Recovery Massage Techniques
Not sure what type of massage you need? No worries! We help take the guesswork out of your massage. We draw from a variety of recovery-focused techniques, including:
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Myofascial Release
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Deep Tissue
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Trigger Point Therapy
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Structural Alignment
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Joint Mobilization
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Spinal Flow and more
Each Session is customized to your goals and what your body needs that day. Just arrive, relax, and let us tailor the work to you.
Relaxation & Light Touch Techniques
Not every session needs deep or corrective work. Sometimes the body needs space to slow down, soften, and simply unwind. We offer a variety of gentle and restorative techniques, including:
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Swedish massage
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Craniosacral therapy
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Lymphatic flow
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Gentle compression
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Soothing rhythmic touch and more
Each session is customized to your comfort and what your body needs that day. Just arrive, settle in, and let us tailor the experience to you.
Add-On Wellness Enhancements
Sometimes, it's the little extras that make all the difference! Personalize your massage with enhancements designed to complement your session and elevate your experience, including:
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Aromatherapy
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Hot stones
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Sugar scrubs for hands & feet
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Heated gua sha scraping
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Vibration therapy (massage gun)
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Reiki energy balancing
Whether you're looking for soothing warmth, targeted relief, or a little extra relaxation, enhancements can be incorporated into your session based on your preferences and what your body needs that day. Just arrive, relax, and let me take care of the details.
At Chandler Recovery & Relaxation, caring for our community means caring for the people who make it stronger. The C.A.R.E. Program was created to recognize those who dedicate their lives to serving others while extending a helping hand to individuals experiencing financial hardship.
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Through exclusive appreciation rates and financial assistance, we're making recovery and relaxation more accessible to those who give so much of themselves and those who could use a little extra care.
Because everyone deserves a place to restore, reconnect, and feel cared for.
My Wellness Journey
My path into massage therapy didn't follow a straight line.​
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In 2017, I moved to Phoenix, Arizona. My journey began with a simple internet search: “Healthy places near me.” I didn't know it then, but the results would change the course of my life. What started with a visit to a health food store opened the door to a much deeper exploration of wellness and alternative approaches to caring for the body, mind, and spirit.
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In 2019, I became a licensed massage therapist—just months before COVID changed the world. That season brought uncertainty for all of us, but it also offered a bittersweet opportunity to discover what we were made of. In the midst of that storm, I learned something important about myself: I was built to withstand. I was raised to remain rooted in compassion, care, and service, even when the path ahead wasn't clear.
More than anything, those experiences taught me how important it is to have a space where people can feel safe. So I set out to create a place where people are listened to, where their boundaries are respected, and where they can step away from the demands of everyday life long enough to renew, restore, and reconnect with themselves.
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I take great pride in saying that I am not a “healer.” I believe healing belongs to the individual—and that my role is simply to be of service, using the hands, knowledge, and compassion God has given me to help create an environment where healing can be supported.
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You are the captain of your own ship!
I am simply a lighthouse along the way.
Client Stories
"All I can say is WOW! Katie P. did an amazing job with my massage! She was extremely knowledgeable and listened to my body! I can't wait for my next one! Best massage I've had hands down."​
-Tiffany Clemons, Elements Massage (2025)
"I went for post surgery lymphatic massage and Katie was amazing! She really knew what she was doing working with me post surgery. I felt like I could stand straight and had an easier time breathing and moving after the massage. I would recommend this kind of massage from Katie for anyone cleared by their doctor. Such a great experience!"
-Selina Smith, Massage Envy (2021)
"I went in because I could barely lift my arm. Katie was wonderful. She was friendly and really worked out the knot in my shoulder. After my massage I had regained motion in my arm. Thank you Katie!"
-Allison Erives, Massage Envy (2022)
"Katie is an excellent therapist. I've used her for years at Massage Envy. She listens carefully and understands her patient's needs. A++"
-Carol Davis, Massage Envy - (2022)
"Katie at Laveen Massage Envy has great technique with massage. She's easy to work with and she listens to your requests. I found her wonderful!"
-Betty Smith, Massage Envy (2022)
