Meet the Team

We believe in the benefits of a good massage. The team at Massage Manhattan has dedicated their careers to improving the wellness and lives of those around them.

Melissa

Melissa knew her calling was in the wellness industry after using massage therapy to help provide relief from her chronic headaches and migraines. She knew immediately, she wanted to help others in finding that same comfort. Melissa studied and completed massage therapy at Bellus Academy in Manhattan, KS in 2019. She later completed continuing education courses to become certified in Myofascial Release therapy (MFR1, Myofascial Mobilization, Unwinding, MFR2, Fascial-Pelvis) using the John Barnes technique, Cupping, Lymphatic Drainage massage and Oncology massage. Melissa specializes in providing relief to all who suffer from headaches and any long-term pain through the use of MFR, Deep Tissue, Cupping, and LDM which has facilitated working with a wide variety of clients.

Kristi

As a native of her community in the Manhattan area, Kristi finds her passion in helping those lead their lives in comfort. With her free spirit and open-heartedness, her main goal is to set forth relaxation through therapeutic massage, with the help of a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Kristi completed the Massage Therapy Program at Bellus Academy in 2018, in which she was able to acquire the knowledge to meet the needs of her clients through Swedish and Deep Tissue massage. Kristi has, in addition, furthered her education to acquire the knowledge and expertise in Cupping therapy, Lymphatic Drainage massage, Myofascial Mobilization using the John Barnes Myofascial Release technique as well as becoming an attuned Reiki Master.

Chelsey

Chelsey has always found it extremely rewarding to help people. She decided to try out massage school and instantly knew it was the right career path. Chelsey completed massage therapy training at Bellus Academy here in Manhattan, KS in 2015. Chelsey enjoys seeing the instant results her clients show after their sessions, especially through the modalities of Cupping, Deep Tissue, Swedish, Prenatal massage, Myofascial Mobilization using the John Barnes Myofascial Release technique and as an attuned Reiki Master. Chelsey works with many clients suffering from muscle tension, everyday stress, headaches, and anyone suffering from a lack of mobility. Her expertise and caring nature give all her clients the confidence they need that they are in capable hands.

Missy

Missy came across the Denver School of Massage Therapy and was immediately intrigued, deciding to take a tour and find out what all massage had to offer. She fell in love with the charm and familial embrace instantly and knew it was what she wanted to pursue. Missy worked on professional athletes in Dove Valley for a few years before moving to Kansas. Missy specializes in migraine therapy and TMJD through Myofascial Release therapy, loving the individual care massage brings to her clients. Through massage, Missy brings relief to those suffering from headaches, jaw pain, and any other tension her clients may experience structurally through the use of Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, and hot & cold stone therapy. In addition to her continued education focusing on Myofascial Release therapy and TMJD, Missy is pursuing her secondary passion in Equine Massage Therapy, which has let her passion for wellness reach more than just those around her.

Michele

Michele completed her Massage Therapy training in Dallas, Texas, and later earned her CMLDT certification through advanced Manual Lymphatic Drainage training with Klose Training. Discovering her love of the lymphatic system, She went on to open her own private practice specializing in lymphatic massage and wellness before relocating to Manhattan, Kansas where she wishes to continue to bring that same love and passion to clients here.

Her work centers on gentle, lymphatic-focused therapies designed to support circulation, reduce swelling, and assist the body’s natural detox and immune processes. This approach is supportive for post-surgical recovery, ongoing wellness, and nervous system regulation.

Michele works with clients experiencing headaches, disrupted sleep patterns, nasal congestion, anxiety, and hormonal imbalances, including PMS and perimenopausal symptoms.