your dream team.

Talented and down-to-earth, creative and inquisitive, the team at West Side Wellness is unique. Each therapist brings different skills and perspectives to the table, but we all work together as a team. You can't go wrong! Read our core values.

Before making an appointment, read about our modalities and be sure to see who does what, especially if you're pregnant, scheduling for a kid, or looking for a specific treatment.

All our massage therapists have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

chavi b., LMT
​she/her

"Chavi is kind, thoughtful, and very skilled; she has great anatomical knowledge and fresh ideas that have helped ease my aches and pains. She has taken a very thoughtful approach that has targeted difficult areas effectively."

"It was the best prenatal massage I've received so far. Chavi used the perfect amount of pressure and was receptive and quick in responding to any feedback I had. She seemed skilled and experienced. I felt very relaxed in her presence."

"Chavi is an amazing therapist with a sixth sense about what is needed. All the people there come highly recommend!! I use HSA and it's a wonderful way to add to your healthcare regime."

therapeutic & relaxation massage, abdominal massage, prenatal, sarga, reiki

Chavi is forever in love with the wonder, mystery and beauty of the body. At present, she engages this devotion through her doctoral work in Jewish theopoetics and as a bodyworker. Chavi received massage training from Bancroft School of Massage Therapy. As a massage therapist, Chavi makes material her intellectual commitments by approaching the body with reverence, fluidity, and nurturance. She weaves bodywork modalities to create a trauma-informed approach that invites her clients to return in safety and joy to their bodies. She resonates most with supporting pregnant and postnatal folx, as well as those who have experienced traumatic incidents and / or are experiencing trauma systemically. Chavi finds deep nourishment in communion: with the ocean, with poetics, and with dear ones.

rhode island state license MT02570

karon hartshorn, lmt
she/her

"Karon was great. She made me feel welcome. I felt comfortable while getting the massage. She explained every step and the best part was I didn't felt rushed or exposed."

"Oh my goodness, Karon was so skilled and lovely. What an ideal massage. Thank you!"

"I absolutely loved my massage with Karon. She was very through in asking me what I wanted to achieve with my massage. I was there primarily for relaxation but also some pain issues. It seemed as if she could pinpoint my pain issue spots telepathically. I feel great and will be back for more."

therapeutic & relaxation massage, reiki, CUPPING*, hot stones

Karon Hartshorn started her massage therapy career in July 2020 after decades in the field of finance, graduating from Bancroft School of Massage Therapy. She specializes in therapeutic and relaxation massage as well as reiki, has an extensive background in medicinal herbalism, and is a certified nutritional therapist. She is currently in training for myofascial bodywork, craniosacral therapy and orthopedic massage. She's quite able to apply pressure if that's your thing, or she can dial that back for a quiet, tranquil experience and brings full presence and deep intuition to every session. She draws strength and peace from spending time in woods, garden, and in spiritual work, as well as in different forms of textile work such as weaving, sewing and crocheting.

Note: Karon does cupping for sessions 45 minutes and longer.

rhode island state license MT02636

luis rivera, LMT
​he/him

"Luis is a massage therapist extraordinaire; I truly consider him a massage artist. He is gifted, and my sessions are deeply therapeutic."

"My phantom limb pain went away instantly. Luis is absolutely incredible."

"I slept 7 consecutive hours without pain – something I haven't done in months. My neck feels great, and I've had very little motion restriction due to compromised nerve pain. I almost feel human again; it seems he used 'magic hands' after all."

"Luis is hands down one of the best massage therapists I have ever been to!  Not only is he super nice and professional, but he is probably one of the only people to be able to work through all the knots in my shoulders every month."

therapeutic & relaxation massage, myofascial, craniosacral, neuromuscular, reiki

A Providence native, Luis graduated from the Massage Therapy program at Lincoln Technical Institute in 2007, and has been working at Rhode Island spas and clinics continually since then. He's also enjoyed working at a variety of sports events. Luis is an anatomy nerd, and he finds real joy in learning more about the human body every day. Luis is trained in neuromuscular therapy techniques, and has completed Level One certification in craniosacral therapy. Adept at sports massage techniques, Luis also plans to become a reiki practitioner, because he has found it rewarding to incorporate energy work into his sessions. Luis habla español.

rhode island state license MT01627

coreen crogan, lmt
​she/her

"Coreen is talented and has a nice aura about her. My sessions have been very healing, especially during these trying times. Her approach/training is slightly different than others at WSW and my body responds well to the pressure and technique she uses."

"I could tell she worked from a place of knowledge about anatomy and her craft, as well as intuitively."

"My session with Coreen was professional, well thought of, and creative. She was compassionate, great at sensing, and truly experienced. The space felt safe as well. Thank you!"

therapeutic & relaxation massage, prenatal, cupping

Coreen graduated from the massage therapy program at Springfield Technical Community College. She's been practicing massage therapy since 2013. Coreen continues to learn other massage modalities and techniques through continuing education classes: she's trained in prenatal massage and cupping, and she's certified in Ashiatsu Deep Feet Bar Therapy (maybe after COVID, we'll get some bars!). Coreen enjoys being a massage therapist and helping people receive the many benefits of bodywork, including relief from sore muscles, reduced stress, and boosted immunity.

Coreen is a Neighborhood Health Plan provider.

rhode island state license MT02478

chastity joy, LMT
​she/her

"Chastity has fantastic problem solving skills and sustained strength, along with great, great energy."

"I loved my massage from Chastity so much that I came back two weeks later and sent my husband to see her."

"Coming back to WSW was one of the best things since being vaccinated. My first massage with Chastity was incredible. I usually feel really nervous with a new therapist but she put me right at ease. I’ve already recommended her several times."

​"Chastity is unbelievable, so knowledgeable, strong, and fun. She’s the best!"

"I wanted to tell you how amazing my massage with Chastity was. She was like a bright light in a dark tunnel for my aches and pains and my blues, too!"

therapeutic & relaxation massage, neuromuscular, reflexology, CUPPING

Originally from Tennessee, Chastity enjoys calling Rhode Island home. She has a certificate in massage therapy from Lincoln Technical Institute, and she's currently studying nutrition and personal training so she can more fully advise her clients on wellness and movement.

Chastity is passionate about helping people feel better through massage, and her excitement about the work is infectious. She excels at focused, problem-solving bodywork. Her work is precise and informed.

rhode island state license MT02368

katelyn santiago, LMT
she/her

"Katelyn has been truly amazing at helping me work through the severe pain I've been in from my neck and shoulder."

"I love Katelyn! She works hard on my pain."

"Relaxation is a bonus of all the work Katelyn is doing on my tangled mess. And we seem to be making progress towards some areas of permanent relief. Katelyn is great at determining my needs and then addressing them."

THERAPEUTIC & RELAXATION MASSAGE, PRENATAL, CUPPING

Katelyn graduated from Lincoln Technical Institute's therapeutic massage and bodywork program in 2019.

Massage is very rewarding work for Katelyn, and she enjoys helping her clients find relief from chronic and acute muscular pain and tension as well as from daily stress. She works with her clients to address their specific needs, and she encourages clients to become more in tune with their bodies, promoting a self-awareness that lasts beyond the massage table.

Katelyn uses a firm yet gentle approach to help with muscular tension and pain, while offering a restorative, relaxing and healing experience. She enjoys learning about structural bodywork, and she's also trained in cupping therapy and prenatal massage. Katelyn plans to continue learning new modalities to incorporate into her practice.

rhode island state license MT02589

JEN RAIMONDI, LMT, OWNER

"Jen and her fellow therapists have always taken into account the unique needs of different massage clients. They remember details about each individual. The therapy can be both energizing and relaxing. There are no promises of "cures" for major conditions, but there's plenty of short term relief, important coping mechanisms, and most importantly: expanded body and motion awareness."

myofascial bodywork

Jen started West Side Wellness in January 2011. Prior to studying massage, Jen earned a BA at Wesleyan University and a MFA at Rhode Island School of Design. Many experiences steered Jen towards massage, including being a volunteer patient companion at RI Hospital. Jen completed her massage therapy training at the Santa Fe School of Massage (formerly the Scherer Institute) in New Mexico in 2007. Since then, Jen has studied myofascial work with Andraly Horn, myofascial massage with Howard Rontal, and cadaver anatomy with Dianne Polseno. Jen is a member of the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals.

rhode island state license MT01476

JEANNE EDELEN, lmt
​she/her

"Having had many massages during my travels in the States and Europe, I have experienced only one therapist as good as Jeanne and no one better. She has a knack and a feel for exactly what is needed."

"Jeanne excels at providing holistic healing where she always addresses my physical and emotional well-being."

"Over the years, on vacation and such, I have tried other massage therapists and no one has ever compared to Jeanne. She seems to feel and find the tension spots. Really she is so talented and a pleasure to work with! I feel blessed to have found her all those years ago."

therapeutic & relaxation massage, neuromuscular, prenatal, oncology, manual lymph drainage

Jeanne has a gift of listening through her hands, allowing her to effectively, safely, and efficiently address tension patterns. Jeanne has decades of experience helping clients with chronic tension, injury, and inflammation -- and supporting expecting moms through pregnancy. Many long term clients also work with Jeanne for stress relief, relaxation, and well-being.

When she's not helping her clients feel better, Jeanne enjoys time in the sunshine, listening to podcasts, eating plants, catching a good night's sleep, and playing ball with her dog, Aslan.

rhode island state license MT02108

abigail mccoy, LMT
she/her

"This was my first massage ever and it was a great experience all around. My back pain is relieved and Abigail was extremely attentive and communicative throughout the process."

therapeutic & relaxation massage, myofascial

Abigail completed her certification in massage therapy from River Valley Community College in 2019. Her experience and training includes myofascial, deep tissue and orthopedic massage. Abigail’s style of massage is a kinesiology (the study of human body movement) informed approach and incorporates techniques that not only affect the muscles and connective tissues but also the nervous system. She enjoys the process of learning each client’s needs and planning specific treatments to address those needs. Abigail finds the relationship that is fostered between therapist and client to be one of massage therapy’s most rewarding aspects. She is fascinated how it is the trust and mutual respect shared between a client and therapist that creates some of the most beneficial aspects of a massage. Abigail has interest in more training, including scar tissue massage techniques and lymphatic drainage.

rhode island state license MT02745

jem welzel, LMT
​THEY/THEM

​therapeutic & relaxation massage, myofascial, pregnancy, IASTM, REIKI

Jem has been a massage therapist for almost 15 years, practicing in Alaska, Arizona, Tennessee, and Colorado. Trained in fascia work and certified in IASTM (Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization) and reiki, Jem also works with energy in many other ways. They consider themselves to be an emotional alchemist, helping people move stuck energy and emotions in their bodies,  using breathwork, bodywork, tools, and active/passive movements. Trauma informed work is a big part of Jem's practice. Sometimes clients cry, sometimes they laugh, sometimes they vent. Regardless of how it comes out, Jem provides a safe space for clients to process hard things while bringing them back in to their physical bodies. "It’s a really beautiful experience," says Jem. New to Rhode Island, Jem looks forward to meeting you!

rhode island state license MT02783

"I am completely in love with the space. You feel a sense of relaxation and peace even as you open the door. The high ceilings, low lighting, warm tones, and gorgeous natural light put you at ease instantly. It's remarkable."

"It has been about a century since I’ve had a massage. Thank god the good people at West Side Wellness exist and have this available to an old person (okay, me), and they are so great. Caring, professional, friendly and the best. Thanks!!!"