All members of the étant - A Spa for Well Being staff are fully certified, insured and licensed by the City of Boston. They are all qualified in their individual specialties, and have graduated from accredited schools. The following provides information on each of our practitioners.

Scott St. Cyr - Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified Polarity Practitioner

Mr. St. Cyr is the owner of étant and a graduate of the Holistic Massage Program and the Polarity Realization Program from the Polarity Realization Institute, Ipswich, MA; and is a well known massage and polarity therapy instructor. He is certified as a  Massage Therapist by the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP) and a Polarity Practitioner. In addition, Scott is nationally certified by the NCBTMB. Scott holds a degree from Westfield State College which was granted in 1984. As an experienced massage and polarity therapist, Scott specializes in the subtle art of balancing the energies of the human body.

Bernadette McNeill - Licensed Esthetician

Ms. McNeill is an Esthetician specializing in facials and waxing. She is also very proud of her work as a reconstructive makeup artist. In practice for twelve years, she received her training from the Elizabeth Grady School of Esthetics in Boston. Bernadette is licensed as an Esthetician by the State of Massachusetts, and is a member of the Association of Bodywork and Massage Professionals. Bernadette also holds an Art Degree from Westfield State College, which was granted in 1984. Dedicated to providing the highest quality skin care for her clients, Bernadette blends a wealth of experience with an ongoing search for the best new products and techniques to heighten the quality of services provided by étant to each consumer.

Fia Chikahara - Licensed Esthetician, Licensed Massage Therapist, Reflexologist

Ms. Chikahara is an extremely well rounded and knowledgeable practitioner. She has completed programs at Elizabeth Grady School of Esthetics, New England Institute of Reflexology and the Massage School's Costa Rica Immersion Program. She is able to combine her skills to truly provide an over all sense of balance and well being. Fia, a member of AMTA, is particularly drawn to her reflexology practice and would like all of her clients to experience the "magic of reflexology".

Randy Sue Johnson - Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified Polarity Practitioner

Ms. Johnson is a massage and polarity therapist specializing in Integrative Massage. Randy provides a wonderful, safe, healing space allowing her clients to fully relax and restore. In practice since 1999, she received her training from the Polarity Realization Institute in Ipswich, MA, completing a 160 Hour Polarity Certificate and a 600 Hour Massage Certificate. Randy is licensed as a Massage Therapist by the City of Boston, and is a member of American Bodywork and Massage Professionals. Randy holds an Art degree from SUNY Old Westbury, which was granted in 1978.

Jeanne Olivier - Licensed and Certified Polarity Practitioner

Ms. Olivier is a polarity therapist and a RYSE© practitioner. She received her training from the Polarity Realization Institute in Ipswich, MA, completing a 650 Hour Polarity Certificate Program and RYSE© Practitioner Level 2. She also completed Reiki I and II certifications. Jeanne is licensed by the City of Boston and is a member of the American Bodywork and Massage Professionals. She has also completed several workshops including: Bach Flower Essences in June, 2002; Melchizedek Method I - V in October 2003; and Cranio-Sacral Therapy I from the Upledger Institute in April, 2003. Jeanne uses polarity therapy as a tool for health building and self realization for her clients. Of her work, Jeanne says: “By bringing the body into its natural healing state, we can attune to our inner rhythms. By listening to these inner rhythms we can create more clarity, vitality and harmony in our lives.”

Christopher Atwood, - Certified and Licensed Massage Therapist

Mr. Atwood received his training from the Massage Institute of New England in Somerville, MA, completing a 1000 hour Massage Therapist program in November 1996. Christopher has been licensed as a Massage Therapist by the City of Boston since 1996, is a member of the International Massage Association and is a devoted supporter of the Holistic Program at the Boston Living Center, volunteering one morning a week offering massage to BLC members. Christopher is studying Reiki with Reiki Master Eric Lindemer and his non-massage interests include playing softball with the Beantown Softball League. Holds a degree from Tulane University, New Orleans, LA.

Dina Kesaris - Licensed Esthetician

Ms. Kesaris believes in using the most up to date products and continually expands her knowledge base to bring to etant and her clients the very best skin care expertise. She is a graduate of Catherine Hinds School of Esthetics Spa Therapy Program. Her specialty is customized skin care and waxing. Dina's additional training in reflexology, specialty body treatments and age management facials round out her experience to make sure that her clients have a truly wonderful spa experience. Dina holds a Management degree from Katherine Gibbs.

Flyura Bernstein - Licensed Acupuncturist

Ms. Flyura Bernstein is a Licensed Acupuncturist. She is a graduate of the New England School of Acupuncture with a master degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Flyura is licensed by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine. Flyura is also a Diplomate in Acupuncture of The National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. She holds a Masters degree from the Polytechnic Institute (former Soviet Union). She continues to broaden her knowledge of Chinese Medicine through continuing education

Jason Loder - Licensed Muscular Therapist

Mr. Loder is a licensed muscular therapist offering therapeutic relaxation massage while working more deeply on specific focus areas. Jason draws upon Muscular Therapy, Neuromuscular Therapy, Sports Massage, Myofascial Release Techniques as well as Reiki. Jason is a graduate of the Muscular Therapy Institute where he is also a Teaching Assistant for the Hands-On Technique curriculum. Jason enjoys working with a broad range of clients including athletes, weekend warriors, busy professionals, grandparents and students. Jason is licensed in the city of Boston, a member of the American Massage Therapy Association and nationally certified by the NCBTMB.

Bobby Keefe - Licensed Massage Therapist

Bobby graduated from the Muscular Therapy Institute in 2004, is nationally certified by the NCBTMB and is a member of the AMTA. He has received extensive training in cross-fiber orthopedic massage that addresses common complaints such as lower back injuries, rotator cuff issues and carpal tunnel syndrome. Bobby believes the most powerful healing property of massage is found in the unique one-on-one experience between the therapist and client. Engaging and thoughtful, Bobby’s clients feel well cared for; knowing that their bodies' stories are being heard.

Gregory S. Pratt - Licensed and Certified Massage Therapist

Greg is a graduate of The Muscular Therapy Institute in Watertown, Massachusetts. He is Nationally Certified and has completed over 100 hours of continuing education.  In addition to his knowledge of swedish and deep tissue massage, Greg has recently been certified in Thai Yoga Massage at the Swedish Institute College of Health Sciences in Manhattan.  His technique combines the best of both Western and Eastern massage elements. A member of the American Massage Therapy Association, Greg strives to give his clients a healing and restorative massage experience.  Greg attended the University of Massachusetts and Ludwig Maxamillians University in Munich.  A student of language, he also taught English as a second language to non-native speakers.

Sophia Karakostas - Licensed Esthetician

Ms. Karakostas is a graduate of the Catherine Hinds Institute of Esthetics where she completed their medical esthetics program. She is certified in laser hair removal, chemical peels and aromatherapy. Having battled skin issues her self for many years she is an expert in dealing with problem skin. Sophia believes in a natural and holistic approach to skincare and strives to bring total relaxation to all of her facial treatments. In addition to all of the above, she also does make up artistry and body waxing.