therapists

Lynette Stauffer - Owner / Massage Therapist

Hello my name is Lynette and I am a Nationally Certified Therapist of Massage and Bodywork, NCTMB, #397175-00. After completing my certification training at St. Croix Center for the Healing Arts in Hudson, Wisconsin, I inquired at the City Hall about licensing and opening a massage center in my home town. I was surprised to find out that the fees and structure of the ordinance were out dated and written to discourage massage therapists from wanting to work in Rosemount. It took two years (in which time I met Karen) and many meetings with the police chief and city council members to re-write the ordinance and remove it from the adult entertainment section. Now the ordinance is both therapist and client friendly.

With the biggest obstacle out of the way I started searching for the perfect place and name for my new massage center. I wanted it to be conveniently located and accessible. (We are located in Downtown Rosemount on the ground floor of the Rosemount Plaza Mall.), and for everything to be centered on the client (Where it's all about you!). So, Strokes for Folks Therapeutic Massage was the perfect name. The wellness clubs were created because I wanted to make massage more affordable so it can be used by more people.

Lynette is a 5/2003 graduate of St. Croix Center for the Healing Arts, Ltd. The 640 hour curriculum is made up of nine courses including: 140 hours of Integrative Massage; 120 hours of Deep Tissue and Sports Massage; 100 hours of Acupressure; 120 hours of Anatomy, Physiology and Path-Physiology; 64 hours of Related Business Communications and Ethics; 48 hours of Aromatherapy; 28 hours of Foot, Hand and Ear Reflexology; 10 hour Body Wrap course; 10 hour CPR and First Aid course; Negative Pressure Massage Cupping 8 hours; and 48 hours Cranial Sacral Therapy I & II. NCTMB #397175-00

David Stauffer - Massage Therapist

I am a Licensed Massage Therapist living right here in Rosemount. I graduated from The St. Croix Center for the Healing Arts in October 2004. I am also a graduate of Rosemount High School class of 1998. I am a videogame-oholic who loves his job as much as his play time. I specialize in Relaxation and Deep Tissue Massage. I have also studied Reflexology, Acupressure, and Aromatherapy. To set your appointment with me call Strokes for Folks Therapeutic Massage.

David is a 10/2004 graduate of St. Croix Center for the Healing Arts, Ltd. The 640 hour curriculum is made up of nine courses including: 140 hours of Integrative Massage; 120 hours of Deep Tissue and Sports Massage; 100 hours of Acupressure; 120 hours of Anatomy, Physiology and Path-Physiology; 64 hours of Related Business Communications and Ethics; 48 hours of Aromatherapy; 28 hours of Foot, Hand and Ear Reflexology; 10 hour Body Wrap course; 10 hour CPR and First Aid course; Negative Pressure Massage Cupping 8 hours; and 24 hours Lymphatic Drainage Therapy.

Karen Gillespie - Massage Therapist

I began my massage training in the early 1980's at the Minneapolis School of Massage. The early years were spent educating the public about the benefits of massage therapy at health fairs and other public events with the first professional massage organization in Minnesota called Minnesota Therapeutic Massage Network. I began practicing massage as an independent contractor at Eagan Chiropractic and at the Center For A Balanced Life. My practice of massage includes Esalan massage, Swedish massage, sports massage, deep tissue massage, polarity therapy techniques and myofascial release techniques. My most current training is Healing Stone Massage which uses heated stones.

I enjoy meeting and working with clients to introduce the therapeutic benefits of massage and energy bodywork. I'm especially pleased with the opportunity to practice massage therapy at Strokes for Folks in Rosemount, where I've been a resident for the past 20 years.

Karen attended the Minneapolis School of Massage beginning her course work in 1983. Her training was obtained from many wonderful teachers, schools and organizations. She was an active member of the Minnesota Therapeutic Massage Network (the first professional massage organization in Minnesota) for over ten years. She has been a member of the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals, a national organization, since 1989. Massage training 600+ hours: 120 hours Integrative Massage; 165 hours of Anatomy and Physiology; 25 hours of Business and Ethics; 160 hours of Polarity Energy and Lymphatic Drainage; 50 hours of Deep Tissue and Sports Massage; 48 hours Myofacial Release Techniques; 12.5 hours Healing Stone Massage; 10 hours CPR and First Aid; 20 hours Chair Massage; 8 hours Reflexology. Karen began practicing massage as an independent contractor at Eagan Chiropractic in 1989; Center For A Balanced Life in 1994, and Strokes For Folks in 2004 & Simply Grounded Massage 2008 to present.

Karleen Sieben, Certified Reflexologist, #RCB-129

Karleen has had a committed interest and concern toward a holistic approach to healing, almost all her life, thus finally pursuing an education at Sister Rosalind Gefre School of Massage in 2006-2007 in the specialized field of Reflexology. Her studies included Spirituality, Ethics, Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology and Reflexology. She is also recognized by the RCB - Reflexology Certification Board totaling over 250 hours of education and experience in accredited courses and an annual renewal testing course. She began her practice at Strokes for Folks in 2008.