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Our Team
Our Team
Mark DeSantis
Mark DeSantis
Owner/Licensed Massage Therapist
CT License # 7237
Mark is the founder and owner of Quality of Life Massage & Wellness.
Mark graduated with honors from the Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy in 2012.
His training includes Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Massage, Sports Massage and Acupressure. Mark's philosophy is to establish a therapeutic connection with each client according to their individual needs. This is achieved through careful communication before, during and after every session. He strives to listen, observe and stay tuned-in and focused on the client at all times.
Present and past associations:
* Fully insured and a member of The American Massage Therapy Association
*The Spa at Norwich Inn
*Vitality Spa in Old Lyme, CT.
* The Connecticut Sun Basketball Team of the Women’s National Basketball Association
*Teaching Assistant at Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy in Groton, CT.
*Available in Norwich & Rocky Hill
Michelle Abosso
Michelle Abosso
Licensed Massage Therapist
Assistant Manager/Wellness Director
CT License # 8715
As a graduate of Ridley Lowell Business and Technical Institute in massage, Michelle has been actively practicing massage going on 7 years. Through her use of orthopedic assessment, knowledge of trigger and pain referral points, Michelle specializes in advance soft tissue manipulation, benefiting those who live an active lifestyle and need more beyond simple Swedish style massage.
Presently, Michelle has received her certificate of completion in Orthopedic Massage of the Thoracic and Lumbar region, as well as the Cervical Spine. She is actively working on completing 5 more regions with the end goal of being nationally certified and recognized as an Orthopedic Massage Therapist.
During her spare time, you can find her hitting the pavement as she is an avid runner, cooking, singing karaoke, camping, swimming, practicing breathwork and meditation, or spending quality time with her little tribe.
*Available in Norwich
Jocelyn Skaff
Jocelyn Skaff
Licensed Massage Therapist/Receptionist
CT License # 9403
Jocelyn is a graduate of the Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy and a member of the American Massage Therapy Association.
Her signature style is a blend of Swedish and Deep Tissue techniques intended to provide relaxation while seeking and addressing root causes of muscle tension.
Jocelyn is dedicated to helping her clients achieve optimal wellness and is driven by the continued progress she sees in her many regular clients.
Her calm, friendly, and caring energy will put you at ease from the moment you step in the door.
Available in Norwich
Gloria Creamer
Gloria Creamer
Licensed Massage Therapist
CT License # 7682
Gloria is a graduate of the Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy. She is licensed in the state of Connecticut, is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association, and has close to a decade of experience giving therapeutic massage.
Gloria’s massage is a blend of deep tissue, myofascial, and Swedish massage techniques. She works in pace with your breath to gradually release muscle tension associated with stress, postural dysfunction, and injury.
Gloria provides a safe, tranquil space and an intuitive touch for every client. She encourages communication so that your massage can be customized to meet your unique needs and preferences.
Carla Chacho
Carla Chacho
Licensed Massage Therapist
CT License # 10483
Carla is a graduate of Cortiva Institute of Massage Therapy specializing in Swedish Relaxation, Deep Tissue Therapy and Myofascial Release. She has also studied acupressure and reflexology. She is a member of the Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP). Carla works with many of her clients on an ongoing basis to help them maintain a lifestyle free of pain and to promote good health. In her spare time, she loves Line Dancing and cares for her 10 goats, 3 horses and several ducksnfo...
*Available in Norwich
Jose Ramirez
Jose Ramirez
Licensed Massage Therapist
CT License # 10163
Jose is a graduate of the Cortiva Institute of Massage Therapy, formally the Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy. He is also member of the American Massage Therapy Association.
His style of Swedish and Deep Tissue techniques blended together allow for deeper work where it’s needed and addressing root causes of muscle tension as well as soothing relaxation in other areas.
On his off time, Jose is often working out or spending time with his Pets. Loves going to the Movies and you can also always find him on the dance floor.
He’s known to be friendly, caring, and always interested to hear what others have to say.
*Available in Norwich
Ruth Douglas
Ruth Douglas
Licensed Massage Therapist
CT License # 10625
Ruth has been a licensed massage therapist since 2013. She studied in Tucson, Arizona. Her specialty is in sports therapy and injury treatment. Ruth has always had a fascination with how the body works and how she could help people in general. Massage therapy is her window into helping people not only relax but help them repair their body in a natural way. She is a mom of two boys, wife, online gamer, board gamer, gardener, and book worm.
*Available in Norwich
Faith Chatterton
Faith Chatterton
Licensed Massage Therapist
CT License # 10190
Faith is a graduate of Cortiva Institute of Massage Therapy. Her focus is on relief from daily stress and the promotion of relaxation and healing for all of her clients. Faith is fluent with many massage styles and techniques including: Swedish for tension relief and relaxation, Cupping to promote deeper work into the muscles, Hot Stone and Aromatherapy for some added luxury. Faith is also trained in Manual Lymphatic Drainage which helps with the body's overall immune system, Reflexology and Reiki. In her spare time, Faith enjoys yoga, hiking and spending time with her kids.
*Available in Norwich
Dylan Kirchner
Dylan Kirchner
Licensed Massage Therapist
CT License # 10989
“Keeping your body healthy is an expression of gratitude to the whole cosmos- the trees, the clouds, everything.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
Dylan began his Massage career in 2019, after graduating from the Southeastern Institute in North Charleston, SC, with a certificate in Neuromuscular Therapy and Clinical Massage. He has since been trained in Thai massage, and is currently pursuing a certification in Neuromuscular Cupping Therapy.
*Available in Norwich
Brittany Bivona
Brittany Bivona
Licensed Massage Therapist
CT License #
Brittany graduated from Connecticut Center of Massage Therapy in August of 2010. She specializes in Sports Massage, Orthopedic Assessment, Corrective Exercise Training, Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release, CranioSacral Therapy, Lymphatic Drainage, and Cupping.
Brittany spent many years working along side a Chiropractor in New Hampshire.
She was also an Environmental Steward for Maine State parks and developed interpretative nature walks, organized volunteers to clean up invasive species and to do trail maintenance such as building water bars and retaining walls to prevent erosion. She loves to connect with nature as a walk in the woods has profound effects on one's mental health.
*Available in Rocky Hill