About the Therapist

Vanessa Cheatwood of Monrovia Massage Therapy has been a licensed massage therapist since 2003, living and working in beautiful Monrovia CA since 2010.  She began her bodywork career with a 1000-hr program in New York and has worked extensively in private practice, wellness centers, and high-end spas.

She treats chronic pain and stress and encourages wellness using a variety of both Eastern and Western techniques and bodywork modalities. Each session is fully customized to the individual client using communication and therapeutic intuition. 

In addition to her private clientele, she teaches massage therapy, business, and ethics at the Hands on Healing Institute. She is also available by request at the Spa at Four Seasons Beverly Hills.  

Education and Certifications

Finger Lakes School of Massage, Ithaca NY 2003
Ohashi Institute of Shiatsu, NYC 2004
Usui Reiki I, NYC 2004
Hot Stone Certified 2004 Pregnancy Massage Certified 2004

Heartstone Herbal School, Van Etten NY 2007
iHeal Institute Modern Hypnotherapy 2020

NY State Massage Therapist License #27-016699
CA State Certified Massage Therapist #38803

Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals Member