Massage Therapists
John (Sosch) Saucier III
Sosch graduated from the SOMA Institute, The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy in Chicago in 2008. His techniques include myofascial release, trigger point release, muscular clearing, and cross fiber frictioning, to name a few. He specializes in deep tissue work, though gives an awesome relaxing Swedish massage. He is certified in pre-natal massage and has studied courses in Indian Head Massage, Oriental Bodywork Therapy and Manual Lymphatic drainage. He is currently back at the SOMA Institute enrolled in their master program. His holistic approach is that of treating the whole person, by clearing away physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual obstructions. Sosch’s goal is to balance the personal integrity of his clients as a whole.
Yazmin Ynaya
Yazmin has been practicing massage therapy and bodywork professionally since 2007. She graduated from The New School of Massage, Bodywork and Healing, and specializes in Swedish, Deep Tissue, and Pre-natal therapies. She believes in building on the foundation of regularly receiving massage, along with moderate exercise and a nutritious diet, to help her clients achieve balance for a long, healthy life. Yazmin has been with Continuum Studio since early 2008, and has developed a strong following of regulars who believe in her touch and her ideals.
Jeramie Glasenhardt
Jeramie studied at Chicago School of Massage Therapy: Cortiva and graduated in 2008. Through his years, he has developed an intense following because of his strong techniques and caring demeanor. He has certification in pre-natal massage and incorporates the benefits of myofascial release to his massages. He is currently studying Northern Thai massage that he will complete in September 2011. Jeramie believes that through different approaches of bodywork anyone can attain and maintain balance in their life.
Corinna Cueto
Corinna studied at Chicago School of Massage Therapy:Cortiva and graduated in 2008. She specializes in Swedish massage and clinical deep-tissue massage therapy certification. She has a versatile creative approach to massage due to her background as an artist. She partakes in kinetic movements such as poi, tai chi, and yoga to develop her style. Her acute interest in anatomy and physiology provides her a direction; a map of the human body, that she follows. Her future goals are myofascial and neuromuscular therapy.
Estheticians
Andrea Wallace (Lead Esthetician)
Andrea graduated from Pivot Point Academy in 2008 and has been with Continuum Studio was the place she chose to work upon graduating. Andrea’s approach to esthetics is focused on prevention, correction, and finding what works best for you and your lifestyle. Her already specialized and continued training in the latest breakthroughs and trends provide a thorough, relaxing treatment for the on-going health and wellness of your skin. This also shows through with her waxing services. Andrea is also involved in the thriving improv scene in Chicago.
Erica Mueller
Erica completed her esthetics training in the fall of 2009 at Pivot Point Academy in Evanston. She developed an interest in skincare when, during her 20s, she researched and then solved her own issues of sensitive skin by following a basic, but strict skincare routine using appropriate products. She believes strongly in teaching clients how to care for their skin at home with the appropriate products, and tailors each facial service to the individual’s skin type. Erica will continuously work with her clients to ensure the wanted and needed outcome for which they are searching. Erica is also a gentle and quick waxer. Erica is a long time musician, teacher of music, and adds her talents to local store front theaters around the Chicago area.
Front Desk Coordinator
Zia Nix
At the heart of the Continuum Family is Zia, our Front Desk Coordinator. Her attitudes about healthy living, wellness, and a passion for yoga led her to Continuum Studio. Graduating from Columbia College Chicago with a BFA in Advertising Art Direction, you can see her hand in a lot of the signage and marketing around the salon. Upon entering Continuum Studio, you are sure to be greeted by Zia with a big smile and warm welcome! Zia also designs her own line of linens at My Red Owl.
