OUR TEAM

Victoria has been practicing massage consistently since 2008. She specializes in range-of-motion work, with a focused approach to mobilizing stiffness in the hips, neck, and shoulders.

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Her standard sessions combine classic massage therapy with Thai stretching techniques, allowing her to offer a customized experience ranging from light to firm pressure. Victoria’s massage knowledge is also informed by her 2014 Yoga Teacher Training, giving her a holistic understanding of body mechanics. To support long-term recovery and longevity, she frequently provides clients with tailored stretches to practice at home.

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Victoria also integrates hot stones and warm towels into her treatments to enhance muscle relaxation and relieve deep tension. You will love booking with Victoria if you are looking to move more freely, recover from stiffness, or want an intentional session that balances therapeutic stretching with relaxing heat.

Jessus brings a natural kindness and authenticity to his bodywork, creating a session that feels respectful, attentive, and deeply restorative.

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His approach is intentional without feeling forced. He works with the body at a steady, responsive pace, using medium to firm pressure to help ease chronic tension, support release, and create a sense of lasting relief beyond the session itself.

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Jessus was drawn to massage therapy through his own life experience. Having always worked well with his hands, his path eventually led him from construction into the healing arts. That transition was also shaped by his personal journey with scoliosis and his firsthand understanding of how transformative consistent bodywork can be.

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A graduate of Guilford Technical Community College, Jessus offers an integrative massage style that is especially supportive for clients experiencing upper back, lower back, and neck pain. His goal is to help each client feel more at ease in their body through thoughtful, grounded, and effective therapeutic work.

As a Boone native, I am deeply rooted in this community. My journey toward massage therapy began during my time as a public servant in the court system, where I witnessed daily how high-stress environments manifest as physical tension, weighing heavily on both the body and the spirit.

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This realization led me to begin a career in esthetics 22 years ago. It was there that I quickly discovered an intuitive gift for healing touch; I saw firsthand how much could be achieved when we address the stress held beneath the surface. Upon my retirement from the court system, that discovery fueled my full transition into massage and bodywork. I completed my massage therapy education at CCC&TI, receiving my license in early 2026.

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I am a lifelong student of the science of healing, constantly leaning into new techniques to better serve my community. I specialize in addressing the complex "stress trio"—jaw pain (TMJ dysfunction), tension headaches, and upper body relief (neck, shoulders, and arms). I also love incorporating deep hip stretches and lower back release to help you feel grounded, mobile, and fully present. My goal is to facilitate your body’s path to wellness with a touch that is as purposeful as it is restorative.

Born and raised in Boone, Sarah grew up witnessing how healing touch could transform daily lives, which inspired her to pursue her education in massage, graduating from Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute's massage therapy program in 2025.

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Sarah’s work deeply reflects her personality: a blend of relatable professionalism and kindness. She brings a caring, grounded, and easygoing energy to her sessions at The Care Collective, immediately putting clients at ease. Guided by practical intuition, Sarah has a relaxed, natural way of listening to the body and letting it lead the work.

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Her real talent lies in her consistent, firm pressure and her innate ability to zero in on exactly where muscles are congested, tackling tension without any fuss. She especially loves working on the head and neck, low back, hands, and feet, focusing on steady, intentional work. For Sara, massage isn't only about short-term relief; it's about long-term wellness and longevity.

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You will love booking with Sarah if you are looking for consistent, firmer pressure, if you have sore muscles and are looking for relief, or if true relaxation for you happens during a great massage with firmer pressure.

Jahfari’s work is a good fit for clients who want a quieter, more focused massage experience with deep, effective pressure.

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His sessions are calm, intentional, and low-talking, creating space for you to fully settle in and receive the work without distraction. He may incorporate guided breathing to help your body soften, your nervous system slow down, and the massage feel more effective.

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Jahfari takes time to listen to what is bothering you and pays close attention to patterns of tension, tightness, and restriction in the body. From there, he customizes each session using firm deep tissue and myofascial techniques to help relieve pain, reduce tension, and support better alignment.

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He is especially skilled at working with tension in the back, shoulders, and neck, making him a strong choice for clients dealing with everyday stress, work-related stiffness, or chronic pain.

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Jahfari was drawn to massage therapy because he believes care is found not only in what you do, but in how you do it. After watching his sister begin her own path in the field, he saw massage as a meaningful way to offer everyday kindness, presence, and relief. His goal is to help clients feel more comfortable in their bodies through bodywork that is attentive, intuitive, and effective.

What sets Cree apart is her diverse medical background, deep knowledge of anatomy, and incredible capacity for empathy and compassion. Originally from Morganton, NC, she spent nearly a decade in healthcare as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), medical technician, and respite caregiver before transitioning into massage therapy. Driven by a lifelong interest in functional movement, Cree was drawn to bodywork as a focused, hands-on modality to offer profound physical relief and human connection.

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A graduate of Caldwell Community College, Cree brings a clinical, problem-solving mindset to every session. She partners closely with her clients to address root causes rather than just surface symptoms—combining her ability to deeply calm the nervous system with targeted, compassionate care.

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Cree specializes in deep tissue massage and is an exceptional choice for clients navigating chronic pain. She has a particular focus on improving range of motion—especially in the shoulders—and excels at treating neck tension, shoulder dysfunction, low back discomfort, chronic headaches, and foot pain. Because of her extensive medical background, Cree is also a standout choice for prenatal massage, particularly for expectant mothers navigating pregnancy alongside complex medical diagnoses or chronic health issues.

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Always expanding her skill set to better serve her clients, Cree has a strong interest in the functional, movement-based approach of Thai massage. She is currently pursuing advanced training in both Thai Massage and Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD).

Jiriki cares about people, and she is amazing at massage and bodywork. Clients who book with Jiriki are consistently inspired by her attention to detail and her natural ability to listen to what is ailing them. She possesses a rare gift for considering both the physical concerns and emotional state of her clients—making her the ideal therapist to book with if you are managing heavy stress or simply need a compassionate, grounding environment to reset your nervous system.

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Her career was inspired by helping her mother, an emergency room worker who developed severe plantar fasciitis. Through daily, focused care on her mother's feet, Jiriki was able to fully resolve her pain and restore her mobility. Witnessing the transformative healing power of therapeutic touch—by her own hands—solidified Jiriki’s commitment to massage therapy and inspired her career path.

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If you suffer from chronic, long-term pain, Jiriki is who you should consider seeing. She specializes in addressing areas of persistent discomfort—particularly in the shoulders and lower back, where posture, stress, and repetitive strain tend to settle. Her approach is client-centered, combining intentional, results-driven techniques with deep empathy to promote lasting relief.

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Jiriki is also a wonderful match for those needing targeted Deep Tissue work to address persistent muscle tension without sacrificing comfort, as well as expectant mothers seeking safe, supportive Prenatal Massage tailored to the unique physical shifts of pregnancy. Whether you are dealing with physical pain or emotional fatigue, Jiriki crafts a custom session that leaves you feeling heard, supported, and deeply renewed.

Montana is as fiercely dedicated to professionalism as she is to the craft of bodywork. A Boone native with a deep love for her mountain community, Montana has been an integral part of The Care Collective since April 2023. Beginning her journey on the Wellness Team, her time at the front desk and years spent attending internal continuing education meetings gave her a unique, holistic perspective on client care. That rich background shines through in her massage sessions, and Care Collective clients are so consistently impressed with her skill that pre-booking is recommended to secure a spot on her schedule.

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A graduate of CCC&TI’s esteemed Massage Therapy Program, Montana’s philosophy centers on helping people reconnect with their bodies, honoring how sacred and capable they truly are. She brings a deliberate pace, firm deep pressure, and highly intentional techniques to every session—aiming to help clients find lasting freedom from pain while inviting deep relaxation across body, mind, and spirit.

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Montana offers specialized modalities tailored to deep relief and comfort, including Ashiatsu for clients who seek continuous, broad, and sustained deep pressure, as well as supportive Prenatal care. She also offers Side-Lying massage, a comforting modality that is a must-try for side sleepers or anyone whose nervous system needs extra comfort to let go. Above all, your well-being is always her top priority—making her an exceptional choice if you are seeking a therapist who delivers firm, intentional, and deeply compassionate work.

Beginning with the seeds planted during my education at the Finger Lakes School of Massage and throughout my 15+ years as a Licensed Massage Therapist, across 4 states and most work environments, I have developed a deep respect and gratitude for the power of our bodies to protect and heal themselves.

 

My massage magic is an intuitive blend of modalities and tools customized to focus on your goals for your massage session while grounding you back into your body and the present moment to nurture a sense of peace and safety that induces the deep relaxation required to allow your body to process stress, to rest, and to heal.

 

I have also learned that without this vital step, nourishment, healing, and pain relief can only occur at absolutely minimal levels no matter how much will-power or force is applied because the body’s miraculous powers of healing are perfectly balanced by its powers to protect itself and maintain its protective adaptations, which you experience as tension, muscular knots, and pain.

 

I particularly enjoy: working with clients during the childbearing year (prenatal and postnatal), offering Reiki energy work, helping clients manage migraines and tension headaches, and most of all using every tool and modality in my repertoire (including dedicated deep tissue services) to offer you the very best massage therapy has to offer.

 

I would love to see humanity embrace living from a place of rest and nourishment, and until then I am deeply committed to spreading this radical relaxation revolution through both my massage practice and personal embodiment.

 

I endeavor to always be grounded and grounding, nourished and nourishing, relaxed and relaxing, so if the expectations, obligations, and/or realities of life are causing any discomfort- or you wish to avoid it!- come see me and we can create a unique relaxation and rejuvenation routine that fulfills your need to settle back into your human BE-ing-ness, because we are not human DO-ings, after all.

Trish holds a safe space for her clients. She brings acceptance and years of knowledge to the massage table. Trish has a professional background in the clinical medical field and transitioned to full-time massage therapy in 2021. This medical foundation, combined with her personal pursuit of knowledge and medical information, makes her exceptionally comfortable navigating the nuances of complex health histories, including clients who manage multiple medications or concurrent, overlapping diagnosed conditions.

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See Trish if you want a massage therapist who listens to what you have going on and has an informed opinion on how to actually treat and solve the issue. She thrives when clients trust her skillset and let her take the lead.

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A focus of Trish's work has become helping clients who have realized their pain stems from joint hypermobility. This is a huge piece of the puzzle to consider, especially if you usually get flared up by deep tissue massage, massage that includes stretching, or feel worse after a heavy session. Trish is a "listen to the body, don't battle it" massage therapist. She relies on her knowledge and experience to listen to your muscles and create real, lasting results. She excels at working slowly and relieving your pain without causing you more of it on or off the table.

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Trish also offers Massage + Red Light Therapy—a seamless combination that delivers two full services in one session. Clients receive the restorative, cellular-level benefits of targeted red light therapy while simultaneously experiencing Trish’s expert bodywork. This combined service is strongly recommended for anyone recovering from surgical procedures (once cleared by a physician) or working through chronic tissue inflammation.

For anyone whose mind or body needs a deeply dependable space to unwind, Aria offers the ultimate gift: unwavering consistency. Aria ensures you always know what to expect through clear communication, thoughtful check-ins, and master-level care. A valued team member at The Care Collective since June 2023, she brings a grounded, no-nonsense approach that allows your nervous system to fully drop its guard and settle into genuine ease.

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Aria offers a wide array of modalities, pressures, and specialties—ranging from slow, intentional medium-firm work to targeted Deep Tissue, our Balancing Scalp and Facial service, and our specialized Headache and Migraine Protocol.

 

She particularly excels at collaborating with clients to resolve lower back pain and hip discomfort, and she finds that the soothing heat of hot towels and stones complements her techniques beautifully to melt away tightness.

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For clients seeking the deepest, most sustained pressure, Aria also offers Ashiatsu. Whether you are looking for an intuitively tailored full-body session with warm stones or her strongest deep-pressure modality, Aria provides a calm, deeply reliable environment for client care. 

Elizabeth has a very calm, kind, and nurturing presence that is reflected in her thoughtful and considerate touch. Having practiced massage consistently since 2010, she brings an extensive understanding of anatomy and a highly intentional approach to her massage sessions.

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Elizabeth is dedicated to creating calm and well-being for her clients, prioritizing a hands-on approach that treats listening to a client's needs as a way of listening directly to their body. She utilizes an integrative massage style drawing from her many years of massage training and experience to serve each individual, helping clients feel more comfortable in their bodies and experience greater ease of movement in their daily lives.

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You will love booking with Elizabeth if you are looking for a calm, nurturing touch, if you value a therapist with an extensive understanding of anatomy, or if you are looking to find more ease of movement and hope to achieve this with a style of massage that is more grounded and gentle.

I grew up in Garner, NC and attended massage school at Gwinette College in Raleigh, NC from 2021-2022.

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A career in massage really captured my interest after receiving chiropractic care and massage therapy for a repetitive use back injury that I experienced in 2020.

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Massage was the modality that really stood out to me, my pain was relieved, and my injury resolved. 

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My approach combines the relaxing flow of Esalen style massage strokes with targeted techniques for pain relief and muscle recovery.

For Liz, massage therapy isn't just a career—it is an answer. She views bodywork as a powerful alternative for those struggling with anxiety, depression, or chronic pain, especially clients choosing a path less traveled over surgery, medication, or simply giving up. Liz completed her massage training at the Asheville School of Yoga and Massage in 2018, shortly after completing her college degree in theater at Lees-McRae College. Her education in stage presence and dynamic, theatrical body movement gives her an intuitive, natural ability to understand spatial awareness, which she translates today into a fluid choreography of firm pressure and creative movement.

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At TCC, Liz focuses her practice exclusively on Ashiatsu and Thai massage (offered on both the mat and the table). Booking her for either modality offers a completely fresh experience that breaks away from the typical face-up, face-down massage routine. Liz is also currently developing her own signature blend of these two styles—so stay tuned!

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She is the ultimate specialist for anyone looking to reclaim their range of motion and flexibility. Because her unique style incorporates deep pressure, active stretching, and intuitive movement, Liz stays heavily booked. As a natural educator, she also lovingly shares her deep knowledge and artistic approach with her teammates.

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Liz's schedule is consistently full—please plan to book several weeks in advance. 

I have had the pleasure of working as a massage therapist in the mountains of Boone, NC since 2010.  I enjoy the beauty of this area and the people who chose to live and visit here.  

 

I love working with all kinds of clients, who are looking for healing on many different levels.  My massage techniques incorporate my love for yoga, deep tissue massage, and my appreciation for the body's capacity to heal. 

 

I love working with low back pain, shoulder pain, headache and migraine sufferers, jaw pain and neck pain.  I also love working with pre and post natal clients.