OUR TEAM

Leslie – Owner, Licensed Massage Therapist

Leslie pursued massage therapy as a career in 2004 and attended Baker College where she obtained her certification in massage therapy. She has been practicing since 2005. Her goal in life is to help relieve people of their aches and pains. Leslie claims, “it is the best feeling in the world to have my clients tell me how much better they feel after they see me!” Over the years Leslie has become specialized in deep tissue, prenatal, cranial sacral, lymphatic drainage, and raindrop massage techniques.

Leslie has had a life-long dream of opening her own business with a team of highly qualified licensed massage therapists and other health and wellness professionals at one location. Peaceful Rivers is her dream come true and anticipates helping people heal for many years to come. Leslie is a devoted wife and mother, who still manages to take time to keep her health and fitness a top priority in life while running her business. She is very driven and determined to provide the best quality of life, not only for her family, but for her clients as well.

Leslie specializes in:

Deep massage
Cranial Sacral Therapy
Lymphatic drainage
Pregnancy massage
Raindrop massage

Joanna – Licensed Massage Therapist

Joanna Bailey is a licensed massage and bodywork therapist at Peaceful Rivers and has been with the business from the start. Graduating in 2002 from Oympic Career Training Institute, she worked at her home as well as client’s homes while pursuing careers in the health and fitness industry.

Her massage technique combines relaxation, deep tissue and relaxation to ease the stress of our busy lives. Using modalities such as cupping, Guasha, Hot Stone, Raindrop and Barefoot massage, she has something for everyone.

When Joanna isn’t serving her clients, she is a L2 Crossfit Coach at Triple River Crossfit. She enjoys helping people learn and grow as athletes and getting a good workout in herself.

Joanna specializes in:

Swedish massage
Barefoot (Ashiatsu) massage
Myofascial release
Gua Sha / Cupping
Sports massage

Adrienne – Licensed Massage Therapist

Adrienne is a Licensed Massage Therapist who has been practicing at Peaceful Rivers since 2021. Helping people find relief from chronic pain is her passion. She specializes in deep tissue massage that is both relaxing and effective. Her technique ranges from gentle to firm at the request of each client. She often will employ stretching techniques during the session, so if you’d like a more still and peaceful massage feel free to let her know. Adrienne also likes to suggest stretches and exercises that support the bodywork being done, empowering clients to continue their healing journey between massages.

Adrienne specializes in:

Massage for chronic pain relief
Full body relaxation
Deep tissue massage
Neck pain relief

Marilyn – Licensed Massage Therapist

Hello I’m Marilyn! I graduated from American College Massage School in 2021, and have been a Licensed Massage Therapist since November 2021. As someone who prioritizes my own health and wellness, I have found an immense passaion for helping others take care of their body and mind. I specialize in Swedish massage (relaxation focused), prenatal massage, sports massage and deep tissue work. I enjoy helping my clients feel relaxed, happy, safe and hopefully a bit more pain free (if they are expieriencing any) once they leave! Book with me, and we’ll figure out how to tailor your massage to fit your needs. I look forward to seeing you!

Marilyn specializes in:

Swedish massage
Pregnancy massage
Deep tissue massage
Sports massage

Nicole – Licensed Massage Therapist

Nicole has been a Licensed Massage Therapist since 2012. She works with a large number of deep tissue clients, however, she is trained in other various and very beneficial modalities listed below. Nicole’s ultimate goal is to tailor a session specifically to what the client needs. She believes that no two sessions are exactly alike. Nicole appreciates any and all feedback a client can give. She believes that is how she can provide the best bodywork possible. Book online today and let the self care begin!

Nicole specializes in:

Deep tissue massage
Hot stone massage
Gua Sha / Cupping
Pregnancy massage
Lymphatic drainage

Brenda – Licensed Massage Therapist

Hello, my name is Brenda. I am a licensed massage therapist and bodyworker. I graduated from Kalamazoo Center of the Healing Arts in 2023. I want to use my talents, skills and knowledge to help provide the right bodywork for all individuals. I aim to support my clients by providing bodywork tailored to their needs and educating them about how having bodywork on a regular basis helps balance our moods and supports our mental health. I want to make a positive difference in people’s lives while providing a safe space and relaxation. I look forward to meeting you!

Brenda specializes in:

Swedish massage
Myofascial Release
Prenatal massage
Deep Tissue massage

Kennedy – Licensed Massage Therapist

Hello, I’m Kennedy, a Licensed Massage Therapist who graduated from Great Lakes School of Massage in 2024. Whether you’re aiming to reduce stress or regain lost mobility, I’m here to partner with you to reach your goals and address your specific needs. Your goal is my goal! As your LMT, I take the stress off of you by customizing each session to ensure that we’re effectively working toward your individual goals.

Book online today and let’s get started on this journey together!

Kennedy specializes in:

Deep Tissue massage
Sports massage
Swedish massage
Pregnancy massage

Catalina – Licensed Massage Therapist

Catalina graduated from Tennessee school of therapeutic massage in 2016 and Tennessee school of beauty in 2017. She loves helping people to achieve health and happiness within each service. Her technique inquiries flowing relaxation with healing reiki hands and deep tissue. Pressure preference light – deep… depending on your needs she may like to incorporate some stretching and tapotement. Catalina is passionate about helping her clients reach their goals and become the better version of themselves physically, mentally and spiritual.

Catalina offers hours on Wednesdays and Sundays at this time.

Catalina specializes in:

Deep Tissue massage
Pregnancy massage
Lymphatic Drainage
Hot Stone massage

Amy – Reiki Master + Vitality Consultant

After spending 20+ years as a self-employed web developer and marketing consultant, Amy decided to fulfill her life-long dream of helping people improve their health and vitality by acquiring AFPA certification in Nutrition & Wellness in 2021 as well as her Reiki Master certification in 2022.  Amy then created a unique therapeutic service that not only provides energy healing for a client’s physical, emotional, mental and spiritual Aspects, but also focuses on helping them move forward in their lives by creating habits that promote self-love and confidence for holistic health and wellbeing.

Amy loves creating a calm, welcoming space of healing for EVERYONE and actively promotes acceptance and love as pathways to health and healing.

Amy’s session options include:

INITIAL REIKI SESSION : 90-minute session $90
REIKI SESSION : 60-minute session $65
REIKI VITALITY SESSION: 75-minute session $75
REIKI FOR COUPLES : 90-minutes session $90
PRIVATE ENERGY TRAINING SESSION : 50-minutes session $50

Shawn – Certified Clinical Laser Technician and Facial Specialist

Shawn is a Certified Clinical Laser Technician and Facial Specialist, practicing since 2020 after retiring from a 40 year career in the Corporate world. Her passion centers on restoring and replenishing her client’s natural youthful glow with customized treatments and services, helping them feel beautiful and confident in their own skin. Shawn’s vast array of non-invasive enhancement services will keep client’s looking and feeling their best self, head–to–toe every day.

Shawn offers:

HIFU (High Intensity Focused Ultrasound)
RF (Radio Frequency) Microneedling
Hebe Hydrafacial
Dermaplaning