As the proud owner (along with my supportive husband Colin Stipe) of The Kneaded Touch, I am happy to run a business with the sole purpose of healing and relaxation for our comunity.  I grew up in Amherst and met the previous owners of TKT through a Medical Technology program at Amherst Steele High School, which inspired me to study Massage Therapy. After a significant motor vehicle accident in 2004, I found out first hand the healing ways of touch and massage therapy, which further drove me to follow this path.

I graduated from Harmony Path School of Massage Therapy in Rocky River, OH in 2008 and received my State Board Licensure in January of 2009.  I have studied Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Lomi-Lomi (Hawaiian Massage), Hot Stone Massage, Prenatal Massage, Deep Tissue for Relaxation, TMJD & Migraine relief techniques & more.  

Together with life experiences and hard work, I have a great collection of tools that I use to help tailor each therapy session to the individual.  I hope you enjoy my 'happy place' as much as I do.

Kelly has been with The Kneaded Touch since the summer of 2011 - she is a TKT staple!  She graduated from the Arizona School of Massage Therapy where she trained under some highly skilled teachers. She has continued to learn, and evolve over the years.  Kelly loves being an LMT because she loves to be a positivie part of her client's lives, whether it's just for an hour, or a part of their long-term wellness goals. 

Kelly is certified in Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy, where she uses her feet to do the all the work to be able to provide a deeply relaxing therapeutic massage. Kelly's favorite massages to give are 90 minute massages, Ashiatsu & Hot Stone Massage.  She is also a certified 'Nurturing the Mother' prenatal massage therapist, & able to also provide Cold Stone Migraine Treatments, deep tissue, Himalayan Salt Stone, and more!

Doug graduated from Harmony Path School of Massage Therapy in 2017. He has studied Sports Massage, & Deep Tissue Massage, and traditional Swedish Massage. His approach to massage therapy is a balance between relaxation and therapy. With experience working for a Chiropractor, Doug really knows how to work on injuries, specific trouble areas, and more. 

He is also trained in CranioSacral Massage - which is a gentle, hands-on approach that releases tensions deep in the body to relieve pain and dysfunction and improve whole-body health and performance.  Using a soft touch which is generally no greater than 5 grams - about the weight of a nickel - practitioners release restrictions in the soft tissues that surround the central nervous system.

Doug also is a level 2 Reiki Practicioner, & loves to incorporate Hot Stones, Himalayan Salt Stones or Cold Stones into his treatments as necessary.

Kadi graduated from EHOVE school of Massage Therapy in 2019. She has a passion for making her clients feel better! Her calming, warm personality, plus her drive to make people comfortable and relaxed makes for a great atmosphere. 

She offers not only any amazing therapeutic & relaxing massage, has also been trained in Myofasical Release, and can incorporate that if needed.  She also offers Hot Stone Massage, Himalayan Salt Stone Massage, Spa Treatments, Cold Stone Migraine Treatment, Reiki, Prenatal Massage & Reflexology.

Kadi has also worked hard to receive her Esthetician License in September of 2023.  Now she is dual- licensed and able to give the best facials and massages! Therapy for  your skin and body - you've gotta try her Facial & Massage Combo! 

Jeffery Parker, a native of Chattanooga, Tennessee, started practicing the art and science of massage therapy in 1993.  He currently holds a Tennessee Massage Therapy License and an Ohio Massage Therapist License.  Also, he is a Certified Neuromuscular Therapist, a Certified Infant Massage Instructor, a Physio-Naturopathic Fitness Instructor, and holds career diplomas in Fitness and Nutrition, Physical Therapy Aide, Relaxation Therapist, Natural Health Consultant, and Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist.  Additionally, he has trained in Craniosacral and Myofascial therapy techniques and as a Chiropractic Therapy Assistant.

Mr. Parker's work history includes five years of experience in an out-patient physical therapy and sports medicine clinic in one of the major hospitals in Chattanooga, TN.  Five years work experience with chiropractors, three years in a spa/salon environment, plus experience in several massage franchises, as well as a small private practice.  In addition, Mr. Parker has acquired teaching experience at massage therapy schools and community colleges located in both Tennessee and Indiana.  He served as a member of the 1996 Olympic Sports Medicine Team, massage therapist for the United States Canoe Kayak Team, the Fort Wayne Ballet, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga women's soccer, men’s basketball, and both men's and women's track teams, Lee University Sports Medicine Program, The University of the South Sports Medicine Program, the Chattanooga Locomotion, and the Chattanooga Ballet.

Jeff has the skill and ability to offer a deeply relaxing massage, tailored to fit the needs of the individual. 

Lisa is a registered and licensed Occupational Therapist, who is highly trained & skilled in Myofascial Release technique. For more information about her and the service she offers, please see the service menu & click on the Myofasical Release section.

We met Quionna as a massage therapy student at EHOVE Career Center - she did a round of clinicials here at TKT! She graduated from EHOVE in May of 2025, got licensed and got right to work with our team! She has quickly become a favorite massage therapist on our staff.  Her warm, friendly personality will make you immediately comfortable in her presence.  She has since learned Hot Stone & Himalayan Salt Stone massage, and has continuing her education at EHOVE to add Esthetician to her resume in July 2026!  Quionna is able to listen to what you knead, and approach those issues with care. She can range her strenght to light and relaxing to strong and therapeutic.  You will love your time on her table!

More information coming soon!

More information coming soon!