Victoria Moutahir (she/her)
Owner, Massage Therapist - LMT, BCTMB, CMLDT, COMTA, AFMTE
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.
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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)
MASSAGE THERAPIST - LMT, CMLDT
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 making jewelry.
*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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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 making jewelry.
*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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Nick Pasquarelli (he/him)
MASSAGE THERAPIST - LMT
Nick graduated from the Bancroft School of Massage Therapy in 2015. He went into the field of Massage Therapy with the simple desire to help people feel better in themselves. Through his time spent working as a Licensed Massage Therapist, he has come to meld all techniques available to him into each customized massage.
While Nick mainly brings inspiration from Deep Tissue and Relaxation techniques, he also combines elements of Sports Massage, Myofascial and Regional work to bring each client the most customized experience for their needs. Nick aims to work towards a specialized approach for each client.
Nick is available at our East Greenwich location.
Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue, Relaxation
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While Nick mainly brings inspiration from Deep Tissue and Relaxation techniques, he also combines elements of Sports Massage, Myofascial and Regional work to bring each client the most customized experience for their needs. Nick aims to work towards a specialized approach for each client.
Nick is available at our East Greenwich location.
Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue, Relaxation
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Anne Haskins (she/her)
MASSAGE THERAPIST - LMT, CMLDT
Anne is a graduate of the Bancroft School of Massage Therapy. She received her first massage in 2007 and at that moment she found her purpose and began establishing her path. Growing up with scoliosis and overcoming chronic pain and depression, she understands massage therapy is more than the benefit of soft tissue manipulation.
Her intent and approach to her work takes into consideration the interweaving of our physical and emotional healing. Since graduating at the top of her class from massage school in 2009, Anne has worked in the greater Boston area and Rhode Island. She has training in Reiki, Myofascial Cupping, Reflexology and began studying Craniosacral therapy in 2022.
Anne offers customized sessions to each of her clients using techniques in Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue, Relaxation, Swedish, Reiki
Anne is available at our East Greenwich location.
Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue, Relaxation, Reiki, Craniosacral, MLD, Prenatal
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Her intent and approach to her work takes into consideration the interweaving of our physical and emotional healing. Since graduating at the top of her class from massage school in 2009, Anne has worked in the greater Boston area and Rhode Island. She has training in Reiki, Myofascial Cupping, Reflexology and began studying Craniosacral therapy in 2022.
Anne offers customized sessions to each of her clients using techniques in Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue, Relaxation, Swedish, Reiki
Anne is available at our East Greenwich location.
Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue, Relaxation, Reiki, Craniosacral, MLD, Prenatal
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Cara Burgess (she/her)
MASSAGE THERAPIST - LMT, CMLDT
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, and Manual Lymphatic Drainage, 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
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Therapeutic Massage, MLD, Myofascial Scar Release, Strain-Counterstrain
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Selena Velasquez (she/her)
MASSAGE THERAPIST - LMT
Selena is a massage therapist who graduated from the CCRI Therapeutic Massage Certificate program in August 2025. She specializes in Swedish, Deep Tissue, and Sports Massage. She also plans to be certified in Manual Lymphatic Drainage in order to serve her community, especially those who are members of the LGBTQ+ community. Her special role as a trans massage therapist provides a safe space for trans and queer individuals who seek to manage stress and reduce pain with a concentration of breath control and facilitation of healing for soft body tissue.
Selena is available at our Providence location.
Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue, Relaxation, Sports Massage
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Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue, Relaxation, Sports Massage
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August Kamau (they/them)
MASSAGE THERAPIST - LMT
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. 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, Myofascial, Trigger Point Therapy
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Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue, Relaxation, Prenatal, Myofascial, Trigger Point Therapy
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Emily Desroseiers (she/her)
MASSAGE THERAPIST - LMT, CMLDT, Reiki Master/Teacher
Emily received her Certificate in Therapeutic Massage and Body Work from Lincoln Technical Institute in 2021 and has continued to deepen her education through specialized training in Myofascial Release and Manual Lymphatic Drainage. She is also a Reiki Master/Teacher and integrates energetic awareness into her sessions to support balance, release, and renewal.
Living with chronic pain herself, Emily was drawn to massage therapy through her own healing journey. That experience gave her a deep understanding of how therapeutic touch can ease both physical and emotional tension. Her work focuses on helping clients move with greater freedom, find relief, and reconnect with a sense of calm and well-being.
When she’s not in the treatment room, Emily enjoys time in nature, practicing yoga, and continuing to explore new modalities that support the mind-body connection.
Living with chronic pain herself, Emily was drawn to massage therapy through her own healing journey. That experience gave her a deep understanding of how therapeutic touch can ease both physical and emotional tension. Her work focuses on helping clients move with greater freedom, find relief, and reconnect with a sense of calm and well-being.
When she’s not in the treatment room, Emily enjoys time in nature, practicing yoga, and continuing to explore new modalities that support the mind-body connection.
Emily is available at our Providence location.
Therapeutic Massage, Reiki, MLD, Prenatal, Myofascial Release
MT02710
Therapeutic Massage, Reiki, MLD, Prenatal, Myofascial Release
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LMT = Licensed Massage Therapist
CMLDT = Certified Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) Therapist
BCTMB = Board Certified in Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork
Body Kneads Therapists are proud members of NCBTMB, AMTA & ABMP and are licensed with the State of Rhode Island Department of Health.
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PROVIDENCE
MON - FRI.: 9am - 7pm SAT: 9am-6pm EAST GREENWICH MON, WED, FRI: 10am - 9pm TUESDAY: 10am-6pm SAT: 10pm - 9pm |
