Heather Gariepy, LMT - Massage Therapy
Licensed Massage Therapist
zappie70@hotmail.com | (612) 695-2182
**By appointment only (no walk-ins, please!)
“Coming soon!”
Heather (She/Her/Hers) journey into massage therapy began in Ipswich, Massachusetts in 2002. Initially, she honed her skills at Boston’s Logan Airport, before relocating to Minnesota in 2004. Since 2008, Heather has been practicing massage therapy in Minnesota, skillfully balancing her professional career with raising a family. Heather is proficient in various massage techniques including prenatal, hot stone, deep tissue, and relaxation massages.
Passionate about continuous learning, she is currently enhancing her skills through online resources to better address low back, sacroiliac joint, and hip pain. Additionally, Heather has a special interest in treating plantar fasciitis and plans to pursue further training in this area. Heather’s approach to massage therapy combines professional expertise with a deep commitment to personal well-being, ensuring a holistic experience for her clients.
Education: Spa Tech Institute- Ipswich, MA
License#: MN EMTL-24-4
Prenatal massage*
Deep tissue massage
Swedish massage
Hot Stone
Please note that Heather’s services are private pay only (not covered by insurance). All types of treatments will be charged the same rate and include a hot towel and aromatherapy if desired. Pricing can be found on our Massage Therapy page.
*Pre-natal sessions are available for 60 or 90 min sessions only and will be performed face-up, elevated on a cushioned wedge with additional cushions for comfort and support.
What led you to become a massage therapist? After working in retail management for 15 years, I had decided to look at different careers that benefited people more. A friend of mine had invited me to an open house at the massage school she was going to and I signed up that night and have been loving it ever since.
What are your interests outside of work? In her personal time, Heather enjoys riding her trike, spending quality time with her three teenage sons, and embracing the outdoors in all seasons. An avid reader and crocheter, she also has a keen interest in cultivating house plants.
Do you have any pets? I do have a very spoiled very fluffy cat , Clara.
What are your favorite books? My favorite type of books are true crime and a range of non fiction detective books. My favorite book is Dark Well by Brenda Shaw, about her growing up in rural Maine on a farm in the 1940s.