Meet The Team
Proprietor
Brandy Buckley
Brandy is the proprietor of Zen Blossom. Her passion in the healing arts has pushed her to travel the world. She's studied extensively under renowned teachers learning new techniques and cultivating her skill set. One of her recent journeys brought her to India & Thailand. It was while in India, delving deeper in the Vedic traditions, that she was inspired to become a Yoga instructor. Gaining her RYT in Rishikesh. Her love of the holistic arts continues to blossom with each passing day. With worldwide experience and the tenacity to help others live healthier happier lives, Brandy's main goal is to bring a little bit of the light and love she's received from across the globe into every session, with an open heart & the healing power of Metta. Metta is a type of energy work practiced in Thai Massage. Brandy is well versed in all of the techniques & services offered at Zen. A few of her notable credentials include, but are not limited to:
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Studied "Nerve Touch" style of Thai Massage under Master Chaiya
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Graduated from The Thai Massage School of Chiang Mai
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Studied Balinese Bamboo Massage in Ubud
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Certified Thai Massage Instructor & RYT.
Lead Therapist
Victoria Wares
Victoria Wares, a dedicated massage therapist, renowned for her expertise in Japanese Ashiatsu. Victoria's journey into the realm of massage therapy began at Mind Body Institute, where she underwent rigorous training to become an LMT. Following her graduation, Victoria's commitment to enhancing her skills led her to pursue extensive studies in the art of Japanese Ashiatsu massage. This technique involves using the feet to deliver therapeutic pressure and relaxing strokes, creating a unique and rejuvenating experience for her clients. Victoria's dedication to mastering this ancient form of bodywork reflects her passion for providing holistic healing. She believes in the power of touch to promote relaxation and address specific concerns within the body. Techniques offered:
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Swedish: Pressure 1-5
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Prenatal: Pressure 1-3
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Hot Stones: Pressure 1-4
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Warm Bamboo: Pressure 1-5
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Deep Tissue: Pressure 6-7
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Ashiatsu: Pressure 8-10.
Massage Therapist
Logan Dodd-Frigo
Logan has always had a passion for people. This led to a 10 year career in team mentorship, employee development and entertainment research. With the drive to make a more positive impact on people’s lives, she decided to pivot to a career in bodywork. She graduated from Mind Body Institute, empowered by her empathetic nature, intuition and therapeutic knowledge to create a safe and nurturing experience for all bodies. Logan’s intention is to be a partner in your wellness journey and assist in long term balance, relaxation and mindfulness. She’s a Cinephile at heart and loves binge-watching films and TV at home or catching a matinee at the Belcourt Theatre. Her other self-care rituals include cooking, reading, water aerobics and her yoga practice. Logan plans to pursue Yoga Teacher Training in Spring 2024.
Massage Therapist
Rachell Peace
Rachell Peace is a Licensed Massage Therapist who earned her education from The Mind Body Institute in Nashville, TN.
As a creative movement professional, self care quickly presented itself as an important aspect in Rachell's life. Learning to heal the body through Yoga, somatics, energy work, ritual, and self care practices are just a few of the many passionate endeavors she embodies.
Utilizing learned modalities such as Ashiatsu, Reiki, Cupping and assisted stretching, Rachell has created a hybrid flow to her sessions. She is able to encourage relaxation, stress relief, and promote the mind/body connection alongside the application of solid bodywork therapy.
She is currently working along side Found Movement Group (A Nashville based movement company), and Homeland Heart Tennessee providing bodywork support for women of color throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
Massage Therapist
Julia Dillenbeck
Julia is one of the newest additions to the Zen Blossom Tribe in 2023. They graduated from Mind Body Institute in Nashville in October 2014 and obtained their license the following November. They specialize in headache relief, neck and shoulder release, and alleviating foot pain, and they pride themself on finding that "perfect pressure" to give much-needed relief without causing additional discomfort.
Massage Therapist
Jennifer Crick
Jennifer is a licensed massage therapist that specializes in Swedish relaxation massage, prenatal massage, “soft touch” deep tissue release techniques & therapeutic bodywork that aims at relaxing the Autonomic nervous system. Perfect for those recovering from
Injury, the elderly, or anyone who needs deep release but can not handle the pressure involved in traditional deep tissue work.
Massage Therapist
Gabe
Gabriel Farmer grew up in southern Michigan and studied Massage Therapy at Lansing Community College. Gabriel has continued his education in cupping and stretching therapy. Gabriel has a strong background in both sports and spa, giving him a broad range in adapting modalities that provides his clients a unique and individual experience.
Massage Therapist
Darby
Darby is a graduate from MindBody Institute. Her techniques include Myofascial release and Deep Tissue Trigger Point Therapy, along with relaxation. She is very mindful of the body, making sure her client’s needs are met in a professional and nurturing way. She loves the outdoors and aspires to be certified in Thai massage and Yoga in the spring.
Join Our Team
We are always hiring qualified Therapists. Please Contact Brandy if you think you'd be a good fit. For more information about available positions, follow this link to our hiring page.