Meet Our Massage Therapists
in Santa Barbara, California
Deep knowledge. Genuine care. Years of devoted practice.
Paul's Approach
Our bodies possess incredible capabilities, capable of granting us a long and relatively pain-free life if we provide them with proper care. However, the reality is that many individuals lead hectic lives filled with stress, making it challenging to find time for exercise, stretching, healthy eating, and more.
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Numerous careers, activities, and hobbies involve repetitive actions or create sedentary lifestyles, both of which can lead to issues within our muscle, skeletal, and nervous systems. When combined with the added burden of stress, our bodies are likely to experience problems. Fortunately, massage offers benefits beyond mere relaxation — it can effectively counteract the damage caused by neglect or misuse.
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The optimal state for your body to heal is relaxation, which is why we prioritize this principle in our work. Everyone responds differently to various techniques and levels of pressure, so we customize the session to accommodate their specific requirements and current conditions.
To foster a continuous state of relaxation, we never rush our techniques. Sessions are scheduled at least 30 minutes apart, allowing for a few additional minutes beyond the allotted time if necessary.
Paul Freedom
Founder, CMT, MuscleTracing™ Developer
Paul has been doing massage on an intuitive level from the time he was 10. It has always come naturally to him. When he began formal training, he knew this was what he wanted to focus his life around. He has extensive knowledge of physiology and corrective techniques.
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His massages typically incorporate relaxing techniques along with various therapeutic modalities to allow for maximum healing. He is best known for deeper therapeutic and restorative body work but has refined skills in relaxation and stress reduction as well.
Certified Massage Therapist CAMTC #: 54964
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MuscleTracing™
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Orthopedic Massage
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Myofascial release
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Trigger point therapy
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Active Engagement Techniques
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Deep tissue massage
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Sports massage
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Dynamic Cupping therapy
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Heated bamboo massage
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Shiatsu
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Tui Na
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Esalen Massage
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Swedish massage
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Manual lymphatic drainage
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PNF stretching
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Active Isolated Stretching
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Muscle Energy Technique
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Reflexology
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Cranial Sacral
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Acupressure
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Reiki
Specialty modalities
Specialty modalities
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Neuromuscular Therapy
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Sports Massage
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Myofascial release
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Trigger point therapy
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Movement-Based Bodywork
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Injury Prevention & Recovery
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Deep tissue massage
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Swedish
Mark Gibson
CMT, Movement-Based Instructor, Bodywork Mentor
Born in Baton Rouge and raised in Birmingham, Alabama, Mark Gibson returned to Louisiana to study at LSU, where he discovered neuromuscular sports injury massage in 2012. He developed his hands-on skills through years of working with fellow performers in the physical theatre and circus arts world — helping them prevent and recover from strain and injury. His graduate studies led him to earn a Master of Fine Arts in contemporary performance, deepening his mastery of movement principles and body mechanics.
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Mark relocated to Santa Barbara in early 2026 and is excited to bring his movement-informed approach to the local community. His work blends performance-based body awareness with precise neuromuscular techniques — making him especially effective with athletes, performers, and anyone seeking intelligent, results-driven bodywork. At Sol et Luna, Mark also mentors developing therapists in movement-based therapeutic approaches.
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Certified Massage Therapist CAMTC #: 102591
Amanda's Approach
Every session with Amanda begins with intention. She takes time to understand your history, your goals, and where your body currently is — then applies her technical expertise with a precision that gets results. She works deeper when it's called for and holds back when the tissue needs space, always guided by what she finds rather than what's expected.
Specialty modalities
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Deep tissue massage
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Sports and athletic bodywork
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Myofascial release
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Trigger point therapy
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Joint mobilization
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Cupping therapy
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Heated bamboo massage
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Swedish massage
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Thai massage
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Manual lymphatic drainage
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PNF stretching
Amanda Schwartz
CMT, Sports Massage & Orthopedic Bodywork Specialist
Amanda Schwartz came to bodywork through movement. Her certification as a personal trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine deepened that foundation, giving her a precise, science-informed lens for understanding how bodies move, compensate, and break down under physical demand.
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Her work is grounded in assessment. She looks at the whole picture — posture, movement patterns, athletic history, and injury — and builds each session around what the body actually needs, not just what it's asking for.
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Her clientele reflects that precision: athletes, performers, and active individuals who need more than relaxation — they need a therapist who understands the demands they place on their body and knows exactly how to address them. Whether she's working through a chronic injury, supporting recovery between training cycles, or helping someone move out of pain, Amanda brings the same careful attention to every session.
Certified Massage Therapist CAMTC #: 93362
Specialty modalities
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Deep Tissue Massage
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Craniosacral
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Myofascial release
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Reiki Master
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​Swedish Massage
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Certified Yoga Teacher
CMT, Deep Tissue Massage, Reiki Master
A lifetime of studying the intelligence of nature — now applied to the human body.
For over 25 years, Yamile dedicated her career to understanding and protecting the natural world as a Forest Engineer and Remote Sensing Scientist. Her work focused on observing ecosystems, recognizing patterns, and understanding the delicate balance that allows living systems to thrive.
Over time, that same curiosity led her from the forests she studied to the most complex ecosystem of all — the human body.
Her journey through ethnobotany, herbalism, yoga, and holistic healing revealed a powerful connection between nature and human wellness. Inspired by this connection, Yamile expanded her studies into therapeutic bodywork, completing her Massage Therapy training and bringing her lifelong understanding of living systems into her work with people.
Continuing Her Growth at Sol et Luna
After completing her formal massage education, Yamile joined Sol et Luna’s mentorship program to continue refining her skills under the guidance of Paul Freedom, creator of the MuscleTracing Method.
Through this advanced hands-on mentorship, she is deepening her understanding of anatomy, movement patterns, muscular relationships, and therapeutic assessment — learning to combine her intuitive connection to the body with precise, anatomy-based techniques.
This combination allows Yamile to approach each session with both scientific curiosity and compassionate presence: listening to the body, understanding its patterns, and supporting its natural ability to restore balance.
Specialty modalities
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Reflexology
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Swedish Massage
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Deep Tissue Massage
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Clinical Kinesiology
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Massage Practitioner
Jupiter's approach to massage therapy merges her passion for movement with a deep understanding of the healing process, shaped by her diverse background in acrobatics, surfing, yoga, and dance. This blend of disciplines not only enhances her grasp of body mechanics but also enriches her therapeutic practices with a unique perspective on physical well-being.
She is currently honing her skills at the Santa Barbara Body Therapy Institute, focusing on sports massage and corrective therapies to complement her active lifestyle and personal experiences in pushing the boundaries of physical performance. Her education is not just about acquiring techniques; it's about deepening her connection to the art of healing and understanding the nuanced needs of her clients.