The Center

Meet Our Practitioners


Meet the experienced practitioners who bring their individual talents, expertise, and caring approach to The Center. Together, we are dedicated to creating personalized experiences that support your well-being in body, mind, and spirit.

Mary Anne Giacona, Th.M

FOUNDER & CEO | CERTIFIED HOLISTIC HEALTH PRACTITIONER

Mary Anne Giacona is the founder and CEO of The Center, bringing more than 35 years of experience in complementary and holistic health to her work. She holds a master’s degree in theology and is a Certified Holistic Health Practitioner specializing in Energy Medicine.

Her studies have included Energy Anatomy, non-invasive healing modalities, and the relationship between spirituality, health, and personal well-being. Influences such as Caroline Myss and Dr. Norman Shealy have helped shape the intuitive, whole-person approach she brings to her work today.

Mary Anne believes each person possesses an innate wisdom and capacity for healing. Her work is centered on helping people reconnect with that wisdom, gain clarity around the patterns affecting their lives, and move toward greater balance and well-being.

In addition to her work at The Center, Mary Anne officiates weddings and other meaningful life ceremonies and has presented on holistic health, Energy Medicine, intuitive development, and the chakra system.

Phillip K., LMT

Licensed Massage Therapist

With nearly 20 years of experience in the spa and wellness industry, Phillip brings a skilled, intuitive approach to massage and bodywork. His sessions combine therapeutic techniques with a calming touch, creating an experience tailored to each client’s individual needs and goals.

Phillip believes that caring for the body is an essential part of overall well-being. Whether helping to relieve tension, improve mobility, or simply providing an opportunity to slow down and reset, he strives to create a restorative experience that supports both physical relaxation and a greater sense of balance.

His thoughtful, individualized approach helps clients leave their sessions feeling lighter, more grounded, and renewed.

Shannon K., LMT

Licensed Massage therapist

A graduate of the Finger Lakes School of Massage in Ithaca, New York, Shannon brings years of experience in the spa and wellness industry to her work at The Center. Her versatile and intuitive approach allows her to customize each massage to the individual needs and preferences of her clients.

Shannon is comfortable working with a wide range of pressure, from gentle relaxation massage to deeper therapeutic work. Whether providing Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, pregnancy massage, aromatherapy massage, or hot stone massage, Shannon thoughtfully adapts her approach to the individual needs and preferences of each client.

Warm and adaptable in her approach, Shannon strives to create an experience that helps release tension, quiet the body and mind, and leave clients feeling relaxed, restored, and cared for.

Mark S., LMT

Licensed Massage Therapist

Mark is a New York State Licensed Massage Therapist and Level II Reiki Practitioner. He graduated from the Onondaga School of Therapeutic Massage in Syracuse, New York, in 2003.

Mark provides skilled, individualized bodywork designed to meet each client’s unique needs. Whether providing Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, craniosacral work, or Reiki, Mark’s goal is to help clients relax the nervous system, release muscular tension, improve joint mobility, and support the body’s natural healing process.

A firm believer in the connection between body and mind, Mark views massage therapy as an important part of maintaining overall health and well-being. Our Integrative Massage is exclusive to Mark’s offerings at The Center, where he thoughtfully combines therapeutic and energy-based techniques to help relieve both physical and emotional stress while promoting greater balance and relaxation

Melissa H., LMT

Licensed Massage Therapist

Melissa graduated from the Onondaga School of Therapeutic Massage in 2018 and has continued to expand her training, including certification in Lymphatic Drainage Massage, a specialty she exclusively provides at The Center. While experienced in several forms of massage therapy, she considers relaxation massage one of her strengths and especially enjoys creating a nurturing environment where clients can let go of stress, relax, and restore a greater sense of well-being.

Whether providing relaxation massage, deep tissue massage, aromatherapy massage, hot stone massage, or medical massage for pain management and recovery, Melissa brings a caring and attentive approach to her work. She especially enjoys the therapeutic use of essential oils and heat to enhance relaxation and help ease muscular tension

Melissa believes massage therapy can be an important part of maintaining overall health and well-being and supporting the connection between mind, body, and spirit. Her naturally nurturing approach and genuine desire to care for others have made her a valued part of The Center family.

Jolene D.

Licensed Cosmetologist

Jolene has been a licensed cosmetologist for more than 20 years and brings a naturally warm and nurturing presence to her work at The Center. Her genuine love of people is reflected in the care and personal attention she gives to each client.

For Jolene, her work is about more than helping someone look their best—it is also about helping them feel their best. She enjoys creating a comfortable, caring experience where clients can relax, feel cared for, and leave feeling refreshed and renewed.

Jolene’s kind nature and heartfelt approach to caring for others make her a wonderful part of The Center family.

CONTACT US

The Center for Wellness
1 Hoffman St.
Auburn, NY 13021
Phone: 315-704-0319
Email: mah@thecenter4wellness.com

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