Essentials
1200 W. Fifth Avenue
Columbus, OH 43212
ph: (614) 488-8012
Essentials Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork was created with the individual needs of our clients in mind. We work together as a professional group to provide you with a variety of holistic therapies. We are here to support you in your journey to wellness.
Meet Our Therapists
"The key to an excellent massage...
Openly communicate with your Therapist."
Amiee Romans LMT, RYT
Owner and Director
Amiee’s experience in the health field, knowledge of the human body and experience as a Registered Yoga Teacher has given her insight to the many benefits of Massage Therapy. She has seen many different approaches to wellness and believes that Massage Therapy is the most powerful medicine when it comes to relieving pain and discomfort.
She specializes in massaging those with injuries, Fibromyalgia, nerve disorders, and those needing stress relief. She has a background in Neuromuscular Therapy, Trigger Point, Fascia Release, CranioSacral Therapy, Headache Assessment, Reiki and Hot Stone Massage. She tailors each massage to suit your specific problems and concerns.
Amiee teaches Massage for Couples and Pressure Point classes. She is also a Massage Consultant for the OSU Athletics Department.
Jennifer Jones LMT
Jen started her education in 1996 by obtaining her Level III Reiki Certification. She knew from this point on her path was in bodywork. She graduated from massage school in 2000 and continues to develop her skills.
Her goal for every massage session is to provide the perfect combination of techniques to meet your needs. Jen achieves this through integrative body/energy work. During your massage you may experience a variety of modalities including Deep Tissue, Point work, stretching and relaxation. Jen is also experienced in Hot Stone Massage, Ayurvedic Massage, Fascia Release, Acupressure, and Prenatal Massage.
Tom Griffith LMT,ERYT
Tom graduated from OSU with a Bachelor of Science in Art History. His primary focus was on Buddist art and philosophy. In 2005 he became a Licensed Massage Therapist and Certified Yoga Instructor.
Tom specializes in Deep Tissue Massage, Facial Release, and Relaxation Massage. He is experienced in helping those suffering
from chronic and acute pain, injuries, work related repetitive motion injuries, stress management, and mind-body integration.
By combining several years of practice and study, his bodywork can help to realign and integrate each individual's subtle body mechanics and balance energetic tension.
Tom offers private yoga instruction. His main study and practice is Ashtanga Yoga, although, his instruction is based on the clients needs and concerns.
Tamra Friend LMT
Tamra is a graduate of Bryman Institute and is licensed by the Ohio Medical Board. She became interested in massage as an alternative form of pain relief after working for six years as a Physical Therapy Aide.
Tamra specializes in massaging clients who suffer from various types of injuries and those needing stress releif. She is experienced in Neuromuscular, Deep Tissue Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Pre and Post Natal Massage and Swedish Massage.
Tamra believes that everyone can benefit from massage and that massage can keep the body balanced and healthy!
"Life is a wonderful journey.
Experience it without pain."

Our Therapists have been carefully selected based on their skill, professionalism and education. Our therapists are licensed by the Medical Board.
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Essentials
1200 W. Fifth Avenue
Columbus, OH 43212
ph: (614) 488-8012