Asheville Ashiatsu

Our Team


Jacqueline Wilterding, LMBT NC 20831

Jackie Wilterding graduated from the Clinical Massage Program at AB Technical College in 2022. There she was trained in a clinical and therapeutic approach to massage. Her sessions are purely client focused, using modalities and tools to achieve the goals of the client.

She strongly believes that bodywork is life-changing, and is passionate about creating a safe and inclusive space for all. She is proud to be a part of the neurodiverse and LGBTQIA+ communities, and enjoys working with and helping others on the spectrum and queer community. 

She is skilled in deep tissue, hot stones, Thai massage on the table, PNF stretching, Positional Release, and MediCupping. 

When Jackie is not practicing massage, she enjoys hikes and bike rides with her husband and their corgi, reading fantasy books, playing D&D, and other nerdy games. 

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Jenna Shaw, LMBT NC 19841

Jenna completed training in Asheville NC at The Center for Massage and Natural Health. Her style is slow, intuitive and deep, using long slow strokes to activate the parasympathetic nervous system and fully relax the body. Jenna is trained in Swedish massage, deep tissue, trigger point therapy, cupping, and Ashiatsu. She views the body as an interconnected whole and strives to restore balance and fluidity to your body and movements.  

Jenna's philosophy is that pain in one area of the body often stems from imbalances elsewhere. For example, tightness in the front of the body can manifest as discomfort in the back, and vice versa. By addressing these imbalances, she works to alleviate discomfort and enhance overall well-being. Each body is different, so you can expect your massage to be curated to your body and your needs in that moment.

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Sarah Mack, LMBT NC 22460

Sarah's journey into massage therapy began with her own healing. A former body artist from Florida, she developed chronic hand pain from a repetitive strain injury — a challenge that deeply impacted her quality of life. It wasn’t until she began receiving regular massage therapy that she found lasting relief. The experience was so transformative, she felt called to help others find the same kind of healing. Sarah trained at the Western North Carolina School of Massage, focusing on Neuromuscular Therapy and Swedish techniques. Driven to deepen her skills, she later traveled to Hawaii to study Ashiatsu, a barefoot massage modality known for its deep, therapeutic pressure. Now based in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Sarah offers personalized one-on-one sessions that blend clinical precision with relaxation. Her work emphasizes open communication throughout each session to ensure clients receive exactly the relief they need. She’s passionate about making therapeutic massage accessible, and is happy to work with clients to find pricing that fits their budget.

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Brittany Wells, LMBT NC 15724

Brittany Wells brings over a decade of experience to her massage practice, blending technical skill with intuitive, grounded care. In addition to traditional massage and Thai bodywork, she specializes in Ashiatsu, a deep tissue technique where she uses her feet—supported by overhead bars and cloth drapes—to apply slow, gravity-assisted compression for powerful muscular release.

Brittany graduated in 2013 from Cortiva Institute in Pennsylvania and fell in love with Ashiatsu shortly after moving to North Carolina in 2016.  She’s known for offering this work not only in-office but also at festivals and outdoor events, where she sets up her portable bars and brings healing to people in natural, joyful settings.

Brittany believes deeply in the body’s capacity to heal. One transformative moment in her career was helping a client regain mobility years after a stroke—a reminder of the profound impact therapeutic touch can have. Brittany's motto: “We only have one body—let’s take care of it.”

When she’s not working, Brittany loves connecting on the dance floor, spending time in nature, and building community with other healers.

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Becka Waters, LMBT NC 10019

Becka has been a medically certified and licensed massage therapist for 25 years. She has an integrative and detailed approach to therapeutic bodywork using multiple modalities, including deep tissue, neuromuscular, myofascial, cupping, Ashiatsu, and Thai massage. She evaluates each client individually to provide relaxation, stress relief, healing, and general wellness. Becka has worked extensively with those recovering from injury and athletes working to improve performance.   

Growing up in Atlanta, Becka competed in elite basketball and softball teams which led her to realize that hand-eye coordination was one of her greatest gifts. Upon graduating from College of Charleston with a communications major, she was committed to never sitting behind a desk for work! After meeting a professional massage therapist, she recognized her calling, ultimately becoming certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork from Georgia Medical Institute. Soon after graduating, Becka started her own massage business, Just Relax, relocating her business from Atlanta to Asheville in 2007 with the anticipation of the birth of her first child. Brittany and Becka opened a studio in downtown Asheville in 2023 to provide in-office bodywork and provide a home base for their shared passion offering massage at festivals.

Becka lives in Swannanoa with her two teenage daughters. When she is not practicing massage, she loves to to hike, see live music, and go on fun adventures with her two daughters.

To book with Becka please text: (828) 284-8004