Who We are

Amanda Escobio Lewis, a Nationally Certified massage therapist since 1996, left the frantic pace of hotel and corporate massage in San Francisco several years ago to slow down and build this business in the beautiful Napa Valley. She's put her Bachelor of Science in Advertising & Marketing from the University of Florida to work growing this grass roots alternative to a cookie-cutter day spa. While in the treatment room, she emphasizes long flowing strokes, firm foot massage and thorough neck work to achieve a head to toe balance for muscles and energy. She lives by the philosophy that the cure for anything is saltwater, sweat, tears or touch.

Babs Bornemann is a massage therapist, esthetician and manicurist who has been licensed for over 10 years. This travel industry veteran decided to focus her talents on the spa industry after returning to the Napa Valley because “it is such a dynamic and nurturing environment.” A graduate of the University of Northern Colorado, she holds a degree in cultural geography and has extensive training in skincare, holistic wellness and spa management. In addition, she is currently a candidate for an internationally recognized esthetics diploma. When not at work, Babs can be found riding motorcycles, snowboarding or traveling the world. CURRENTLY ON MATERNITY LEAVE.

Carlos Uribe came to massage almost accidentally, like many therapists do. After graduating from Saint Mary's College with a Bachelor's in biology, Carlos decided to pursue nursing. As a means to that end, he went through the massage program at the Napa Valley School of Massage in 2003. What began as an easy opportunity for a good part-time job while still in school, grew into a deep passion for using his hands to help others feel better. Carlos combines his education with real-life  experience playing sports to create a combination of massage with stretching that leads to faster recovery times and relief from pain. With a clear understanding of movement within the body, Carlos focuses on upper back holding patterns in the shoulder and neck.

Elbrick Pasayes completed 750 hours of massage training at the Bay Area’s Trinity College in 2003. However, his interest in helping people through touch began as a small child in Guatemala. His wine country work experience outside of Amanda’s Massage & Bodycare includes massaging at a busy, exclusive upvalley resort as well as a chiropractic office. So from deep relaxation to chronic pain and injuries, he’s got a wide repertoire of advanced hands-on skills. Elbrick possess a genuine love of people and a keen sense of energy or Qi.

Kim Aronsen began studying plant medicine while serving with the Peace Corps in Nicaragua. Since returning in 2001 she has honed her intuitive skills in a three year natural healing course and several women’s wisdom classes. She became a certified massage therapist at Napa’s Lifestream Massage School and has also studied pregnancy massage. Kim is inspired by massage therapy because she places a high value on helping people to heal themselves naturally.

Kris Cole parlayed 14 years working in veterinary medicine to a career helping humans. After graduating from Sonoma College with a certificate from the Advanced Massage Therapy Program, Kris worked in a local acupuncturist’s office. Moving to Amanda’s Massage & Bodycare, provided Kris with the opportunity to get her hands on even more people. Her massage has widespread appeal, due to her ability to modify pressure and creatively work the neck. Advanced training includes pregnancy massage and Kris still keeps her heart with the animals, by practicing Canine Massage.

          
Napa Massage & Bodycare
is a proud member of the Napa Chamber of Commerce and the Napa Valley Conference & Visitors Bureau.