Meet Our Palatine Massage Therapists

Beata's philosophy on healing: "Always be yourself, meditate, practice yoga, eat heathy food, and maintain a positive attitude."

Beata was born in Poland and has thus traveled extensivel through her home country.  Currently Beata resides in the northwest suburbs of Chicago.  Before finding massage therapy, Beata was a dental assistant. 

Beata attended Everest College of Massage Therapy in Skokie.  Her favorite massage modalities are deep tissue and neuromuscular therapy.  Beata's dream vacation would be a 7 day stay at a "beautiful spa". 

Brittany’s philosophy on healing: “Massage is the ultimate healer.  It eases the mind, body and spirit in a natural, efficient way.”

Brittany attended Everest College and received her diploma in Therapeutic Massage.  She is planning on earning her associates degree in Applied Science so she can study physical therapy.  Brittany favorite massage modalities are mostly deep tissue massages.  “I like to do deeper work, because I like to make a significant impact in a therapeutic way.  I enjoy rubbing the knots out and releasing built up tension.  I also enjoy soothing and relaxing massages just as well!” 

Brittany was born in Biloxi, MS.  Her and her family then moved to McHenry, IL while she was still very young and has lived here ever since.  She has vacationed in many places; some including, Florida, Mississippi, Northern Wisconsin, Europe where she traveled through Italy, France and Amsterdam.   Her dream vacation would be a trip to somewhere tropical, preferably an island such as Barbados or Jamaica!

Christina's philosophy on healing: "I believe healing starts within as well as externally.  Having awareness of ones own body & having the faith, knowledge, and strength to follow your inner guide to a more full-filling, blissful and healthy life."

Christina was born and raised in northeast Ohio.  Growing up, Christina has visited places such as New York, New Jersey, Florida, San Juan, St. Thomas, St. Marteen, Toronto, Las Vegas, Nashville, Atlanta, and Alabama.  Her dream vacation, however, would be a trip to Italy. 

Having graduated Frederick Community College, Christina enjoyed a career as an endodontist assistant.  She also graduated from The Cortiva Institute of Massage Therapy, certifying her in massage therapy.  Christina's favorite massage modalities include swedish and deep tissue, she "loves working on areas of pain in the back, neck, shoulders, arms, and hands.  "

Gina’s philosophy on healing: “I believe in the treatment of the spirit, soul and body. The balance of all three is needed to maintain health.  I also believe the body has the ability to heal itself and massage helps facilitate the process.”

Gina was born and raised in Chicago, which is where she attended the Chicago School of Massage Therapy-Cortiva.  Her favorite massage modalities are myofascial release, clinical massage, lymphatic drainage and deep tissue.

Before finding massage therapy, Gina was a customer service representative for United Airlines.  And while working for the airlines she was lucky enough to be able to travel all over the United States and England. Gina's dream vacation would be to either Costa Rica or Thailand.

Jacqui’s philosophy on healing: "Symmetry and balance of the whole body leads to health, allowing for the body to maintain and function in a self-healing manner."

Jacqui was born in England and has since been lucky enough to live in New York City, Long Island, Pennsylvania and St. Louis.   She attended Arizona State of Integrated Studies, College of Lake County for massage therapy, and Webster University where she received a Bachelor in Art.  She has been fortunate to travel all over the world, including England, France, Switzerland, Germany and many of the states.  Her dream vacation would be to sail around the Greek Islands.

Her favorite massage modalities are myofascial release, sports massage, polarity and muscular activation techniques.  Jacqui continues her education and has received certification in precision neural mobilization. 

Joan’s philosophy on healing: "I strive to introduce and educate people on the benefits of massage therapy."

Joan grew up in northern Wisconsin and lived there until her twenties, and then moved to Chicago, IL.  Before finding massage therapy, Joan was attending Phoenix University where she received her degree in business.  Besides being a massage therapist, Joan is also a human resource manager for the last 15 years.

Joan attended the Chicago School of Massage Therapy and her favorite massage modalities are hot stone massage, custom work massage, and Reiki.

Joanna's philosophy on healing: "Massage is not a luxury.  Massage is a preventative method.  Massage, diet and exercise are the way to go."

Joanna was born Wroclaw, Poland.  In her younger years, Joanna enjoyed being a lifeguard and studied for competition in Mono Fin.  Joanna has traveled extensively throughout European countries including Italy, Germany, Greece, Romania, Hungary, Slovakia and Czech Republic.  Her dream vacation would be a trip to Hawaii or "anywhere warm".

Joanna became a licensed massage therapist while in Poland, and has also received an associate's degree in human services (CADC) from Oakton Community College.  Her favorite massage modality is deep tissue. 

Julie's philosophy on healing: The body is an amazing biomechanical machine, capable of rejuvinating and healing with the proper facilitation.  I am that facilitator.

Julie grew up here in Palatine, and spent a few years living in the Rogers Park neighborhood of Chicago.  Before massage, Julie was "your local neighborhood waitress serving up delicious cuisine." Julie has seen many sights of the US, including Portland OR, Denver CO, Miami FL, and St. Paul MN.  Her dream vacation would be a trip to the Fiji Islands, however she doesn't do very well on long flights.

Julie graduated from the Chicago School of Massage Therapy in 2007.  Her favorite Massage modalities are clinical deep tissue and myofacial.

Laura’s philosophy on healing: “I love promoting wellness-whether it’s massage or making time to do what you love.  Health is about balance.”

Before finding massage therapy, Laura was on track to be part of the world of arts.  She still paints with water colors and draws in her free time as a hobby, but found massage therapy to be a natural thing for her.  She studied massage at Cortiva Institute of Massage in Chicago and has been in love with the career ever since.  When asked what her favorite massage modalities were, she said “I really like utilizing myofascial techniques, deep tissue and I think a great Swedish is very beneficial in reconnecting the body.”

Laura loves the desert and the mountains, so her favorite places to vacation are California, Arizona and New Mexico.  Her dream vacation would be a trip to Europe or South America.

Laura Beth’s philosophy on healing: “Touch was never meant to be a luxury. Human touch facilitates healing of the mind, body and spirit."

Laura Beth graduated from Cortivia Institute: Crystal Lake School of Massage Therapy in 2011 and has been practicing ever since.  Her favorite massage modalities are reflexology and myofascial. Before finding massage therapy Laura Beth worked in corporate America until she finally found her place in massage therapy!

Laura Beth grew up in Dixon, Illinois and moved to the suburbs five years ago, where she lives in Cary, IL. She has been fortunate enough to travel to Turks and Caicos, Mexico, Florida, California, Arizona and Las Vegas! Her dream vacation would be to go anywhere in the Caribbean and Greece.

Lore’s philosophy on healing: “Massage therapy is not a luxury, but instead a necessity in the process of healing the body, mind, and spirit.”

Originally from Romania, Lore has a degree in Elementary Education from Pedagogic College (in Romania) and worked in the field previous to becoming a massage therapist.  She also holds a degree in Office Technologies from Triton College in Illinois.  Lore studied massage therapy at the Illinois School of Health Careers and has been practicing since.  She loves all kinds of massage therapy and enjoys including stretches and suggestions for her clients for their at home care.

Lore has traveled to Michigan, Indiana, Illinois and Wisconsin.  She adores going on fishing/camping trips with her daughter and husband.  Outside of the US, Lore has been to Cancun, Acapulco, Mexico, Toronto, and Niagara Falls.  Her dream vacation is to see and explore Egypt.

Lucie’s philosophy on healing: The body has a possibility of quick healing with the help of massage therapy.  I strongly believe that massage can help put people back on track; physically, sociologically, and mentally.

Lucie studied massage at the European Massage Therapy School in Skokie, IL and has lived in Chicago as well, however Lucie was born in the Czech Republic.  Lucie’s favorite massage modalities are Swedish massage, deep tissue work, and prenatal massage.

Lucie has been lucky enough to travel extensively around the world.  Places she has been include the Czech Republic, Poland, Germany, Italy, Bulgaria, Florida, and Colorado.  Her dream vacation would be a trip back to the Czech Republic because there a many historical places that she has not yet experienced.  When she is not massaging, she loves being a mom!

Olga’s philosophy on healing: Healing is a natural thing.

Olga was born and raised in Ukraine and just in the past few years moved to Chicago, IL.  She studied massage therapy at the European Massage Therapy School and has been practicing ever since.  Olga comes from a family of doctors and understands in great detail the benefits of massage therapy.  Her favorite massage modalities are Swedish massage and BMT. 

Outside of being a massage therapist, Olga has another very important job-being a mom!  She misses Ukraine very much and often travels there, but her dream vacation would be to a big forest, to escape from it all!

Sue’s philosophy on healing: Massage therapy facilitates the body’s natural healing process.  Allow me to be your facilitator.

Sue grew up in Illinois and has lived here all her life, except for the 7years in which she served in the Army.  She attended Chicago School of Massage and graduated in 2004 as a massage therapist.  Her favorite massage modalities are myofascial release, sports massage, trigger pot therapy and repetitive use therapy. 

While in the Army she had the privilege of traveling all over, to places such as Hawaii, Europe, and various places throughout the United States.  Her dream vacation however, would be anywhere warm with a beach!

Suzanne’s philosophy on healing: "Healing deals with the body as a whole, if one thing doesn’t function correctly everything is affected.  Therefore, it’s more important to maintain a healthy mind, body, and spirit since they are all one."

Suzanne was born and raised in Illinois and attended Harper College where she earned her massage therapy certification.  Before finding massage therapy, she was working in retail but knew it wasn’t for her.  Her favorite massage modalities are deep tissue and Swedish.  She is also interested in learning prenatal and infant massage in the future. 

Suzanne has taken many family vacations all over the states; however her dream vacation would be a trip to Ireland or Scotland since that’s where her ancestry is from!

Tatyana’s philosophy on healing: Healing should be natural, natural relaxation with the touch of hands that have good energy.

Tatyana was born and raised in Russia, but has traveled all over, some places including; California, Ohio, New York, Texas, Kentucky, Wisconsin, and Florida.  She is now living in Buffalo Grove, Illinois.  Tatyana obtained a Bachelors and a Masters in Education from Petersburg University in Russia.  She majored in Biology and Geography before she found her passion for massage therapy and was an elementary and high school teacher for biology and geography, and still loves teaching. 

Tatyana attended the International Academy of Massage here in Illinois and has been practicing ever since.  Her favorite massage modalities are reflexology and Swedish.  Although Tatyana has traveled all over, her dream vacation would be to either Japan, Australia, or around the Pacific Islands.

Vladimir's philosophy on healing: "Pain is weakness leaving the body."

Vladimir was born in Serbia, and has been fortunate enough to visit beautiful countries such as Germany, Greece, and Mexico. He hopes someday to see Jamaica. 

Before finding massage therapy, Vladimir worked in the pharmaceutical industry, making tooling.  Vladimir attended and graduated from the Solex Medical Academy for massage therapy.  His favorite massage modality is deep tissue and stretching. 

Kristi's philosophy on healing: I believe that taking care of yourself will always promote proper healing.

Kristi was born in Latvia, Europe.  At a young age she moved to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and continued on to Chicago.  She now resides in Algonquin.  Kristi has been fortunate enough to have traveled through France, England, and Germany, although her dream vacation would be a trip to Los Angeles, California!

Before finding massage, Kristi was employed at a restaurant.  She is currently attending Harper College for Business Management. 

Kristi's favorite massage modality is swedish massage.

Kelly's philosophy on healing: "I believe the relaxation on the body, mind, and spirit helps our body connect with itself and communicate."

Kelly has lived in many of the northwest suburban towns of Chicago, including Crystal Lake, Algonquin, Fox River Grove, and Richmond, where she resides currently.  Kelly has traveled to many states in the country, including California, Florida, Virginia, Colorado, and Missouri. However, her dream vacation would be a trip to Ireland and Scotland.

Before finding massage therapy, Kelly worked in office administration.  She has also been through schooling for medical assisting. 

Kelly's favorite massage modalities include Swedish and Deep Tissue.

Dominique’s philosophy on healing: “I believe in natural healing.  The body works certain ways for certain reasons and reduction of stress will bring out less sick people.”

Dominique has lived in Illinois all her life, some cities including Chicago, Mundelein, and Crystal Lake.  She received her Associates in Applied Science from College of Lake County.  She recently finished her classes at Cortiva School of Massage Therapy is working on becoming licensed.  She will then join our team of therapists!  Her favorite massage modality is a Swedish massage; she believes that a relaxing Swedish massage can do wonders for a human body and mind. 

Dominique has family in California and enjoys traveling there often, as well as Florida, Wisconsin and Michigan.  However, her dream vacation would be to a beach with white sand and clear blue water-relaxation at its finest!

Jesse’s philosophy on healing: "To maintain balance in your physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual parts of being. "

Jesse had originally been pursuing a career in massage therapy, however due to a car accident he could no longer do massage.  He instead attended the University of South Carolina and studied English.  Before coming to Elements, Jesse managed a welding and fabricating office in Wheeling.

His favorite massage modalities include deep tissue and trigger point therapy.  Jesse has been lucky enough to live in Oregon, California, South Carolina and Chicago.  However, his dream vacation would be a trip to Japan or eastern Asia.