Business Details
Your Trusted Massage Therapy Destination in Ketchikan
At Masssge By The Sea, we specialize in providing personalized massage therapy solutions designed to promote holistic wellness through stress reduction. Our team combines traditional techniques with modern approaches to address individual client needs. With over a decade of combined experience, our licensed therapists deliver customized treatments including therapeutic massage, deep tissue work, prenatal care, and specialized modalities like hot stone therapy. We prioritize client comfort through tailored sessions that enhance circulation, alleviate muscle tension, and improve overall well-being. Our practice integrates evidence-based methods with complementary therapies such as aromatherapy and trigger point therapy.Located in a convenient second-floor space with dedicated parking, we maintain a tranquil environment that supports physical and emotional healing. Our practitioners hold advanced degrees in biology and nutrition, ensuring treatments align with current health science standards. We accommodate client preferences through flexible booking options and personalized gift certificate programs. Our commitment to quality care is demonstrated through ongoing professional development and adherence to industry best practices. We serve Ketchikan residents and visitors seeking preventative wellness solutions through therapeutic touch.
Services
Therapeutic Massage
Deep Tissue
Prenatal Massage
Hot Stone Therapy
Rain Drop Therapy
Highlights and features
- Licensed therapists with advanced degrees in health sciences
- Customized treatment plans for individual wellness goals
- Combination of traditional and modern massage techniques
- Specialized prenatal and postnatal massage services
- Convenient location with dedicated parking access
Services
Therapeutic Massage
Customized sessions combining long-stroke techniques to improve circulation and reduce muscle toxins. Focuses on whole-body relaxation while enhancing flexibility and oxygen flow in the blood. Particularly effective for stress-related tension relief.
Deep Tissue
Targeted treatment addressing chronic muscle tension through deep pressure techniques. Utilizes trigger point therapy to release fascial restrictions and promote natural healing processes in connective tissues and tendons.
Prenatal Massage
Specialized prenatal treatments addressing common pregnancy discomforts like back pain and swelling. Uses safe positioning techniques to improve circulation while reducing stress on weight-bearing joints during pregnancy.
Hot Stone Therapy
Combines traditional massage with heated stones placed on key body areas. The therapeutic heat application enhances muscle relaxation and promotes deeper stress relief during treatment sessions.
Rain Drop Therapy
Holistic treatment combining massage with therapeutic essential oil application along the spine. Designed to support immune function and promote nervous system balance through aromatic and physical therapy elements.
People
Alicia Brakke
Owner, Licensed Massage Therapist
2009 graduate of Headlines Academy with advanced degrees in biology and human nutrition. Specializes in integrating functional medicine principles with therapeutic massage techniques for holistic wellness solutions.
Brittany Nielson
Licensed Massage Therapist
Experienced therapist with over 10 years in prenatal care and sports injury recovery. Certified in multiple modalities including Swedish, deep tissue, and aromatherapy techniques for customized client treatments.
Questions
What types of massage services do you offer?
We offer therapeutic massage, deep tissue work, prenatal care, hot stone therapy, and rain drop treatments using customized combinations of techniques.
Are your therapists licensed and qualified?
Yes, both Alicia Brakke and Brittany Nielson are licensed massage therapists with advanced degrees and specialized training in multiple modalities.
How can I book an appointment?
Book online through our Vagaro booking system or contact us directly at (907)617-4628 for scheduling assistance.
Do you offer gift certificates?
Yes, we provide both physical gift cards available for pickup and digital certificates that can be purchased online through our booking platform.
What makes your prenatal massage unique?
Our prenatal services specifically address pregnancy-related discomforts using specialized positioning and techniques to improve circulation and reduce joint stress.
Where is your location and parking available?
We're located at 1752 Tongass Ave in Ketchikan, with dedicated parking spaces at the building and a convenient second-floor access staircase.