At Evolve, we empower our community through expert bodywork, holistic therapies, self-care education, and thoughtfully curated retail—providing the support, tools, and guidance to encourage self-healing of mind and body. PAIN THERAPY SPECIALISTS
Evolve Massage and Alternative Healing was born out of the idea that massage is essential for the reduction and management of many, if not all chronic pain conditions. Many chronic pain conditions and even other chronic issues including anxiety and depression can have their roots in muscular tension and knots.
“We are passionate about helping you feel better. We are not only going to use our expertise to release tight, knotted muscles, but we will also council you in stretching and meditation techniques to take home with you so you can make marked improvements even between sessions. Pain is NOT a given side effect of aging… often it is a choice. We can help you understand what that means and how to make choices to manage and eventually relieve your daily pain.” -Michael
WHO WE ARE
Evolve is a small family owned business located off Highland Ave, near the Garage on 23rd St. Valerie Chastain, LMT, NMT # 3612
Valerie is a state licensed massage therapist since 2011, with certification in Neuromuscular Therapy and certified Reiki II Practitioner. She specializes in Pain Management with a focus on the neck and shoulders. Valerie is also certified in Pregnancy Massage. Valerie has a life-long passion for homeopathic medicine and Eastern Healing practices. In her free time she tends organic gardens and has a vast working knowledge of herbology and nutrition. Mike Disko, LMT, NMT # 3841
Michael is a state licensed massage therapist since 2013 with certification in Neuromuscular Therapy and certified Reiki II Practitioner. He specializes in Pain Management with a focus on the low back and hips. Michael is a student of Eastern Medicine and Western Esoteric studies with a life-long meditation practice. When he isn’t at work, he is probably doing yoga with Valerie and their two girls, playing guitar or his djembe drum. Ian Krusinski, LMT, NMT # 4265
Ian is a state licensed massage therapist since 2015 with certification in Neuromuscular Therapy and certified Reiki II Practitioner. He specializes in Pain Management with a focus on low back and hips. Ian is an accomplished aromatherapist, and crystal aficionado. When he’s not in a therapy session he is likely working on an art project or making some of his unique silver wire-wrap metaphysical jewelry. Where We Are Going
At the moment, we are small, but we will grow. We feel like Birmingham needs an opportunity to try out some new things, and as we learn them, we will offer them! We look forward to the opportunity to help nurture the already growing community of consciousness in our home, Birmingham, Alabama. We believe to be healthy and happy, one must combat ignorance and fear and embrace knowledge, faith and love. It’s time to Evolve, Birmingham.
