The Spa at Forma Walnut Creek offers the optimum wellness experience and a comprehensive menu of therapeutic treatments, featuring massage, facials, and clinical skin care, body wraps and waxing. Our skilled and professional spa therapists are dedicated to easing the pain, restoring function and rejuvenating face and body. Services are performed in our cozy and luxurious spa, conveniently located adjacent to our locker rooms so that sauna, steam, or Jacuzzi can be enjoyed before or after treatments.
Walnut Creek
Massage + NMT Therapists
Specialties
- – Deep Tissue
- – Swedish Massage
- – Sports Massage
- – Prenatal Massage
- – Aromatherapy and Reinki
My Story
After getting in a car accident in 2002, I was calling around to get a massage and accidentally called a massage school. I ended up going to that school 6 weeks later and became a certified massage therapist in 2003.
My Philosophy
I enjoy incorporating different techniques to benefit my patients of all ages.
Specialties
- Fascial Work (similar to Rolfing)
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Swedish Massage
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Sports Massage
My Story
Massage has changed my life. It’s fulfilling and I get to help people through difficult times.
My Philosophy
Premium Service, Positive Results.
Specialties
- Stretching Therapy
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Motion-Based Deep Tissue
- Myofascial Release
- Pre-Natal Therapy
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Sports Massage
My Story
I started receiving deep tissue massage in 1991 following a car accident and to aid in recovery while training for marathon swims. I left the corporate world to become a full time therapist in 1999 while caring for a terminally ill family member. A month after he passed away I found myself at the 2000 US Olympic Trials for Track and Field with 16 clients. I haven't looked back and have been working with a range of clients since -- athletes at all levels, pre and post surgery clients, and children with cerebral palsy. It brings me great satisfaction to help people with training/event recovery and improving range of motion.
My Wellness Philosophy
Consistency. Focus. Positivity.
Specialties
- Energetic Healing Massage
- Prenatal Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Sports Massage
My Story
I attended the University of Notre Dame for both undergrad and law school, and have a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Peace Studies. After leaving law school I worked in sales and marketing for experiential events and CPG brands before transitioning to HR and People Ops. I then spent 13 years working in Bay Area and New York based tech companies in various recruiting and management positions, where the crux of my roles was caring for employees. In 2018 I began training for my first NPC bodybuilding competition, and in October 2022 I earned my pro card as a Natural Wellness competitor with the PNBA. I began offering fitness coaching and competition prep which triggered my desire to better understand the body, and the mind-body connection. In July 2023 I graduated from the National Holistic Institute in San Jose after earning my CAMTC. I have since worked at R Spa, The NOW, and am thrilled to be on staff at Forma.
My Wellness Philosophy
"The common theme throughout my wellness philosophy is a strong emphasis on mental and emotional health, having seen first hand the impact they have on the health of our physical being. We often forget about ourselves when surrounded by others in need. But our societies are dependent on caring for each other, starting with ourselves. Never question or diminish what you need in order to be your best self. Massage isn't just self care, it's healthcare."
Specialties
- Deep Tissue
- Swedish Massage
- ART/PRT Active/Passive Release Technique
My Story
After suffering a shoulder injury in 2012 hindering my ability to do normal activities a friend suggested deep tissue massage. Soon after I became determined to understand how the body can heal itself with proper guidance. I enrolled at NHI in San Jose and my journey begun. Iv'e come to understand the body and mind are one in the same system and our health is determined by how we treat ourselves.
My journey has led me to Forma Gym where I hope to meet the challenge of working with people who are seeking to breakthrough limitations or simply have less pain, also being a helpful part of a team.
My Philosophy
Movement is life.
Specialties
- Sports Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Swedish Massage
- Hawaiian Style Massage
- Facilitated Sports Stretching
- Trigger Point
- Therapeutic
My Story
After being on my feet for hours cooking in a restaurant, my body was hurting. A friend referred me to her massage therapist and after having to wait 3 weeks to get in and save 9 hours of restaurant pay for 1 hour massage, I received body work and afterwards I felt amazing. I then decided to pursue a career in massage, which quickly became a passion. Today, I feel - with the Spirituality that I practice, the massage skills I learned, and my work working with food - touching different cuts and different types of meat to understand the direction of the grain and temperatures, helps me to be in tune with the body to understand where the tightness, knots and tension are and how to relieve it.
My Wellness Philosophy
To assist others in their healing process, that meets each person's needs with the skills I
have learned over the years - in and out of massage.
Specialties
- Migraine Relief Therapy
- Prenatal Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Hot Stone/LaStone Therapy
- Myofascial Treatment
- Cupping
- Aromatherapy and Reiki
- Reflexology
- Sports Massage + Stretch Therapyi
My Story
I've received massages since I was 16 years old. I have utilized them throughout my life. I've learned over time that muscles hold memories like water and traumatic situations are held in our bodies- Stagnant till released. I've used massage to help me through trauma, tough situations and through illness throughout my life.
My Wellness Philosophy
"Massage is a lifestyle, not a luxury."
Skincare Specialists
Specialties
- Clinical Aesthetics
- Skin Resurfacing Techniques
- Advanced Corrections
- Acne Treatment
- Client Education
My Story
I had some serious acne as a teenager that lingered well into adulthood. I began to see an aesthetician for treatments in my twenties. I was working in tech at the time and having regular treatments and every time I laid down on that bed, I began to wish I had a career helping people transform their skin instead of the career I had. Fast forward nearly 20 years and while sitting in the Jacuzzi here at Forma Gym, my sister Sheryl and I decided to take the plunge and become aestheticians. We immediately chose a school and enrolled! I’ve never looked back. For the past 15 years I’ve practiced aesthetics with several Dermatologists and Plastic Surgery offices. Still members at Forma, Sheryl and I brought skin care to Forma Gym in 2015. Now back at Forma after a couple of years of interruption, I look forward to working with you to achieve your skin care goals.
My Philosophy
I firmly believe that I have the tools and products to help you change your skin. And my goal is to do just that; change your skin. Whether genetics or lifestyle causes you concern about your face, or if you’re just looking to maintain your incredible skin, we can make it happen together with a bit of effort and attention.
Specialties
- Advanced Corrective Skincare
- Clinical Esthetic Treatments
- Chemical Peels
- Microdermabrasion
- Simple, Effective Daily Skincare Prescriptions
My Story
From an early age, I remember dreaming “someday I want to wear a white lab coat and carry a clipboard.” Guess what, I got my wish! Always interested in healing/helping professions, I’ve had the opportunity to work in a wide variety of roles, from Lamaze Teacher to Medical Assistant, from Health Education to Drama Teacher. Over fifteen years ago, when Janet and I made the decision to become estheticians, I was excited to embark on a new career that would allow me to work with people in a way that really mattered. We have been FORMA members for years and are very happy to return to work here, and to work together again. With more than 30 years’ combined experience in the esthetics, we have individual strengths, and we make a great team!
My Wellness Philosophy
I get a lot of satisfaction working with clients to improve their skin. Some of the most rewarding aspects of my work are educating clients about skincare treatments and products, breaking down the science into user-friendly, common-sense principles and getting creative with customized treatment plans. Every face is different, there’s no “one size fits all” in skincare, and that’s what keeps me loving what I do.