Marastella (Stella) Mercer, LMT
Stella is a Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified Ashiatsu Therapist, and Certified Postural Alignment Specialist with over 23 years of experience, primarily working with chiropractors and physical therapy patients. Her diverse skill set and warm, welcoming demeanor ensure that clients always feel at ease in her presence.
Education and Training
Before her massage career, Stella attended CalArts College in Valencia, California, and Merced Junior College in California, focusing on the arts. She graduated from the Golden State Massage Program in California in 2001 and is licensed in California, Colorado, and Georgia. Her additional education includes
- Whitney Lowe’s Orthopedic Massage Training
- The Central Florida School of Massage Therapy in Orlando, Florida
- The Egoscue Institute in San Diego, California
She also has training in the following methods:
- Sarga Bodywork
- Prenatal Massage
- Cranial Sacral Therapy
- Jin Shin
- Shiatsu
Helping Clients Maximize Their Wellness Potential
Stella specializes in pre and post-rehabilitation, helping clients maximize their wellness potential. She understands the physical toll life events can have on the body, drawing from her personal experience in treating various ailments and relieving pain symptoms at their source.
“Throughout my career, I’ve learned that no two massage sessions are alike. Each individual has unique life experiences and a distinct relationship with their body, which influences their massage preferences and needs.”
This insight allows Stella to customize each session, utilizing her extensive training and life experience to meet the specific needs of her clients.
Combining Methods to Suite Her Clients’ Needs
Stella also excels at blending different styles and techniques to suit each client’s needs best, from treatment-oriented bodywork such as deep tissue, NMT/trigger point therapy, myofascial release, Muscle Energy Techniques (METs), and Active Isolated Stretching (AIS), to soothing and relaxing Swedish massage.
Schedule an Appointment
Whether you’re seeking pain relief or relaxation or just want to feel great, book an appointment with Stella today!
