Staff Biographies
Marla Kaplan-Pelle
N.Y.S. Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified Lymphedema /Lymphatic Therapist, Director.
A graduate of the Swedish Institute, Marla opened Hands On HealthCare Massage Therapy in February 2000. She counts her blessings that she has been given a wonderful staff and the ability to help the community. She specializes in Medical Massage and Manual Lymph Drainage (used for treating lymph and edema related conditions.) Outside of massage, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends in additon to bird watching and dabbling in photography.
Licensed Massage Therapists Here at Hands on HealthCare Massage Therapy and WDS, we work on a depth scale of one to five. Five would be the deepest level- One would be a very light touch. Each therapist has a corresponding number next to their biography.
Jolie
Head Spa Therapist, Licensed Massage Therapist
Jolie has been with us since March 2001 leaving only briefly in November 2001 to give birth to her beautiful daughter, Natalie. Jolie graduated from New York College of Holistic Health Education in 1999. Her specialties include Swedish, Medical and Pregnancy Massage. In her spare time she likes to keep fit through weight training, walking and Yoga. Her favorite job is being a mom to her two kids. Jolie works on a depth scale of 3-3.5.
Jody
Head Medical Therapist, Licensed Massage Therapist.
Jody graduated from New York College of Health Professions in 2007. She specializes in swedish and Pre-natal massage. When she's not working or caring for her husband and two children, she enjoys gardening and knitting. Jody works on a scale of 4-4.5
Katie
Head Event Therapist, Licensed Massage Therapist
Katie joined us in July 2009. She graduated from New York College in 2004.Katie specializes in medical massage and you will oftne see her at our outside event through our Mobile Spa Services. She works on a scale of 4-4.5
Vicki
Licensed Massage Therapist
Vicki has worked here since May 2009. She graduated from New York College in December 2004. When she's not working as an LMT, she's busy with her home life and her many friends, She works on a scale of 4-4.5
Brenda
Licensed Massage Therapist
When she's not working as a massage therapist, you can find her cutting hair or taking care of her grandchildren! She works on a scale of 2.5-3.
Michelle
Licensed Massage Therapist.
Michelle can only be found here on Sunday afternoons and an occasional evening. She is a chemist by day and mother by night! She gives an amazing massage. Michelle works on a level of 4-4.5
Lorelle
Licensed Massage Therapist
Lorelle has been working here as an LMT since May of 2010. She graduated from NY College in December 2009. Lorelle loves helping people feel better and Lorelle certainily doesn't believe in the word
"just" before the word
"relaxation." Lorelle works on a scale of 4-4.5
Carol
Licensed Massage Therapist
Carol has a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education and teaches Pilates and Aqua Aerobics. She has been an LMT for 15 years and specializes in Swedish, Sports and Advanced Medical Massage. Carol works on a scale of 4-4.5
AnneMarie
Licensed Massage Therapist
AnnMarie is a die heart NY Yankee Fan who loves Rock and Roll music. She loves to help people relax and appreiciates 90 minute sessions. Helping people feel good keeps a smile on her face!. AnnMarie works on a scale of 3.5 -4
Kim Licensed Massage Therapist
Kim has years of experience being a Nursing Aide at a local hospital and brings her nurturing annd medical experience to each and every client. She speciaizes in Medical Massage, but truly appreciates the benefits of relaxation massage. Kim works on a scale of 4-4.5
Andrea LamaidaLicensed Massage Therapist
Bio Coming Soon! Andrea works on a scale of 3-3.5
CeciliaLicensed Massage Therapist
Bio Coming Soon! Cecila works on a scale of 4-4.5
Wayne Licensed Massage Therapist
Bio Coming Soon! Wayne works on a scale of 4-4.5
Monica
Licensed Massage Therapist
Bio Coming Soon! Moncia works on a scale of 4-4.5
SuzetteLicensed Massage Therapist
Bio Coming Soon! Suzette works on a scale of 4-4.5
Louise Licensed Massage Therapist
Bio Coming Soon! Louise works on a scale of 3-3.5
Shara and StaceyLicensed Massage Therapists
Work ocassionally with us!
Licensed Esthetians
Kelly
A talented and nurturing esthetician, Kelly loves what she does, which of course, is mostly facials. Acne and blackheads are her enemy and Kelly loves to take on that battle. She always gives her best!
Vicki
Our licensed massage therapist that is also a skilled licensed esthetician, which is a wonderful combination. Her facials contain lots of wonderfully sedating massage strokes. Watch out stress,Vicki is here!
Lauren
Our newest esthetician brings passion and caring to her facials and body treatments. Lauren works very hard looking for ways to improve her self so she can bring more to her table. Feedback is always appreciated! FYI- if you love a foot massage while that masque is setting, just let Lauren know!