Born and raised in Erie, Carl (PA#MSG012724) loves massage therapy because of the effects it has on both client and therapist, especially on the therapeutic end. He graduated from Great Lakes Institute of Technology in 2018, and quickly fell in love with the self-satisfaction and peace each session leaves the therapist with. One of his favorite things is being able to help people feel better throughout the entire treatment, from the initial intake to after-session care. He’s now been a part of Monacella’s team for over five years!

He’s known for deep tissue and injury relief by many, with a focus in the shoulders and low back. Whether you’re getting ready for an upcoming game, went a little too hard at the gym, or just need more than a typical relaxation, he’s there! His interests lie in sports-centered massage, along with the use of our Theragun and IASTM services.

When he’s not in the office, you can find him at Southwick Kickboxing and Grappling, listening to some heavy metal, or spending time with his family.

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Coming from a background caring for animals, Abby (PA#MSG012460) felt drawn to practices like massage therapy from a young age. Working with horses, she came across some with muscular injuries –like ‘Snickers’, who had thrown his back out– and wanted to find a way to help them herself. What started with the idea of “healing hands” flourished after her graduation from Great Lakes Institute of Technology, and led to a path of discovery through the muscles that make up a person.

Though accessories and tools such as our IASTM and Theragun services can enhance her talents, she loves that she doesn’t need anything other than her own two hands to get someone back on their feet again. One of the most rewarding parts of massage for her as a therapist is getting to fit the puzzle of someone’s pain back together with her own intuition and knowledge. This work is especially rewarding for her in the neck and shoulders!

When she’s not in session, you can find her playing piano at various gigs in the area, or horseback riding at her local stable!

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Maggie (PA#MSG013778) brings a wealth of massage therapy expertise, spanning diverse settings such as medical offices and luxurious day spas. Specializing in an array of massage techniques, including relaxation, therapeutic, hot stone, and pregnancy massage, Maggie’s true passion lies in Eastern modalities. As a dedicated practitioner of Gua Sha, a Reiki master, and a certified yoga instructor, she harmoniously blends holistic approaches into her practice.

Beyond her healing touch, Maggie is a tie-dye queen, nature enthusiast and an avid bookworm.

If she looks familiar, you’ve seen her before! We’re so excited to welcome Maggie back to our team on Tuesday evenings and Saturdays!

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Pam (PA#MSG010444) has a Bachelor of Science in special education and studied massage therapy at Great Lakes Institute of Technology. Pam is certified in manual lymphatic drainage through the Klose school, with additional training in plastic surgery recovery and gender-affirming care. She has studied prenatal and postpartum massage, deep tissue massage, and Reiki.

Pam is committed to offering compassionate care and helping clients to feel at home in their own bodies. For many years, she assisted people with disabilities in the L’Arche Erie community, which imparted a passion for serving marginalized populations and adapting to each person’s individual needs. She finds fulfillment in serving a diverse clientele and wants everyone to feel welcome on the massage table. Pam networks extensively with the LGBTQ+ community and co-leads an online group dedicated to gender-affirming massage therapy.

Outside of the office, Pam is active in community theater and serves on the creative team for Dramashop. She loves hiking, rock climbing, and crocheting.

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Abigayle (PA#MSG015454) is an empathetic and compassionate massage therapist that loves to focus on pain relief and management. Alongside massage, she enjoys adding on our Cupping and Hot Stone services to enhance each session’s experience and relieve aches and pains. Her main goal is getting you to the best “you” that you can be!

Whether it’s upper, mid, or low-back pain, she gets into the whole back to figure out your underlying issues! After graduating from Great Lakes Institute of Technology, she pursued further education in pregnancy and postpartum massage, and is now one of our specialists. As she blossoms into her career here at Monacella, she’s shifting her focus towards the more therapeutic side of massage, and experimenting with varieties such as sports massage and energywork.

Outside the office, she loves songwriting for the piano, hanging in the yoga studio, and spending time with her family.

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On the path to becoming a physical therapist, Stacy instead found a home in the world of massage therapy (PA#MSG001815) and esthetics (PA#CQ125805)! Working in the Erie massage community since 2002, she’s flourished with certifications in LaStone Therapy (link) and oncology specialization. She can meet every need, from a relaxing facial__*__ to a therapeutic deep tissue massage for back and shoulder pain!

When she’s not down at the Bayfront, Stacy enjoys crafting, baking, and traveling with her husband and two cats!

__We do not currently offer facials/esthetic services at our practice, but we are planning to expand services in the coming months! Keep an eye out so you can be first in line to book with Stacy!__

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Amber brings a unique blend of customer service excellence and beauty expertise to our team. As a cosmetology graduate from the prestigious Noe’ Noonan School of Cosmetology, she combines her love for helping people feel their best and esthetics (PA#CO315998). Since joining our team in February 2025, Amber has been a friendly face behind our front desk, expertly managing appointments, answering questions, and ensuring every client feels comfortable from the moment they arrive.

What sets Amber apart is her genuine commitment to creating a relaxing experience for every client. Whether she’s coordinating your perfect appointment time or providing personalized facial treatments, her goal is always the same: helping you look and feel your absolute best.

Now that we’ve launched our facial services, you can experience Amber’s expertise firsthand. She specializes in customized facial treatments designed to rejuvenate your skin while providing the ultimate in relaxation. Her gentle approach and attention to detail ensure that each facial is tailored to your unique skin needs and wellness goals.

You might catch Amber both at the front desk and in the treatment room, as she continues to balance her administrative responsibilities with her passion for esthetics services. Her diverse skill set and warm personality make her an invaluable part of the Monacella family, whether she’s helping you book the perfect massage or providing a transformative facial experience.

When you’re ready to experience the relaxing, rejuvenating benefits of professional facial care, or if you simply need assistance with scheduling, Amber is here to help you feel welcomed, cared for, and completely at ease.

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“If I could teach people anything it would be patience. In such a everything-at-your-fingertips world, we have to remember to relax, slow down, and enjoy life! And this is a big reason why I love being a massage therapist. It allows me to be free — to enjoy life and in the work itself, which is an art, always to be appreciated and never again to be duplicated. People always leave feeling better than when they arrived, which is such a great feeling for the therapist and gives life meaning.”

Missy (PA LMT #MSG006570) has been doing massage for over 15 years. She has a passion for therapeutic massage. She specializes in pain relief and pregnancy massage.

She’s from Erie and has daughter, Kelli. She loves the lake and loves to spend her free time there and just being with her circle of friends.

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Ashley completed her esthetics training at Continental School of Beauty in Buffalo, NY (2015), and is an alumna of the Finger Lakes School of Massage in Ithaca, NY (2017). She brings a deeply intuitive and compassionate approach to massage therapy. Having studied Psychology of the Body, she understands that tension often holds more than just physical stress—it can reflect the emotional rhythms of daily life. With a calm presence and refined technique, she creates a serene space where guests feel truly cared for—body, mind, and spirit.

She is skilled in accommodating a wide range of pressures, with a particular focus on medium therapeutic work that promotes lasting relief. She often integrates trigger point techniques to release tension in specific areas. Her favorite regions to work include the shoulders, hands, and feet—common places where stress accumulates. She also enjoys incorporating aromatherapy to enrich the sensory experience and deepen relaxation. In the esthetics room, she especially enjoys working with clients experiencing dry or aging skin, offering treatments that support deep hydration and visible rejuvenation.

Outside of work, Ashley values time with loved ones and finds peace in nature. She’s an avid walker and reader, an experienced motorcyclist, and expresses her creativity through photography. Passionate about lifelong learning, she’s drawn to topics such as personal development, psychology, health, and metaphysics. Ashley approaches both life and bodywork with curiosity, presence, and intention.

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Coming from a background in medicine, Erin is driven in massage by her passion for helping others. Alternating between nursing and massage therapy, she graduated from Great Lakes Institute of Technology in 2022, and immediately began growing her knowledge with modalities such as Lomilomi. She loves to apply her thirst for knowledge to work and hobbies, reading up on American history, anatomy, and new massage techniques she can add to her tools.

Through her job, she wants to promote the message of individuality, confidence, and self-love above all. She brings out the chatty side in people, getting rid of bad moods and back problems! She uses the new things she learns for chronic pain and injury treatment, especially in the neck, back and shoulders.

“My absolute favorite place is the ocean. I love the salty air, the unpredictability of the waves, and the roar of the water as a new cycle begins with the wave’s push and pull. The feeling of the sand around my feet, and as it falls from my hands around my fingers. In a world viewed like an hourglass of sand, where we have to hurry to live.. slow down and realize the beauty life has to offer us. Look down a beach and take in the fact that life has to offer us endless possibilities – you just have to believe in yourself.”

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Originally from Chicago, Ryan (PA#MSG014676) brings his knowledge of detail from illustration into each massage. Mixing elements from his time at the American Academy of Art College with classes from Great Lakes Institute of Technology and beyond, the art of massage comes easily to him with his intuitive mind.

Therapeutic massage is his passion, especially focused in the neck and hips. If you’ve got a past or current injury that’s bothering you, pain relief is a focus of most of his sessions!

When he’s not in the office, he enjoys reading sci-fi and crime fiction, playing video games with intense storylines, and using his art skills for model kit work.

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