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Thrive Studios Massage Therapists
Andri Kukas, Proprietor, Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified Yoga Instructor
Andri Kukas, owner of Thrive Studios, moved to Berea after graduating from The University of Kentucky in 2002 with a bachelor of science. Andri attended Lexington Healing Arts Academy to complete Massage Therapy and Yoga Teacher Training programs, with the privilege of studying under Amanda McMaine in the yoga program. Andri has been studying craniosacral therapy under Steve Schumacher at The Milne Institute since 2014.
Andri has been a self-employed massage therapist and yoga instructor for 14 years. She rooted her business in Berea in 2022 by purchasing Thrive Studio's current location in the Artisan Village Old Town Berea.
Clients who wish to relax can schedule a Basic Swedish Relaxation Massage. Andri also specializes in craniosacral fascial therapy, myofascial release (deep tissue), Reiki, and yoga therapy for clients of all ages, including infants and children. With these specializations, Andri can help address vitality and stress, body tightness and tension, general and specific pain, acute and chronic pain, disturbed sleep, immobility issues, trauma recovery, and more.
Beyond work, Andri is a devoted wife and mother, spending as much time with her family as possible. As a nature enthusiast, Andri loves all things outdoors such as gardening, hiking, and water activities.
David Wirth, Licensed Massage Therapist
David Wirth grew up in Toledo, Ohio and has lived in Kentucky for 25 years. David graduated from Ohio College of Massage Therapy and has been a licensed massage therapist for 26 years.
Clients who wish to relax can schedule a Basic Swedish Relaxation Massage with or without hot stones. Davis also specializes in deep tissue therapy, neuromuscular therapy, myofascial release, and trigger point therapy techniques; David can help relieve neck and back tension, migraines, and specific bodily pain.
Beyond his massage work, David enjoys all things health and wellness including gardening, organic cooking, and a weekly hike with his dog, Mocha.
Ali DeSpain, Licensed Massage Therapist
Ali DeSpain has been a massage therapist since 2016 and specializes in Swedish, pregnancy, and injury recovery massage, including myofascial release (deep tissue). Working on stress, muscle tension, and grounding are all goals in each massage session. When creating a massage plan, she will find a path to get you feeling like your best self. Her number one goal is that all her clients feel welcome and accepted as their authentic selves.
Ali is a lover of cozy books, crisp autumn days, and all of her rescue dogs and cats.
