About Melania
Over 20 years of holistic practice and more than 13,000 professional hours working directly with people.
Best of the Bay 2024
Best Massage Therapist
My Story
Melania Mersades
I am a Licensed Massage Therapist, Reiki Master Teacher, somatic practitioner, spiritual mentor, and ceremonialist in St. Petersburg, Florida.
My work is rooted in over 20 years of holistic practice and more than 13,000 professional hours working directly with people in both private and group settings.
20+
Years of Practice
13K+
Professional Hours
2012
Licensed in FL
My Approach
How I Work
My style is intuitive and is experienced as a blend between Eastern Philosophy with Western somatics and Taino wisdom. It is multi-dimensional.
I work at the intersection of:
This is not surface-level wellness. My work supports people in understanding what their body is holding, recognizing emotional and behavioral patterns, and increasing their capacity to respond to life with awareness rather than reaction.
Capacity Building
What That Means
Capacity building means:
Being able to stay present under pressure
Processing emotions instead of suppressing or projecting them
Developing self-awareness and accountability
Strengthening your ability to lead yourself and, if applicable, others
Creating a wellness lifestyle
Shadow Work
Into the Depths
Shadow work is the process of becoming aware of the unconscious patterns, beliefs, and behaviors that influence how you show up. Together we walk bravely into the parts of yourself you have neglected or abandoned and alchemize them into Gold and genius.
Credentials
Background & Experience
Florida Licensed Massage Therapist — MA72092
Community & Connection
This work is not only personal, but also communal.
In addition to private sessions, I host:
Monthly Beach Reiki gatherings
Wellness events and experiences
Trainings and group spaces focused on growth and self-awareness
These spaces allow people to engage in healing work in both individual and shared environments.
Philosophy
Awareness, Regulation, and Responsibility
Listening to your body
Understanding your patterns
Developing emotional intelligence
Increasing your capacity to navigate life
Leading yourself with clarity and integrity
I don't position myself as someone who fixes people. I support people in building the awareness and capacity required to create lasting change.