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Our Mission

 

Welcome to Sweet Serenity Massage and Salt Therapy, where we aim to relax the world - one client at a time. We are a Holistic Health company driven to help our community have a natural, clean, relaxing environment to heal and breathe easy. Whether you are looking for physical or mental healing, we have something for you. So, come get salted with us!

 

…And who we are.

 

"Sweet" is defined as pleasing, fresh, and gracious, and "Serenity" is defined as serene, tranquil, and calm. Our name shows the focus and direction of our facility. By offering salt therapy and therapeutic massage, we take a holistic approach to good health and wellness. Salt therapy provides our clients with a drug-free alternative - for better respiratory/skin health.

 

While salt therapy, is not meant to be a replacement for medical treatment, the salt room's peaceful setting encourages healing tranquility. With the use of precise therapeutic massage techniques, our educated therapists: clear the body and mind of unwanted stress, improve circulation and promote relaxation. With every massage uniquely tailored to meet the needs of each client. Our goal is to make each client feels rejuvenated, renewed, and refreshed.

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Fran Hasekoester - LMT

Massage Therapist/Owner

Fran Hasekoester received her training from the Cincinnati School of Medical Massage and has been a massage therapist for 18 years. She is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association and is licensed in both Kentucky and Ohio.  Fran is certified by the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation as a BWC provider. Along the way, she has acquired additional training in Precision Neuromuscular Techniques, Prenatal Massage, Cold Stone Therapy for Migraines, and Craniosacral Therapy. Fran is also certified to teach "Baby's First Massage".  This program teaches new parents basic massage techniques that will help improve the parent-child bonding that is so important in the early stages of life.  In addition to this, for fun and relaxation, she likes to treat her clients to salt body scrubs, hot salt stones, facial toning massage and now introducing a body contouring technique called lypossage. 

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Anya K - LMT

Massage Therapist

Anya is a Licensed Massage Therapist in Kentucky with roots in the Cincinnati area.  Her journey into massage therapy was driven by the belief that touch is a fundamental part of our existence.  Having completed her studies at Gateway in May of 2023, she now specializes in providing specific relaxing experiences that go beyond the surface.

Recognizing how emotional stress can impact on our physical well-being, she is dedicated to helping clients activate their parasympathetic nervous system through massage therapy.  By doing so, the client can effectively reprogram the nervous system and make life feel more manageable. Anya’s goal is to guide clients towards a state of contentment in both their bodies and minds.

“Thank you for considering me as your Massage Therapist.  I look forward to assisting you on your journey to a more comfortable and content state”

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Diana Giebler

Licensed Esthetician

Diana Giebler joined our team here at Sweet Serenity Massage & Salt Therapy in August of 2024. She is a Licensed Esthetician in Kentucky & Ohio. She will be offering facials, sugaring and Salt Scrubs.

"I strive to provide contagious kindness and a unique experience for each individual."

Diana's facials prioritize custom botanical ingredients known for calming and nourishing properties, promoting relaxation and rejuvenation. She aims to provide a tranquil oasis experience while addressing carious skin concerns for a radiant complexion. She uses the Free & True Skincare line for facials, Diana finds this line relaxing and effective.

Sugaring is an all-natural hair removal service using a room temperature paste made of sugar, water and lemon juice. It is known for its effectiveness, gentleness and longer lasting results compared to waxing. 

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Clay - LMT

Massage Therapist

Clay is a dedicated bodyworker with a passion for integrative healing and natural movement. Since graduating from Lexington Healing Arts Academy in 2014, he has pursued extensive continuing education in Vedic Thai Bodywork, Craniosacral Therapy, Precision Neuromuscular Therapy, and Sports Massage. His work draws on a wide range of modalities, blending bodywork with sound therapy, yoga, and natural human movement to help clients feel more connected, mobile, and at ease in their bodies.

Each session with Clay is uniquely tailored, combining technical skill with a deeply intuitive touch. He creates a grounded and therapeutic space for healing—whether addressing chronic pain, aiding in injury recovery, or supporting overall balance and vitality. Clay’s approach invites clients to not only feel better, but to move better and live more freely.

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Patty Toolen - LMT

Massage Therapist

Patty studied massage therapy through the Myotherapy Institute of Utah. Her hands-on trainers were Peggy Roberts and Nora Hale in Hebron, Kentucky. She specializes in Swedish massage, Craniosacral Therapy, and Reiki. Patty's training with these have taught her that the body will tell you what is wrong if you let it. She says massage therapy is the best to get the body back on track and gain some insight as to what it may need to be for future care. She calls this Body Awareness. When you schedule with Patty you probably won't hear anything you don't already know, but it's confirmation of what you may have been thinking.

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Tracy Holscher -
Adventures in Wellness LLC

Wellness Coach

Tracy is a Reiki Master-Teacher, Health Coach & Yoga Instructor.  She is passionate about evidence-based practices and holistic care for family health.  Her goal is to help people apply simple and sustainable tools as they navigate the often overwhelming journey of life. 

Tracy offers several services including Reiki, Chakra Bonding with Reiki, Yoga Classes, Personal Yoga Instruction, & Wellness Coaching.

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Alexis - LMT

Massage Therapist

Alexis went to school at Cincinnati School of Medical Massage in 2019 and became a Licensed Massage Therapist in 2021.  She enjoys creating customized session plans for each of her clients to maximize their care and reach their goals.  She specializes in trigger point therapy, prenatal massage, assisted stretch and salt stone massage.  Her pressure ranges from light-firm/deep depending on her client’s request.

“Over my journey, I’ve learned in a profound way that massage eases the body and opens the heart.  I look forward to this next chapter at Sweet Serenity Massage & Salt Therapy.”

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Sarah - LMT

Massage Therapist

Sarah is a Licensed Massage Therapist and certified personal trainer with over a decade of experience in holistic wellness and therapeutic bodywork. A 2013 graduate of Lexington Healing Arts Academy, she brings a deeply intuitive and integrative approach to every session, tailoring care to meet each client’s unique physical and emotional needs.

Her extensive training includes Craniosacral Therapy, Precision Neuromuscular Therapy (PNMT), Trager Bodywork, Vedic Thai Yoga Bodywork, Prenatal Massage, Kinesiotaping, Reiki, and specialized massage for infants and children. In addition, she is trained in esthetic treatments such as body wraps, salt/sugar scrubs, and facials.

As a National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer with seven specialized credentials, she skillfully combines movement education with manual therapy to support functional strength, recovery, and long-term well-being. She is also a proud member of both the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) and the Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP).

Clients appreciate her calming presence, clinical precision, and unique ability to blend therapeutic results with deep relaxation.

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