MEET OUR TEAM
Kelli Wentzell
Founder
Principal Massage Therapist
Kelli Founded Theracopia when she graduated from Spa Tech Institute in 2004.
She specializes in preventive and rehabilitative therapeutic massage and can also provide you with an exceptional relaxation massage. She has taken numerous industry-specific continuing education classes over the years to enhance her skill set.
She is also a Certified Essential Oils Specialist, Certified Infant Massage Teacher and Certified Yoga Instructor.
Kelli is committed to giving back to her community and is also a contributing Board Member for Project Smile.
Jill Poisson
Lead Massage Therapist
Jill is a 2005 graduate of Bancroft School of Massage Therapy, an American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) member and has been with us for 10 years.
Jill specializes in therapeutic deep tissue massage for all ages and all levels of athletic ability. Jill has become very passionate about self-care for not only for herself yet for our clients as well. She is also a USANA Associate - which is a cellular nutrition company.
Jill's background is in healthcare, being a former Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in facilities, in homecare and family members’ care. She also aquired skills in cabinet making through her high school trade.
Jill enjoys spending time with her husband and sons doing everything outdoors, from gardening, hiking/backpacking, waterskiing, camping and loves to write poetry.
Michelle Nowlan
Associate Massage Therapist
Michelle is a 2011 graduate of Spa Tech Institute and is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) and has been with us for 11 years.
She began her career with the intention of helping people feel better in body, mind and spirit.
Over the years, she has found that these things aren't as separate as they seem!
Michelle tailors each massage for every client in order to meet their specific needs; however, she specializes in therapeutic deep tissue massage, as well as relaxation techniques and Reiki energy treatments.
When she isn't working at Theracopia, she enjoys working at her bench making jewelry, reading, dancing with a hula hoop, and hanging out with her cat Puddy.
Danette V. Mucaria, LMT
Associate Massage Therapist
Danette is a 2003 graduate of the Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy. She specializes in therapeutic massage for rest and relaxation. She works with an integrated approach using different modalities and pressure suited to your needs. She believes in the importance of maintaining mind/body wellness and balance in our busy lives.
Danette is also an LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) with 20 years of experience in providing mental health services with different populations in a variety of psychiatric settings. Her experience and awareness from her work compliment her massage therapy practice in facilitating a safe, grounding, and relaxing massage through a focused intent in helping clients fully enjoy the benefits of receiving massage whether it’s for preventative measures, relaxation and/or addressing ailments.
Danette is trained in Classic Western Massage/Swedish Massage, Acupressure, Deep Tissue, Sports Massage and Prenatal Massage. She is Nationally Certified and an AMTA member.
Emma Bartolini, CYT
Certified Yoga Teacher
Emma is a CYT 200 HR Yoga Teacher and also has training in Gentle Vinyasa Flow, Restorative Yoga, Chair Yoga and is a Certified Children's Yoga Teacher.
Emma offers creative flow style classes that bring movement to the body and stillness to the mind. Her passion for movement arts shines through with influences that engage students in dynamic sequences. Her classes incorporate slower, stress-relieving flows with mindful breathing, and restful meditations.
Georgia Johnson, CYT
Certified Yoga Teacher
Georgia is a CYT 200 HR Yoga Teacher and meditation instructor enabling her to provide support to anyone wishing to deepen their meditation practice.
Georgia believes in the healing power of yoga for everyone. In her yoga classes, students will reset, rejuvenate and step calmly back into the flow of life.
JOIN OUR TEAM
We are seeking licensed massage therapists to join our team. Candidates must be upbeat, personable, reliable and driven to succeed. People looking to build a successful career, not just perform a job. Great opportunity for personal growth while building a prosperous future in a wellness environment which inspires client retention and team approach to client care.
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