10/04/2025
🙏Meet the Passion Behind Echoasis🙏
It’s been incredible to watch Echoasis grow into the peaceful, healing space it is today in such a short period.
What began as a vision has truly come to life through the dedication, compassion, and care of the amazing people who now make up Echoasis.
Lindsay and Heather have each brought their own heart, skill, and steady presence—helping shape Echoasis into the sanctuary our clients know and love.
Now, we’re excited to welcome the newest addition to our Echoasis crew, who brings those same values and healing energy all her own.
Ema Ruppert
Originally from Sullivan, Illinois, Ema brings a compassionate and intuitive touch to the Echoasis experience. Her training in massage therapy and Reiki I & II in St. Louis, Missouri, combined with her certification as a Hatha Yoga instructor in Koh Phangan, Thailand, gives her a deeply holistic understanding of mind-body healing.
Ema specializes in Swedish, deep tissue, oncology, and prenatal massage, blending technique with genuine care to create a calm and nurturing environment for every client. Having personally overcome struggles with chronic migraines, she carries a profound empathy for those seeking relief and renewal.
At Echoasis, Ema’s peaceful energy and thoughtful approach help clients release tension, find balance, and reconnect with their own sense of well-being.
Ema is available to book several days a week for several modalities starting Oct 12th, now booking!
Heather Sumption
A longtime Tuscola resident originally from Newman, Heather radiates the kind of warmth and care that instantly makes you feel at home. Her magnetic personality and genuine compassion create a comforting, familiar presence—like a favorite relative who always knows how to make things better.
At Echoasis, Heather’s nurturing energy shines as she helps guests unwind and feel truly cared for. With an intuitive understanding of each person’s needs, she skillfully selects and guides Vibroacoustic Therapy sessions that bring balance, relaxation, and renewal.
Heather embodies the heart of the Echoasis experience—welcoming, grounding, and deeply restorative—making every visit feel like a return to peace.
Heather facilitates sessions on Tuesday, Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings.
Lindsay Carpenter
Born and raised in Gibson City, Lindsay brings both skill and heart to the Echoasis crew. A graduate of the Parkland College Massage Therapy Program, where she earned her associate degree in 2019, Lindsay has dedicated her practice to helping others find genuine relief and deep relaxation through the art of massage therapy.
As a devoted wife and mother of three, she understands the importance of balance, care, and renewal—values she carries into every session. At Echoasis, Lindsay combines her expertise in massage with the soothing frequencies of Vibroacoustic Therapy, using a specially designed massage table equipped with tactile transducers. This innovative blend of touch and sound offers a uniquely restorative experience that promotes calm, healing, and overall well-being.
Her warmth, attentiveness, and gentle energy embody the heart of Echoasis, where every session is a step toward harmony and wholeness.
Lindsay has gained following here for good reason, you can experience the touch of healing that she brings
Jim Means
Founder of Echoasis, Jim Means is driven by a simple but powerful purpose—to help others find peace, healing, and connection. A lifelong creative and community, Jim has poured his passion for wellness, music, and innovation into creating a space where people can truly relax, restore, and rediscover themselves.
Through Echoasis, Jim brings together modern vibroacoustic technology, sound frequency therapy, and a holistic approach to well-being. His vision is rooted in compassion—offering everyone who walks through the door an opportunity to let go of stress, experience calm, and begin their own journey toward balance and renewal.
Jim’s heart for helping others shines through his community involvement, creative projects, and efforts to make wellness more accessible to all. His belief is simple: when people feel good, they can do good—and that’s what Echoasis is all about.
