Our Therapists

All of our therapists are New York State Licensed professionals with advanced certifications in their areas of specialty.

*Jen Hathaway, BS, LMT Owner* Jen is a professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association and received her massage training from Bancroft School of Massage Therapy in Worcester, MA. She holds advanced certification in Clinical Sports Massage, Orthopedic Massage, Myofascial Release, Active Isolated Stretching, and flexibility training. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Training from Russell Sage College, Troy, NY. She started her massage career at the Southern Saratoga YMCA in Clifton Park, NY in 1996. She served as both a certified YMCA strength training instructor and a massage therapist. Jen is a Sports Massage Instructor at Center for Natural Wellness School of Massage Therapy in Albany, NY. She is also the sports massage therapist for SUNY Albany's athletic program. Her areas of specialty include clinical sports massage, orthopedic massage/injury recovery, myofascial release, and chronic pain management. She has provided sports massage at many events including The Ironman USA Triathlon in Lake Placid, NY, the Boston Marathon and Freihofer's Run for Women in Albany, NY. She believes that regular massage is a priority in the lives of her clients and helps them achieve optimal health and wellness. In Spring of 2003, she was awarded "Outstanding Sports Massage Achiever" from the New York State American Massage Therapy Association in addition to receiving the "Entrepreneur of the Year" award from the Southern Saratoga Chamber of Commerce.

*Michael Berkal, MS, LMT* Michael earned his Masters of Science Degree from RPI in 1997 and graduated Valedictorian from Onondaga School of Therapeutic Massage in Syracuse, NY, in 2001. He holds advanced certifications in Orthopedic Massage & Pain Management, Pregnancy Massage, and Active Isolated Stretching (The Mattes Method). He was recently featured in the Saratogian for his volunteer work at Ground Zero, where he applied his skills to recovery workers. He has also provided sports massage at the Ironman USA Triathalon in Lake Placid, NY. Michael has been practicing massage therapy full-time for 6 1/2 years.

*Linda Martone, BA, LMT* Linda received her training from the Center for Natural Wellness School of Massage Therapy in Rensselaer, NY. She uses massage techniques including Swedish, Shiatsu, Neuromuscular Therapy, Thai Yoga Massage and Myofascial Release to promote relaxation, decrease pain, and increase range of motion. Linda is a Certified Kripalu Yoga Instructor and teaches a variety of yoga classes at the in Clifton Park NY. She also holds a Black Belt in Kesshin-kai Karate. Linda deeply believes that movement and massage therapy are key factors in creating wellness of body, mind, and spirit. Linda recently relocated to San Diego, CA.

*Brian Beane, ATC, LMT* Brian is a NATABOC Certified Athletic Trainer and a recent graduate of the Center for Natural Wellness School of Massage Therapy. As a graduate of Keene State College earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Medicine, he has worked in various settings including clinical, high school and professional sports level. Brian specializes in Sports Massage, Swedish, Injury Recovery and Deep Tissue Techniques. He also holds a degree in occupational therapy from Russell Sage College.

*Kathy Hutson, BS, LMT* Kathy received a Bachelor of Science degree in 1979 from Slippery Rock University in Pennsylvania. She obtained her massage training at the Center of Natural Wellness School of Massage Therapy in Albany, New York. She was a competitive athlete throughout high school and college in sports including basketball, tennis, and volleyball. One of her fondest memories was qualifying to participate in the NJCAA Tennis Nationals in Midland, Texas in 1976 and 1977. Kathy is an avid runner and feels it is her responsibility as a Massage Therapist to maintain a level of physical fitness. She emphasizes the importance of gentle stretching before and after exercise. She offers Swedish Massage for relaxation and to decrease daily stress. She also provides Shiatsu, Deep Tissue, and Sports Massage. Kathy firmly believes that gentle stretches should be incorporated into each massage session. Her goal is to educate clients about the benefits of massage and to encourage self care.

*Bethany Milazzo, BA, LMT* Bethany is a graduate of Bancroft School of Massage Therapy and also has an associates in arts from Hudson Valley Community College. She has worked as a personal trainer at the Las Vegas Athletic Clubs. Bethany offers Swedish, Deep Tissue and Sports Massage sessions.

*Janet Kearney* Janet is a graduate of Sommerset School of Massage Therapy in New Jersey. She also holds a Bachelor's degree from the University at Buffalo where she was an All American diver. She offers Swedish and Deep Tissue massage for relaxation and stress reduction. She also holds advanced certification in Orthopedic/Injury Recovery, Sports Massage and Flexibility Training. Janet has been practicing massage therapy since 1998 and believes that massage is as integral to athletic performance and injury prevention as flexibility and strength. She also believes this philosophy carries over to the physical and mental stresses of daily life, that massage and stress reduction is central to peak performance in all aspects of life.

Jina L. Smith, LMT Jina received her training from CNW School of Massage Therapy in Albany, NY. Jina enjoys working with the "everyday athlete" those who enjoy sports or who just over do it at work or at play. Her massage techniques include Swedish, deep tissue, sports massage, hot stone therapy, Bindgeweb's massage, medical massage and energy work. Jina is also a member of the Ironhands massage team at Ironman USA Triathlon in Lake Placid, NY.

*Sherri Pierce; BS, MAED, RM* Sherri received her massage therapy training from The Center for Natural Wellness School of Massage Therapy in Albany, NY and is a professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association. Her areas of expertise with advanced training include deep tissue, Swedish massage for relaxation and stress reduction, hot stone therapy, medical massage, and energy work. Sherri's approach is gentle and compassionate, as she seeks to create a sense of calmness in sessions, incorporating varying techniques and pressure. She works with clients to understand and address issues of chronic tension in the body, encouraging client empowerment and self-care between sessions, as well as the benefits of massage. Her goal for each massage is to nurture the client by reducing the aches and pains of stressed muscles, improving mobility, and allowing for a sense of ease and well-being within the body.

*Kimber Coler, LMT, LVT* Kimber is a professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association. She is a graduate of The Center for Natural Wellness School of Massage Therapy and has been in practice for 5 years. Kimber possesses advanced training in Medical Massage and Injury Recovery, Lymphatic Facilitation, and Neuromuscular Therapy. She began working in a physical therapy facility and has since worked in a massage practice whose focus centers around injury rehabilitation. Kimber also holds a degree in Veterinary Science and worked at a veterinary emergency facility as the In-house Nursing Coordinator. She also works at Nassau Veterinary Clinic where she utilizes her knowledge of veterinary medicine and skills in therapeutic massage to assist in the injury/surgical recovery of our canine and feline friends.

*Molly "Moose"* Molly graduated from Canine University with a degree in communications. She finds her position of Welcoming Committee Chair and Relaxation Coordinator extremely rewarding. Her philosophy is each day should be filled with lots of massage and several long naps in a tranquil and peaceful setting.