Professional and Licensed Massage Therapists at Kailua Massage Therapy:
Mary McHugh, LMT
A Windward resident since 1987, Mary has been a practicing licensed massage therapist since 2002. Her love of Hawaiian culture and aloha inspired her to pursue Hawaiian lomilomi massage training as her primary focus. The combination of deep yet gentle, soothing techniques were a perfect match for Mary. Her love of the art of massage therapy comes through in every session.
(MAT 6874)
(MAT 6874)
Cathilyn Kehulani Ward , LMT, HHP
I believe that the body has the ability and will to heal itself however, on occasion needs guidance. I see myself as a sculptor, with each stroke the intention is to move the muscle and soft tissues in your body back to where they belong, thus returning balance to the body, mind and soul . I have studied and continue to study and practice several healing modalities with a special focus on the Hawaiian healing art form of Lomilomi, other modalities include Cranio Sacral, Deep Tissue, Geriatric massage, Hapai (pregnancy) massage, and infant massage. I am also attuned to Reiki in the 2nd degree. (MAT 15226)
Kyra Viveiros, LMT
Kyra's career as a Massage Therapist started in 2012, working primarily in Windward, Oahu. Her focus is to enhance core energy to relieve stress and pain, using invigorating yet soothing massage techniques. Kyra uses a blend of modalities including; swedish, lomilomi, reiki, deep tissue, aromatherapy, and hot stones. Kyra was led to massage at the young age of 8, as she grew up massage seemed to follow. Intrigued by the admirable and altruistic ways the power of touch connects people with each other and to themselves, guides Kyra to continue the path of massage. As an open-minded and reserve free spirit, I view life as an endless series of idealistic possibilities- forever being a student of life. (MAT 12986)
Tamara Moan, LMT
Tamara Moan received her training on Oahu at the American Institute of Massage Therapy. She has worked as a Licensed Massage Therapist since 2001, offering a combination of Swedish massage and Lomi Lomi techniques. Her aim is to provide relaxing therapeutic sessions that leave her clients refreshed and renewed.
(MAT 6318)
(MAT 6318)
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Derek Kahale, LMT
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Derek is born and raised in Hawaii. Being a Hawaiian man Derek is deeply connected to our "aina (island) He has been paddling since he was keiki ( a child) and has been coaching for over 20 years. As a long-time paddling coach, his desire to help provide relief to the team of paddlers was the first pull to do this work. After seeing his team experience the physical challenges that come with paddling across the Molokai channel (Ka iwi) he realzied how deeply physical stress can affect our mental and emotional well being. Derek is also specialized in fire cupping.
"As a massage therapist I love that I can help with healing your body, mind, and spirit. It is my goal to help you balance through a relaxing deep tissue nurturing massage". MAT 16166 |
Tessa Chirapantipa, LMT
Tessa has been practicing Traditional Thai Massage in Thailand and Hawaii since 2004. She is also trained in the following modalities- Swedish massage, Deep tissue, Lomilomi, Shiatsu, Trigger Points, Sports massage, Myofascial, Prenatal, Aromatherapy, Foot massage and Reflexology. Tessa has Experience working at Spa hotels in both Thailand and Honolulu, Hawaii. She offers a combination of Therapeutic and Relaxation, the Traditional Thai massage and other types of massage, the Eastern and Western styles that is effective in relieving pain, tension, tightness and stresses. She will provide the right techniques to fit each person needs. Her healing touch comes from her heart. MAT 15579
Chelsea Miyashiro- Acupuncture only
Chelsea Miyashiro Acupuncture ONLY. L.Ac (ACU-1290) I received my BA in Psychology from the University of Hawaii at Manoa and my Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine at the Institute of Clinical Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. I am very grateful to have had the chance to complete externships at Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine and Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Currently, I am a licensed acupuncturist and am continuing my education at Chaminade University to become a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Quantum Institute to become a licensed massage therapist. I have so much gratitude for this world and everyone in it so I am grateful that I can help others on their healing journeys!
