Alison is a graduate of the New School for Massage in Chicago. With a background in personal training and yoga, she has developed a love for the human body. Her goal is to understand and educate patients on what makes the body perform optimally, which conditions lead to chronic pain and dysfunction, and the role therapeutic massage can have in relieving these issues. Alison specializes in Deep Tissue, Trigger Point and Myofascial Release therapies. She is currently pursuing her Corrective Exercise Specialist certification and looks forward to providing patients with an individualized, knowledgeable approach to helping them live a pain-free life. In her spare time Alison enjoys playing with her three rescue dogs, weightlifting, and exploring all the amazing things Chicago has to offer.
Alison can perform: deep tissue, sports massage, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, cupping, guasha, prenatal, and postnatal
Alison is a graduate of the New School for Massage in Chicago. With a background in personal trai...
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Dr. Zoe McTeer was born and raised in Charleston, South Carolina. Her passion for healthcare was sparked by watching her father navigate health challenges after a 20-year career with the US Navy. Following her undergraduate studies at the College of Charleston, she earned her Doctorate of Chiropractic from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. Her approach is to provide a pathway to pain relief and performance for athletes, older adults, and everyone in between. She believes in patient-centered care, educating each patient about their concerns and goals. She enjoys treating everything from chronic pain to athletic injuries. In her free time she enjoys rugby, music, weightlifting, and walks on the lake with her dog, Dakota.
Dr. Zoe McTeer was born and raised in Charleston, South Carolina. Her passion for healthcare was ...
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A true windy city girl, Dr. Hana Naveed was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences with honors and accomplished her doctorate of Chiropractic from National University of Health Sciences in Lombard, Illinois.
From her early teenage years, she had a strong passion for holistic medicine, seeking out natural remedies for everyday ailments, skin care, and nutrition. This later developed into a full-fledged desire to help others heal the whole body naturally, and after extensively researching the medical field, Dr. Hana knew chiropractic care was her calling.
Dr. Hana prefers a hands-on, patient centered approach in which she helps her patients make sense of the ‘why’ and gives them a lasting solution to the core of their issue to keep symptoms from recurring. Although she sees a diverse group of patients seeking care for an array of illnesses, Dr. Hana especially enjoys working with patients dealing with chronic conditions, postural tension, headaches, and those striving to maintain their health.
On days she is not in the office, she loves to spend quality time with her husband and 2 adorable fur babies and engaging in hobbies such as applying henna and reading a good book.
A true windy city girl, Dr. Hana Naveed was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. She earned her ...
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Anthony has been a licensed, practicing massage therapist since 2013, when he received his initial training at the Soma Institute of Clinical Massage Therapy here in Chicago. He has also participated in additional training at the Zen Shiatsu Institute in Evanston.
Anthony’s technique blends both Eastern and Western styles of massage to create a cohesive flow that is applicable to clinical, sports, and meditative sessions. When Anthony is not in the office, he loves to spend time with his family.
Anthony can perform: deep tissue, shiatsu, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, sports massage, prenatal, postnatal, cupping and guasha.
Anthony has been a licensed, practicing massage therapist since 2013, when he received his initia...
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Nia graduated from the Massage Institute of Memphis, TN in 2016, and in 2019, continued her studies at the Shiatsu School of Vermont, completing a Zen Shiatsu certification. She draws on manual massage techniques, as well as Traditional Chinese Medical knowledge to tailor treatments to each individual. Nia is currently pursuing a BA in Social Health and Wellness and plans to begin nursing school in 2024. She has spent the last few years working primarily with pregnant and postpartum birthing people, but has worked in a variety of settings with diverse clientele throughout her career.
Nia graduated from the Massage Institute of Memphis, TN in 2016, and in 2019, continued her studi...
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Tiara Smith is a proud Soma Institute graduate and native of Chicago. Her desire to help others and love for human anatomy led her to pursue a career in clinical massage therapy. Now that she has found her footing, Tiara is eager to explore different modalities and expand her knowledge of all things pertaining to the human body.
In her free time, Tiara can be found immersed in nature. She likes to do Pilates, weight training, and jiu-jitsu. As an advocate for self-care, Tiara encourages people to rest, drink water, stretch, and move their bodies.
Tiara can perform: deep tissue, cupping, trigger point therapy.
Tiara Smith is a proud Soma Institute graduate and native of Chicago. Her desire to help others a...
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Aaron graduated from the Soma Institute in Chicago. He specializes in trigger point therapy and sports massage. After bouncing from desk job to desk job, Aaron sought a greater connection to his work – one that reflected his passion for helping others. He went all-in on his massage training and couldn’t be happier. In addition to pursuing a greater knowledge of massage and bodywork, Aaron is a 7-year veteran of the Chicago stand-up comedy scene, has performed at colleges and comedy festivals across the country, and continues performing in the Chicagoland area today.
Aaron can perform: trigger point therapy, sports massage, deep tissue, and cupping.
Aaron graduated from the Soma Institute in Chicago. He specializes in trigger point therapy and s...
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Dr. Megan Thompson is a Midwest native who has lived in Chicago since 2010. Dr. Thompson has received chiropractic care since a young age for pain relief and increased awareness of body mechanics as a student-athlete. She loved visiting the chiropractor and felt better after her treatments. As she started thinking about careers, she felt drawn to the chiropractic profession due to her positive experiences and its patient-centered approach of healthcare. She earned her Doctorate of Chiropractic from National University of Health Sciences in Lombard, Illinois.
Her philosophy is that no two patients are the same, so it is key to tailor treatment to the individual. She finds it imperative to take time to educate patients and make sure they understand what is happening in their body. She loves to treat a variety of patients from acute pain to workplace ergonomics, but has a passion for pre-natal and post-partum care.
When she is not in the office, she can be seen walking around the neighborhood with her partner and twin little kids, baking, or practicing yoga.
Dr. Megan Thompson is a Midwest native who has lived in Chicago since 2010. Dr. Thompson has rec...
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Ada is a 2013 graduate of The Soma National Institute of Clinical Massage Therapy in Chicago, and a member of the American Massage Therapy Association.
In her practice and studies, she has learned many techniques required to attain a great awareness, deep respect for the human body and its ability to heal. Her focus is on functional outcomes such as: releasing muscular tension, pain relief, injury prevention and increased mobility. Ada is skilled and certified in manual lymphatic drainage, myofascial release techniques, trigger point therapy, sports massage, assisted stretching and breathwork.
She has advanced training and certification in pregnancy, labor and postpartum massage, and health and wellness counseling. Ada holds a Bachelor’s degree of Exercise Science and Kinesiology. When she isn’t working with patients and studying, she enjoys Argentine tango dancing and lifting at the gym.
Ada can perform cupping, gua sha, myofascial release, postnatal, prenatal, athletic performance and assisted stretch therapy, deep tissue and trigger point therapy.
Ada is a 2013 graduate of The Soma National Institute of Clinical Massage Therapy in Chicago, and...
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