OUR THERAPISTS

Jenae Jeffers, LMT: Tues 11-8, Wed, Thurs, Fri 8-2, Sat 11-8, Sun 12-7

April Kirk, LMT: Mon 8-2, Sun 12-7

Becca Rose Overstreet, LMT:: Mon, Wed, Fri 2-8

Robert Ginwrite, LMT: Wed 12:30-7, Thurs 10-8, Fri 1-7, Sat 10-8

Bobbie Banks, LMT: Tues 9-1:30, Thurs 9-1:30

ON-CALL:



WHO SHOULD I CHOOSE?

STELLAR MASSAGE
Stellar Massage was established in June of 2010 by Jenae Jeffers. The office is decorated in a relaxing home-like décor, but is not spa-like. We offer your basic relaxation, deep tissue, neuromuscular, sports, prenatal, and hot stone massages as well as Myofascial Release and Oncology Massage. Depending on or our current staff, we may offer other modalities as well. Heat packs are used when indicated and it does not interfere with the massage at no extra charge as well. We also do off-site chair massage.

Please read about each of our therapists to determine which will most suit you. Every therapist at Stellar Massage is capable of giving a good deep tissue massage, but each has their indivicual styles and some have deeper pressure than others. You can also look under the "Who should I choose" link for a summary by category to save you time.

My philosophy on Customer Service and Working for Stellar Massage
April Kirk, LMT, License #3426
Virginia College, 2011
U.S Army Veteran from Northport, Alabama. I graduated from Virginia College in 2011 with a degree in Therapeutic Massage. I furthered my education in Kinesiology and Medical Massage after I fell in love with this field and alternative pain management. I specialize in neuromuscular and deep tissue work, building massages for each client. One set massage is not correct for everyone, so I use integrated massage, which uses different types, and I apply what is right for you based on your history and daily routine. I completed training in Radio Frequency and Cavitation from Luxe Beauty and Body Co. adding a wider range of services.
Becca Rose Overstreet, LMT, License #3122
Birmingham School of Massage, 2010
I was drawn to massage from an early age, but after being diagnosed with scoliosis at the age of 13, I began searching for solutions and methods to help with the chronic pain it caused. That's when I discovered the power of massage. Throughout my life I sought out new techniques and practiced on whomever I could. After graduating from high school in Columbus, Georgia, I moved to Birmingham where I graduated from the Birmingham School of Massage in 2010 - in the same class as our founder, Jenae Jeffers.

Over the course of my career as a licensed massage therapist, I have obtained certifications in Neuromuscular Therapy, Deep Tissue, Reiki, and Hot Stone. In addition to those, I've received training in Active Isolated Stretching, Swedish, Prenatal and Reflexology. All of these have opened doors and afforded me opportunities, like teaching seminars to medical professionals and working backstage at many events where I have met or massaged big names like Scottie Pippin, Charlie Daniels, Rick Medlock, Greg Allman, OAR, and many others.

While I love the relaxing, calming effects that massage has on our bodies, I excel in Deep Tissue and Neuromuscular Therapies. Chronic pain is, after all, my inspiration. The most rewarding thing about my work is when I can truly help someone gain a better quality of life and lighten their burdens. During every massage, I incorporate different techniques (drawing from my metaphorical "toolbox") to suit the needs of the client and strive to provide relief from chronic pain and injury while also promoting relaxation and healing.

I am more grounded in western rather than eastern medicine - in that I believe that massage and bodywork should always incorporate a working knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathology. However, during my career and education, eastern medicine has surprised me in its effectiveness and the results it can produce. This is particularly true of Reflexology and Reiki. I have found that Reiki, a form of energy work, can aid in relaxation and healing by helping improve the flow of energy throughout the body. Reflexology can also help to relieve pain, tension, speed recovery times and virtually eliminate symptoms and side-effects. My personal experiences with Reiki and Reflexology include accelerated healing times, deeper sleep, emotional comfort, and relief from nausea and headaches. Because of my own experiences, I truly believe that both Reiki and Reflexology will make excellent additions to your massage and bodywork routine.
Robert Ginwright, LMT, License #5596
Birmingham School of Massage, 2017
I've always had a passion for healing and therapy from a young age. This has led me to certify myself in Massage and Yoga. I'm a graduate of Birmingham School of Massage 2017 and a graduate of Birmingham Yoga 2015. Active therapy(Yoga) and Passive therapy(Massage) are two different approaches that meet in the middle. Deep Tissue/Swedish Massage techniques along with openess to receive equals optimal balance and relief. My goal with each client is simple, to leave feeling much better then when you arrived, Period!
Bobbie Banks, LMT, License #1466
Red Mountain Institute of the Healing Arts, 2001
Hello future clients! My name is Bobbie Banks. I am an experienced Massage therapist now available for bookings here at Stellar Massage. I have had the pleasure of helping people achieve their therapeutic and relaxation goals since 2001. I have experience in deep tissue, neuromuscular therapy, Swedish and sports massage, as well as many other modalities that I use as appropriate during a session. I have helped numerous athletes with muscular improvements and enrichment in their sport of choice. I have had experience with both local and professional athletes. I strive to make sure that all my clients have a good experience and reach their personal massage goals.

I have lived in the Birmingham area all my life and have one Son and a beautiful granddaughter. I am a big animal lover and have several fur babies at home. For many years now I have been a local Paramedic, and enjoy the diversity of the high stress job of a first responder mixed with the healing power of being a massage therapist. I look forward to meeting you and help you with your choice of therapy.
Jenae Jeffers, LMT, License #3048
Birmingham School of Massage, 2010

My Massage History
My interest in massage therapy began in 1991 after I was struck by a semi on the interstate and I received massage therapy twice a week as part of my treatment. After my recovery, I began to practice what I learned on friends and family. I find giving massage to be very relaxing, and much better than squeezing a stress ball. In 2009 I was massaging a massage therapist friend of mine who was going through med school, and she said "You're better than the girl I trade with, why don't you go to school and get licensed so that you can get paid for this?" It was a no-brainer moment. All I could think was "why not?" It hadn't occurred to me to do something that wasn't administrative.

I graduated from the Birmingham School of Massage in March 2010. I became Nationally Certified and received my license in June 2010 and immediately started Stellar Massage. I am certified in Massage Therapy, Neuromuscular Therapy, and Hot Stone Therapy. I have received continuing education in Oncology Massage, Myofacial Release, Cranial Sacral Therapy, Thai Yoga Massage, Muscle Energy Technique, Cupping, Facial Massage, and Aromatherapy.

My Massage Philosophy
I am securely grounded in the western philosophy regarding massage, incorporating knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology to address stress and soft tissue pain. This means that I base my style on the physical, not metaphysical. While I know about chi and meridians and recognize that as beings made up of atoms we probably all do have an electrical field, I am not attuned to it.

My Massage Style
I spent almost 20 years doing massage by touch, feeling the tension and knots and manipulating the muscle. I still prefer to directly manipulate the muscle rather than stretch it and tend to be firm in my massages. That being said, if you tell me that you want a light relaxation massage and don't want it to hurt, I can do that too (just make sure you tell me so I can switch mentally from "fix it" to "pamper").

My Passion
I love massage, but I have a special passion for Myofascial Release, which is not massage, but compliments it. I recommend it when people have been trying to get rid of an issue and it just won't go away no matter what they try. Fascia is fascinating, affecting EVERYTHING in your body, and when you can get rid of an issue someone thought they'd never get rid of, it's very satisfying. Read our FAQ page on Myofascia Release for more information.

On Call Therapists
We are currently looking for on-call therapists.
Who should I choose?
The answer to this is more a question of style preference than who is better because I will not hire anyone that doesn't give me a good, responsive deep tissue massage. If I wouldn't pay $90 for it, I don't expect you to, and I like to get my moneys worth. I have specifically hired people who have a preference for therapeutic work because that is what I built my reputation on and I want to maintain that reputation. If you like relaxation massages, I'm certain we have a therapist that will suit you since we can all do those and our styles vary on that as well.

Our personal massage styles are a mixture of what we learned in school, our continuing education, what we personally like in a massage, moves we create or pick up from other therapists, and feedback from our clients. One client may think one therapist is "better" than the other, while another client will think the opposite, depending on personal preferences. One way to choose is to try each therapist and just pick the one who suits you best; you don't have to stick with the first therapist you try. Every therapist at Stellar Massage is confident in his/her ability as a massage therapist. Each of us have our dedicated clients who don't want to go to anyone else, so our egos are safe. We recognize that no matter how good we are, some people will like our style and others won't or will simply prefer another. Please don't think any of us will feel insulted or hurt if you choose to try (and stay with) another of our therapists.

Pressure: All therapists at Stellar Massage can adjust their pressure from light to very firm/deep depending on your stated preferences and input during the massage. We rely on your feedback during the massage to adjust our pressure to your needs because while we can feel the knots and tension, everyone responds in their own way and we can't determine your pain without your input. All of us can give good deep tissue massage, but Becca and Robert offer DEEP deep tissue, which is a separate service from regular relaxation/deep tissue.

If you have thick, dense musculature and want a DEEP deep tissue massage, I have made a different service category for it so we can schedule extra time after for your therapist to recover. I am not talking about well developed/toned muscles (someone who works out at the gym every day), I'm talking about overdeveloped (think Football player, stone mason, etc ...). I'd like to say this is the person who feels like no one ever goes deep enough, but unfortunately that is usually a reflection on the quality of the massages previously received not the amount of pressure you need. Please don't be shy about asking us to lighten our pressure just because you asked for a DEEP massage.

Anxiety Massage: Becca and April offer this service. Having anxiety issues themselves, they use their experience and intuition to design their service to reduce your anxiety.

Stretching: Bobbie, April and Robert are most likely to incorporate stretching into their massages.

Sports Massage: Becca does not offer this service.

Hot Stone: While we all do the Stellar Upgrade, which incorporates hot stones and hot towels into the massage, only April does full Hot Stone Massage.

Reflexology: Becca and Robert are the only ones to offer Reflexology.

Reiki: Becca is the only one to offer Reiki.

TMJ: Robert does not do TMJ work inside the mouth so he does not offer this as a seperate service.

Cupping: Jenae is the only one to offer cupping as a seperate service. Short and sweet, cupping is a myofacial technique using cups to create a vacuum and release adhesions. Cupping is likely to leave purple bruise like marks. Please note that Cupping affects the fascia in the area worked, but is NOT Myofascia Release, which is a specific technique that affects both local and areas further down the fascial line of tension.