Meet The Team

Hi! I'm Dawn Edwards, owner of Why Knot Massage Therapy. I am a Licensed Massage Therapist of 10 years and a Certified Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapist. I graduated from The Soma Institute- The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy, Chicago. Throughout my career, I have worked with chiropractors, PTA's, and athletes. I am always seeking to further my education of the field to ensure my clients get the proper treatments. My passion is therapeutic and clinical massage therapy, focusing on the body’s natural ability to heal. My goal is to provide unique and effective massages tailored to the specific needs of the client. My skills in clinical massage are: deep tissue, lymphatic drainage, pain relief and management, sports massage, prenatal massage, and management of stress and anxiety.

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Cell: (708) 506-5221

Email: whyknotmassagetherapyllc@gmail.com

My name is Tess Otero, I graduated from the Healing Arts Center in St. Louis. During my time there I was trained in a mixed variety of healing touch modalities including; Swedish massage, Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Trigger point therapy, and acupressure. I am also a certified Reiki practitioner and enjoy blending this style of energy work into massages and bodywork sessions. My goal is to be a pathway to healing for the body, mind and spirit so you can live life more fully, relaxed and restored. I look forward to working with you soon!

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Cell: (618) 604-9207

Email: tessotero@gmail.com

I earned my Bachelors in business from Northern Illinois University (NIU), back in 2001.  Since then, I have owned several businesses.  Since 2018, I have been working as an Esthetician. 

I want to make people feel good about themselves with proper skin care treatments and home care.  My career as an Esthetician allows me to truly impact someone’s life just by spending the time with them and allowing them to unwind, destress, and feel good about doing something good for themselves. I am passionate about educating clients on a treatment plan that would be best for them as well as a proper home care routine that will provide amazing results.

I know the importance of continuing education and keeping up to date on the latest trends within the skin care industry.  If you truly want to see results and experience the best at home care routine possible, make an appointment.

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 Degrees

• B.S. in Operations Management, Northern Illinois University, 2003

 Certifications and Memberships

• Aesthetics Certification, New Image Technical Center, 2018

 Certifications and Training

• Facials

• Peels

• Microdermabrasion

• Lash and Brow Tinting

• Lash Lifts

• Waxing

• Eye Treatments

• Sculpt Massage (Hot oil and steam)

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                   Cell: (209) 559-7821

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I have been a massage therapist since 2009. I have also been an educator and the Education Chairperson for the American Massage Therapy Association – Illinois chapter. My passion for massage therapy led me founding and working in my own private practice since 2016 - first in Chicago, and then in the Metro East area when my family relocated here in 2021.

My style incorporates traditional Swedish techniques, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and assisted stretching. I’m also certified in prenatal massage. While my training and style is more clinically-based, I’m a huge believer in the mind-body connection and the healing power of touch in and of itself. In early 2022, I brought Reiki, a form of light touch energy work that can help rebalance chakras, into my practice to better help my clients in ways beyond solely the physical body.

My most important priority as a massage therapist is to meet my clients where they are – physically, mentally, spiritually, and socially. I strive to make my practice an inclusive space for all, especially those in the LGBTQIA+ community.

 

Outside of massage therapy, I'm a writer and occasional performer, unapologetic geek, and podcaster.

I offer convenient online scheduling, but if you have any questions before scheduling, please don’t hesitate to reach out by phone or email.

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Cell: (618) 205-1177

Email: frymiremassage@gmail.com