Meet Our Team
Leadership
Jenna Dallinga
Owner & Licensed Massage Therapist
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Jenna Dallinga is a licensed massage therapist, somatic breathwork practitioner, personal trainer, and visionary wellness entrepreneur with 20+ years of experience helping people heal, recover, and thrive. She is the founder and owner of Therapeutic Massage & Wellness (TMW), a premier spa with locations in Newtown and Danbury, Connecticut, offering advanced bodywork, facials, recovery therapies, and holistic wellness experiences that support both recovery and long-term vitality.
Jenna’s clinical expertise includes Active Release Techniques (ART) and neuromuscular therapy, designed to restore mobility, reduce pain, and regulate the nervous system. She also specializes in sports massage, lymphatic drainage, kinesio taping, and instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization, creating personalized protocols for athletes, executives, and clients navigating complex pain conditions.
Over the course of her career, she has worked extensively with professional athletes in the NFL, MLB, and WWE, supporting performance, recovery, and resilience at the highest level of competition.
Carolyn
Leadership
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Hey there, Therapeutic Massage and Wellness is where self-care meets good vibes. I run TMW with a passion for people, a love for all things wellness, and maybe too much fantasy sports trash talk. Off the clock, I’m a sports fanatic, a mom to an amazing daughter who fuels my passion for advocacy, and someone who believes deeply in making space for everyone to feel seen, supported, and celebrated. My goal? To create a spa experience that’s more than just beautiful skin and relaxed muscles—it’s about community, care, and a place where being yourself is always enough.
Massage Therapists
Heidi
Licensed Massage Therapist
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Heidi is a 2004 graduate of CCMT. She attended massage school while working as a personal trainer, but now focuses on being a full-time massage therapist. She strongly believes in taking care of our bodies through exercise, massage, yoga and/or stretching. Heidi likes to incorporate stretching and movement into her massage sessions to help clients increase their range of motion and reduce tension.
Nick
Licensed Massage Therapist
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Nick has a thriving interest in the human body and how it functions, with a passion for helping people be the best version of themselves. With a sports medicine background, Nick specializes in deep tissue and sports massage to loosen tough knots, improve recovery time, and restore balance to body and mind.
Zack
Licensed Massage Therapist
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Zack has been a valuable member of Therapeutic Massage & Wellness since 2021. He creates integrated and customized treatment plans that address each client’s needs and goals. Skilled in deep tissue techniques, assisted stretching, and sports massage, Zack helps clients recover faster, correct imbalances, and improve performance.
Christina
Licensed Massage Therapist
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Christina is a 2015 graduate of CCMT. Whether it requires a light touch and presence or intensive deep tissue work, she strives to meet each of her client's physical wellness goals. Trained in MLD, myofascial, and stretching, she is equipped to work with clients who have medical issues to create unique and specific care plans.
Emily
Licensed Massage Therapist
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Emily is a dedicated massage therapist who takes pride in helping clients improve mobility, reduce pain, and achieve deep relaxation. She incorporates a variety of therapeutic techniques to create customized sessions that address each client’s unique needs and wellness goals.
Shelley
Licensed Massage Therapist
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Shelley specializes in creating a safe and restorative environment where clients can release tension and reconnect with their bodies. Her massage style combines therapeutic depth with a deeply calming presence, supporting both physical healing and emotional balance.
Kareen Tapia
Licensed Massage Therapist
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My name is Kareen Tapia. I grew up in Colorado, where I lived with tall mountains to the west and beautiful fields that glowed in the sunset to the east. I received my training at the Colorado Institute of Massage Therapy and specialized in neuromuscular and trigger point therapy. It came naturally to me because, since childhood, I have had a passion for music and dancing. I found it to be the best way to express my feelings and views of the world. Just as there is a flow and rhythm to dance and music, there is one to massage therapy. For me, it is an art form, one based on the same concept of movement and art found in dance and music.
As I travel from place to place, I want to learn the art forms of massage practiced in each area and incorporate those into my practice so that I may continue to blend, form, and evolve my techniques to better serve my clients. Learning from fellow therapists helps me enhance my own skills to bring the best to those I serve.
I deliver Swedish massage along with neuromuscular techniques to provide a soothing yet effective massage and bring my clients tranquility and pain relief in each session. Spending personal time on the feet and hands is my specialty. Feet are the foundation of the body and can help relieve pain throughout the entire person. Hands are our tools, our first contact with the world; we must care for them throughout our lives. My goal is for my clients to leave each session with me feeling rejuvenated and at peace.
Estheticians
Nicole
Licensed Esthetician
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Nicole attended the Aesthetic Institute of Arts and Sciences in Southbury, CT, and has always had a desire to help people feel confident in their skin. She specializes in customized treatments and home-care routines, supporting clients with a mix of advanced skincare and holistic education.
Julia K
Licensed Esthetician
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Raised in Newtown, CT, Julia graduated from the New York School of Esthetics at the top of her class. She believes skincare requires more than a “one size fits all” approach and curates regimens based on each client’s goals and lifestyle. Julia creates relaxing, yet highly effective facial experiences.
Litzy
Licensed Esthetician
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Litzy is passionate about helping clients achieve glowing, healthy skin. She specializes in customized facials and product education, empowering clients to care for their skin both in the spa and at home. Her calm, attentive approach ensures that every treatment is relaxing and results-driven.
Wellness
Louann
Wellness Practitioner
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Louann is an experienced visual storyteller, licensed cosmetologist, and empathic wellness guide. She merges creativity with compassion, helping individuals release stored energy, restore balance, and elevate their well-being through meditation, visualization, and energy balancing practices. As an ordained minister, she empowers others to embrace their highest selves.
Michelle
Wellness Practitioner
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Michelle is dedicated to holistic wellness and supporting clients on their self-care journeys. With a calming presence and compassionate approach, she helps create balance and relaxation through customized recovery and wellness services. She is passionate about guiding clients toward lasting health and vitality.
Front Desk Team
Romina
Front Desk Associate
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Romina brings warmth and professionalism to the front desk team. She enjoys welcoming guests, assisting with scheduling, and creating a positive experience for every client who enters the spa.
Sarah G
Front Desk Associate
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Sarah is a sophomore at Sacred Heart University studying criminal justice. She enjoys spending time with her dog and family, playing golf, riding horses, and being outdoors. She also loves traveling and capturing nature through photography.
Kate
Front Desk Associate
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Kate has a cosmetology degree and five years of experience in salons and spas, including reception and hairstyling. She enjoys taking care of people and educating clients about recovery services. Outside of work, she loves journaling, reptile keeping, and videography.
Giuliana
Front Desk Associate
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Giuliana is a friendly and attentive member of the front desk team. She ensures that every client feels welcomed and supported, providing excellent service and contributing to the spa’s relaxing atmosphere.
Paige
Front Desk Associate
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Paige is one of the first smiling faces you’ll see at TMW. With her warm personality and attention to detail, she ensures that each client’s visit runs smoothly and feels special from start to finish.
Frances
Front Desk Associate
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Frances provides a welcoming and professional presence at the front desk. She assists clients with scheduling, answers questions, and makes sure every guest feels cared for during their visit.