JP O’Dowd began practicing massage at The Lauterstein-Conway Massage School, continuing his practice in bodywork at WorkWell Austin. JP’s main area of focus is targeted deep pressure to benefit the body and effect change. His modalities include swedish, hydrotherapy, orthopedic, and body mobilization. Away from the table JP enjoys cycling, climbing, and yoga which aids in mindful bodywork and helps further his knowledge of the human body.

With many years of experience practicing massage including deep tissue, ashiatsu and reiki, Stephanie brings loads of experience to her massages. You can expect your sessions to be deep, therapeutic and  if you are open to it, Stephanie will include energy work. She is also a gifted coach, specializing in helping people move through obstacles to create the life of their dreams. She is available for massage and life coaching bookings, and she also hosts several of our groups.

Sam Mandelbaum has been practicing massage therapy for eight years in several capacities, from work in therapeutic-focused clinics to out-call work for people with disabilities, adapting his techniques per clients’ needs. He enjoys blending myofascia-targeted techniques with Thai Massage and Deep Tissue. His work is influenced by an ongoing investigation into his own experience of embodiment through his work as and actor and various movement practices including yoga and dance. He strives to make each session feel like a safe container to discover how much delight our nervous system offers while also mapping where our pain lies.

Yera’s massage is magical. Both deep and connected and flowy, they full experience is transformative. They also have many years experience reading tarot, a service they are happy to be able to offer at Ceremony Social Spa in addition to Deep Tissue, Swedish and Sports Massage

Krista graduated from Lauterstein-Conway Massage School and has been skillfully practicing massage for two years. Giving massage has been a personal journey for them. This journey has inspired a gratitude that in turn sparked a desire to share their knowlege of healing with others. Krista’s massage is slow, steady and rhythmic. Their favorite method of massage is called the “Lauterstein- Conway Method” which emcompasses deep and focused myofacial work. Outside of offering intentional healing massage Krista is a skilled musician who enjoys spending time with their family and friends and chilling with their cat “Iris”.

Lindsey is a graduate of the Lauterstein-Conway School of Massage in Austin, TX. A mother and former teacher with two music degrees, Lindsey loves being a licensed massage therapist. She is a deep listener and enjoys collaborating with each client to craft the best massage for that person’s body and nervous system on that particular day. Some of her favorite elements of massage are deep tissue, cupping, neck massage and foot massage. In her free time, Lindsey enjoys meditation, trail running, being in nature and hanging out with her two young children and three dogs.

Charlie studied massage therapy at the Lauterstein-Conway Massage School in Austin, TX. He has a
special interest in holistic healthcare and working with the body's innate healing capacities to help
people feel better both physically and emotionally. For bodywork, Charlie focuses on deep tissue,
orthopedic, and Swedish massage, as well as cupping therapy. In his sessions, he seeks to help his
clients by reducing pain and muscle tension, and melting away stress and anxiety. When not giving
massage, Charlie can often be found rock climbing at the greenbelt or tending to his vegetable garden
at home.

Mattie graduated from Lauterstein-Conway Massage School and has been practicing massage in both clinical and spa settings. Her sessions are highly individualized and intuitive to each person’s needs and preferences. She utilizes a holistic approach with a range of techniques from orthopedic and deep tissue to passive joint movements and mobilizations. She has continuing education in bodywork at the Esalen Institute where sessions flow between energetic and deeper techniques to create a state of awareness that joins body, mind, and soul. Mattie believes every person has their own source of healing within, and creates an environment for this to emerge during each session. When not practicing massage Mattie is hiking, gardening, playing music, or hanging out with her four dogs.

Trey has been practicing massage since 2015. He specializes in Deep Tissue techniques and Structural Integration. He has a passion for bodywork with a focus to increasing mobility through massage, breathwork and structure. Trey is great at helping people understand their bodies and is just a cool person to talk to. Outside of massage, Trey enjoys live music, walks with his dog, and is taking advantage of the GI bill to complete his undergraduate degree with plans of becoming a veterinarian.

Margaret hosts many of our groups and is also available for reiki and cranio-sacral bookings and one-on-one life and spiritual coaching at Ceremony. She is a trained midwife, post-partum doula, registered yoga teacher, reiki master and kinesiologist with a Masters of Seminary in alternative modalities. She has trained around the world and specializes in whole-human care using energy medicine, acupressure and meridian therapy, cranio-sacral work, and rebuilding of the nervous system.  Her mission is to empower others throug spiritual wellness.

What would we do without Tiger? She keeps things running smoothly behind the scenes at Ceremony taking care of payroll, schedules, tech work and all sorts of odds and ends. She is also a steady rock and calming presence. You will find her working the front desk and answering phones, willing and able to help with all your questions and needs. In her free time, Lily makes art, music, delicious baked goods and works on her land in Bastrop county.

Molly was drawn to work at Ceremony due to the community vibe and her appreciation of bodywork and sauna culture. She has worked as a plant-based chef and project manager for food-related nonprofits, practicing yoga and reiki on the side. She’s working on a masters in Integrative Health and is beginning to work as a coach and consultant. She plays music in her free time and hopes to one day run her own little farm to table BnB (with massage and sauna!)

Asenath’s son, Gus, is our youngest (occasional) front desk employee. He grew up at this business and loves filling in when school is not in session. Gus is finishing up his sophomore year in high school and plans to attend university in London, with dreams of becoming a tech entrepreneur. He loves geography, history, working out, playing guitar and hanging out with his friends and his cats and dogs.

Asenath has worked as a healer an entrepreneur for the last two decades. Her passion is creating an environment and organization that helps and inspires everyone who it touches and that makes life more fun and fulfilling.  When she is not working at or on Ceremony Social Spa, Asenath enjoys home improvement projects, travel, meditating, and writing poetry.