Our Staff

Yvonne Buljan, CMP#10104

I began my massage career in 2005 after training at DeAnza College. I have always loved massage – both giving and receiving. It makes my day when people feel better after giving them a massage. My specialties include sports and deep tissue massage but also enjoy providing more general relaxation massage. I am certified by the CA. Massage Therapy Council (CAMTC).

Paulina Kosta, CMP#13269

Let me briefly tell you about myself. Born in San Francisco, California. My dream was to become a great gymnastic instructor and once I moved to Chile, South America at the age of ten, I pursued that dream.

I have the strength and courage to do what I believe is right. I have a great sense of humor, also am full of laughter and a zest for life. I am intelligent, very compassionate at what I do, and very ambitious. I love to do my job. As a massage therapist, I love to work with people and make a difference in there lives whether it is helping you cope with your body aches and pains or knowing all together I made your discomfort go away.

My kids gave me the idea of being a massage therapist. They always told me that I have a great touch. I trained at Diamond Institute in Walnut Creek, CA.

Styles include Aromatherapy, Deep Tissue, Foot Reflexology, Hot-stone therapy, Swedish I am certified by the CA. Massage Therapy Council (CAMTC).

Michelle Prince, CMT#8610

My goal is to provide all clients with a professional, relaxing and stress relieving experience. I believe the key to a rewarding massage is relaxing the mind, soul and body. During a massage, I integrate the physical aspects of bodywork with energy work for pain relief as well as overall health.

I began providing massage in 2007 after a many years working in the healthcare field. I bring experience and knowledge in Swedish, Shiatsu, Deep Tissue, Sports, Myofascial Release, Trigger-point, Hot stone, Pregnancy and Reflexology. I also have completed level I Reiki and 750 hours of massage training. I am certified by the CA. Massage Therapy Council (CAMTC).

Lorraine Lannes, CMT#1882

Massage is a Healing Loving Art~ I have had a goal and major interest involving Healing and Care for people ever since I can remember. My field of vision and education has ranged from childcare, to educating, to counseling. I think Massage reaches further through the people I come into contact with now than if I had chosen a more narrow approach to Care than this Beautiful Hands-on Experience of Life.

I am broadly trained with over 730 hours from National Holistic Institute (NHI) and Teaching Clinic in Emeryville, CA, 2007. I have received acknowledgments as both a Graduate with Honors, Top of my Class, and having served 100 hours in NHI's Graduate Teaching Assistant Program ~ you definitely learn more by helping others!

My style generally combines Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofascial techniques and Hydrotherapy. In addition to these modalities, I also offer Pregnancy, Hot Stone, and add in touches of a "Foot technique," Shiatsu, and Thai massage elements; customized to your needs. I have been known to be energizing and chatty as well as nurturing, peaceful and balancing. I am certified by the California Massage Therapy Council (CAMTC), and have a Professional membership with the Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP).

In my spare time, I enjoy reading intricately detailed novels of interesting character and personality, swimming, health/naturopathic/homeopathic topics to apply to our every day living, sleep, and laughter!!

Gail Wohlau, CMP#4946

I graduated from SF School of Massage in 1998 and have been working at Redwood Massage & Sauna ever since. My approach varies with the client, providing overall massage for relaxation and well being to deep work that addresses problems accurately. I enjoy the opportunity that Redwood Massage offers to customize my work for the individual client. I am certified by the CA. Massage Therapy Council (CAMTC).

Beverly May, CMT#1

After more than 30 years as a Massage Therapist, deciding where to begin a profile is a challenge. My clients tell me that they love that I really care about people and that after all these years, I still love my work. They appreciate that I am always learning more and if I don’t know an answer, will try to find it. They recognize that I live an active and healthy lifestyle, as much to continue to have the strength and endurance for my work as to educate my clients through my own quest for health and well being. My training includes everything from postural analysis and education to work with releasing deep and superficial layers of tissue to Asian approaches of energy balancing. Once I know what a clients’ goals are, I choose an approach consistent with meeting those goals. I am certified by the CA. Massage Therapy Council (CAMTC) and in fact am Chairman of the Board of CAMTC and hold Certification #1.

Betty Yu, CMP#8657

I started working at Redwood Massage & Sauna in 1993 and still enjoy working with the many longtime clients here as well as newcomers. I graduated from SF School of Massage. I enjoy working with a variety of clientele, including pregnant women and a 100 year old man who has been a client here for 40 years. I do deep tissue, swedish and sports massage as well as massage focused on health and relaxation. I am certified by the CA. Massage Therapy Council (CAMTC).

Andrew Aguirre, CMT#21173

I began doing massage in 2006 at the Body Therapy Center in Palo Alto, Ca where I was trained in Swedish & Deep Tissue Massage. After a 3 year hiatus from Massage Therapy I decided to return into the massage field and enroll in the extensive program at the National Holistic Institute in San Jose. I completed the 720 hour massage program in 2011, including training in Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release Therapy, Chair Massage, Lymphatic Drainage, Sports Massage, Chair Massage, Shiatsu, Reflexology, Acupressure, & Thai Massage.

I just recently completed the 400 hour Advanced Neuromuscular Therapy Continuing Education Massage Program, with focus in Trigger Point Therapy, Lymphatic Facilitation, and Somatics Bodywork. I enjoy combining different massage modalities into one as I customize the session to best address the needs of my clients.

Taiesha Noel, CMT#25165

After completing 750 hours of training in 2005, I began using my skills in massage therapy to help clients manage their pain and discomfort through massage as well as just help them relax, which I know everyone likes to do. Working with people and helping others is what I love to do. I have had a passion for massage for as long as I can remember and it is my pleasure to help others feel better. With my training and experience I am able to provide a relaxing yet therapeutic massage. My styles include Swedish, Hot Stone, Shiatsu and Deep Tissue. I also provide some reflexology, aromatherapy and pregnancy massage.

Summer Downing, CMT#19043

I graduated from National Holistic Institute in 2006 after studying Western and Eastern modalities there for a year. I have more than 6 years of experience as a massage therapist and about 10 years of experience in the medical field. One of the best feelings as a therapist is helping someone eliminate or lessen their pain and increase their range of motion. I have been trained in Swedish, Deep Tissue, Shiatsu, MFT, hot stone, pregnancy, sports and Thai. I have received additional education in the life sciences and apply this knowledge to individual customized massages based on client needs. I am a bit goofy and laid back and bring these qualities to the table often.

Ann Palm, CMP #19358

I worked in Calistoga for 10 years before coming to Redwood City and joining the staff here in 2005. My specialties include deep tissue work and Swedish as well as pregnancy and sports. I love the flexibility we have here at Redwood Massage to provide massages based on what will work for the client rather than on the “formula” style of work so often found in other massage businesses. I am in the process of being CAMTC certified.