It is our goal at Advanced Massage Care to listen to the needs of each individual and through the skillful application of massage therapy techniques, strive to enhance each clients feeling of well being.

Our clients often comment that they feel calmer just walking into our office. We love that! At Advanced Massage Care we want you to feel very comfortable. Relaxation begins in our waiting area where you will hear soothing music and will be greeted by warm friendly personalities. We have included information in this site to prepare you for, and help you maintain the state of stress-free bliss that we hope you will feel after your visit to Advanced Massage Care. Our professional therapists are committed to providing you with the best possible massage experience, we welcome your suggestions and comments to help us better serve you.

As certified massage therapists we abide by the code of ethics governing the practice of massage therapy.

Stephanie Herron- CMT, AMTA member

Stephanie is a certified massage therapist that graduated in 2000 from the Fuller School for massage therapy located in Virginia Beach, VA. Before life as a massage therapist, Stephanie managed an outdoor retail shop and taught sea kayaking lessons. She finds the field of massage therapy rewarding and fascinating and has been constantly working to increase her knowledge.

In her practice Stephanie provides a deeply relaxing massage experience by employing such techniques as Swedish Relaxation Massage, and Deep Tissue Massage. To help her clients manage chronic pain she uses trigger point work, myofascial release and some craniosacral work. She will soon complete certification in Orthopedic massage techniques.

Since becoming a mother in 2006, Stephanie has realized again what a precious thing massage is - how important it is to restore our overall sense of well being. She highly recommends receiving massages!!

"Therapeutic Massage has the power to change lives for the better"

Vera Zarth - CMT, AMTA member

Vera Zarth is a Certified Massage Therapist with over 22 years of experience. She graduated in 1985 from Phoebe Fields Heath Studio located in Norfolk, VA. Vera cares for her clients and knows that one technique does not work for everyone. This has driven her to achieve a diverse knowledge of healing modalities. Vera helps her clients manage pain and stress using Hot stone massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Shiatsu, Cupping therapy, Swedish Massage and Myofascial Release.

Vera believes in giving back to the community. Her activity in professional organizations though the years has helped to pave the way for massage therapists today. She served as the first elected Tidewater president of what is now known as the American Massage Therapy Association and now gives her time to the AMTA as the unit treasurer.

"God has given me the riches of life by enabling me to care for others! That's what life is all about"