STAFF BIOS

     All massage therapists practicing at Healthy By Intention, Inc. (HBI) are Certified by the Virginia Board of Nursing, members of the American Massage Therapy Association or other professional organization(s), and trained in at least Swedish and Deep Tissue massage. We hope these bios help you to select a staff member who can best address your wellness issues.

ROBYN JOY CRITES is a graduate of the Virginia School of Massage in Falls Church, VA.
Her training includes Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofacial Release, and PreNatal Massage.
Robyn believes the best way to practice massage is to really establish a connection with a client with the intention of gaining an understanding of what type of massage (in terms of pressure) they want, need and hope to accomplish with massage therapy.
She can provide work as firm as needed while holding the belief that pain during massage can be counterproductive and is not the norm.

AMY_FLYNT is a graduate of Applied Kinesthetic Studies School of Massage (AKS) in Herndon, VA. Amy’s work is a combination of deep and light strokes depending upon the client’s needs. Her intention is to provide a thorough, relaxing session. Amy is pursuing continuing education in Pre-natal massage, Thai Yoga massage, LaStone Therapy and Reiki energy work.


RICK_GRIER is a graduate of the Potomac Massage Training Institute (PMTI) in Washington, D.C. Trained in Swedish/Deep Tissue massage, and Neuromuscular Therapy, he has been practicing since 1999. Rick’s focus is on pain management, especially referred pain phenomena associated with trigger points, and relaxation. Unable to find relief from sports injuries through traditional care, Rick turned to massage therapy. The results were so positive for him that he sought Professional Massage Training so he could bring that level of relief to others.

NANETTE_HARRIS is a graduate of the Daytona School of Massage. Licensed in Florida and Certified in Virginia Nanette offers a soothing, comforting massage. With lots of experience utilizing hydrotherapy (the use of ice and warm as a therapy) along with a particular interest in foot and lower leg work, she created “Treat For The Feet’ a special 45 minute session. Nanette enjoys providing massage for seniors. Her Swedish and Deep Tissue massage plus her creative talent with Aromatherapy make for a peaceful, totally relaxing session.

MELANIE_JILLSON is a graduate of the Potomac Massage Training Institute in Washington, DC.   

She leans toward firm, but non-painful massage to get knots out and investigate the underlying imbalances in muscles.

Melanie's fencing has sparked her interest in working with other athletes through massage to avoid injury and improve muscle efficiency as they train.

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