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MEET THE TEAM
Discover our therapists and find the perfect style for you!
Megan Kingsbury
Owner, MT
License: MT.0015865
I grew up in a very progressive family surrounded by strong women interested in health, helping others and with a fascination for the earth. Most of our summer holidays were spent in the forest, where I felt most comfortable, with my feet on the ground.
Growing up, my discovery of natural health led me to create teas, soaps and other herbal crafts for myself, friends and family. I began fasting at age 19 and have been following a similar protocol twice a year ever since. I enjoy listening to my body, giving it the space, nutrition and exercise it needs in order to keep me healthy.
Stepping into a world of holistic health can be quite daunting with the plethora of information and choices, it can seem overwhelming when choosing a path, and as a business owner, I wanted to break it down, being as accessible as possible for our community
I believe that there is no pain we should have to accept as a lifelong partner and no injury that should last forever. During the creation of Body, my husband and I wanted to incorporate a range of therapies so that our reach could extend to meet our guests, wherever they may be in their healing process.
As a bodyworker, we touch the mind, body and spirit. As business owners, we wanted our therapies backed by science, proving that a 60 minute float can be just as effective (or more so) in treating issues we all struggle with daily such as anxiety, depression and PTSD as a trip to a counselor. We wanted our Salt Grotto to be able to scientifically offer the same benefits as spending three days at the beach with the amount of negative ions and respiratory clearing power provided by therapeutic grade salt.
As we’ve grown, it’s been incredible to participate in the journeys of self discovery and wellness that our guests trust us with, the level of gratitude I feel in being an instrument part of the progress is profound. It’s not often that we find our true calling and have the courage to jump in headfirst, embracing whatever gifts we were blessed with. I consider myself very lucky to have found a partner who fully supports me and has helped me actualize my dreams and a fantastic team of healers to work alongside me.
If you ever find yourself in my hometown of Grand Junction Colorado, I invite you to stop by for a personalized tour or to just chat about the awesome potential of natural health.
With Love and Gratitude,
Megan Kingsbury, Owner and LMT at Body Therapeutics
Brett Kingsbury
Owner, MT
License: MT.0017103
Brett grew up in various parts of the country, from Dallas, to Chicago. He attended college in Austin, where he was a fine arts major and from there, grew his skills in Redondo Beach, CA where he successfully ran his own raw juice business while studying the benefits of fasting and clean dieting.
Brett has been practicing massage for five years and brings a style that pulls from Tui Na, Shiatsu and deep tissue.
He incorporates Gua Sha (IASTM) into many of his sessions, bringing lasting relief from major and chronic injury. His skills as a fine arts major have been profound in adding to the design and function of our spa.
Colleen Gallagher, MT
License: MT.0015719
Hi I am Colleen Gallagher!
I have been a massage therapist since October 11, 2011. I moved to Grand Junction to be closer to family and have practiced massage in Golden CO, Sedona AZ and Tucson AZ. I graduated from ASIS Massage School in Clarkdale, Az. I have worked in day spas, a chiropractic office and a hotel resort spa. I love doing massage and bringing peace to the mind and body. I specialize in Swedish massage, Aromatherapy, Prenatal, Massage Cupping, Lymphatic, Myofascial. I am licensed in Arizona and Colorado, and I am board certified. I specialize in Swedish, light touch, working with the nervous system, cupping massage and prenatal.
My Approach:
The more massages I do, and the more I learn about the body, I see a great the need for lymphatic massage and education on the lymphatic system.
I believe that the lymphatic system is the key to maintaining a healthy body. By maintaining the lymphatic system with lymphatic massage you can help maintain your digestive system, the circulatory system, reproductive system, nervous system ect. (there are 14 systems in the body). Most people don't learn about the lymphatic system, or talk about it until after a diagnosis or a surgery. If it is so important for healing why is it not more important in maintaining good health?
Leah Schloss, MT
License: MT.0006355
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Abbie Hoffman, MT
License: MT.0024137
Natural health and healing have always been dear to my heart and an integral part of my life. From my childhood, being raised in a Waldorf community in Northern California, to developing a cooperative preschool, studying herbalism, aromatherapy and yoga, and always growing my own herbs and vegetables. I believe in making things around me beautiful and leaving things better than I found them. I believe in treating the body, mind, spirit and world around us, with respect and kindness for its own innate wisdom.
Working as a teacher while raising my son was a beautiful, enriching life. When he finished high school, I was ready for a new phase of my journey, and delightedly pursued my passion for massage; a modality I had used for most of my life. I feel incredibly blessed to be able to do this work, and quite honored to be part of each clients healing journey.
Leah grew up in Boulder Colorado and went to the Boulder College of Massage therapy. She graduated in 2002, and went on to get extra certifications in Sports and Orthopedic massage. Helping people through injury and pain management is where she thrives. She enjoys seeking out new ways to give relief. But don’t worry she knows how to give a relaxing massage.
Leah moved to Grand Junction in 2018 from Missoula Montana with her twins born that same year. When she’s not wrangling kiddos she enjoys hiking, many outdoor activities, knitting, wine or a good craft beer.
Clare Shurden, Concierge
Hi, I’m Clare!
I was born and raised here in Grand Junction. I enjoy being outside and I love to travel, I’ve always felt the importance of keeping an open mind and exposing yourself to different lifestyles, ideas, and environments. I love the practice of holistic healthcare, how open minded it is, and all the different paths it can take you on. It can be simple, but such a big challenge at the same time.
Health is a never ending journey! Since working here at Body, I have learned so much!
And it’s only further pushed my interest of staying in tune with what your body needs, or at least trying your best to.
Heather Miller, MT
License: MT.0001331
Heather grew up in Hotchkiss, Colorado and graduated in 2002 from the Utah College of Massage Therapy in Salt Lake City, Utah and began working in the spa/ salon industry immediately after.
Born out of her passion to help people feel better, relax and reduce pain and anxiety, Heather has been practicing for over 20 years.
She is a great addition to the Body Team!!
I grew up in Grand Junction and love everything this town has to offer! I enjoy spending my time outdoors hunting, hiking, skiing, and much more. I’m a CMU student planning on going into the medical field. I like helping people reach their health goals, which is why I enjoy working at Body Therapeutics!
Stephanie Brauns, MT, LE
License: MT.0019432
COZ.0704864
Stephanie graduated from the Aveda Institute Denver in December of 2015 from the Esthetics program. It was during that program that she fell in love with caring and connecting with guests as well as the art of massage. She continued her education at the Aveda Institute for massage and graduated as Valedictorian of her class. Throughout the years, Stephanie has had the pleasure of working for many luxury spas including the Four Seasons Resort & Hotels in Denver and Vail.
Specializing in deep tissue, relaxing Swedish and facial massage, she has a wide variety of modalities in her repertoire and looks forward to customizing your experience for you.
Toby Baltus, Spa Attendant
Hi I’m Toby! I grew up in Littleton, Colorado and moved out to Grand Junction to pursue my degree in Biology at Colorado Mesa University. I love the outdoors and enjoy hiking, skiing, swimming, paddle boarding, and camping. Through my love of the outdoors, I developed an interest of how the body works while keeping an open mind to new ideas about different types of health. I have already learned so much from the Body Therapeutics team and I am excited to expand my knowledge further about health and wellness!
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Audrey Nguyen, Concierge
Holistic health has played a pivotal role in my life’s journey. At a young age, I stopped eating meat and began suffering from severe anemia. At this point, I became obsessed with researching the health benefits of different plant-based foods to achieve the right balance of nutrients that my body needed to feel better. I was also an athlete, so my active lifestyle paired with conscious dietary choices unlocked an understanding of what it means to take a holistic approach to health and healing. After years of integration and learning to grow my own food with a focus on soil health/nutrient density, I was able to overcome anemia and its associated challenges - a testament to my personal philosophies that health is wealth and food is medicine.
In 2023, I travelled to Rishikesh, India, located in the foothills of the Himalayas. Along the shores of the sacred River Ganges, I had the opportunity to gather valuable knowledge about yoga and Ayurvedic medicine right at the source. This experience has been a catalyst for me to step not only into a career in healing and wellness, but also a greater sense of purpose.
Kurtis_Presley,
Spa Attendant
I grew up in Michigan, and moved to Grand Junction in 2022. As a lifelong athlete I was always interested in improving my performance. I also struggled with some autoimmune symptoms as a kid. This led me to discover my passion for holistic health in my late teens. I feel the best when I'm doing something involving movement or athleticism; whether it be exercising, hiking, swimming, or dancing. My goal is to continue to learn, grow, and share my love for health and wellness. I'm grateful to be able to work for Body Therapeutics and excited to be a part of your wellness journey!
Natacia Weinant, MT
License: MT.0027355
I believe that compassionate touch is an absolutely essential part of our shared human experience. For me, massage is art, therapy, and connection to one another and to one's self. It is my greatest honor to provide an experience that brings us into the present and creates a sense of tranquility and harmony between the mind and body, and uplifts the spirit. A favorite quote of mine is: "Self-care is not selfish. You cannot serve from an empty vessel."– Eleanor Brownn". With that said, I thank you for choosing to take care of you, and I cherish the opportunity to be a part of your sacred self-care.
Krissie Anderson, MT
License: MT.0015231
Krissie graduated from the Colorado School of Healing Arts in 2013. She is an intuitive, present, caring practitioner. Skilled in lymphatic (MLD), myofascial release, swedish, trigger point therapy (TPT), ashiatsu, prenatal, salt stone, and is a certified second-degree reiki practitioner in the Usui system of natural healing.
Clara Lindahl,
Spa Attendant
I’m Clara! I grew up in Windsor, Colorado and am currently studying Exercise Science at Colorado Mesa University. I was on a competitive clogging team for over 10 years until I came here for school, and through that I developed my high interest in Health and Wellness. I love to do anything to stay active such as: going to the gym, dancing, hiking, climbing, snowboarding, and wake surfing. I love helping people in any way possible, especially when it involves their health goals. I am excited to be welcomed into the Body Therapeutics family!
Tonya moved to Grand Junction in 2021, and has thus far enjoyed soaking up the sun, feeling more grounded, and exploring! She will always do her best to help you feel grounded, too!
Greg Skidmore, MT
License: MT.0026964
Greg Skidmore studied massage therapy in Seattle, Washington and spent several years practicing in wellness-studio and clinical settings. A recent transplant to Grand Junction, he is excited to bring this experience to the spa environment to provide a holistic and integrated style of bodywork. Drawing from a variety of modalities to maintain homeostasis, Greg places an emphasis on muscle-specific deep tissue treatment to improve musculoskeletal balance and performance.
In his free time, Greg loves to ride bicycles, hike, camp and explore.
Marcy Binkley, LE
License: COZ.0705604
Hi I'm Marcy! I am a Colorado native, born and raised in Grand Junction. I have been a licensed Aesthetician for 10 years. I graduated from The Salon Professional Academy in 2015 and have been growing my aesthetic knowledge ever since. I have earned many advanced aesthetic certifications to grow my profession including cosmetic laser. I have worked in all areas of esthetics from salon spas and medical spas locally, to being a Sales Rep and Trainor for a medical grade skincare company working with accounts throughout the West. I am excited to bring my expertise to my new home at Body Therapeutics!
My passion is skin! Having experienced skin issues myself led me to be self-conscious. Because of this experience, my mission has been to help anyone to not feel like I did. Specializing in custom skincare treatments and creating at home regimens specific to my clients concerns has helped to achieve their desired skincare goals. I love talking to clients to understand their needs and wants in order to give them the best experience possible. There is no one size fits all approach to skin. I want everyone to leave a treatment with me feeling relaxed, radiant, and confident in their skin. Giving education on treatments, skincare active ingredients, and product usage so clients feel comfortable and knowledgeable in making the best decision for themselves.
Kim Combs, MT/BCPP/CST
License: MT.0026319
Hi! I am a California native who just arrived in Grand Junction this January 2024 after being on the road for 18 months traveling around the US of A in an RV. After spending the previous 25 years teaching in California as a bilingual public school teacher (Spanish) I felt the call of a sabbatical of sorts! As I passed through here about a year ago, as I was headed to sunny Florida for the winter, I made note of this area, as I wanted to spend some time adventuring the red rocks and Rockies of Colorado. So, here I am!
Why am I choosing massage therapy as a focus as a second career?
Running a parallel line with my teaching career for the past 20+ years, I have been steeped in the Ashtanga Yoga tradition and the delicate, continuous unwinding of my nervous system. It was through this direct, intimate work that I began to feel the call of bodywork, and the knowledge that I was going to eventually leave public education and pursue another avenue for my life’s work. I was curious about studying the Craniosacral system (CST) as a response to how sensitive I was becoming to my proprioception. While studying the craniosacral techniques I was directed to learn about Polarity Therapy and the work of Randolph Stone. I then became a Board Certified Polarity Practitioner (the BCPP behind my name). This was a great addition to the work as it focuses on the whole individual (mind, body, nutrition. exercise, communication). The final frontier for me was the massage license, which has helped tie all other modalities together! It is the newest modality for me, but I find that it’s a good doorway to allow the other modalities to support overall wellness and healing.
I’d love to offer you a good general massage! My specialty is working with injury, unwinding tissue patterns, somato-emotional communication (communication between body and mind), and lymphatic drainage.
I look forward to working with you!