Therapists and Providers

Asher/Charlette Smith

Asher/Charlette Smith is a licensed massage therapist as well as a Reiki master practitioner that graduated from Potomac Massage Training Institute. Asher/Charlette practices Swedish and deep tissue massage (both on the table and in chair massage) as well as Reiki. Asher/Charlette has a profound respect for the language and communication of bodywork. Their goal and hope through massage work is to bring respect to the people they work on, and to help clients and their bodies, to get them to their idea of a better state.

Boyana Dimitrova

Boyana is a dedicated professional with a passion for helping others live healthier lives through the transformative power of massage. She specializes in relaxing therapeutic massage. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Relations from Burgas University in Burgas, Bulgaria. Driven by her desire to make a positive impact on people's well-being, Boyana pursued further education at the Florida College of Natural Health. In 2017, she successfully completed her studies and obtained her certificate in massage therapy.

Che Monique

Che Young has been practicing massage therapy for 16 years. She combines her accumulated training and experience to give each client the best massage for them that day. Whether you need deep tissue to increase joint mobility or a soothing, nurturing experience, you're in good hands with Che. Her ability to treat a variety of clients and symptoms has gotten her voted as one of the top massage therapists in the DC region by the Washington Blade (2014, 2015). Che has always had a passion for deep tissue massage and is a favorite therapist among the athletic population. She enjoys treating neck pain and headaches as well as low back and hip problems.

Che is a graduate of Temple University and the Northern Arizona Massage Therapy Institute in Sedona. She is a member of the Association of Massage and Bodywork Professionals (ABMP) as well as Board Certified by the National Certifying Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB). Che is a certified Medical Massage Practitioner. She has worked in a variety of settings, from a physical therapy office to a five star spa and is thrilled to call Alexandria Massage Therapy home.

Maggie Kreigh

Maggie has been with Alexandria Massage Therapy since 2003. Maggie's massage style is a collaboration of different techniques to achieve the client's goals as well as offering information on various self-care topics such as exercises, body mechanics, pain management, workplace ergonomics, travel tips, sleeping positions, etc.

Melissa Green

Reyna Smith

Reyna’s passion and blessing is to help others improve their health and wellness through pain management, relaxation, and diverse massage and healing techniques. Her goal is to build a wellness practice where people regularly visit to improve their emotional wellbeing and physical health.

Her healing journey started over 20 years ago by becoming a Reiki practitioner. Later, she studied relaxation therapy, and in 2011 became a Board-Certified Massage Therapist through the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Body Work. She also has a Reiki Master Certification, and is constantly researching and learning the latest and most effective techniques.

As a Reiki Master and Qigong Healing practitioner she can help clients release physical and emotional tensions that might be blocking optimal health. Knowledge and skills obtained through continuous certification updates has given Reyna the capacity to focus on the unique needs of each client. Every session includes the best techniques designed to 1) nurture the body, mind and spirit; 2) hydrate the connective tissue, 3) strengthen the neuro system, 4) improve the immune system, and 5) keep muscles flexible and healthy.

Among many modalities, Reyna is experienced in pregnancy and infant massage, Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, sports massage, massage cupping, muscle-melt-trigger-point therapy with myofascial release and counterstrain-movement, Lymphatic Massage for Detox, head massage (which helps release neck pain, headaches or migraines), hot and cold stone therapy, chair massage, reflexology, Reiki, crystal healing, aroma therapy, and Qigong healing.

With many healing strategies, Reyna feels excited to join you in a long-term therapeutic relationship that will help you reconnect with your body’s natural healing power through engaged, relaxed, enjoyable, and refreshing massage experiences for a happier and healthier life.

Grace Ganel, L.Ac., Dipl.Ac., AcuDetox Specialist, Certified Zero Balancer

I am a licensed acupuncturist in Maryland, DC, and Virginia. I have a Masters in Acupuncture from the Maryland University of Integrative Health. I hold a certificate in Zero Balancing from the International Alliance of Healthcare Educators, and I am also a certified acudetox specialist through the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association and I am a certified Diplomate of Acupuncture with the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.

My philosophy of healing is that all people are whole and complete, and treatment should aim to remind them of this truth. I want to help you learn to listen to your symptoms, because they are teachers, requests, and invitations into fuller health. Rather than covering them up, I want to help you learn their language so you can offer your body, mind, and spirit true healing.

One-on-One Acupuncture: Ancient, Holistic, Effective
I practice several styles of acupuncture, including five-element acupuncture, palpation-based Japanese acupuncture, and Traditional Chinese Medicine. I blend these styles to suit the needs of each individual client, using some needle-free and Zero Balancing bodywork techniques in most acupuncture sessions. Each appointment has a flat price.

Needle-Free Chinese Medicine Techniques
From acupressure to cupping, I love supporting people using all the tools of hands-on Chinese and Japanese medicine. When I work with you, we will discuss your particular needs and case. We will work together to provide you with the treatment plan that is right for you during each session - whether that includes needles or not.

Zero Balancing: Bodywork that goes bone-deep
Zero Balancing (ZB) blends the theories of osteopathy and acupuncture. Dr. Fritz Smith developed ZB in the 1970's to promote order where the body is storing chaotic energy. During a ZB, the client remains fully clothed and face-up for the duration of the session, while the Zero Balancer gently pushes or pulls skeletal structures. ZB feels fantastic and is a safe and relaxing experience for people of all ages. Learn more about ZB at www.zerobalancing.com

Poonam Singh, Yoga Instructor

I am Poonam was introduced to Yoga at a very young age by her late grandfather. Through his wisdom, she began her journey, gaining a vast amount of knowledge in all aspects of Yoga, like Hatha Yoga, Nada Yoga (chanting mantras), Yoga Nidra, and the Chakra Meditation. Since then, Yoga has been a constant part of her life and is now her primary focus. Poonam became a registered Yoga teacher in 2014, recognized by the Yoga Alliance.

Poonam studied Feng Shui at the New York Institute of Art & Design and became a Feng Shui Consultant. She is also certified in the therapeutic use of Singing Bowls. Poonam is dedicated to creating a nurturing environment for students who want to learn Yoga.  Her goal is to support inward focus and exploration of the body, mind, and spirit for students of all levels. Her mission in teaching Yoga is to offer the science of inner well-being to everyone.

Nadia Diamond, Master Esthetician

Nadia is a professional Aesthetician with 12 years experience working on varying skin types and conditions. She takes an approach of wholeness and wellness to better perform facials and understand the root cause of your issue. Nadia incorporates facial reading, ayurveda, and other forms of indications to help analyze the skin. Her philosophy on skincare is simple…. Everyone can benefit from a facial!

She will assess your needs to ensure you receive a facial to correct skin conditions, learn how to protect, and keep up healthy and glowing skin.

Shannon Smith

A life-long lover of the body, Shannon merges concepts from energy work and science to work with clients to understand what their body is experiencing. Through her own health journey and quest for information to understand an autoimmune diagnosis, Shannon uncovered the power of energy work, natural solutions, and alchemy in health. Passionate about helping others re-connect to their bodies and unlock their own magic, her personal mission is to eradicate autoimmune diagnoses, help others understand what is possible in their lives, and ultimately create the alignment we all deserve.

Her goal is always for you to feel safe and comfortable, free to feel and express whatever needs to come up in your session, so you can have the clarity and relief you're looking for. She uses several tools and modalities in sessions, depending on what your body and energy require. Holding a BS in Kinesiology and completing certifications and training in a variety of wellness disciplines, she can help you get back on track with your body.