essential

Our lovely location:
824 Paseo del Pueblo Norte
Taos, New Mexico 87571

Just 1.2 miles north of Taos Plaza on the main road Highway 64, also known as Paseo del Pueblo Norte.

Advance reservation required, please call:

575-751-4040☎️

We return calls with in 1-2 business days (Mon-Friday).

We occasionally have Sunday appointments.

 


Our Professional STAFF

Each Licensed Massage Therapist is trained in various modalities and all can provide firm to medium deep pressure.  Some therapists also offer deep tissue massage. "Deep" is very subjective.  Occasionally, clients request considerably more pressure than usual.  Although we do not charge more, we suggest a more generous tip for your Therapist.

Kyoko M. Hummel, Bachelor of Science,

Massage Therapist #0072, Licensed Instructor # I-119

Since 1991, Kyoko has offered various massage modalities, spa therapies and specializes in CranioSacral Therapy.

In October 2000, Kyoko founded Essential Massage and Spa Therapies. She created several signature spa therapies.

In 2016, Kyoko added Biomats® to our massage tables, in response to her own profound healing with the Biomat® infra-red heat.

After 33 years of practice, Kyoko has limited openings to see Clients for CranioSacral Therapy.

Manuela Maeder, Massage Therapist #086Manuela gradated from the New Mexico School of Natural Therapeutics in 1992 in Albuquerque and brings many years of experience to her massage practice. In addition to doing customized relaxation massage, she als…

Manuela Maeder, Massage Therapist #0086

Manuela gradated from the New Mexico School of Natural Therapeutics in 1992 in Albuquerque and brings many years of experience to her massage practice.

In addition to doing customized relaxation massage, she also offers Thai, Shiatsu, Oncology, and prenatal massages. Manuela's combination of nurturing deep work addresses specific areas of concern. Her caring heart and vast experience brings comfort and tension release to her clients.

Special Note: Thai massage is done on a mat on the floor with the client fully clothed. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. A Shiatsu session is done on a table also with the client wearing loose, comfortable clothing.

Nadine Lollino, Massage Therapist #9316Nadine has practiced massage since 2002 and combines various healing modalities to create a therapeutic plan with clients. She excels in neuro-muscular therapy and myofascial therapy to increase mobility and re…

Nadine Lollino, Massage Therapist #9316

Nadine has practiced massage since 2002, combining various healing modalities to create a therapeutic plan with clients. She excels in neuromuscular and myofascial therapy to increase mobility and reduce pain.

Nadine is certified in Manual Lymphatic Drainage and incorporates cupping, intuitive listening, and offers yoga/somatic exercises specific to the client’s needs. She is also trained in pre-natal massage. Nadine excels with athletes while also experienced in working with those who have migraines and chronic pain.

Nadine is available for one-on-one yoga and TRE® (tension and trauma releasing exercises). Client feedback includes sensing safe space, feeling relaxed, and that they have learned something. MovementLab.dance


Catherine Reynolds, Massage Therapist #23006

Catherine has been doing bodywork since 2006. She has had experience and success working with professional athletes, pregnant women, post surgical patients, injury rehab clients, fibromyalgia clients, migraines, carpal tunnel, clients with scoliosis, office workers and weekend warriors. 

She is certified in Prenatal and Postnatal Pregnancy Massage and Orthopedic Massage. She also offers Cranio- Sacral Therapy and polarity balancing.  If you have any imbalances, injuries or concerning limited range of motion in your joints she is able to conduct a body scan to holistically see where the root of the problem may be stemming from.

Catherine‘s intuitive touch eases pain in a relaxing way leaving one to feel lighter and more at ease. 

She also loves to work with the deaf community, as she is fluent in American Sign Language.

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For 33 years, Kyoko Moriyasu Hummel has been a professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association. She founded Essential Massage and Spa Therapies in October 2000.

When our staff is unable to fulfill an appointment request, we may refer you to experienced colleagues. One of our highly recommended Therapists in Taos is Lea Wildflower (Lic #MT-2024-0172).

You can contact her directly:

Call or text 575-655-0496 to schedule.
http://www.LeaWildflowerWellness.com/


Your health is of paramount importance to use.  We follow Covid-safe protocols.We are in a “CONTINUED CAUTION” phase and we still require masks to be worn in the common areas and while face-up during your massage session.Thank you for caring.

Your health is of paramount importance to use. We follow Covid-safe protocols.