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Meet Our Exceptional Team

At Dragontree , we believe nurturing not just the body, but the soul. Our dedicated team of healers is here to support your journey towards inner peace and outer radiance. Each member embodies a deep commitment to your well-being, offering a blend of expertise and heartfelt care. Together, we strive to create a more peaceful world by nurturing peaceful individuals, one transformative experience at a time.

Massage Therapists

Blair Brown (she/her)

Originally from New Orleans, it wasn’t until Blair moved to Austin, TX that she found her calling to bodywork. Blair graduated from Texas Healing Arts Institute in 2012 and quickly thereafter trained in Ashiatsu Massage. Blair’s massage style has been described as “the best of both worlds”, offering relaxation alongside deep, focused work to relieve tension and pain. Her work is holistic and intuitive, utilizing trigger point therapy, deep tissue, and Swedish techniques to offer pain relief and facilitate restriction-free movement. Outside of work, you’ll find Blair climbing, practicing yoga, and mountain biking.

Nidhi Contessa (she/her)

Nidhi began her massage training in earnest when she experienced the magic of bodywork, which caused her lower back problems of 10 years to disappear. She was hooked! Nidhi graduated from the McKinnon School of Massage (Oakland) and provides custom sessions drawn from her years of training and experience. She specializes in Swedish, foot massage, and Ayurvedic treatments to soothe the nervous system and release “feel-good” hormones like oxytocin. She provides custom sessions tailored to your needs, drawn from jin shin do, reflexology, polarity, The Rosen Method, Vitaflex footwork, Japanese foot massage, Tibetan Pulsing Yoga, and Ayurveda. In her spare time, she loves to be in her flower garden, studying astrology charts, meditation, detox juicing, hiking/strolling in nature, continuing to learn, practice and read. She has immense gratitude for all her teachers.

Angela Delsanter (she/her)

Angela graduated from The Colorado School of Healing Arts in 1999 and has been practicing massage for the past 23 years. She specializes in deep tissue, neuromuscular, trigger point, Swedish, and prenatal massage. Her personal experience with migraines has contributed to her specialty with specific neck work. She is also a cancer survivor and has worked with many who share this narrative, incorporating their survival story into the framework of the session and paying attention to the specific sensitivities that accompany the recovery process. Clients can expect Angela to deliver deep pressure while still providing an overarching theme of fluidity and relaxation. As a professional dancer for over 25 years, Angela is very passionate about movement and flow, with a love of incorporating movement modalities into her work. She is a lover of receiving bodywork and believes others should enjoy the work they receive and feel like their needs have been heard and accommodated.

Hanna Gissler (she/her)

Hanna graduated from Denver Integrative Massage School in 2014 and brings a decade of experience to her practice. She worked at The Dragontree from 2016-2020 and is thrilled to be back! Her massage approach incorporates the meridian system and emphasizes deep nervous system relaxation, where true healing happens. In addition to being a massage therapist, Hanna is an acupuncturist specializing in pain treatment

Having experienced multiple car accidents and chronic pain, Hanna understands the profound impact physical pain and tension can have on quality of life. She brings an open-hearted presence and utilizes effective techniques to release areas of constriction in the body. Hanna believes that healing happens when we slow down. In today's fast-paced world, our nervous systems suffer. Chinese medicine is about balancing the yang (action, movement) with the yin (rest, stillness). True health lies in this dynamic balance.

Hanna also believes that beauty emanates from within and that self-care is vital for achieving one's best self. Her passion for promoting overall health and well-being is reflected in her approach to skincare treatments and personalized routines. She takes pride in helping individuals look and feel their best, empowering them to embrace their natural beauty.

Lexi Boespflug (she/her)

With two decades of hands-on experience, Lexi has honed a deep understanding of the human body and the healing power of touch. Specializing in a range of techniques from Swedish and deep tissue to sports and prenatal massage. Lexi is dedicated to providing personalized care tailored to each client's unique needs; energetically, emotionally and physically. Her extensive knowledge and compassionate approach ensure a rejuvenating and therapeutic experience, promoting overall wellness and relaxation. Whether you're seeking relief from chronic pain, recovering from an injury, or looking to restore and reset, she is committed to guiding you to achieve optimal health and balance within your mind, body and spirit.

A native to Boulder CO, Lexi lives up in the mountains with her daughter. She loves spending time in nature and connecting to the wild unknown.

Rachele Rising (she/her)

Rachele Rising is a graduate of C.S.U., S.D.M.C., and N.A.S.M, has many advanced certifications in the body wellness field that lead her to becoming a Licensed Massage Therapist. Her experience as a Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Youth Exercise Specialist, Group Fitness and Certified Yoga Instructor, complements her work in massage and makes her a well rounded practitioner. 

 Rachele works from a place of mindfulness, intuition, and education to help others create more balance in their body and mind. Her knowledge of functional anatomy allows her a thorough understanding of the entire body. She specializes in soothing relaxation through Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, The signature DragonTree Massage and Aromatherapy Massage, Ayurvedic Dry Brushing, Scalp Massage with warm oil,  as well as Pregnancy Massage. She also has an educational background in Ashiatsu, Thai Massage, Sports Massage, Myofascial Massage, Cupping, and Hot Rocks Massage.

 Her goals are to promote relaxation and stress relief to her clients who are dealing with repetitive movement issues including but not limited to: trigger points,  ischemia,  muscle imbalances, postural issues, mobility issues, hypertonicity, psychological or physical stress. As a massage therapist, Rachele utilizes techniques such as skin rolling, trigger point therapy, sifting, neuromuscular therapy, cross fiber friction, pin and stretch, and many more.

 Outside of work you’ll find Rachele hanging out with her kids and three doggies, listening to good music, reading a good book, and eating delicious, healthy foods. 

Christine Harrell (she/her)

Christine's journey into Yoga and Ayurveda began in 2015, when she graduated from the National Yoga Academy and the Prison Yoga Project, focusing on trauma-informed yoga for underserved communities, particularly incarcerated individuals. Her passion led her to found a non-profit organization in her hometown of Virginia, where she continued her work in healing and empowerment.

In 2021, Christine furthered her education, earning certifications in Ahimsa Japa Meditation from Wise Earth Ayurveda School and becoming an Ayurveda Wellness Counselor and Ayurveda Yoga Teacher through OM Yoga Journey.

She gained a deep understanding and experience in Ayurveda during an internship at Ayurvedagram in Bangalore, India, and completed specialized training in Ayurvedic facials from Kerala University.

Recently, Christine expanded her holistic expertise by becoming a licensed massage therapist, specializing in Ayurvedic facials, Ayurvedic Therapies, Deep Tissue, Swedish, Prenatal, and Thai Yoga massage.

Outside of work, Christine loves to travel for soccer, explore new restaurants, attend music shows, and spend time with family and friends, embracing life to the fullest.

Felicia Chavando (she/her)

Felicia came to her work as a massage therapist through her passion for the ancestral, earth-based, and indigenous medicine ways of her lineage. She acknowledges that the skilled laying of hands is perhaps the oldest form of healthcare the world over and feels greatly honored for every opportunity to provide intentional, restorative, and nourishing touch. She has many years of experience in holistic wellness as a folk herbalist, traditional Mexican medicine practitioner, and homebirth midwife. Felicia is a graduate of the Berkana Institute of Massage Therapy and is forever committed to expanding her skills in the art of bodywork. She is deeply grateful to be of service through her heart and hands within the Dragontree community.

Felicia’s approach with bodywork is intuitive and integrative. She believes in the body’s innate intelligence to restore harmony and in turn, support the wellness of mind and spirit. She strives to meet each person where they are at, providing individualized and inclusive care. She blends a range of modalities including deep tissue, Swedish, myofascial release, Thai, and more. She is especially passionate about prenatal and postpartum massage and has years of expertise in traditional Mesoamerican abdominal/womb massage. 

Felicia is committed to advancing equity within the wellness industry and hopes to be a bridge for increased access to bodywork and ancestral healing arts for her BIPOC community and other underserved community members. Outside of her work, you will find Felicia in her garden and being creative through art, music, and dance.

Joel Schoof (he/him)

Joel was trained in massage through the prestigious Berkana Institute of Massage Therapy in Longmont, CO. Joel integrates Swedish and Deep tissue massage to suit a wide range of needs. His herapeutic style offers deep relaxation and restoration. He has worked alongside Physical Therapists and Chiropractors, working with athletes and injury recovery. He enjoys supporting clients with complex pain patterns. Whatever your sport, he has the right massage for you. He offers guidance and tools for at-home recovery and development of your own self-care practices.

Joel attended Naropa University, majoring in psychology and Yoga studies. He is avidly involved in continuing education in the field of bodywork to widen his skill set and provide the best support for his clients. He Is currently in his third year studying Traditional Chinese Medicine at ITEA in Louisville, CO and will be offering acupuncture in the near future. Joel is passionate about health and bringing vitality back to the body.

RandyHammonds (he/him)

Randy is a dedicated massage therapist with a passion for holistic wellness. His journey began in California in 2013, where he started in the art of massage therapy. In his practice, Randy specializes in tailoring each session to meet the unique needs of his clients. He believes in an integrated approach to healing, combining techniques from sports massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and firm Swedish massage modalities. This blend allows him to address both physical tension and emotional stress, guiding his clients toward a state of balance and rejuvenation.

Seven years ago, Randy made the vibrant state of Colorado his home, where he discovered new interests in hiking, climbing, martial arts, and weight lifting. These activities not only enriched his life but also deepened his understanding of the body-mind connection.

Jennifer Day (she/her)

Jennifer is a graduate of JMU, trained in massage therapy at IPSB in San Diego, CA and BMTI in Boulder, CO, with certification in manual lymphatic drainage therapy from the Klose Institute.  Jennifer is a registered nurse, a former massage therapy instructor and is currently pursuing a life coach certification with the Dragontree.

Jennifer specializes in oncology massage and manual lymphatic drainage therapy.  She has advanced training in several other therapeutic massage techniques such as Swedish massage, deep tissue, myofascial release, Thai massage, Tui Na and energy balancing.  

Jennifer is passionate about the physical and emotional awareness, connection and healing that takes place with massage therapy.  She bases her work on her clients‘ individual needs while holding space for healing and transformation, and empowers each client to carry their healing process forward into their daily lives through post session recommendations.

Jen’s current soul work/passion project is creating an integrative cancer care network and center.

Alexandra Ogsbury (she/her)

Alexandra fell in love with body work while training in a dance company in New York City.  Her  deep curiosity about the healing body spans 35 years as a Licensed Massage Therapist including 10 years as a Craniosacral Therapist.  Relaxation is at the forefront of her massage technique which includes deep and focused touch for specific issues and lighter Swedish contact for rest and restoration.

Her specialty is BioDynamic Craniosacral Therapy. She is especially skilled at upper body, ribcage, neck and shoulder treatment. She enjoys working with athletes, pregnant women (pre and post-natal), people in stress or pain and those dealing with chronic conditions.

Alexandra’s work is strongly influenced by her dance career in New York City, and years of study and teaching Kinetic Awareness and Chinese Martial Arts in Boulder, New York, and Italy.

She is a graduate of The Swedish Institute, The Polarity Wellness Center, and The Kinetic Awareness Center in NYC; The American Association of Medical Assistants, Colorado School of Energy Studies and The International Cupping Association in Boulder/Denver. She has extensively studied Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Chi Nei Tsang-Tao Touch.

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