Meet our Massage Therapists
Raquel Flipov, LMT
Raquel Flipov graduated from the American Institute of Clinical Massage in Post Falls in August 2018. After spending the past 20 years as an employee for the Coeur d’ Alene school district, helping students with various health and learning disabilities, Raquel was ready for a change and decided to continue her education. She had always been drawn to the healing arts so become a licensed massage therapist. Her touch ,is firm, soothing as well as relaxing. With compassion for helping others has transferred to her massage techniques.
She enjoys bringing relaxation to her clients that visit her at Body Tech. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her kids and grand kids. She loves living in Idaho and can be found in the great outdoors.
Koy Atkinson, LMT
Koy graduated from AICM massage school in Post Falls in 2021. He formerly served 6 years in the Army and got out in 2017. At that time he decided that he had a passion for helping people take control of their health, so he became a personal trainer. While working as a trainer Koy developed a hunger to learn even more so he could better empower people. While still being a trainer he started to pursue a degree in physical therapy, where he found himself working in a PT office. Koy realized through that job that he could be more involved with health and recovery as a massage therapist on his way to becoming a PT. After working in these fields and becoming more education, he has developed a deep passion for helping others. Koy is a lifelong learner, always in pursuit of additional knowledge. One of Koy’s goals is to become a well-rounded therapist by continuing his education and soaking up as much information as he can.
In his free time, Koy enjoys challenging himself in the gym. He also enjoy spending time with his wife Jenn & his sweet pointer puppy, Wyatt, and their feisty cat Chanchi.
rusti newman, LMT
Rusti graduated from CDA Massage School in May of 2021 and later that year she obtained her Esthetician’s license from Headmasters. She has been trained in many different massage modalities, but specializes in Swedish and relaxation. Rusti’s focus is relieving the body of tension, stress and anxiety to help our body relax so it can function at an optimal level. She finds it very rewarding knowing that when people leave her table, they will leave feeling calm and rejuvenated, no matter what service you choose.
She is a PNW native and loves to spend her free time with her family and friends. Summertime is her favorite season and is always looking for the next big adventure, whether it is a concert, comedy show or something in between.
natalie roberts, LMT
Natalie has been a licensed massage therapist since 2011. Currently licensed with NE, AZ, MT and ID. She is trained in different modalities including swedish, myofacial release, repetitive use injury technique, Raindrop technique, IATSM and is certified in cupping therapy.
She loves the many great benefits of massage therapy and is passionate about helping people find rejuvenation amidst the stresses of life and relief from the pains that show up in their bodies due to that stress.
In her off time, Natalie enjoys being with her family and enjoying the beautiful outdoors.
Jessica Dretke, LMT
I have been a massage therapist since 2018. I specialize in deep tissue, sports and structural integration massage. I am also certified in cupping therapy and personal training. I have always worked in massage practices that are medically focused (Mostly Chiropractic). I have had a passion for body work ever since being a collegiate athlete in basketball. I often found myself in pain because I didn't know anything about muscle balance and steps to take to have a body that moves the way it should. Once I was done with my college career, I went to massage school. Massage didn't only ease my aches and pains, but it helped me learn more about my body and what to do to operate better and prevent future pain. I hope to do that for my clients as well.
I am currently working on Tuesdays 10AM- 2PM and Thursdays 11-3, contact me sometimes other times are available. I hope to help you learn more about your body so you can crush your goals and live a more pain-free life!
To book an appointment with Jessica please contact her directly at 208-215-4269
Brianna Thomson, LMT
Bri has been trained in many modalities and offers an integrative approach to her clients. She uses medium to deep pressure, often incorporating neural reset therapy techniques and targeted stretching to provide quicker, longer-lasting results. Brianna specializes in cultivating relationships with her clients that allow her to create customized approaches tailored to their specific sets of imbalances, tensions and lifestyles. You will find her willingness to adjust and flow with your everchanging body refreshing and teaching of simple, easily-implemented tools designed to help you make immediate gains rewarding.
When away from the table, she can be found exploring, cooking, building, laughing and spending time with God.
Bri is thrilled to be back in north Idaho serving clients at Bodytech on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. You may book with Bri by contacting her directly at 509.675.8782.