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Meet Our Staff

Empowering You to Heal Yourself

Meet Ohana's incredible massage therapists!

Licensed and experienced, each massage therapist is ready to empower you to heal yourself.

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Our Staff

Our Therapists

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Paula VanBaalen 

LMT, Myofascial Release, Myofascial Cupping

Paula loves being able to give hope and relief to those suffering from chronic pain. She specializes in treating the body as a whole, rather than only focusing on the area of pain.

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Tawney Welch

LMT, Therapeutic, Pregnancy Massage

Helping people meet their wellness goals is Tawney’s passion. She loves being able to use massage and bodywork to help others become more in tune with their own healing process.

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Tawney Welch

Licensed Massage Therapist

Helping people meet their wellness goals is Tawney’s passion. She loves being able to use massage and bodywork to help others become more in tune with their own healing process. She’s had experience with massage and bodywork since her teenage years and is excited to be able to provide this amazing tool for healing as she grows her way through life.

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Education

Tawney graduated from Lake Superior College’s massage therapy certificate program in May 2023. Her 700+ hour training included relaxation massage, deep tissue, and pregnancy massage.

 

Tawney is most passionate about helping people with neck and shoulder discomfort and pregnant women. She loves being able to have a goal for the session, such as relaxation or addressing a problem area. As she continues her training in the health and wellness industry, she plans to study doula work.

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Skills

Tawney is proficient at Therapeutic and Pregnancy Massage.

She joined our Ohana Family since January 2024.

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Join Our Team

Become Part of the Ohana Family!

If you or someone you know are looking for more than a job, something that will truly make a difference in people’s lives, this is the company for you! Our mission is to empower people to be the healthiest, happiest versions of themselves. Through massage, bodywork and self care, we believe everyone can live the life of their dreams. By offering a peaceful and healing atmosphere, true healing can occur. Join Ohana in this mission through any of the positions listed below.

Ohana's Perfect Administrative Support

Are you seeking a dynamic role that not only provides professional fulfillment but also encourages personal growth and maintains a healthy work-life balance? Look no further! We have the perfect opportunity for someone like you!

We are on the lookout for an enthusiastic and positive individual, brimming with energy and a penchant for tenacity, to join our team as Administrative Support at our massage therapy clinic. If you embody the spirit of adventure and resilience, coupled with a strong sense of responsibility, this position is designed for you!

As our ideal candidate, you'll thrive in a vibrant environment where your ability to juggle various tasks and interact with diverse individuals simultaneously will be celebrated. Your relentless positivity and friendly demeanor will be the cornerstone of providing exceptional customer service and ensuring a warm, welcoming atmosphere for all who enter our doors.

You'll be at the heart of our operations, promoting our services and products with zeal, while also assisting in maintaining schedules, managing transactions, and supporting marketing initiatives. Your passion for natural wellness and personal development, coupled with excellent communication skills and meticulous attention to detail, will set you apart.

This role offers a healthy work-life balance at 27-33 hours per week. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Cultivating a deep understanding of our services and products.

  • Actively promoting our offerings and programs.

  • Efficiently managing schedules and handling financial transactions.

  • Collaborating on marketing strategies including but not limited to social media and email marketing.

  • Upholding confidentiality and cleanliness standards.

  • Nurturing positive relationships with clients and colleagues.

  • Adapting to the needs of our dynamic environment with flexibility and a can-do attitude.

  • Addressing guest inquiries and concerns with professionalism and empathy.

  • Contributing to a positive work environment through your attitude and actions.

  • Being an active participant in trainings and staff meetings.

To excel in this role, you'll need:

  • A positive attitude and a dedication to exceeding client expectations.

  • Strong multitasking abilities and outstanding customer service skills.

  • Proficiency in various communication channels and computer skills.

  • The capacity to prioritize tasks effectively.

  • A team-oriented mindset and a willingness to support others.

  • Integrity, reliability, and a commitment to professionalism.

  • Self-motivation and the ability to work independently.

  • A neat and professional personal presentation and adherence to company policies.

Most importantly, we seek someone who loves what they do and approaches their work with passion and enthusiasm. If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey where every day brings deeper awareness and opportunities for growth, we can't wait to hear from you!

 

We use Enneagram and Working Genius as philosophical basis for all of our in office training. It's an amazing tool that helps us ensure that all of our people are in the right places. 

Please note that all non-clinical staff are subject to a background check to ensure the safety and well-being of our team and clients. This is not a disqualifying factor but rather a step towards fostering a secure environment for all.

Thank you so much for your heart-felt interest in our Administrative Support position! We look forward to hearing from you. Please let us know something that jumped out at you about this job posting in your cover letter when you apply. You can email that directly to Paula at paula@ohanatherapeutic.com or click on the link below. 

 

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Careers

Paula VanBaalen

Owner, Expert Level JBMFR practitioner, LMT, CPMT, CAMT

Paula VanBaalen loves being able to give hope and relief to those suffering from chronic pain. She specializes in treating the body as a whole, rather than only focusing on the area causing pain or discomfort. This ability allows her to provide pain relief for those who have not been able to find relief with other therapies.

Paula’s journey into the world of massage and bodywork began at the young age of 11, as a result of a car accident. She was amazed at the body’s ability to heal itself through massage and bodywork. To date, she has sustained 11 head and neck traumas – ranging from car accidents to belly flopping on the Gulf of Mexico. This history of trauma has guided Paula to find effective ways of healing. By regularly receiving John Barnes’ Myofascial Release and massage, she now lives a virtually pain-free life!

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Paula is exclusively offering specialty rehabilitative therapies. She is accepting new clients by consultation process.

Education

Paula VanBaalen has been a massage therapist since 2009. She graduated from the Minnesota School of Business with her Associates Degree in Massage Therapy. This program included 1,230 hours of training in various modalities including Swedish, Deep Tissue, and Pregnancy Massage, as well as a thorough education in anatomy and physiology. Since then Paula has pursued over 500 hours of continuing education and extensive business training. She has expanded her technique base by specializing in the John F. Barnes’ Approach to Myofascial Release and Myofascial Cupping. She believes education and application is key to being able to serve her clients at the highest level.

 

She is a professional member of ABMP. Paula became a Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist, CPMT, in 2014. In 2016, she became a Certified Active Myofascial Therapist.

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Skills

Paula VanBaalen is an Expert Myofascial Release Practitioner. She specializes in finding the cause of the pain and providing relief utilizing John Barnes’ Myofascial Release. She has taken over 440 hours of John F. Barnes’ Myofascial Release seminars including: Myofascial Release 1, Myofascial Unwinding, Myofascial Release 2, Cervical-Thoracic Myofascial Release, Fascial-Pelvis Myofascial Release, Myofascial Rebounding, Myofascial Mobilization, Women’s Health: Myofascial Release Approach, Advanced Myofascial Unwinding, Pediatric Myofascial Release, Fascial Cranium, Skill Enhancement Seminar, Therapy for the Therapist, Subtle Energy, Advanced Therapist Retreat, and Myofascial Release 3: Beyond Technique. She plans to continue taking John Barnes’ Myofascial Release classes and repeating them as necessary, to develop her skills to be able to provide you the best relief possible!

Unsure if Paula's services are right for you? 

She gifts out 5 consultations a month to help you discover which healing method is best for you! Click here to apply!

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