About Us

Marlen Caduff-Manetsch has been practicing massage over the last seven years and has studied various massage techniques in the United States of America, Switzerland, and Thailand. While working as a registered nurse in Switzerland, Marlen started to pursue a career as a licensed massage therapist. In Switzerland, Marlen practiced massage therapy in her own business prior to moving to the United States to become a Licensed Massage Therapist by the State of Florida.

 

While work experience is inherently invaluable, Marlen also believes in a deep commitment to continuing her education to meet her clients' therapeutic and relaxation needs. Training disciplines and specialties encompass massage modalities focusing on therapeutic and restorative effects. Recently, Marlen journeyed to Thailand to add a new modality to her massage repertoire and became certified in Traditional Thai Massage (levels 1-3).

 

Jennifer Bodanza has eight years of experience providing meaningful massage for clients interested in improving their overall health and well-being. Jennifer received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from the University of Florida and became a Licensed Massage Therapist in 2001. Jennifer uses a variety of specialized deep-tissue techniques and neuromuscular therapy while integrating Swedish massage, stretching and various bodywork techniques best suited for each particular clients. Using an individual approach, combining techniques creates a truly unique treatment. Jennifer's goal is to assist with pain relief, stress reduction and active self care, allowing the client to obtain the most benefits. She is personally committed to the care of each client and strives to educate each on incorporating the benefits of massage for a healthy lifestyle.

 

Marlen and Jennifer have worked diligently to create a young and vibrant massage therapy office in the Cory Lake Isle Professional Center on Cross Creek Boulevard in New Tampa. Swiss Spirit Massage embraces and uses the best of traditional Swiss / European massage and bodywork methods, as well as their most recently incorporated modalities.

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