Massage Therapy

Massage therapy is a hands-on technique that involves manipulating the muscles and soft tissue of the body using a variety of techniques to promote overall health and wellness. It is an effective tool for people of all ages. Massage can help promote stress relief and relaxation, reduce pain, and improve circulation and lymphatic flow. Note that therapeutic bodywork is never intended to replace or substitute for a person’s medically prescribed treatment.

All bodies can benefit from nurturing touch, no matter the age. Early and consistent affectionate touch for children has been shown to stimulate their brains, bodies, and spirits and promote growth and development. Healthy, nurturing touch can help with a child’s somatosensory system, autonomic regulation, social development, processing and learning, and immune function.

In children, joints are still developing; therefore, traditional spa-type bodywork treatments for adults may not be effective or even suitable for kids. Massage can sometimes move all sorts of energies and release thoughts, memories, and emotions. Children need special bodywork techniques and methods catered to their specific bodies and unique needs.

VitalCare’s team of Licensed Massage Therapists provide individualized in-home or in-office massage therapy. Our massage therapists have been trained to work with pediatric clients through the Liddle Kidz Foundation. Our providers will customize every session to each person’s circumstances, goals, and needs. Children remain clothed throughout the entire session. We recommend children wear loose sweats, pajama bottoms, or other soft, “lounging” pants or shorts, and a loose, comfortable shirt, ideally without snaps, buttons, or other hard accessories. We encourage guardians to stay in the room with their child while the massage is being performed.

Appointments can be scheduled for in-office or in-home. Please call 720-458-0642 or use the “Get Started” form in the sidebar for more information.

Massage therapy services can be accessed through private pay or the following Medicaid waivers:

Children with Complex Health Needs Waiver (CwCHN)

Children’s Extensive Support Waiver (CES)

Children’s Habilitation Residential Program Waiver (CHRP)

Supported Living Services Waiver (SLS)

Private Pay

Session Length	Service Fee
A 60 Minute Session	$95.00
A 90 Minute Session	$143.00

Sports Massage

I have been working with my massage therapist for over two years. She has literally kept me on the field playing soccer! Since working with my massage therapist, I have not suffered an injury, prior to working with her, I was sidelined 2-3 times a year.

Matt D.

She is an answer to my prayers

The quality of the therapeutic massage was beyond my expectations. My massage therapist provided exceptional individualized massage to my numerous problem areas with the explanation of the rationale for her interventions. I now know what a truly therapeutic massage is (vs. my previous hot stone pamper massages). She is an answer to my prayers to aid in recovery after an auto accident.

Carolyn Y

Prenatal Massage

I saw my massage therapist at VitalCare for a prenatal massage at 38 weeks pregnant. Not only was the facility clean, bright, and welcoming, but she was an absolute joy to be with. She made the whole process extremely comfortable, listened to my requests and needs, and did a wonderful job with my massage. She is thoughtful, thorough, and very skilled. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone, and I definitely intend to return regularly.

Lindsay T.

Fantastic!

My massage therapist is fantastic! I try to see her every week. I am having fewer headaches since I started seeing her and my shoulder mobility is much improved.

Karin D.

Outstanding service!

My massage therapist and her team of therapist are outstanding. I love booking online and I have seen multiple therapists, all have been excellent. I recommend VitalCare to all of my friends and family!

Scott G.

Surpassed my expectations!

My massage therapist surpassed my expectations with her expertise in her ability to help release very tight muscle groups resulting in increased range of motion and decreased pain. She listens to feedback and integrates the information into her therapy.

Carolyn Y.

Massage Therapy Team

Ana Jacobsen, MM, MT-BC

Director of Professional Services

Ana has a master’s degree from Colorado State University. She joined VitalCare in January of 2019 as the Music Therapy Supervisor. In the summer of 2022, Ana expanded her role to include Massage Therapy. Ana manages a large therapist team across multiple disciplines and is super excited to work with the Massage Therapy team. She continues to be inspired by the strength and love she witnesses in the families she works with every day and feels blessed to be a part of their journey. In her free time, Ana enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons, cooking, baking, reading, being in the mountains, playing music and gardening.

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Deanna Hefti-James, LMT

Massage Therapy Clinical Supervisor

Deanna has been working in the healthcare field for many years. Deanna has chosen massage therapy as her profession because she finds working one-on-one with each client very fulfilling and rewarding. She is a firm believer in the benefit of massage and the incredible emotional and physical health benefits that come from therapeutic touch. Deanna completed massage school at Denver School of Massage Therapy and in 2011 received her Massage License and Board Certification with NCBTMB (National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork). She has been working as a massage therapist in spa/clinic settings, her own private practice and pediatric massage. She graduated with her Bachelor of Science Degree in Business/Management in 2007. In addition to massage, Deanna has worked in healthcare positions such as administrator for adult care homes, and CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) for hospitals, senior care home facilities, and in home care. Outside of work, Deanna enjoys spending time with her husband, family, and friends and volunteering to work with animals. She likes to travel, try new foods, and spend time exploring nature.

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Shannon Lopez, LMT

Massage Therapist

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Kim Richard, LMT

Massage Therapist

Kim has been a massage therapist since 1996, first graduating from the Louisiana Institute of Massage Therapy and later completing her AOS at the Colorado School of Healing Arts in 2010. She also holds a BS in Biology from Metropolitan State University of Denver. She has worked in both clinic/spa settings and in private practice. As a massage therapist, Kim uses her traditional massage training in conjunction with her work in Craniosacral Therapy, Trauma Touch Therapy, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, and various deep tissue modalities to help her clients live and move better in their bodies. She believes in the power of touch to benefit physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. In addition to doing massage she taught swimming for over 30 years and specialized in beginning, fearful, and special needs students. She brings this knowledge and experience with her to VitalCare and is excited to work with clients to help them live their best life. When not doing massage Kim enjoys hiking, reading, baking, doing art, scuba diving, and spending time with her grown up kids. She is also working to finish her black belt in Taekwondo.

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Mekayla Cotton, LMT

Massage Therapist

Mekayla Cotton is a 2020 graduate of Colorado School of Healing Art. She has been working in pediatric massage for the past year and enjoys using her music background and calm disposition to gain clients trust while achieving their goals. While she loves working with pediatric clients she also maintains an in-office adult clientele. Mekayla specializes in deep tissue, neuromuscular, and fascial release. She uses her diverse knowledges and skill set to curate massage treatments that aid each client based on their needs. In her spare time, she enjoys reading and karate.

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Laura Mendez, LMT

Massage Therapist

After personally experiencing the restorative impact to her body, mind, and spirit, Laura found healing through touch and movement. Laura’s call in life was to become a massage therapist. Laura’s journey as a massage therapist began in Illinois over 8 years ago. Laura has worked and gained skills from many different settings. She has worked in spas, chiropractic offices, hospice, and with special needs kids all while comforting them and providing relaxation through different styles of massage techniques. Laura is also certified in trauma touch therapy and has worked with immigrant women. Laura finds it very fulfilling to offer healing to the body and support the nervous system through massage therapy. Laura loves spending time in nature, hiking, camping, spending time with her loved ones, and taking her dog for long walks.

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Jason Engberg, LMT

Massage Therapist

Jason has been a massage therapist for over a decade working for Chiropractors, Spas and even Google providing various modalities then connecting with the Liddle Kidz Foundation joining them on outreach missions to India and the Philippines. Jason has lived in Boulder and Fort Collins where his brother and family reside. When not providing care or spending time with family. Jason likes movies and playing his guitar.

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Kelley Germano, LMT

Massage Therapist

Kelley Germano is a native to Colorado. She’s been a licensed Massage Therapist for over 14yrs with experience in therapeutic massage, client education, and personalized wellness care. Dedicated to creating a calming, professional experience while helping clients improve comfort, relaxation, and overall well-being. In her free time, she enjoys spending it wither her two children and her granddaughter. She also loves nature, painting, and caring for her plants.

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Gabrielle Westmoreland, LMT

Massage Therapist

Gabrielle is a Licensed Massage Therapist and Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist with over 12 years of professional experience. She graduated from The School of Massage and Natural Healing of Asheville, NC in 2014 and is currently expanding her expertise by studying Craniosacral Therapy through the Upledger Institute. Gabrielle's career is defined by a lifelong dedication to caregiving and education. She earned a degree in Sociology with a concentration in child and family development from Appalachian State university in 1999, followed by a K-6 teaching license from UNC Asheville in 2007. Before transitioning to massage therapy, she spent six years as a Pre-K teacher and served as an at-home caregiver for her mother and grandmother. Most recently, she has proudly focused on helping Veterans manage chronic pain and PTSD through therapeutic touch.

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