​Meet Allie Brown: The Heart Behind A & I Massage ​"A & I Massage is the culmination of my life’s motivations, my family’s legacy, and a deep-rooted passion for healing." ​My Journey ​My massage therapy journey began in 2007 at the National Holistic Institute (NHI). While I graduated in 2008, life has a way of taking us on detours. For years, my dream of opening a private practice sat on the back burner as I navigated the beautiful, challenging path of motherhood. ​After 18 years of growth, I used my skills as a Certified Massage Therapist to rebuild myself from the ground up. My three children—Aniyah, Isaiah, and Isabella—became the driving force that pushed me to finally bring this dream to life. Today, A & I Massage is more than just a business; it is the most personal chapter of my life. ​The Meaning Behind the Name ​People often ask what "A & I" stands for. On the surface, they are the initials shared by my children and myself. But the roots go much deeper. ​The spark for massage therapy was actually lit by my own mother. As a child, she taught my siblings and me percussion techniques for her leg pain and scalp work for her migraines. She saw the gift in me before I saw it in myself, eventually "putting her foot down" and encouraging me to enroll in NHI. ​My Mission ​I built this practice to honor the gifts passed down to me and to create a legacy for my children. I want them to look back and see that passion, when paired with resilience, creates something beautiful. ​Massage therapy has been my anchor and my tool for transformation. Now, I invite you to step into this space of healing. Whether you are looking for relief from chronic pain or a moment of peace in a busy life, I am here to support you on your self-care journey.