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Bios

About Your Practitioner at Spa Manzanita

Our goal is to enhance your well-being

We believe self-care is sacred. Our massage therapists and estheticians strive to bring rejuvenation, relaxation and healing to all who walk through our door.

Check out our bios to learn about the gifted team we have at spa manzanita.

We look forward to seeing you and being part of your self-care!

Owner - Maggie Seever Pollock

Maggie Seever PollockMaggie is the NEW OWNER of spa manzanita and member of our peaceful coastal community.

As I transition into my new role there is much to be grateful for, to learn, to explore and to cherish. Janice and I spent months bringing this transition to fruition – giving her time to let go of what she brought to life, and me time to embrace a new beginning.

A series of “magic moments” led me to the Oregon coast, on a quest to nourish my soul and find joy in connection and community. I know so many others feel the same about this special place. My intention is that all who step through our door feel welcome when they walk in and serenity in body and spirit when they leave.

Below are words that spoke to me as I chose Manzanita for my next chapter.

I want to age like sea glass.
Smoothed by tides,
but not broken.
I want my hard edges to soften.
I want to ride the waves
and go with the flow.
I want to catch a wave
and let it carry me
to where I belong.
I want to be picked up
and held gently
by those who delight
in my well earned patina and
appreciate the changes I went
through to achieve that beauty.
I want to enjoy the journey
and always remember that if
you give the ocean something
breakable it will turn it into
something beautiful.
I want to age like sea glass.

-Bernadette Noll

Spa Manager - Sam Michael

SamReiki Master/ Teacher – I have a beautifully diverse background in Reiki Energy Healing, Herbal Medicine, Hemp-CBD Topicals, Aromatherapy,  and more… I continuously enjoy learning new things such as Home-Chef-ing, new and continued education in many of the above modalities.

Exhale while counting to 4 seconds, hold that for 4 seconds, inhale fully to 4 seconds, hold that for 4 seconds, do this a few times with your eyes gently closed. Notice that your shoulders are dropped, your jaw isn’t clenched, and things feel better, even just in this moment.

I have been caring for others all of my life, and have been blessed, and empowered to use my gifts to encourage others on their journey, this journey that is our life. It isn’t often that we carve out the time to relax, to breathe, to sit and find ourselves again. You do know what you want, to breathe easier for a moment. To step back to gain some clarity. You have used all of your spoons for the foreseeable future, and you need an intuitively guided self-reboot. This is what I GET to do, and share with You! Reach out today so we can get you closer to YOU, YOU that wins, loves yourself, and thrives.. on the daily!

When I am not sharing these gifts with beautiful humans, I may be found at the beach…recharging, meditating, creating amazing aromatherapy things, or traveling with my Partner to the awe-inspiring treasures of our mother earth.

Barbara Rubin - Licensed Massage Therapist #5690

Barbara RubinI bring a wealth of experience and a natural affinity for the art of massage and bodywork.  My knowledge basis of Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Release, Acupressure, deep tissue massage and more informs the fluid, integrated style I have developed. My intent is to give each person the opportunity to experience the feeling of peace, balance and renewal that is possible when body and mind are relieved of pain and stress.

As a longtime Oregon resident I love everything about Oregon, and hope to explore its beauty from East to West.  My favorite pastimes include gardening, hiking, beachcombing, and I would like to learn kayaking and maybe do some fishing.

Gina Martin - Licensed Massage Therapist #17620

Gina Martin LMT

Gina Martin has been a Licensed Massage Therapist since 2011 and is thrilled to be a part of the team at Spa Manzanita. She is also a Certified Master Herbalist and has a love for natural healing and wellness. Outside of these modalities she is also a Realtor and entrepreneur. Favorite hobbies include spending time in nature, dance, music, chess and family.

Karen Bradley - Esthetician #324509

Karen BradleyI have been an esthetician for over 20 years. My passion is in anti-aging treatments as well as healthy skin care.

I was raised in the Great Lake state of Michigan. In 1983 I moved to Oregon and call it my true home.

My other passions in life are gardening, hiking, bird watching, beach  combing and photography and spending time with my two daughters.

I look forward to treating you to a wonderful facial!

Michael Burns - Licensed Massage Therapist #8333

Michael BurnsI graduated from East West College in Portland, Oregon. My unique style integrates training in several Western and Eastern modalities including Swedish, Deep Tissue and Trigger Point style massage, Myofascial, Sports and Connective Tissue Release. I believe we all contain the innate capability to heal and I use an intuitive approach to create the ideal environment for your body to unwind.

Through compassionate and careful listening I address physical and energetic issues, gently ushering your body toward its own natural healing abilities and opening up the potential for deep releasing of all kinds. I strive to make each session on my table meaningful for your life that day, guiding your body toward peace, balance and relaxation.

Patricia Phillips - Licensed Massage Therapist and Esthetician # 3391

 

Patricia Phillips

I have been an active massage therapist for over 25 years.  I have worked at spas in Cannon Beach, Astoria, and Tillamook.  I am also a licensed esthetician.  After traveling for years, up and down our beautiful coastline, I am happy to be working locally at our delightful boutique Spa Manzanita.  As a Wheeler resident for 30 years, it’s great to travel only 10 minutes to work.  Couldn’t be better.  I hope I will have the opportunity to meet you and provide a relaxing and blissful spa experience at Spa Manzanita.

Sam Michael - Reiki Master/ Teacher

I have a beautifully diverse background in Reiki Energy Healing, Herbal Medicine, Hemp-CBD Topicals, Aromatherapy, Trauma Care, Crisis Management, and more… I continuously enjoy learning new things such as Functional Nutrition Counseling, Home-Chef-ing, new and continued education in many of the above modalities.

Exhale while counting to 4 seconds, hold that for 4 seconds, inhale fully to 4 seconds, hold that for 4 seconds, do this a few times with your eyes gently closed. Notice that your shoulders are dropped, your jaw isn’t clenched, and things feel better, even just in this moment.

I have been caring for others all of my life, and have been blessed, and empowered to use my gifts to encourage others on their journey, this journey that is our life. It isn’t often that we carve out the time to relax, to breathe, to sit and find ourselves again. You do know what you want, to breathe easier for a moment. To step back to gain some clarity. You have used all of your spoons for the foreseeable future, and you need an intuitively guided self-reboot. This is what I GET to do, and share with You! Reach out today so we can get you closer to YOU, YOU that wins, loves yourself, and thrives.. on the daily!

When I am not sharing these gifts with beautiful humans, I may be found at the beach…recharging, meditating, creating amazing aromatherapy things, or (safely) traveling with my Partner to the awe-inspiring treasures of our mother earth.

Titus Burbridge - Licensed Massage Therapist #22822

Titus BurbridgeAfter a car accident in which I suffered extensive damage to my neck, rehabilitation through massage therapy changed my life, My true passion became healing. This is what brought me to massage therapy.

I assist people in reaching their optimum health bliss through individually tailored massage therapy treatments and preventative maintenance.

Enhancing wellbeing by increasing range of motion, flexibility, agility, speed, function, focus, reducing pain and swelling, and relaxing the nervous system for a better quality of life.

I am experienced in multiple massage therapy styles including cranial sacral, lymphatic drainage, Thai, sports massage, Multi Focal Trigger Pain (MFTP) Myofascial release, muscle energy technique and Swedish relaxation.

I also educate patients on stretching and self-care for optimal health.

When I’m not helping people feel better, one massage at a time, I enjoy spending time with my family, hiking, playing sports, and weight lifting.

Briggs Edwards - Licensed Massage Therapist #26495 (seasonal)

Briggs EdwardsI was introduced to emotional trauma release in 2016 after a friend told me, “it gets the monkeys off your back”. After attending classes in California, I obtained my massage license so that I could perform this life-changing work for others. I then started at East West College of the Healing Arts in Portland, OR Jan 2020 and graduated in June 2021 (after a brief hiatus during the pandemic).

I am versed in Swedish, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy,  Deep Tissue Massage, Reflexology, Cupping, along with the deeply moving work of Emotional Trauma Release using the Amanae technique and Access Bars. I enjoy learning how to facilitate change in body structures so that those who show up for themselves can have the best results for well-being.

Living on the Pacific Northwest coast has forever changed my life. I look forward to the snow season to make those deep turns I learned as a teenager that bring my Soul so much joy!

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Reviews

From Our Clients

From the moment you walk through the door, you know this place is special with its calming and peaceful vibe. Maggie, the owner, was fabulous. We were three friends on a girl’s trip and this was one of our favorite experiences. Each of us thought our massage was exactly what we needed and asked for. I can’t recommend this spa highly enough. Just go—you deserve it and you won’t regret it.

Lynn O.

October 2022

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