Within the Embers, llc

12/31/2025

As 2025 wraps up, I’m stepping back from the social media noise.

The constant scrolling, posting, and pressure to perform for an algorithm just isn’t how I want to show up — as a human or as a business owner. And to be clear, I don’t mean performance as in skill or quality of care… that part has been built over 16 years and speaks for itself.

I mean the theatrics. The trends. The stuff that looks good on a screen but doesn’t reflect my work.

My style is intentional. It’s presence over pageantry.

It doesn’t chase trends, and it doesn’t always translate well into bite-sized content — and I’m okay with that.

So this page will be a little quieter going into 2026. Not because my work has slowed down, but because I’m choosing to be more present in it. With the clients on my table. With the care I offer. With my life outside this app.

If you’re already here, thank you.
If you’ve read this far, thank you.
If you found this page because someone you trust mentioned my name — thank them too, and trust their judgment.

I’m building my practice on human connection, not viral moments. If you’re curious about my work or wondering if it’s the right fit, message me. A real conversation will always tell you more than a scroll ever could.

And just so we’re clear —
a quiet page does not mean a quiet practice.

12/30/2025

As the year comes to a close, before the holiday bustle fully takes over, I wanted to pause and say thank you. To every client I’ve had the honor of working with this year—your trust, support, and openness mean more to me than you know.

What began as care has so often grown into connection, and I’m endlessly grateful for that. The love you show my business ripples far beyond my work, allowing me to be present for my family and fully soak in the moments and memories that make this season of life so special.

From this year into the next, and all those that follow—thank you for choosing me and for holding space with me in return. It truly means everything.

With gratitude,
Ali 🫶

11/27/2025

This season has me overflowing with gratitude — and so much of it is because of you.

To my clients: thank you for choosing me, trusting me, and supporting my work. Because of you, I get to build a small business I love and show up fully for my family. You’ve allowed me to thrive in this season of motherhood and entrepreneurship, and I carry that gratitude into every session.

I’m thankful for my husband, my kids, and the village around me that makes it all possible.

And I’m incredibly grateful to Keysha and Alex of for creating the kind of space where independent therapists can truly feel at home while doing the work we love.

May this Thanksgiving bring rest to your body and warmth to your heart. 🧡

11/23/2025

Sundays are for self-care… and showing a little love to the small businesses that keep our communities glowing. ✨

This morning’s early start meant I got to swing by **Donut Palace STL** and pick up some *very* yummy treats to share with clients and coworkers. A small gesture, but one that reminds me how many hands and hearts go into keeping local shops thriving—especially this time of year.

If you’re able, choose small. Choose local. Choose the places where people remember your name, where the lights come on before the sun does, and where every purchase truly matters.

Thank you, for fueling our morning and for all the sweetness you bring to our city. 🍩❤️

Here’s to supporting the makers, bakers, dreamers, and do-ers this season—and every season.

11/21/2025

I absolutely love being a part of this amazing team!

11/20/2025

🎁 COLLAB WITH K&A MASSAGE BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL — Only 10 days left!!

This is K&A’s biggest deal of the year and it stacks beautifully for gifting and for treating yourself into the new year.

For every $100 you load onto your K&A account, you get an additional $20 FREE. (Up to $200 FREE)

You can use it with any therapist, for any service, or even purchase holiday gift cards with your credited total.

✔️ $100 → $120
✔️ $200 → $240
✔️ $300 → $360
✔️ $400 → $480
✔️ $500 → $600

And so on!

Stock up for the holidays, or give your future self some well-earned relief.

11/18/2025

“Why do massage therapists charge so much per hour?”

A question we hear often — and a great one.

The hour you spend on the table is only a fraction of the work your therapist does. Massage is incredibly physically demanding, so we’re limited in how many clients we can safely and effectively treat each day.

Behind the scenes, there’s a lot more happening: endless loads of laundry (yes, every client gets fresh, clean sheets), marketing, scheduling, cleaning, client notes, and bookkeeping. Add to that the overhead no one sees — rent, taxes, insurance, continuing education, and the steady supply of oils, tools, and linens that keep a practice running.

And unlike traditional jobs, massage therapists don’t get paid vacation or paid sick days. When we’re sick or recovering from an injury, we simply can’t work. Our rates help us save for those unavoidable days so we can continue caring for you long-term.

But here’s the real heart of it: regular massage isn’t just a service — it’s an investment in your body’s long-term well-being.

For many clients, consistent treatment reduces chronic pain, improves mobility, calms the nervous system, and restores a quality of life they thought they’d lost. The value of waking up without that constant ache, moving without fear of a flare-up, or finally sleeping through the night is priceless.

When you book a session, you’re not paying for just an hour of massage; you’re supporting skilled, thoughtful care that helps you feel and function better every day.

Thank you for supporting the work that supports you. 💛

11/02/2025

Now that Halloween has clocked out…

Tell me, are you:

✨ Team “Time to Deck the Halls, I’ve Been Waiting Since July”
or
🔥 Team “Let the Turkeys Have Their Moment, Please & Thank You”

Either way… may your home feel like magic,
and may your inner cozy-season gremlin thrive.

When do you set up the inside cheer or do you just ride the vibes until December? 🤣

10/29/2025

Your favorite time of year is coming!! This is an amazing sale that you can enjoy all year! And the money you load is good for any providers! So get your massages, stretches, nutrition help and personal training needs at a special rate!

The Black Friday Sale That Refuses to End

🎁Starts in 3 Days!

We’re kicking off November with our biggest deal of the year here at K&A Massage Therapy!

🎄 Add $100 → Get +$20 Bonus
💰 Load up to $1,000 → Get $200 FREE!

You can prepay on your account all month long and stretch your dollars further because taking care of your body shouldn’t have to wait for the holidays.

🎄 Sale runs November 1st–30th
📍 K&A Massage Therapy – Ellisville, MO

This is the perfect time to stock up for yourself or plan ahead for future sessions. Once it’s gone, it’s gone!

10/28/2025

Tis the season my friends... And though I hate that everyone gets sick and I'll miss you for a session, my livelihood depends on not missing other days of clients when I catch what you're fighting. The best thing to do is get massages regularly prior to being sick so we can help boost that immune system to fight before symptoms erupt.

Cold and flu season is rolling in… and we need to talk. 🦠

If you’re sick.. fever, cough, body aches, stomach bug, sinus crud.. please don’t come in.

We’re not being rude. We’re protecting you, us, and everyone who walks through these doors.

Here’s the thing massage isn’t rest when you’re sick.
It moves lymph.
It pushes toxins.
It sends everything your immune system’s fighting into overdrive.
Which means that post-massage “ugh” you feel?
It’s gonna hit way harder…

And when you push through it, we all pay for it because sickness spreads fast in this line of work.
Your therapist can’t heal others if we’re down too.

So if you’re not feeling your best, reschedule.
We’ll get you back on the table when your body’s ready to heal with us.. not against us.

Because K&A is a space for recovery, not reinfection. 💆‍♀️💚

10/09/2025

Balance, baby. It’s called balance. 😌🎶

10/09/2025

Looks like everyone at K&A spent some time summoning the energy forces that be this morning. 🤣🫠🤣

We gotta do what we gotta do to get ya feeling better!!