Katie Barber is a licensed massage therapist and esthetician who opened Balanced Roots Massage Therapy & Esthetics after graduating from Arlington School of Massage in 2020. She specializes in upper-body pain relief and stress management, building lasting client relationships while supporting improved mobility and injury recovery. Her massage style is rooted in Swedish techniques, incorporating myofascial release, trigger-point therapy, contract-relax, and pin-and-stretch methods. As a medium to deep-pressure therapist, she blends therapeutic massage with a spa-like experience. In 2024, Katie expanded her practice by becoming a licensed esthetician, offering facials and chemical peels to provide comprehensive wellness care for both body a