About Escential Care
Spa & Wellness Center in Alden, NY
Escential Care is a place where you can come
to unwind and relax.
Learn more about the team at Escential Care.
The Team
Our team is everything. We’re colleagues, family, coworkers, friends, and so much more.
The Home
The home in which we’ve built Escential Care Spa and Wellness Center is a story all of it’s own. We are here to honor that, and share the rich history of our location with the world.
Theresa Hoffman, LMT
Founder & Licensed Massage Therapist
I am a 2014 graduate of the New York Institute of Massage. Prior to pursuing my license as a massage therapist I spent 10 years working as a music therapist primarily with the wonderful elderly population who were receiving end of life palliative care in the nursing home setting. It was a joy and blessing in my life to know and serve these folks. I have since transitioned into my new career as a massage therapist. This is more than just a career change. It is a culmination of many years of my personal life experiences seeking healthy alternatives for wellness. This life long journey has brought me to a crossroad where now I can promote health and wellness through massage and the use of therapeutic grade essential oils. It is a privilege for me to care for you, to identify your soft tissue needs and address them with professionalism and compassion.
Sherri George, LMT
Licensed Massage Therapist
My transition into massage therapy, came after stepping down from a long time career of teaching and God’s perfect timing! I love God, I love people, and I love bringing hope and healing to others. Through this pursuit of tying all my favorite interests together, God provided a new faithful friend (Theresa Hoffman) and opportunity, who pitched the idea of going back to school for massage therapy. I am a 2018 graduate of Onondaga School for Therapeutic Massage, where I gained a broad range of techniques, including Swedish and deep tissue. In addition, I have training in neuromuscular cupping therapy (which can help alleviate chronic pain patterns, promote relaxation of the nervous system, and assist in bringing blood flow to tense muscles, while aiding in removing metabolic waste), and incorporate fascia blasting, and essential oils when desired. My practice has morphed into a combination of the above and tailored to individual needs.
Miranda Hensen, LMT
Licensed Massage Therapist
Miranda graduated in 2021 from the New York Institute of Massage, where she studied multiple massage techniques and practices. She continues her study of massage so she can expand her skills and help people naturally with touch. She enjoys spending time with her dog and family and loves crafting and gardening.
Anna Sassanelli-Stevener, LMT
LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPISt
Anna is an Essential Yoga Instructor, Board Certified Holistic Health Coach & Gold Wellness Provider with doTERRA Essential Oils. She holds classes in movement & essential oils.
Martenique McCleod, LMT
LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST
My love for massage therapy began in 2016 when I received my first massage. I thought to myself “This is it!”. After my session I knew massage therapy was one of my callings. I was so excited when I left that day. Not only because I’d booked my next appointment (lol) but because I knew I’d finally found “my thing”. I find purpose in helping others and massage therapy makes that a reality for me each and every day.
Brooke Krajnik, LMT
LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST
Brooke is a 2023 graduate from the New York Institute of Massage & the newest member of our Team! Specializes in Deep Tissue & Medical Massages She can also address many problems you may be experiencing including, but not limited to back pain, neck pain, headaches, general soreness, relaxation, and much more.
Ella Marino
Master Esthetician
Ella will provide you with an amazing experience that leaves you glowing, relaxed and eager to return for more. Ella‘s expert technique, knowledge and healing touch our culmination of over 20 years experience as an Esthetician. Ella received training in Paris specifically for the use of the Academie line of skincare products used in her treatments. Rejuvenate, hydrate, and detoxify your skin with one of our wonderful stress reducing facial treatments tailored to addressing your individual skin care needs. Whether you need to prevent aging, treat acne, diminish hyper pigmentation or just desire to be pampered in a spot like setting. She also provides customized essential oil based treatments using the doTERRA line of skin products.
mORGAN Dabek
Licensed Esthetician
Morgan is a 2012 graduate of the New York Institute of Esthetics. She has a love for nature and enjoys camping, decorating, gardening, raising her chickens and playing with her dogs. Morgan specializes in body scrubs, body wraps and facials. She focuses on an all natural approach for skin care making her own body scrub products that are free of perfumes and toxins. Her skin care services include the use of doTERRA essential oils.
Lisa Zaccagnino
Licensed Esthetician
Deepa Sherma
Sugaring Technician
Born and raised in Western New York, Dee has implemented and used various hair removal techniques for over two decades, testing new products and learning about the industry over the years. After working with multiple practitioners who developed their own sugaring pastes and techniques, Dee became fascinated with the entire process and saw a change in her own skin and hair growth as she began to use sugaring. She is excited to offer this unique and all-natural hair removal experience to her clients and looks forward to seeing the improvement in their skin.