Established in 2000, the modest practice of one therapist has evolved into a source of healing for thousands of patients. We have several therapists on staff that serve our clients Monday through Saturday.
All therapists at Back to Basics Massage Therapy, Inc. are licensed by the Ohio State Medical Board. Through years of extensive continuing education seminars, they have developed specialized skills in various services of therapeutic massage.
All therapists at Back to Basics Massage Therapy, Inc. are licensed by the Ohio State Medical Board. Through years of extensive continuing education seminars, they have developed specialized skills in various services of therapeutic massage.
Our Therapists
Owner, Kimberlee Kristof (currently not accepting new clients), is a 2000 graduate of Northwest Academy of Massotherapy, Inc. Her honed skills and experience throughout her career have produced remarkable results and have birthed what has been trademarked as IPDT. Interactive Postural Distortion Therapy is therapy done “with you, not just to you”. IPDT addresses the whole body and how your life practices have “wound you up” creating a torque on muscles and tendons, ligaments, nerves, organs and bones thus producing postural distortion and discomfort. Together we unwind you with a combination of different manual therapies, breathing, and interactive releases to produce a more comfortable “balance” to your body. This therapy also involves educating you on what to do at home until your next in office session.
Her extensive training from the St. John Neuromuscular Therapy Seminar group is in the following areas: therapeutic massage for cervical injuries, postural analysis, pelvic stabilization techniques, pain relief mechanisms for the shoulder, upper torso, low back, spinal column and extremities, cervical stabilization and atlas-axis mobilization, neuromuscular components of cranial decompression and scoliosis, and pain relief techniques for TMJ dysfunction as well as neuromuscular therapies for the eyes, hands, and feet.
Other specialized training includes Massage Masters for Golf Injuries and Balance Therapies, Effective Examination and Treatment Techniques for the Foot and Ankle, and the Rossiter Method of Deep Tissues Pain Relief Techniques.
The most current seminars attended were Better Bodies/Better Brains, offered through the Institute for Natural Resources, and Integrated Neuromuscular Re-Education, Muscle Energy Therapy, and Positional Release Techniques. As well as the following: The Pharmacy in your Kitchen - Medical and Medicinal Foods, Dynamic Stretching - Link to Fitness, Athletic Performance, Injury Prevention, and Rehabilitation.
“We strive to be the best therapists providing the highest quality of therapeutic massage to honor and utilize the gifts we have been given”.
Her extensive training from the St. John Neuromuscular Therapy Seminar group is in the following areas: therapeutic massage for cervical injuries, postural analysis, pelvic stabilization techniques, pain relief mechanisms for the shoulder, upper torso, low back, spinal column and extremities, cervical stabilization and atlas-axis mobilization, neuromuscular components of cranial decompression and scoliosis, and pain relief techniques for TMJ dysfunction as well as neuromuscular therapies for the eyes, hands, and feet.
Other specialized training includes Massage Masters for Golf Injuries and Balance Therapies, Effective Examination and Treatment Techniques for the Foot and Ankle, and the Rossiter Method of Deep Tissues Pain Relief Techniques.
The most current seminars attended were Better Bodies/Better Brains, offered through the Institute for Natural Resources, and Integrated Neuromuscular Re-Education, Muscle Energy Therapy, and Positional Release Techniques. As well as the following: The Pharmacy in your Kitchen - Medical and Medicinal Foods, Dynamic Stretching - Link to Fitness, Athletic Performance, Injury Prevention, and Rehabilitation.
“We strive to be the best therapists providing the highest quality of therapeutic massage to honor and utilize the gifts we have been given”.
Leigh Beining completed her massage schooling at The Healing Arts Institute in Perrysburg, Ohio in 2004 after receiving her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Bowling Green State University in 2003. Recognizing the increasing need of pain relief and management, she has focused her training on various pain relief modalities including but not limited to Integrated Neuromuscular Re-Education Muscle Energy Therapy & Positional Release, Neuromuscular Therapy for Cervical Strain & Sprain, Neuromuscular Therapy for Low Back & Hip Pain, and St. John's Neuromuscular Therapy for Cervical Injuries, Postural Analysis, & Pelvic Stabilization. Leigh also completed training in CranioSacral Therapy and SomatoEmotional Release through the Upledger Institute and training from the
Academy of Wholistic Manual Medicine. Leigh also incorporates reflexology into her sessions after studying with
Branch Reflexology Institute.
Leigh is passionate about working with moms from conception to delivery. She is certified in Pre & Peri Natal Massage and Fertility Massage through the Claire Marie Miller Seminars as well as Mercier Therapy; pelvic visceral manipulation for a variety of women's health issues including c-section recovery and fertility. She also trained as a Labor and Postpartum Doula at the Center for the Childbearing Year. She continued her education in labor preparedness with the Spinning Babies seminar and the Body Ready Method to help facilitate better body balance to assist with baby’s position and optimize the use of birth positions for a more effective birth. She is a certified Active BRM birth Pro and a certified BRM teacher.
Leigh is licensed by the Ohio State Medical Board as well as nationally board certified. Board Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCTMB®) is the highest credential within the massage and bodywork profession. With her diverse experience, Leigh is excited to provide her clients with an integrated style of massage therapy and to help guide her clients utilizing massage as an integral part of their preventative and proactive wellness journey.
Academy of Wholistic Manual Medicine. Leigh also incorporates reflexology into her sessions after studying with
Branch Reflexology Institute.
Leigh is passionate about working with moms from conception to delivery. She is certified in Pre & Peri Natal Massage and Fertility Massage through the Claire Marie Miller Seminars as well as Mercier Therapy; pelvic visceral manipulation for a variety of women's health issues including c-section recovery and fertility. She also trained as a Labor and Postpartum Doula at the Center for the Childbearing Year. She continued her education in labor preparedness with the Spinning Babies seminar and the Body Ready Method to help facilitate better body balance to assist with baby’s position and optimize the use of birth positions for a more effective birth. She is a certified Active BRM birth Pro and a certified BRM teacher.
Leigh is licensed by the Ohio State Medical Board as well as nationally board certified. Board Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCTMB®) is the highest credential within the massage and bodywork profession. With her diverse experience, Leigh is excited to provide her clients with an integrated style of massage therapy and to help guide her clients utilizing massage as an integral part of their preventative and proactive wellness journey.
Leigh completed training in Craniosacral Therapy and Somato-Emotional Release through the Upledger Institute and training from the Academy of Wholistic Manual Medicine. Most recently, Leigh has been Board Certified nationally. Board Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCTMB®) is the highest credential within the massage and bodywork profession. Because of her diverse experience, Leigh is excited to provide her clients with an integrated style of massage therapy.
Lisa Morrissey completed her massage schooling at Owens Community College in Toledo, Ohio in 2008. Lisa received her Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology from Ithaca College in 1994. Lisa specializes in Myofascial Release JFB Approach. Lisa has completed MFR I, MFR II and Fascial-Pelvis Myofascial Release. Her continuing education classes include: Pharmacology and school of Nursing Sciences, The Integrated Neuromuscular Re-Education Muscle Energy Therapy & Positional Release Releasing the Rotator Cuff, Orthopedic Massage Techniques for Cervical Pain, Branch Reflexology, Pharmacy in your kitchen: medical and medicinal foods, and Myofascial Cupping. Lisa has training in Swedish, Deep Tissue, and relaxation pain relief therapy.
Dawn Perry completed her massage therapy training at the Orion Institute of Perrysburg, Ohio in 2016. She has taken continuing education courses in aromatherapy and massage therapy for osteoarthritis. She has also received specialized training in myofascial release for the upper and lower body, specific release methods for lower back pain, general soft tissue release, and Branch Reflexology. Dawn offers a therapeutic massage as well as Swedish massage with focus on advanced relaxation and pain relief.
Janelle Phillips completed her massage therapy education and training at Orion Institute of Perrysburg, Ohio in 2017. Since graduating she has continued her education through participating in seminars that include Lymph Massage for detoxification, Active Isolated Stretching and Strengthening, Myofascial Release, and Branch Reflexology. She has completed extensive training in Myofascial Release I, Myofascial Release II, and
Myofascial Unwinding. Janelle looks forward to continuing her growth in providing therapeutic, Myofasical Release.
Myofascial Unwinding. Janelle looks forward to continuing her growth in providing therapeutic, Myofasical Release.
Vicki Mangum completed her massage therapy training at Orion Institute of Perrysburg, Ohio in October 2020. Vicki has received her Oncology Certificate for Massage for People Living with Cancer and has training in Breast Cancer and Massage Therapy . She is excited to expand her knowledge and experience with cancer treatment through her volunteer efforts at the Toledo Victory Center. She has taken continued education courses for Active Isolated Stretching and Range of Movement for Rotator Cuff Injuries as well as Branch Reflexology. Vicki looks forward to continuing her growth in providing massages that bring relaxation and pain relief.
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Josh Waterfield has been a licensed massage therapist in the State of Ohio since 2020. A graduate of Orion Institute, Josh has acquired continuing education and certification in advanced modalities such as Precision Neuromuscular Therapy (trigger point therapy) and John Barnes’ Myofascial Release. Some of Josh's areas of focus include the cervical spine (neck and cranium), thoracic spine (abdominals, chest, and shoulder), and the pelvis (lower back, hip, and upper leg). Josh is committed to growth and presence while providing a relaxing therapeutic experience for mind, body, and soul.
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- Ciara Martin completed her massage therapy training at the Orion Institute of Healing Arts in Perrysburg, Ohio in 2021. After completing her schooling, Ciara acquired additional training in manual lymph drainage and Branch Reflexology. Ciara is anticipating her growth as a massage therapist as she continues her education. Ciara has a passion for people and looks forward to sharing her gift through therapeutic, Swedish massage.
Lindsey Melden completed her massage therapy training at the Orion Institute of Perrysburg, Ohio in 2025. She earned her Bachelor of Science from Bowling Green State University in 2008. Lindsey’s Swedish relaxation massage helps her clients find relief from pain and stress while improving circulation, boosting the immune system, and improving sleep quality. She is excited to gain valuable experience at Back to Basics and to continue her education in massage therapy techniques. Her goal is for her clients to leave their massage feeling deeply relaxed, and more in touch with their mind, body, and soul.
Tomasina Zwayer has been practicing massage therapy since 2018, after completing her formal training at Orion Institute. With a strong foundation in therapeutic techniques and a compassionate, intuitive approach, she has worked with clients of all ages and physical conditions, tailoring each session to support individual needs and long-term wellness goals. She is committed to creating a calm, welcoming environment where clients feel seen, heard, and cared for. Her work is grounded in the belief that massage therapy can be a powerful tool for healing—not just physically, but emotionally and mentally as well. She has a particular passion for supporting first responders and frontline professionals, offering focused care for those who dedicate themselves to helping others. Whether you're dealing with chronic pain, recovering from an injury navigating high levels of stress, or simply in need of restorative self-care, Tomasina provides a personalized, client-centered experience. She is currently expanding her expertise by pursuing advanced certifications in Sports Massage and Craniosacral Therapy, further enhancing the range of services she offers.
Wellness Center Staff
John Winlock is an experienced and versatile personal trainer. Ever since John entered into the fitness realm he has learned that there is more to the body than how it looks, but how it feels and performs throughout our day to day activities. He specializes in helping people get mobile and active again in their lives by returning the body back to correct postural balance and enhancing the mobility needed to function daily. He is a certified nutrition coach, and is working on obtaining other health and wellness certificates.
Jennifer Gilliland is a Registered Dietitian, Professional Clinical Counselor, and Diabetes Educator. She has been a dietitian and a counselor for over 30 years and brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. As a member of the Back to Basics team, she is available to meet with clients to give individualized nutrition counseling. She looks forward to helping clients feel their best, both physically and emotionally.
Office administrators
Niq Leo
Amy Montoya
Amy Montoya