Thanks to these Local Practitioners you'll have a wide variety of styles of healing modalities to try at the Touch of Chico this year!
All of the Bodyworkers, Healers & Intuitives are listed in alphabetical order. Please, scroll down below the list to learn more about each practitioner and what they will be offering at The Touch of Chico this year for $1/minute.
Join us Sunday, Sept 14th, Noon-4pm at the Chico Creek Nature Center.
Details on the music line up, skill share presentations can be found on the Touch of Chico event page.
Healing Bodyworkers:
- Amy Alward - Holy Fire Reiki
- Allie Boone - Mandala Massage Chair Massage
- Heather Brown
- Cornelia Coppock - Reiki, Swedish & Acupressure
- Deb Deming
- Tanisha Demo - chair massage
- Victor Estrada - Sports Massage & Acupressure
- Aaron Fetty - Deep Tissue & Neuromuscular
- Carly Frevola - Kinetic Intuitive Massage
- Anestassia Gray-Berger - CMT, RN Massage by AGB
- Ken Hanson - Swedish & Lomi Lomi
- Jason Jacques - Access Consciousness Bars
- Dayana Jackson
- Elizabeth Kanavel - Usui Natural Healing
- Gayle Kimball - Chakra Balancing
- Dexter Lindo - Various Healing Modalities
- Leigh Ann Lipscomb - Chakra Illumination
- Katya Miller - Integrative Bodywork
- Jane Miner - Various Healing Modalities
- Jesi Naomi - Wellness Coaching
- Cheri Neal - Thai Yoga Massage
- Beth Petta
- Olivia Peter-Lazaro - Acupuncture
- Jodi Petersen - Reiki
- Valorie Plummer
- Shannon Sheridan
- Brae Weil-Sisk - Body Mind Integration
- Elizabethe Westgard - Reiki Master
Healing Intuitive Area
- Jenny Beacon - Intuitive Medium
- Kozmickev - Intuitive Readings
- Mandy and Brian
- Mandy Jay - Intuitive Oracle Readings
- Kat Ferrari Maslin - Reiki practitioner
- Shigemi Minetaka
- Genesee
- Guillaume Marchisseau - Hypnotherapy
- Tam Ra
- Emerald Starlight
Descriptions Of Styles:
Amy Award (Emerge Guided Healing) offers Holy Fire Reiki, Vibrational Chakra Alignment, Reiki Drumming for release and renewal, and sound reprogramming through Reiki Affirmation sessions. Hand, foot, face, head, and neck massage is also available.
Jenny Beacon Like many Intuitive Mediums, Jenny has been seeing and talking to Spirit Beings since she was a baby. She got her degree in psychology and has worked as a Teacher. Jenny also spent many years in formal ministry in the Christian church. But several years ago felt called outside the church to a broader understanding of human spirituality. Jenny values the interconnection of humanity and our vital connection with the Universe and the Great Creator. It is her joy and honor to help people connect with their higher selves and to the spiritual realm!
Allie Boone, Mandala Massage I am passionate about helping people feel less stressed and more connected to their bodies. My goal is to provide a dedicated space for people to completely unwind and leave feeling relaxed, refreshed, and rejuvenated. I offer Integrated Therapeutic Massage, Relaxation Massage, Pregnancy Massage, Sports Massage and my massage modalities include: Swedish, Prenatal, Myofascial, Lymphatic, Deep Tissue, and Trigger Point Therapy.
Cornelia Coppock is a 1986 graduate of The National Holistic Institute. She gives massages that give her clients the opportunity to relax the mind, body and spirit using various modalities including Reiki, Swedish, Acupressure, Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Aromatherapy. Anyone dealing with stress and anxiety can benefit from a massage from her.
Deborah Deming, CMT, has 24 plus years of experience as a therapist and is known for medical massage. After attending Chico Therapy Wellness Center in 2001, she was certified in an 800-hour chiropractic massage internship under Dr. Ron Horlick, DC. Deborah also attended the Upledger Institute where she learned Visceral Manipulation and Cranial Sacral Therapy. Throughout the years, she has learned to integrate her wide array of training into a unique style consisting of Soft Tissue Release, Myofascial, Osteopathic Approach to Evaluation Procedures, Cellulite Massage, Reflexology, Hot Stone, Shiatsu, Tuina, Chios (energy work), Visceral Manipulation, Cranial Sacral, Alexander Technique, Jacuzzi Therapy, and Lomi Lomi.
Tanisha Demo CMT Phoenix Revival Massage A certified massage therapist and graduate of Chico Massage School offering massage and Reiki services at Creating a Sustainable You in Chico, CA. She is passionate about providing a deeply relaxing experience to give her clients a chance to unwind, recover, and reduce inflammation and tension in the body. She integrates a range of add-ons and modalities such as warm stones, cupping, aromatherapy, swedish, deep tissue, stretching, etc. in order to provide her clients with the best service for their needs.
Victor Estrada Hands In Motion. I practice therapeutic massage, sports massage and acupressure techniques.
Aaron Fetty CMT, has been practicing massage and teaching it since 2000. He is the lead instructor at Chico Massage School. He uses his deep knowledge of anatomy and kinesiology to help identify and address the core issues that are causing his clients’ pain. Aaron will be offering therapeutic massage, blending deep tissue, myofascial, neuromuscular, sports massage, and also relaxation techniques on the table. He’ll also be offering chair massage for those that prefer it. He’s excited to help!
Carly Frevola (she/her) is a graduate of Chico Therapy Wellness Center and has been practicing massage locally since 2013. With a background in yoga and mindfulness practices, she integrates multiple modalities creating a kinetic, intuitive massage experience. From injury to relaxation, her focus is to connect clients with their own health and wellbeing, relieving the body of stress and pain. She is part of the Radical Healing Arts Cooperative housed at Chico Body-Wise Collective
Anestassia Gray-Berger CMT, RN Massage by AGB Anestassia Is a holistic healthcare worker, practicing massage and bodywork for two years and working as nurse for four. Her practice is one that emphasizes nervous system regulation and grounding. She uses an integrative approach that includes: JFB Myofascial Release, deep tissue techniques, and reiki. Anestassia hopes to hold a container for healing and restful reflection.
Ken Hanson, Stress Less Smile More, has been doing intuitive massage since the late 1980's. He will be offering a combination of Swedish and Lomi Lomi full body massage in a privacy tent. More info at @stresslesssmilemore on facebook
Jason Jacques will be offering Access Consciousness Bars at Touch of Chico this year. He took a class on practicing this treatment, after receiving his own first( bars) treatment. "I was hooked!!" It starts with intentional energetic clearing and then he lightly touches and holds 32 points on the head. Access Bars is a gentle touch point technique that creates relaxation and reduces stress and anxiety.
Mandy Jay is a conscious parenting expert, feminine embodiment coach and intuitive healer. She assists mothers in breaking generational trauma cycles by holding the loving space for them to explore their wounds and heal their inner child along with practical tips on how to relate to children using a gentle parenting framework. Mandy will be offering intuitive oracle readings and will also be available to answer questions about parenting, feminine embodiment, intimate relationships, and living a conscious lifestyle.
Elizabeth Kanavel is trained in the Usui system of natural Healing, also known as Usui Shiki Ryoho at the San Francisco Reiki Center in San Francisco, California. Her training was in first and second degree, completed in 2021, and she has been working at the Shalom Free Clinic every Wednesday evening from 5-7pm to give Reiki since Spring of 2022.
Gayle Kimball, Ph.D.., author of “Calm: How to Thrive in Challenging Times” and “Calm Parents and Children,” etc. will provide mini-readings and chakra balancing, as given every Wednesday at Shalom Free Clinic, along with Reiki healers. 1010 Mangrove. More info gaylekimball.wordpress.com
Kozmickev began studying astrology and tarot in 1982. He began chart analysis and doing readings in 1983. Originally mentored by Alex Zoltaire in 1983. Kev's studies in western evolutionary astrology continued under Steven Forrest. Since 2010 Kev has practiced vedic astrology "jyotish" under the guidance of Komilla Sutton and has been certified as a vedic astrologer after completing a 3 year study In 2021. Kev is featured on, KZFR with his daily forecast m-f at 7:30 am, as well as a weekly sign by sign western forecast on you-tube Kozmickev100. Kev will be sharing his knowledge through readings at Touch of Chico.
Dexter Lindo owner of EQ-librium, is a nationally certified Massage Therapist with over ten years of experience. He acquired 1,500 hours of education from a state accredited program that included various massage and healing modalities such as Swedish, Therapeutic, Sports, Deep Tissue, Reiki, Myo-fascial, Pregnancy, Reflexology, Shiatsu and Tui-Na. Dexter also attended Emperor’s College Graduate School of Traditional Oriental Medicine studying acupuncture and herbal medicine. His diverse knowledge allows him to customize each massage to the unique client needs. As a therapist, Dexter brings balance and harmony to mind, body and spirit through his nurturing therapeutic touch and positive energy.
Leigh Ann Lipscomb is a Resonance Repatterning practitioner and a graduate of the Shamanic Energy Medicine program of Alberto Villoldo. Since 2016, she has been working with clients in person in Chico, CA, and worldwide over Zoom and phone. She is pleased to offer resonance repatterning at this year's Touch of Chico. Resonance repatterning allows for rapid release of trauma and limiting beliefs that block relationships, abundance, health, and more. She can be reached at (530) 894-2499.
Guillaume Marchisseau Hypnotherapy Guillaume helps his clients change themselves through a range of subconscious techniques, hypnosis and hypnotherapy being central to his practice. Coming from a background as a computer engineer he understands the mind as this beautiful and essential component of the human being, that can be programmed and modified to achieve the desired outcome. So that the mind can be nurtured and mastered the same way that an artist or artisan learns to use his hands. Guillaume is also a Yoga Instructor, bringing him a holistic view on ways to allow for change.
Katya Miller KM Massage and Bodywork is owned and operated by Katya Miller. With her passion for helping others and a fantastic education provided by Chico Massage School, she offers Chico an adaptable integrative style of Bodywork. Using modalities such as deep tissue, swedish, myofascial technique, and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation she works to create a massage that is perfectly tailored for your body's needs. www.kmmassageandbodywork.com
Kat Ferrari Maslin I'm a Reiki practitioner, psychic, light language channeler, and full of love, compassion, magic and light! I am Spirit's vessel of compassion, love and comfort. I'm joyfully my happiest when healing and sharing my gifts with others. I specialize in trauma from narcissistic abuse, grief, loss, and anything having to do with helping you heal. I also work with families, as well. I have been successful in healing the whole family. This is great!! There's nothing like it! Or just one on one as I create a safe space to guide you with gentle tender care, until you feel free again! I will support you all the way.
Jane Miners A Usui Holy Fire® Karuna Reiki® Master, and Hatha Yoga instructor. Jane specializes in energy healing through Reiki, sound healing, yoga, Ayurvedic Marma Therapy, and with crystals. She teaches Reiki and yoga, and facilitates group classes and healing ceremonies.
Jesi Naomi Ikigai Presentation Life & Wellness Coach // Energy Healing Vocalist, Musician, Storyteller, & Mental Wellness Advocate. LPI Certified//ICF Accredited Specializing in Co-dependency, Values and Self-worth development.
Cheri Neal CMT, specializing in both Thai Yoga Massage and Integrative Massage Therapy. She is an experienced Hatha Yoga instructor and certified Prenatal Yoga teacher. She teaches Yoga Nidra and Meditation, as well as continuing education in traditional Thai Massage.
Olivia Peter-Lazaro L.Ac. Chico Community Acupuncture Olivia has provided thousands of treatments since 2010. Use acupuncture for pain, stress, immunity boosting and so much more. A non-profit, Chico Community Acupuncture is committed to making acupuncture accessible to as many people as possible. Our vision is a community with less pain and more health, in order to support a world with more peace. Chico Community Acupuncture at 1815 Mangrove Ave. Chico, Ca 95926
Jodi Petersen is a multi-lineage Reiki Master & Sound Healer, and a Holistic Health and Life Coach, an ACSM-certified personal trainer, Qi Gong and yoga instructor. She helps her clients heal through personalized energy healing sessions, and customizes treatments with sound, energy work and coaching to help individuals connect to the body and intuition, release stored emotions, and shift limiting beliefs.
Valorie Plummer Massage By Valorie. I have a deep passion for helping people on their healing journeys by providing customized Massage sessions focused on each person's specific needs, experiences, and healing goals. I specialize in Therapeutic Relaxation, Prenatal, Stress Relief and Chronic Pain Management. My goal as a therapist is to provide opportunities for healing, growth, stress relief, pain reduction. I have been doing Massage for 11 years, and I try to meet each client where they are in their healing journey. I look forward to meeting you and helping you on your path to healing and wellness!
Brae Weil-Sisk (they/them) is an experienced therapeutic practitioner who facilitates a transformative process integrating various somatic modalities to support healing and embrace change. Brae specializes in body mind integration and attunement through fully clothed bodywork sessions based in the classical Chinese medicine practices of Tui Na therapy and acupressure. Brae is also trained in somatic movement therapy and various models of alchemizing change and holistic wellness through indigenous healing techniques. Feel enlivened, relaxed, realigned from even a short session. Part of the Radical Healing Arts Cooperative housed at Chico Body-Wise Collective.
Elizabeth Westgard Reiki Master
