Our Staff
Our Massage Therapists are licensed by the state of Illinois, are competent in Swedish, relaxation, deep tissue, prenatal and medical massage and specialize in chronic muscle pain due to overwork or overuse and also work with many equestrian riders, dancers, runners and athletes on their specialized needs and conditions. Many of our massage therapists specialize in various different techniques which can be found on their bio page.
Abbi Hanson, Owner & Massage Therapist
Abbi is a Licensed Massage Therapist with 7 years of experience and a passion for helping clients feel their best—whether that means finding relief from chronic tension and discomfort or simply having a space to relax and recharge.
Her approach is tailored to each individual, blending therapeutic techniques with a calming, intuitive touch. She has experience in a variety of modalities, including relaxation massage, deep tissue, trigger point therapy, prenatal massage, and structural integration.
Abbi believes massage should never feel one-size-fits-all. She takes the time to understand each client’s needs and adjusts every session accordingly, creating a balance between effective therapeutic work and relaxation.
As the owner of Natural Therapy Wellness Center, Abbi is proud to continue the legacy Jon and Pat built while bringing her own passion and vision to the practice. She looks forward to carrying NTWC into its next chapter while preserving the welcoming, trusted environment that has made it such a special part of the community for so many years.
Liz Cappellano, Massage Therapist
Liz Cappellano attended First Institute in Crystal Lake in June 2012, passed her boards and started her massage career employed by a local chiropractor in August of that year. During her time at the chiropractic office, she studied various techniques and procedures, including cupping therapy, that allowed her to improve her abilities to treat her patients for pain relief and improved function. She helped her patients with their muscular tension and pains, migraine headaches, aided in rehabilitation from vehicle accidents and surgeries, and helped relieve the pain from arthritis and fibromyalgia.
Yvette Fuiava, Massage Therapist
Yvette is a graduate of Columbia College of Missouri and a 2012 graduate of Cortiva Institute of Crystal Lake. She believes that there are many paths to healing and enjoys helping others meet their wellness goals through massage. Yvette practices Thai bodywork, Reiki, deep tissue, manual lymphatic drainage and relaxation massage and has expanded the Thai Yoga Massage program at Natural Therapy Wellness Center which has been receiving glowing reviews from her clients. She is STAR Program Certified through Oncology Rehab Partners. Her favorite quote is “If it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you” by Fred DeVito.
Ieva Scoggin, Massage Therapist
Ieva moved from the country of Latvia in northern Europe and is a member of their traditional dance group performing at their annual Independence Day celebration. She is a graduate of First Institute of Crystal Lake, Illinois. She practices massage, reflexology, cupping and in very compassionate for people in pain.
Rachel Monge, Massage Therapist
Rachel, a 2011 graduate from Cortiva School of Massage Therapy, enjoys offering her clients a massage with a smooth flow with therapeutic results and relaxation in all of her massage sessions. Rachel also enjoys manual lymphatic drainage in her treatment offerings. In her second decade as a massage therapist, she has a great sense of humor and a passion for raising butterflies, gardening, kayaking, camping, and road trips.
Larissa Widdis, Massage Therapist
Larissa is a graduate of First Institute’s massage therapy program. This complemented her skills as an athletic trainer where she was able to assist athletes with their injuries and help improve their techniques. This combination of training has equipped her to provide excellent massage therapy to runners, athletes and everybody with their various muscular concerns.
Aaliyah Torres, Massage Therapist
Aaliyah is a graduate of First Institute of Crystal Lake, IL. She enjoys working with her clients for nurturing relaxation massage, while also offering pain-relieving therapeutic massage. Aaliyah’s hobbies include listening to music, reading, playing video games, and spending time with family and friends. She enjoys exploring new avenues of massage techniques to provide the ultimate client experince.
Bobbie Buerer, Licensed Massage Therapist
Bobbie is a graduate of First Institute in Crystal Lake, Illinois.
She went into the massage therapy profession because she was been surrounded by this profession since she was a young girl and has always been interested in how it has helped so many people. She wanted to be a part of a community that helped improve people’s day to day life.
Hobbies: She enjoy cooking and baking in her free time. Bobbie also enjoys playing tennis and cycling.
Her Specialties: Swedish relaxation, cupping, prenatal and salt stones
Cayla Mullins, Front Office
If you call our office during the morning or early afternoon, you will probably be familiar with Cayla’s voice. She has been our office manager/ receptionist/ client services representative for several years. A transplant from New York (Bronx), she now calls Illinois her home.
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Haley is a graduate of First Institute in Crystal Lake.
Bonnie Spina, Acupuncturist
Bonnie graduated in 1997 from the Midwest College of Oriental Medicine, studied under the renowned Dr. Fu in the Peoples Republic of China and received certification from the Guangzhou School of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Guangzhou, China. She is board certified by National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.
Suzanne Ott, Thai Yoga
Suzanne’s yoga journey began nearly 30 years ago, and after more than 20 years of teaching, she remains inspired by how mindful movement and breath can change how we feel in our bodies and in our lives.
Her path to Thai Yoga Massage began with a Thai Yoga Assist class, where she experienced firsthand the deep relaxation, openness, and connection this practice can create. That experience inspired her to continue training and eventually incorporate Thai Yoga Massage and reflexology into her work. Her approach is gentle, compassionate, and grounded in Metta—the practice of loving-kindness. Through mindful touch, assisted stretching, gentle movement, breath awareness, and reflexology, she creates a nurturing space where you can slow down, release everyday tension, and reconnect with yourself.
Nicole Toyra, Licensed Massage Therapist
Hi, I’m Nicole Toyra — a licensed massage therapist with a passion for supporting both the body and mind through therapeutic touch. I graduated from the nationally accredited massage therapy program at First Institute in 2021 and am licensed to practice in the state of Illinois.
My approach blends a variety of techniques—including deep tissue, relaxation, hot stone, and trigger point therapy—to create a personalized experience that meets each client’s unique needs. Every session is designed to provide clinical benefits while maintaining a natural, intuitive flow that enhances the mind-body connection.
I’m truly passionate about the power of massage therapy and feel honored to help others improve their overall well-being and quality of life.
I look forward to working with you soon!
In Memoriam
Jon R. Petersen (1950–2025) was the founder of Natural Therapy Wellness Center and a respected massage therapist in the McHenry community. Known for his compassionate care and skilled hands, Jon dedicated his life to helping others find relief, healing, and peace.
He specialized in chronic pain and oncology massage, guided not only by advanced training, but by a genuine kindness that made every client feel seen and cared for.
Beyond his practice, Jon was devoted to his family, his faith, and his community. He will be remembered for his warmth, generosity, and the lasting impact he made on so many lives.
His legacy of healing and compassion continues to inspire all who knew him.
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