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Meet the experienced professionals providing personalized care at PalmLeaf.
10,000+
Clients Served
1,800+
5-Star Reviews
Since 2013
Serving Our Community
Sam Brodersen, L.Ac, M.S.O.M.
Licensed Acupuncturist
Samantha Brodersen, L.Ac, M.S.O.M., graduated from the National University of Health Sciences, a valedictorian in her 2016 class with a Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine. She also has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Northern Illinois University, 2012
Experience: 8+ Years (Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine)
Qualifications
- Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac.)
- Master of Science in Oriental Medicine (M.S.O.M.) – National University of Health Sciences (2016)
- Diplomate of Acupuncture (Dipl. Ac.)
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology – Northern Illinois University (2012)
Skills
- Acupuncture
- Electrical Stimulation Acupuncture
- Auricular (Ear) Acupuncture
- Tuina Bodywork & Acupressure
- Cupping
- Rotator Cuff & Carpal Tunnel Therapy
- Insomnia Management
- Gua Sha
- Mind-Body Balance Therapy
- Headache & Migraine Relief
- Lower Back & Hip Pain Therapy
- Neck & Shoulder Injury Recovery
- Pregnancy & Women’s Health
- Complementary Cancer Care
Aleks
License Massage Therapist
Aleksandr is a licensed massage therapist with over 15 years of experience in therapeutic bodywork and rehabilitation support. With a background in physical therapy , he specializes in deep tissue, sports massage, trigger point therapy, stretching, and Swedish massage to help reduce pain, improve mobility, and support recovery. Aleksandr customizes each session to meet individual needs, delivering focused, results-driven care for long-term wellness.
Experience: 15 years
Qualifications
- Certified Reflexologist
- Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT)
- Physical Therapist
Skills
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Sports Massage
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Stretching Therapy
- Swedish Massage
- Myofascial Release
- Prenatal Massage
- Lymphatic Drainage Massage
- Reflexology
- Cupping Therapy
- Abdominal Massage
- Pain Relief Massage
- Stress Relief & Relaxation Massage
Evelyn
License Massage Therapist
Evelyn is a holistic massage therapist specializing in chronic pain relief through a blend of Swedish massage, deep tissue techniques, and trigger point therapy. She conducts thorough assessments to create personalized care plans that empower clients in their healing journey. Evelyn also incorporates breath work and mindfulness to activate the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting relaxation and recovery. In addition, Evelyn is a certified birth and postpartum doula, focusing on the needs of expectant and new mothers. With a commitment to holistic care, she helps clients achieve lasting relief from chronic pain and improve their overall well-being.
Experience: 12 Years
Qualifications
- Member of ABMP (Associated Body and Massage Professionals)
- Certified Prenatal Massage
- Manual Stretching Techniques
Skills
- Double-certified Coach The Body Advanced (CBT-Advanced)
- Somatic Trauma Release
- Vagus Nerve Reset modalities
- Advanced Muscle Physiology
- Manual Stretching
- Hot Stone Massage
- Advanced Medical Massage
- Swedish/Deep Tissue
- Prenatal/Postnatal Massage
- Myofascial Release
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Scar Tissue Management
- Mindfulness Meditation & Breathwork
- Forest Bathing Guide
- Herbalism and Essential Oil practitioner
- Abdominal Massage
- Sound Healing with Tibetan Singing
- Bowls and Tuning Forks
- Fibromalgia
- Active/Passive Range of Motion
- Energetic Awareness and Balancing
Danae
Licensed Massage Therapist
Danae is a graduate of the Therapeutic Massage Program at Lansing Community College in Lansing, Michigan. Her training includes Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, Trigger Point Therapy, Reflexology, and integrated Thai Stretching.
At PalmLeaf, Danae has also trained with Ramon Mascarenas, LMT, CMTPT, in Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy, expanding her ability to address muscular tension and improve mobility.
Her passion for massage began at age 15, when family members recognized her naturally calming touch and ability to find areas of tension. She brings that same intuitive, caring approach to every session.
Danae says:
“I want to help you release tension, move better, and feel more relaxed. I believe regular massage is an important part of taking care of your body.”
Experience:
Qualifications
- graduate of the Therapeutic Massage Program at Lansing Community College
Skills
- Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy
- Integrated Thai Stretching
- Reflexology
- Swedish Massage
- Deep Tissue Therapy
- Trigger Point Therapy
Eugene
License Massage Therapist
Eugene brings a unique combination of massage therapy skills and medical knowledge, having practiced as a physician in Belarus for eight years. With a strong understanding of anatomy and physiology, he takes a personalized approach to helping clients relieve muscle pain, reduce tension, improve mobility, and promote relaxation.
Eugene believes in listening to each client’s concerns and tailoring every session to their individual needs, creating a comfortable and supportive therapeutic experience.
Experience:
Qualifications
- Graduated from Estelle Medical Academy, Skokie, IL
- Member of American Massage Therapists Association (AMTA)
- Manual Stretching Techniques
Skills
- Swedish/Deep Tissue
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Sports Massage
- Active/Passive Range of Motion
- Manual Stretching
Jolanta
Licensed Massage Therapist
Jolanta is a compassionate, intuitive therapist with a natural healing touch and a passion for helping others. Trained in clinical massage therapy at New Age Spa Institute, she brings experience from chiropractic clinics, medical offices, and wellness settings.
She specializes in chronic pain relief, headaches, neck and shoulder tension, lower back pain, and sciatica. Her techniques include Deep Tissue, Swedish, Prenatal, Sports Massage, Lymphatic Drainage, Cupping, and Reflexology.
Jolanta also offers Hadado Japanese Facial Massage, combining acupressure, lymphatic drainage, and lifting techniques to relieve tension, reduce puffiness, and promote firmer-looking skin.
Currently pursuing advanced Shiatsu training, Jolanta customizes every session to help clients feel better, move easier, and improve their well-being.
Experience:
Qualifications
- Clinical massage therapy at New Age Spa Institute
Skills
- Lymphatic Drainage
- Chronic Pain Relief
- Reflexology
- Swedish Massage
- Deep Tissue Therapy
- Prenatal
- Sports Massage
- Cupping
Katerina
Licensed Massage Therapist
Katerina brings a strong medical foundation to her work, with seven years of experience in a hospital setting before transitioning into therapeutic bodywork. With eight years of hands-on massage experience, she blends clinical understanding with a compassionate, client-centered approach. Katerina says: “Therapeutic bodywork, combined with a client’s own body-awareness and daily self-care, is the key to effective pain management. I tailor every treatment and every self-care recommendation to your individual needs to help you achieve the best possible outcome.”
Experience: 8+ Years
Qualifications
- Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT)
- Member of Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP)
Skills
- Swedish & Deep Tissue Massage
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Prenatal Massage
- Lymphatic Drainage
- Sports Massage
- Medi-Cupping
- Manual Cupping
- Abdominal Massage
- Scar Tissue Management
Diane
Licensed Massage Therapist
Diane, LMT – Diane is a licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) with over 35+ years of bodywork experience. Several of her specialties are noninvasive deep tissue massage, massage cupping, and scars from injuries or surgical procedures.
Experience: 35+ Years (Worked in health clubs, chiropractic & medical offices, and clients’ homes)
Qualifications
- Graduated from Chicago School of Massage Therapy (1988)
- Member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) for 30+ Years
- Nationally Certified & Licensed Massage Therapist
- Certified in Neuromuscular Therapy
- Certified in Massage Cupping™ Bodywork Therapy (Educator – Level I & II)
- Certified in Cancer & Massage Therapy
- Certified in Therapy Bodywork for the Childbearing Year
- Certified in Infant Massage Instruction
- Certified in Structural Integration (Intro Level – 10-week course)
- Certified in The Aaron Mattes Method (Stretching Techniques)
- Certified in Cranial Sacral Therapy (Basic Level)
- Certified in Treatment Protocols for Overuse Injuries (Carpal Tunnel & Thumb Tendonitis)
- Certified in Bach Flower Remedies – Level I
- Certified in Ear Candling Therapy
- Certified in Chinese Diagnosis: Face & Body Reading
- Certified in ReikiPlus Method of Natural Healing (Intro Level)
Skills
- Carpal Tunnel & Rotator Cuff Therapy
- Pregnancy Massage
- Myofascial Release
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Neuromuscular Therapy
- Cranial Sacral Therapy
- Sports Massage
- Reiki
- Swedish Massage
- Neck & Shoulder Injury Recovery
- Massage Cupping
- Face Lifting & Drainage
- Magnetic Niro-Cup Reflexology
- Chronic Pain Relief
- Surgical Recovery & Scar Tissue Management
- Headache & Migraine Therapy
- Lower Back & Hip Pain Relief
Roma
Licensed Massage Therapist
With more than 20 years of hands-on experience and 7 years as a doctor’s assistant – Roma brings both skill and heart to her work. Her path to becoming a medical massage therapist began after she overcame her own debilitating sciatic pain, and that personal healing sparked her passion to help others find lasting relief. She has worked in spas, medical clinics, and chiropractic centers, and she supports a diverse range of clients with ease, speaking fluent Polish, Russian, and English. Roma says: “With over 20 years of medical massage and bodywork experience, I am dedicated to helping you find relief from your ailments. It brings me joy to hear the positive results and feedback from my clients.”
Experience: 25+ Years (Worked in chiropractic & medical offices)
Qualifications
- Graduated from European Healing and Massage Therapy School
- Graduated from European Healing and Massage Therapy School
- Member of ABMP – Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals
- Illinois State License #227.004100
Skills
- Lymphatic Drainage
- Headache & Migraine Therapy
- Lower Back & Hip Pain Relief
- Neck & Shoulder Injury Recovery
- Massage Cupping
- Carpal Tunnel & Rotator Cuff Therapy
- Pregnancy Massage
- Myofascial Release
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Sports Massage
- Swedish Massage
Sandra
Licensed Massage Therapist
Sandra, LMT a proficient Licensed Massage Therapist with years of experience, specializes in advanced bodywork. Her practice emphasizes a personalized approach, allowing her to accurately target musculoskeletal issues. She uses a variety of modalities tailored to meet each client’s specific needs. Sandra says, “Working with you to create a balance of body and mind, I love to help my frazzled clients slow down, take a deep breath, and relax.”
Experience: 9+ Years (Worked in spas, acupuncture, and chiropractic settings)
Qualifications
- Graduated from Harper College (Licensed Massage Therapist)
- Member of Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP)
- Certified in Swedish & Deep Tissue Massage
- Certified in Cupping and Gua Sha
- Certified in Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)
- Certified in Pregnancy Massage
- Certified in Lypo Therapy (Lypossage® – Body Contouring Massage Modality)
Skills
- Muscle & Joint Pain Relief
- Cranial Therapy (Migraines, Dental Surgery Inflammation)
- Neck & Shoulder Pain Management
- Pregnancy Massage
- Manual Lymphatic Drainage
- Lypossage® (Body Contouring Massage)
- Deep Tissue & Swedish Massage
- Cupping
- Gua Sha
Kaori
Licensed Massage Therapist
Kaori, LMT – A seasoned Licensed Massage Therapist with over twelve years of experience, Kaori provides specialized care for those with chronic pain. She graduated from Harper College and uses a personalized, intuitive approach. Her training includes techniques like manual lymphatic drainage and FOHOW BioEnergy Meridian Massage, which improve her ability to alleviate complex pain issues.
Experience: 12+ Years (Practiced in Tokyo, Japan & USA)
Qualifications
- Graduated from Harper College, IL
- Member of Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals
- Registered Reiki Master (Third Degree Reiki Master)
- Certified in Aroma Therapy
- Certified in Oncology Cupping
Skills
- Chronic Hip & Low Back Pain Relief
- Herniation Treatment
- Neck & Shoulder Pain Management
- Joint Pain Therapy
- Reiki Healing
- Aroma Therapy
- Oncology Cupping
- Pregnancy Massage (Prenatal & Postnatal)
Julie
Licensed Massage Therapist
Julie, LMT, CMTPT – With over a decade of expertise in bodywork therapy, Julie is a Licensed Massage Therapist and a Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist.
Experience: 17+ Years
Qualifications
- Graduated from Northern Prairie’s Massage Therapy Program (2004)
- Specialized in Myofascial Release and Trigger Point Therapy
- Certified in Orthopedic Therapy and Cupping
- Expertise in Sports and Pregnancy Massage
Skills
- Severe Low Back Pain Relief
- Herniation Treatment
- Chronic Hip and Shoulder Pain Management
- Myofascial Release
- Sports Massage
- Severe Neck Pain Therapy
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Orthopedic Therapy
- Cupping
- Pregnancy Massage
Ramon
License Massage Therapist
Ramon, LMT, CMTPT With over a decade of expertise in bodywork therapy, Ramon is a Licensed Massage Therapist and a Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist. Ramon is passionate about helping clients manage chronic pain and improve their well-being through personalized treatments.
Experience: 12+ Years (Bodywork Therapy & Chronic Pain Management)
Qualifications
- Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT)
- Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist (CMTPT)
- Member of the American Massage Therapists Association (AMTA)
- Member of the National Trigger Point Therapy Association (NAMTPT)
- Certified Prenatal/Postnatal Massage
Skills
- Chronic Pain Relief
- Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy
- Sports Massage
- Manual Lymphatic Drainage
- Hands-On Therapeutic Techniques
- Preventive Pain Relief Strategies
- Swedish & Deep Tissue Massage
- Abdominal Visceral Massage
Roberto
Licensed Massage Therapist
Roberto, CMTPT, LMT A Licensed Massage Therapist with more than a decade of experience in bodywork and Certified in Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy, Roberto possesses an exceptional ability to identify and effectively address muscle knots that contribute to chronic pain. His skilled hands ensure precision in treatment delivery.
Experience: 13+ Years
Qualifications
- Graduated from Cortiva Institute of Massage Therapy (formerly Chicago School of Massage Therapy) in 2013
- Certified in Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy (Low Back and Abdominal Pain)
- Certified in Muscle Release Technique (SM)
- Certified in Pregnancy Massage
- Member of the American Massage Therapy Association
- Certified in Lomi Lomi (Hawaiian Style)
Skills
- Chronic Pain Relief
- Pregnancy Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Myofascial Release
- Lomi Lomi
- Joint Mobilization
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Muscle Strengthening
- Flexibility Enhancement
Iryna
Licensed Massage Therapist
Iryna is a licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) with over 22+ years of extensive experience in bodywork. Her professional background spans medical and chiropractic settings, where she specializes in managing her clients’ chronic pain. Iryna employs a diverse range of modalities tailored to deliver optimal results in pain management.
Experience: 22+ Years (Medical Massage & Bodywork, Former Registered Nurse in Ukraine)
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse & Medical Massage Therapist (Ukraine) – 12+ Years
- Graduated from Gordin Medical Center, Wheeling, IL (2002, State Licensure)
- Extensive Knowledge in Human Anatomy & Physiology
Skills
- Chronic Pain Management
- Medical Massage Therapy
- Muscle Fascial Release
- Tension & Soreness Relief
- Relaxation & Therapeutic Massage
- Customized Treatment Planning
- Deep Tissue Therapy
Recommended by
Satisfied Clients and Healthcare Professionals
Sarah M.
PalmLeaf has completely changed the way I approach wellness. The team is professional, welcoming, and truly focused on long-term care rather than quick fixes. From massage therapy to chiropractic support, every visit feels personalized and effective.
Sarah M.
PalmLeaf has completely changed the way I approach wellness. The team is professional, welcoming, and truly focused on long-term care rather than quick fixes. From massage therapy to chiropractic support, every visit feels personalized and effective.
David Jane
I originally came in for massage therapy and ended up discovering so many other wellness services that genuinely helped me feel better overall. The environment is calming, modern, and the staff truly care about your health and comfort
Nina Haze.
The level of care and professionalism at PalmLeaf is incredible. The treatments, the atmosphere, and the team all make this feel more like a complete wellness experience than a typical clinic. Highly recommend for anyone dealing with stress or chronic pain.
Why Clients Continue to Choose PalmLeaf
At PalmLeaf Massage and Wellness, we focus on creating an experience that feels supportive, professional, and comfortable from the moment you walk in. Clients trust our team because we genuinely care about helping people feel better, both physically and mentally.
- Personalized wellness treatments tailored to your needs.
- Experienced professionals focused on quality care.
- Relaxing and welcoming atmosphere.
- Wellness services designed for recovery and self care.
- Trusted by clients throughout Buffalo Grove since 2013.
