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Victoria Moutahir (she/her)
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Victoria owns and operates Body Kneads, Inc. with locations in Providence and East Greenwich RI. She is a RI licensed massage therapist and has been in practice since 1998. Victoria earned a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Rhode Island and a Master of Science in Nutrition from Northeastern University. She has been teaching since 2004 and has spent her career as a mentor, educator, and ambassador for massage therapy. She graduated from the Bancroft School of Massage Therapy in 1997 and has been a licensed massage therapist since 1998. Victoria has received certifications in orthopedic massage, spa therapies, reflexology, and infant massage instruction. Victoria is currently an adjunct instructor at the Community College of Rhode Island and she teaches at the Costa Rica School of Massage Therapy. She coordinates the student clinic and mentors students in their field placements as well. Today, Victoria's time is limited for massage clients but she still works with her long time clients and LOVES her work.
In addition to her focus on continuing to make Body Kneads a successful massage therapy practice and her teaching at the CCRI Therapeutic Massage Program, Victoria is a peer reviewer with COMTA, volunteers with AFTMTE, and is active with the RI Non-Opioid Pain Treatment Coalition. She is passionate about massage therapy being recognized as part of the healthcare industry and getting insurance companies to reimburse for massage therapy.
Victoria takes great pride in Body Kneads, Inc. and works with a team of highly trained therapists and knows how lucky she is to be surrounded by other educated and passionate massage therapists.
*Victoria does not take new clients.
In addition to her focus on continuing to make Body Kneads a successful massage therapy practice and her teaching at the CCRI Therapeutic Massage Program, Victoria is a peer reviewer with COMTA, volunteers with AFTMTE, and is active with the RI Non-Opioid Pain Treatment Coalition. She is passionate about massage therapy being recognized as part of the healthcare industry and getting insurance companies to reimburse for massage therapy.
Victoria takes great pride in Body Kneads, Inc. and works with a team of highly trained therapists and knows how lucky she is to be surrounded by other educated and passionate massage therapists.
*Victoria does not take new clients.
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T Faccenda (she/her)
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T graduated from the Bancroft School of Massage Therapy in 2012. During her career as a massage therapist, she has continued her body work education and received certifications in Myofascial release, Traditional Thai Massage, Reflexology, and energy techniques. She believes in using massage treatment for pain management, which led her to learn more about using massage to help with migraines and fibromyalgia.
T uses an integrative approach to massage, tailoring each treatment to a client’s specific needs. In addition to physical modalities, T has received training in energy healing, combining techniques from Reiki and Polarity Therapy to help restore balance in the body. When she is not at Body Kneads, T enjoys dancing and you can find her at Wilbury Theater.
*T has an allergy to some scents, so please refrain from wearing perfume or cologne for your appointment.
T is available at our Providence location.
Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue, Relaxation, Reflexology, Reiki, MLD
T uses an integrative approach to massage, tailoring each treatment to a client’s specific needs. In addition to physical modalities, T has received training in energy healing, combining techniques from Reiki and Polarity Therapy to help restore balance in the body. When she is not at Body Kneads, T enjoys dancing and you can find her at Wilbury Theater.
*T has an allergy to some scents, so please refrain from wearing perfume or cologne for your appointment.
T is available at our Providence location.
Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue, Relaxation, Reflexology, Reiki, MLD
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Cara Burgess (she/her)
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Cara Burgess graduated from CCRI’s massage therapy program with highest honors in 2023. Since then, she has worked as an MT in various places in Massachusetts and RI, and currently splits her time between Body Kneads and a clinically-oriented practice in Johnston. For now, Cara has earned certifications in Myofascial Scar Release, Strain-Counterstrain, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, TMJ, CranioSacral, and she is always seeking to learn more.
She was drawn to alternative therapies as a teenager while searching for solutions to her own chronic pain and depression/anxiety, including acupuncture, reiki, massage, yoga, and chiropractic. Having found value in all of them and a personal talent for massage therapy, Cara now desires to share her success with others who have gone through a similar experience.
She was drawn to alternative therapies as a teenager while searching for solutions to her own chronic pain and depression/anxiety, including acupuncture, reiki, massage, yoga, and chiropractic. Having found value in all of them and a personal talent for massage therapy, Cara now desires to share her success with others who have gone through a similar experience.
Cara is available at our East Greenwich location.
Therapeutic Massage, MLD, Myofascial Scar Release, Strain-Counterstrain, TMJ, CranioSacral
Therapeutic Massage, MLD, Myofascial Scar Release, Strain-Counterstrain, TMJ, CranioSacral
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August Kamau (they/them)
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August is moved by creating a space where individuals feel safe to connect back into their body. They do this through bringing compassionate healing touch to each session through a multitude of techniques, such as Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofascial & Trigger Point Therapy, Prenatal, Reiki. When open communication & ease are prioritized in a warm & inviting space, clients feel safe and free to release deeply held tension.
Newly graduated from CCRI’s Therapeutic Massage program, they are motivated to serve the community at the individual level. August will be continuing to learn and grow through their deep interest in palliative care modalities & oncology. If you see August out and about, chances are they are reading, talking about history or strolling through a cemetery.
Newly graduated from CCRI’s Therapeutic Massage program, they are motivated to serve the community at the individual level. August will be continuing to learn and grow through their deep interest in palliative care modalities & oncology. If you see August out and about, chances are they are reading, talking about history or strolling through a cemetery.
August is available at our East Greenwich location.
Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue, Relaxation, Prenatal, Reiki, Myofascial, Trigger Point Therapy
Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue, Relaxation, Prenatal, Reiki, Myofascial, Trigger Point Therapy
Jason Roderick (he/him)
MASSAGE THERAPIST - LMT
MT02989
MASSAGE THERAPIST - LMT
MT02989
Jason graduated from CCRI’s Therapeutic Massage program and is passionate about helping people through touch. He believes massage therapy is an integral part of your health journey and brings an understanding of both the physical and emotional aspects of wellness to each session. As a lifelong athlete and avid surfer, Jason has always been fascinated by the mind/body connection and how caring for one can positively impact the other. He is trained in Swedish, Deep Tissue, and Sports Massage and brings these tools to each of his massage sessions to help his clients continue to do the things that bring them joy.
He has been practicing as a psychotherapist on the East Side of Providence for the past 18 years, bringing a unique perspective to his work with clients and their overall health and well-being. When he’s not working, you can usually find Jason paddling out for dawn patrol somewhere in South County.
Jason is available at our Providence location.
Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue, Relaxation, Myofascial, Trigger Point Therapy
He has been practicing as a psychotherapist on the East Side of Providence for the past 18 years, bringing a unique perspective to his work with clients and their overall health and well-being. When he’s not working, you can usually find Jason paddling out for dawn patrol somewhere in South County.
Jason is available at our Providence location.
Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue, Relaxation, Myofascial, Trigger Point Therapy
Carlos Cruz (he/him)
GRADUATE MASSAGE THERAPIST
License Pending
GRADUATE MASSAGE THERAPIST
License Pending
Graduated URI 2018 with a B.A in Biology, CCRI 2025 as a physical therapy assistant (PTA), 2026 as a MT. Been working as a rehab aide since 2018 and a PTA since 2025 at Prehab Sports Medicine in Warwick, RI. Years of hands-on experience working with the human body though kinesiology, myofascial/soft tissue mobilization, and functional movements to rehab from injuries and enhance one’s quality of life. I have a strong passion for helping others through movement and touch. I specialize in deep tissue, trigger point and stretching during sessions.
I was drawn to MT because I feel it’s an underutilized resource that greatly benefits the mind, body, and soul. I enjoy creating a safe space for people to feel welcome to be themselves and take care of themselves.
Father to a 9-month-old boy. Enjoy going to the beach, playing tennis, doing yoga, spending time with friends/family, and passionately watching the Philadelphia Eagles. I volunteer at Camp Amerikids in NY for underserved youth living with sickle cell disease in the tristate area.
Carlos is available at our Providence location.
Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue, Relaxation, Stretch Therapy
I was drawn to MT because I feel it’s an underutilized resource that greatly benefits the mind, body, and soul. I enjoy creating a safe space for people to feel welcome to be themselves and take care of themselves.
Father to a 9-month-old boy. Enjoy going to the beach, playing tennis, doing yoga, spending time with friends/family, and passionately watching the Philadelphia Eagles. I volunteer at Camp Amerikids in NY for underserved youth living with sickle cell disease in the tristate area.
Carlos is available at our Providence location.
Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue, Relaxation, Stretch Therapy
LMT = Licensed Massage Therapist
CMLDT = Certified Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) Therapist
Body Kneads Therapists are proud members of NCBTMB, AMTA & ABMP and
are licensed with the State of Rhode Island Department of Health.
are licensed with the State of Rhode Island Department of Health.
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Appointment onlywalk ins are subject to availability
PROVIDENCE
MONDAY: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm TUESDAY: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm THURSDAY: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm FRIDAY: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm EAST GREENWICH TUESDAY: 9:00 am - 8:30 pm THURSDAY: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm FRIDAY: 9:00 am - 8:30 pm SATURDAY: 1:00 pm - 5:30 pm |
