Dr. Dot's Assistant Biography

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Melissa in Minneapolis-Saint Paul, MN + Saint Paul, USA

Massage Therapist

In 1999 Melissa began her massage therapy journey in Japan where she fell in love with spa’s and body care.

She obtained her BFA from the UofM in painting. She graduated from Saint Paul College with over 1500 hours of massage training.

She is also fluent in lomi-lomi, deep tissue, sports massage, lymphatic drainage, cranial-sacral, intuitive medium work, cupping , scrapping and her very special " Scout" tool certified. Melissa has also obtained her personal training, holistic nutrition coaching, “three hearts balancing” energy healing, laughter yoga, yoga, ordination, meditation and many other certifications that enhance her overall knowledge of bodywork.

Melissa believes in the body's ability to heal itself and that massage therapy is one of the many paths to restoring health and wholeness to the body.

She is currently obtaining her Thai Massage certification. Her areas of independent study and interest include her family, friends and making movies.

Feedback:

“Dr. Dot always has the best massage therapists.”
Johnny - Bass Player (Trans-Siberian Orchestra)
“Sheila E. is in love with your service. ”
Joey F. Production manager Dave Koz Christmas tour
“"Thank you so much. Abby (Dallas DotBot) was amazing. All are very pleased."”
Big Gigantic TM Katie
“"Thank u for great service."”
Chris Daughtry TM Alan
“The Dots we had rocked!”
Christopher - Tour Manager (Bad Company)
“Your company has really helped me out on tour.”
Brendan Ekstrom - Guitar (Circa Survive)
“I just wanted to say thanks for another great tour. Your folks were, per usual, wonderful. You provide a great service, and I appreciate it.”
Manager of Everlast
“Thank you.. Also.. The person that came out to our Chicago show (Ali) was amazing, and because of her i decided to look into getting more book for the tour. Thanks again Roger Nightwish - Tour Mg”
Nightwish Tour Manager Roger
“Rachelle = no more muscle spasms…… You both are my heroes. The rest of the crew is complete agreement. Tom H”
Three Dog Night TM Tom H.
“"They were very pleased, excellent job. Thanks again"”
Empire of the Sun TM Tim
“Dr. DOT is the best. She has this ability to relate to everyone somehow and is so passionate about massage, what other boss do you know comes out and does massage, obviously she only hires the best.”
Jeremy (Bassist of Paramore)
“Thank you for your service and follow up”
Diana Krall TM Maria
“Whitney did a great job, and some of the other guys had work done also so I think it worked out well for her too cheers! Best Regards Paul Collis”
Anthrax Tour manager Paul
“"Dr. Dot really is just the best and saves me so much time hunting for (good) massage therapists for whole mornings!"”
Sarah, the Wombats
“"Thank you so very much for your help Dot. We really couldn't do the shows without you!"”
Dream Theater tour manager Brad
“Thank you for all the great therapy over the touring year. I appreciate your professional staff and look forward to working with them again soon.”
Steve Miller
“Dr. Dot aka the Queen; helping us out on this run!! #drdot #dotbots”
Kristin Schloesser Tour Manager -Allyssa Edwards; Scream it lymi tour; Get Loud tour
“"The Dotbots were really really nice Ladies. Everyone was VERY happy today; so I can't thank you enough"”
Mystery Science Theater 3000 TM Lauren
“"Hey Dot, All your "bots" we're great. No complaints, and a few were LOVED. JONNY particularly liked the girl in Thackerville OK (Kourtnii), she was strong enough to really reach Jon's tough back issues"”
Experience Hendrix Tour Manger, Greg
“I am very impressed with the Dr. Dot team! Your team is consistent, professional and give an outstanding massage. I like the idea that all Dot Bots are auditioned/tested before they get on the team.”
Carl (Madness)
“I love using your Dot Bots they are always so professional and provide excellent service regardless of the city or continent! They always make my clients very happy and at the end of the day that's all that matters!”
Clay - Tour Manager (Staind) and Guns n' Roses Monitor Engineer
“"Thanks for sorting Cherri in Portsmouth(UK) …. My guitar player is very happy"”
Chris G. tour manager of Australian Pink Floyd
“Good morning! The last couple masseuses you guys sent out were so great! Thank you for all you do. -Ben”
Anthrax TM 2021 Ben W.
“"the Dotbots were excellent!! thanks again and can’t wait to do it again.."”
Chromeo Tour manager Ray
“"Everything was great as always thank you again"”
Gabriel Iglesias TM Ryan
“"I am very familiar with the Dr. Her team is awesome"”
Steve Vai Tour Manager Warren
“"I have always used her people and they are great. Simon"”
Simon S., Roger Waters Tour Manager
“"She rules. Our favorite yet. Let's have her every time"”
Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros TM Sam
“I would never get a massage anywhere else except through Dr. Dot with her team; they are all excellent.”
Rob Halford (Singer of Judas Priest)
“"you KNOW I would only use your team Dot. We go back way. You're the best!"”
Mitch; Production Manager Steely Dan