Meet Our Team

Aimee, Owner

Gaya

Gaya is a skilled therapist with a passion for holistic healing. A graduate of the National Holistic Institute of Massage Therapy, Gaya’s expertise lies in her unique fusion of Eastern and Western philosophies. She is committed to her clients’ well-being, providing effective pain relief through massage, specialized stretching techniques, and addressing heart-related issues

With Gaya, you can expect a transformative experience as she harmonizes the mind, body and spirit through her holistic approach

Modalities: Ashiatsu, Deep Tissue, Swedish, Hot Stone, Himalayan Stone

Sage

Sage has worked in a variety of massage settings from spas to physical therapy offices. She combines the relaxation of a spa setting with the clinical work she has learned over her seven years as a therapist to address chronic pain. Sage guides you through your focus areas with the use of breathing techniques to help you achieve results in diminishing pain and dysfunction. Sage is our most practiced Ashiatsu therapist, having studied under Aimee’s training since 2021; she has become confident in her skills to help manage pain, induce relaxation, and facilitate recovery. She utilizes her knowledge in Triggerpoint, Sports, and Neuromuscular therapies to assist her treatments.

Modalities: Ashiatsu, Deep Tissue, Swedish, Himalayan Stone

Hannah

Hannah is an enigmatic therapist with many years of therapeutic and structural massage experience. She graduated from Healing Hands School of Holistic Health in 2017 with a focus in Therapeutic Bodywork and Herbalism. Since then, she has worked in a variety of settings including chiropractic and physical therapy offices as well as spas. Her interests include Lomi-Lomi and Structural Integration.

Hannah has an extensive background playing sports and being active, including; surfing, rock climbing, and yoga instruction. She utilizes her knowledge about the body and being active to help others recover from sports injuries, rehabilitation, and to lengthen tight muscles.

Modalities: Deep Tissue, Swedish, Ashiatsu, Hot Stone, Himalayan Stone, Prenatal, Cupping, Lymphatic Drainage

Lisa

Lisa's respect and awe of the human body led her to a career as a seasoned Licensed Massage Therapist. She brings a wealth of experience from her time in spa and clinical settings. She is also a licensed Esthetician who enjoys providing recommendations for caring for the skin you're in. She is passionate about helping her clients on their journey to experience greater health and wellness using therapeutic massage techniques combined with a relaxing spa approach.

Lisa is trained in sports and Ashiatsu techniques in addition to the lighter touch of manual lymph drainage which she uses to manage edema post-op and also to manage edema resulting from injuries to joints or to the skin. Clients love her shoulder techniques and wonderful foot massages. Each massage is unique because your needs may change at each visit. She looks forward to helping you to relax and rejuvenate.

Modalities: Deep Tissue, Swedish, Ashiatsu, Hot Stone, Himalayan Stone, Lymphatic Drainage

Said (sah-eed)

Said is trained in a variety of techniques and has been working in the industry since 2002.

He takes a therapeutic approaches to his sessions and is passionate about providing an effective healing environment. He works to tailor to each client's individual needs. He incorporates his knowledge of myofascial release and physiology as well as his varying skill sets to target the muscles while providing relief to the body and mind. He’s worked with many athletes and high end clientele. Said specializes in Myofacial release and therapeutic work.

Modalities: Deep Tissue, Swedish

Nicole

Nicole is an intuitive massage therapist that started off in the energy healing and Eastern modality realm. She understands the harmony between the physical and spiritual. Nicole is an athlete who’s had many different injuries and health issues; she’s healed herself and many others with her vast knowledge and experience in holistic health. Massage Therapy, Nutrition, Meditation, Strength and Mobility training are all tools in her tool box. Our bodies have wear and tear, Nicole helps ease those chronic pains.
She specializes in Structural Integration, Sports, Acupressure, and Reiki.

Modalities: Deep Tissue, Swedish, Hot Stone, Himalayan Stone

Tathiana

Born in Brazil, well-traveled and trilingual, Tathiana brings a vibrant mix of intuitive and academic work to her practice with a unique perspective. She graduated from Healing Hands School of Holistic Health and brings a therapeutic approach to her clients. She incorporates Myofascial Release through targeted pressure points to stiff and tight muscles, promoting a better range of motion and improved circulation and blood flow to the muscles.

An avid learner when it comes to mind and body balance, she is deliberate about gaining new insights to become better at what she does every day. In harmony with Barefoot Bliss’ passion and reputation for the best Ashiatsu Massage in San Clemente, Tathiana has initiated her training in this unique and very effective modality and is looking forward to providing an exceptional experience to every client she interacts with. Her experience in premier luxury spas, her warm smile and compassionate demeanor will have you looking forward to your next session.

Modalities: Deep Tissue, Swedish, Ashiatsu, Hot Stone, Prenatal

Katrina

Katrina is a skilled and passionate pro who specializes in Neuromuscular, Sports, and Shiatsu massage. She graduated from Healing Hands School of Holistic Health in holistic healing with an emphasis on homeopathy and superfoods, and has been trained in multiple movement disciplines from dance and Pilates to Tai Chi and Karate. Katrina plays the guitar and violin, so healing the body from repetitive motion is something she relates to. She believes in the body's ability to heal itself with the correct tools and proper techniques to facilitate rebuilding of the cells.

Katrina creates unique therapy for each client for their individual needs and provides treatments she deems most beneficial for exceptional quality of life.

Modalities: Deep Tissue, Swedish, Ashiatsu, Hot Stone

Skylar

Skylar is a veteran still willing to serve his country and community with compassion and empathy. His time in service has instilled the core values he operates with every day: integrity, service before self, and excellence in all he does. Skylar has gone through his own journey, rehabilitating from numerous injuries that required multiple surgeries and relearning how to walk and run pain-free. He graduated with a Holistic Health Practitioner certification from Healing Hands School of Holistic Health, where he experienced another level of healing from Reiki and Structural Integration. Skylar believes the human body can heal from most any trauma when given the proper space, time, and energy. Skylar can help treat the body with specialized care in Neuromuscular Therapy.

Modalities: Deep Tissue, Swedish, Hot Stones

Rachel

Rachel’s empathetic and compassionate nature helps her provide personalized bodywork specific to her client’s unique needs. Committed to ensuring a relaxing, therapeutic, and healing experience, she brings passion and expertise to every session. After graduating from Healing Hands School of Holistic Health, Rachel enjoyed helping people manage chronic pain in a chiropractic environment. Having gained further insight into the concept that physical healing is best facilitated when the mind is at ease, she helps her clients reach a deep state of relaxation through her intuitive therapeutic techniques. Growing up Rachel was active in dance and gymnastics and has personally experienced the value of massage therapy in aiding tight, strained, or overused muscles. Although a busy mom of two teenagers, Rachel still finds time for her own self-care through activities such as yoga, hiking, and healthy cooking.

Modalities: Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports, Hot Stone, Himalayan Stone

Trish

With a heart full of love and a passion for healing, Trish is dedicated to helping clients feel their absolute best. Her approach is personalized, focusing on each individual’s unique needs to support their wellness journey.

Trish brings a wealth of experience to her practice, specializing in techniques such as Lymphatic Drainage, Cupping, Gua Sha, Triggerpoint Therapy, and Sports therapeutic massage. Whether you’re looking to recover from an injury, relieve tension, or simply relax, Trish’s goal is to assist in your healing process and enhance your overall well-being.

Modalities: Swedish, Deep Tissue, Prenatal, Hot Stone, Lymphatic