At Branch to Root Wellness Center we assist people in releasing stress and pain to facilitate whole body healing. It is our greatest wish that each of you experiences harmony of the whole body system.
Alina Escoda, LMT
Alina finds purpose in helping people feel more in tune with their bodies and find expansion in their belief in what is physically possible.
Before committing to full time work as a wellness practitioner, she immersed herself into her personal movement and health practices ranging from yoga, herbal and botanical studies and frequent backpacking trips in the Rocky Mountains. Her life’s work is evident between her hands with over a decade’s worth of experience in developing her handcraft and a strong sense of touch. She has worked in culinary and horticultural fields as a sushi chef, hydroponic produce farmer, landscaper, and barista. Both at work and in recreation, she’s become familiar with the furthest limits to which we push our bodies when carrying out our life’s work and passion projects. She deeply understands the diverse ways our bodies are called to perform and the importance of maintaining functionality when one’s livelihood relies on it.
She believes that pain and tension can often be a calling to slow down and realign with our own needs in a world that is always seeking our limited attention. She works with her clients to alleviate discomfort, support healing, and improve mobility, all while honoring each person’s unique experience. It is her greatest aim to help her clients work through their unique holding patterns so they can go further, live happier and move through life with more clarity, ease and strength.
Elaine Muise, LMT
At the heart of Elaine’s work is her belief that our physical and energetic bodies carry the imprints of our life experiences, emotions, and even past lives. Having undergone her own transformative healing journey, Elaine understands deeply how these energies can influence our well-being. Through her work as a massage therapist and Reiki practitioner, she is committed to helping you align with your most authentic self.
With a compassionate and intuitive touch, Elaine incorporates bodywork and energy healing to release blockages, alleviate tension, and restore balance to both your body and energy field. Her mission is to support your healing process by holding space for you with unconditional love, gently guiding you to release what no longer serves you, and fostering deep relaxation and renewal.
Elaine feels privileged to walk alongside you on your path to greater health, harmony, and self-awareness.
Dalia Cruz, LMT
Dalia began her training at the PUCMM in the Dominican Republic, where she acquired the title of License in
Physical Therapy with honorable mention. From there, she began a path full of learning and hard work alongside many renowned medical specialists. After 11 years of working in Physical Therapy Dalia decided to explore manual therapy and therapeutic massage to further expand her healing offerings. She combines her passion and interest in wellness and holistic health with thorough knowledge of human physiology. Dalia approaches every session with this knowledge and passion, along with her warm and grounding presence.
Alycia Steele, LMT
Alycia graduated from Spirit Wellness Institute in 2018. She has completed various other trainings as well, including Level 1 JivAtma Energy Healing through Jonathan Glass L.Ac., M.Ac., CHT of Healing Essence Center in Concord, MA, and Reiki Levels 1 & 2. Alycia views the body as an entire system that works together as a whole- no part is separate from the rest, and she approaches her bodywork from this perspective. She also believes that the mind and body are not separate- our thoughts and emotions have a direct impact on how our body feels. Through bodywork, we can tap directly into the relaxation response, bringing more peace to both the mind & body, thus allowing the natural, built-in healing systems we are inherently born with to kick in. Alycia incorporates energy work into her massage as well, working on the 3 major bodies: Physical, Mental, and Emotional. Her hope is that every client will leave their session feeling lighter & more connected to themselves than when they first walked through the door.
Kara McAllister, LMT, Sole Proprietor
Kara McAllister graduated from Spa Tech Institute in January of 2012, after a lifelong interest in holistic health. She believes massage is an important tool in achieving an overall sense of well-being. During each session, Kara’s goal is to lead her client into a deep state of relaxation, both physically and mentally. Through mindful communication and her natural ability to read one’s body, she tailors each session based on her client’s needs. As a certified prenatal/postnatal massage therapist, Kara welcomes new and expectant mothers into her space and onto her massage table to receive the healing and support they so need during this transformational time of life. When Kara isn’t working on clients and running her practice, she is most likely embarking on an adventure with her three daughters or sharing her passion for bodywork and wellness with her students at the Spirit Wellness Institute.
She looks forward to meeting with you and is thrilled for the opportunity to help you achieve an optimal state of mind and health.
Reconnect with peace and balance with a Traditional Reiki energy work session. Gentle hands lay over the body and channel universal healing energy to encourage fully integrated healing.
60-min: $120
Specially targeted massage strokes combined with traditional Reiki energy work gently release stuck energy and fascia to leave you feeling divine, from body to soul.
90-min: $160
Restore balance and soften the entire being with long gliding strokes that connect in cycles of the firm and gentle pressure to compress and relax muscles.
45-min: $100 | 60-min: $120
75-min: $140 | 90-min: $160
Focused techniques that target tight muscles and connective tissue are used to reduce pain and discomfort as well as facilitate the release of compensatory holding patterns.
45-min: $100 | 60-min: $120
75-min: $140 | 90-min: $160
Designed mindfully to minimize symptoms of discomfort and cater to the needs of a changing body. We create a nurturing environment for your body and your baby.
45-min: $100 | 60-min: $120
75-min: $140 | 90-min: $160
Access the deep energetic pathways of the body through the mediums of a deep stretch, passive movement, and skillful massage to encourage harmony of the whole body system.
90-min: $170
First 30 minutes will consist of Thai yoga bodywork performed on floor mat. Deep but gentle stretches will be utilized to warm and stretch the tissue. The next hour will consist of customized table massage, targeting problem areas and allowing for deep relaxation.
90-min: $170
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560 Loring Avenue
Salem, MA 01970
9:00am-8:00pm