I’m Chelsea — a Licensed Massage Therapist, lifelong learner, and Mason County local with a deep love for helping people feel calmer, lighter, and more grounded in their bodies. Before becoming a massage therapist, I spent 10 years in the U.S. Army Reserves (including a tour in Afghanistan) and worked 6 years in Human Resources for the Department of the Army. Those years shaped my approach: steady, respectful, detail-oriented, and built on integrity.

Early in my massage career, I worked primarily with auto-accident clients recovering from whiplash and neck injuries. This experience taught me how to approach the neck and upper back with precision, patience, and a gentle, restorative touch. Even in relaxation sessions, I naturally incorporate techniques that support mobility, ease tension, and calm the stress held in the neck and shoulders.

I originally studied both human and small-animal massage, and while becoming a Small Animal Massage Therapist is still a future goal, I’ve returned to my roots in people-centered bodywork. My style is slow, intentional, and Swedish-based — designed to support relaxation, nervous-system calm, and a sense of inner stillness.

I’m always taking classes and expanding my understanding of health, anatomy, and holistic well-being. In the summers, you can also find me at our local pub serving in the beer garden, one more way I stay connected with my community.

My family has lived in Mason County for generations, and I’m grateful every day to call Lake Cushman my home. Outside of the treatment room, I love hiking, foraging, gardening, crafting, traveling, reading, and spending time with my daughter, our friends, and all the animals in our lives.

My goal is simple: to create a warm, supportive space where you can let go, breathe deeply, and reconnect with yourself — especially in the places you need it most.

Professional Massage Experience:

Advanced training in injury treatment through the BodyMechanics School of Myotherapy and Massage. The school did an outstanding job at emphasizing the study of muscles and injury treatment. I also learned and incorporate some of the techniques learned from such modalities as Swedish relaxation, Lomi Lomi, Thai, and trigger point therapy.

Special interest include treating injuries to the head/neck, shoulder and upper extremities. Assisting in the treatment of such injuries as TMJD/jaw pain, whiplash, headaches, frozen shoulder, double crush, thoracic outlet, and carpal tunnel syndromes.

Chelsea Hicks, LMT of Elevation Massage

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