Lucia is a graduate from the prestigious Florida School of Massage in Gainesville,Florida. Originally from Panama, she is fluent in both English and Spanish. She has been a Florida resident for more than 22 years. Lucia’s work experience began immediately after graduation at a Holistic Physical Therapy Clinic.Here she worked directly with physical therapy patients […]
Our Therapists
Advanced Massage Professionals is a clinical group practice of highly trained licensed massage therapists. Advanced Massage Professionals and Associates provides customized massage therapy, active release technique, cranio-sacral therapy, Thai reflexology, sports massage, injury rehabilitation, lymphatic drainage, aromatouch, hot & cold mineral stone therapy, carpal tunnel syndrome treatment, on-site chair massage, active isolated stretching, and scar management.
Each therapist has extensive training and hands-on experience in their special area of expertise. It is of utmost importance that the client is heard and receives a personalized treatment that meets their needs. Professional appearance and a warm comfortable atmosphere is what you will find.
All our therapists are professionally trained at one of the nations finest accredited massage schools, the Florida School of Massage, and each is licensed through the Florida Department of Health and Board of Massage. In addition, each therapist has gone beyond the basic training requirements and have completed advanced training in their specialties. It is important to all of us to take continuing education courses that enrich and expand the skills we already utilize.
The massage therapists at AMPA participate in professional organizations, donate their time to charitable causes, and keep up with the most current information and treatment options in massage therapy. The client can feel confident that they will receive safe, ethical, confidential and competent care.
Yana Parker
Yana is a graduate of Florida School of Massage and a Gainesville native. She has advanced training in sports massage and specializes in rehabilitation of injuries and relaxation through myofascial work and neuromuscular therapy. She customizes every session and works hard to create a safe space for every client.
Joseph Diaz
Diaz attended the well respected Florida School of Massage. He aims to meet the specific needs of each client and offer a space for healing and recovery. His areas of focus are deep connective tissue work, neuromuscular therapy, as well as addressing trauma amd assisting with pain alleviation and prevention.
Ashlie Owens
Ashlie is a North Florida native and a graduate of the reputable Florida School of Massage. She has an advanced certification in Sports Massage and Orthopedic Assessment. Her areas of expertise include deep-tissue and sports massage, neuromuscular therapy, and myofascial release. Alongside her private practice, Ashlie works for a chiropractic office providing massage and assisting […]
Elisa Moreland
Elisa is a graduate of the Florida School of Massage. Her areas of interest include stress relief, pain alleviation, injury prevention, and sports massage. She personalizes each session to the client’s specific needs. Her educational background is in Photography and Fine Arts. She earned her B.A. from Indiana State University.
Keith Biggs
I am a Licensed Athletic Trainer and graduate from Georgia State University with a Master’s of Science in Physiology. I have worked in out-patient rehab for 20 years and have been a licensed ART (Active Release) Provider for the last 5 years.
Mary Kennedy
With over 20 years in healthcare as both a Radiographer and Radiation Therapist, Mary is comfortable working with a variety of health challenges you may have. She is also happy to discuss your care and communicate with your health provider.
Lynn Young
Lynn Young is a graduate of the Florida School of Massage and has been practicing in Gainesville since 2000. She has advanced training in Sports Massage, Thai Foot Reflexology, and treatment for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Her continuing education and work with a chiropractic office have developed her skills in treating a variety of specific injuries.
Jacqueline Ferber
Jacqueline Landis Ferber was trained at the highly reputable Florida School of Massage here in Gainesville, FL graduating in 1986. She then went on to complete over 1000 hours of advanced training in sports massage, injury evaluation, treatment and recovery.
