieve her client's wellness goals. She specializes in swedish, deep tissue, trigger point, sports and myofascial release massage styles. She believes that massage is a powerful healing tool because it stimulates all 11 major body systems in addition to promoting emotional and energetic wellness. Angela believes that regular massage keeps a person looking and feeling young.

Prior to becoming a massage therapist Angela worked for 6 years as a Physical Therapist Assistant, and has a strong background with children with disabilities and elderly clients. 

Angela loves to travel and has been to Europe, Asia, the Caribbean and honeymooned in Hawaii. Her dream vacation would be to spend an unlimited amount of time in Hokkaido, Japan because it is her favorite place in the world.

Jennifer is a Michigan native, graduating from Harrison High School. She attended Irene's Myomassology Institute for massage, and is currently pursuing an Associate's Degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant. Jennifer has travelled across the US and to Canada. Her dream vacation would be to go to India, Spain, as well as the rest of Europe.

Her favorite massage modalities are Swedish, deep tissue and trigger point. She will find the areas of tightness and loosen it up well. Jennifer believes that healing is a process or journey, and that no two processes are alike. Massage on a regular basis helps the healing process a lot.

Before massage, Jennifer worked as a manager of a coffee shop and did IT work for a major car company.

Angela is from Michigan. She graduated from the Everest Institute for Massage Therapy. She enjoys healing through touch & relaxation. Angela believes that by receiving a massage on a regular basis, your body can heal and regain balance. Her favorite massage modalities are Swedish & Prenatal, and can do some deep tissue work.

Someday, Angela would like to visit Hawaii.

Dave graduated from Blue Heron Academy in Grand Rapids, MI in 2008. He grew up in the Detroit area, but also spent time living in Pennsylvania and New York. His dream vacation would be a trip to London and Paris.

David's favorite massage modalities are Swedish and Hot Stone. He loves to provide a little peace in people's hectic schedule. He believes that, "massage is great for people from all walks of life".

Shalena is a native of Georgia, graduating high school in Folkston. She attended the Stautzenberger Institute in Allen Park, MI for Massage Therapy. In addition to Georgia and Michigan, she has lived in North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas and Florida. She has travelled all along the East Coast and into Canada. Someday, she would like to go to Ireland.

Her favorite massage modalities are Swedish, Neuromuscular Therapy and Hot Stone massage. She believes that many people live with a dysfunction in their bodies and experience pain every day, but with regular massage the body can heal itself and cope more readily with pain, stress and muscle ache.

Before becoming a massage therapist, Shalena was an army wife where she supported her husband in the armed forces and her country.

Erinn grew up in Southeast Michigan, living in both Livonia and Garden City. She graduated from Churchill High School in 2004 and attended Irene's Myomassology Institute, graduating in 2011.

Her favorite massage modalities are: therapeutic, sports massage, thai, and shiatsu. In each session with a client, she will integrate many modalities in to the over all treatment plan. She loves doing crainiosacral massage and hopes to become certified in the modality soon. Erinn believes that pills and medications can often mask a problem, but that movement will heal the body.

She has travelled throughout the US, with a favorite place being Disney World. Before becoming a massage therapist, she was a stay-at-home mom to her daughter, Mackenzie.