barbara holds a bachelor of arts degree in rhetoric and communications and english from the state university of new york at albany. she is also certified by the american council on exercise as a personal trainer.

brooke hafner

brooke is a certified and licensed massage therapist, as well as the spa manager at tranquil space. brooke received her nearly 800 hours of massage training from fuller school of massage therapy in virginia beach, virginia. She is also a graduate of the school's professional aromatherapist program. brooke specializes in swedish and deep tissue massage, but incorporates her training in a wide variety of modalities into her practice. brooke is grateful for the opportunity to share the art of healing with others and remains committed to encouraging greater health, wellness, and relaxation through massage.

carmen calatayud

carmen is a psychotherapist who uses breath, movement, guided imagery and expressive arts with talk therapy in a holistic approach to mental health. she collaborates with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, grief and loss, chronic illness, hiv/aids issues, relationship concerns, spiritual concerns, and career and life path changes. she is passionate about helping people on their journey toward emotional well being and living an inspired life.

carmen holds a master of arts degree in counseling from marymount university, is a board certified counselor, and a member of the american counseling association. she has training in meditation therapies, expressive arts techniques, and crisis intervention. she is pursuing body-mind psychotherapy certification with susan aposhyan and certification in jon kabat-zinn's mindfulness-based stress reduction program. she is happy to respond to your email or phone call to talk about working with you.

carmen has studied astrology for 15 years and enjoys bringing a psychological, healing approach to her astrology readings. our ancestors in many cultures used astrology to study life cycles and connect to the heavens and earth. today astrologers still study the planets to learn when it's best to be active, quiet, or make changes; and to understand our life purpose. psychologist carl jung, who emphasized understanding the psyche through exploring dreams, art, mythology, and spirituality, used astrology as a tool to help his clients find self-knowledge, self-acceptance, and validation. it is through this inspiration that carmen offers astrology readings, including natal readings and relationship readings. learn more at www.carmencalatayud.com.

rae johnson

rae johnson is a nationally certified and licensed massage therapist. she completed the 18 month training program at potomac massage therapy institute in washington dc july 2007 where she received a strong foundation in swedish and deep tissue work. her continued massage areas of study include myofascial and structural work as well as orthopedic assessment. she has level ii reiki certification.

her philosophy about health and wellness has developed over the course of her 21 years as a registered nurse working collaboratively with practitioners and clients from diverse backgrounds in washington dc and central america. empowering clients to take an active role in their own well- being is a large part her approach as a massage therapist and healthcare provider. this requires support of the physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual aspects of the whole person. she is thrilled to join a team of professionals concerned about the health and growth of clientele and staff in a nurturing space.

rachel kaufman

rachel is a usui and mahatma reiki master, as well as a certified reflexology practitioner. she has also studied the use of essential oils, which she often incorporates into a treatment session. by using this powerful combination of reiki, reflexology and organic essential oils , rachel helps clients to reduce stress-related physiological and emotional tension, as well as toxins that have built up in the body over time. clients leave feeling more relaxed, uplifted, and cleansed of negative energy and toxins. at least three sessions are recommended to fully reap the benefits of this amazing treatment.

mary ester

mary ester is a nationally certified and licensed massage therapist. she completed an 18 month training program at potomac massage therapy institute, a national leader in massage therapy training. at PMTI, mary received 600 hours of extensive training in both swedish and deep tissue massage, as well as many in-class hours focusing on anatomy, physiology and kinesiology. after graduating, mary continued at pmti as a teaching intern in deep tissue and swedish massage.

as a practioner, mary strongly believes that massage encourages good health, relaxation and well being. she listens to and works in partnership with her clients to maximize the benefits of massage. she is committed to providing her clients with body work that leaves them feeling relaxed, less stressed, and, best of all, feeling healthier. she is happy to be a part of the tranquil space team that values initiative, passion, community, creativity, and compassion.