Team

Svetlana Hoppe(Lana)

 Lana was born and grew up in St.Petersburg, Russia. After preliminary studies, she was accepted into the prestigious I. I. Mechnikov State Medical Academy (SPSMA) in 1989 and an M.D. degree in 1995. In 1996, she moved from Russia to Illinois. In 1998, she started working as a massage therapist, and in 2001, became NCBTMB (Nationally Board Certified Massage Therapist) and a member of AMTA (American Massage Therapy Association). From August 2001, she was employed by one of the most luxurious spas in America, "The Peninsula Spa," where she worked until November 2005. In early December 2005, she opened her own "Authentic Massage Therapy" business in Beach Park, Illinois. From June 2010 to June 2014, Lana traveled, worked, and studied in Russia, St.Petersburg, Mexico, and Puerto Vallarta. In April 2016, she was glad to open the doors of her company, "Authentic Massage Therapy LLC," which she owns and operates.

                                                                      Samara Escobar

 Samara was born and raised in Albany, Oregon. After living in various towns in Montana, Washington, and California, she settled in Portland, Oregon, in 2018. Before and during her education, she worked as a food server in a retirement community.

In Portland, she graduated from East West College of the Healing Arts in 2021, focusing on myofascial release, neuromuscular therapy, and trigger points.

Samara highly values inclusivity and compassion in her patients' care. 

                                                                      Michael Zorovich

 Michael has always had a big heart for helping others heal. He believes in guiding people so they can learn to take charge of their own well-being. After graduating from the National Holistic Institute in 2019, where he completed the Advanced Neuromuscular Massage Therapy program, he decided to team up with other healthcare professionals to provide holistic care that looks at the mind, body, and spirit together. Michael really understands how connected our mental, physical, and emotional states are, and he pays special attention to the breath during his sessions. He combines various techniques in a way that feels just right for each person, focusing on their individual needs. His goal is to help release any trauma and tension that might be causing ongoing pain, ultimately enhancing their quality of life. Michael loves to inspire hope and positivity, especially when it might feel lost.

                                                             Our motto is "Quality over Quantity!"