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Licensed Massage Therapist at Exhale Skin Studio in Newport News, VA
Meet Quellicia “Li”
With six years of experience as a Licensed Massage Therapist, Li approaches massage with one thing in mind: no two bodies need exactly the same thing.
Rather than relying on one set routine, she thoughtfully blends different therapeutic techniques to create a session around how your body feels, where you’re holding tension, and what you want from your time on the table.
Whether that means focused relief, deep relaxation, prenatal support, recovery, or a combination of several things, Li creates an experience that is completely your own.
Rest. Relief. A Little Room to Breathe.
You may walk in needing relaxation but also have a lower back that has been bothering you all week.
You may want firmer pressure through your hips but something slower and gentler everywhere else.
You may be physically tired, mentally overloaded, or simply unsure what kind of massage you actually need.
That’s where Li’s approach comes in.
Instead of making your body fit one specific massage style, she draws from different techniques and therapeutic modalities throughout the session to create the right balance of relief, relaxation, and restoration.
The goal isn’t to give you the same massage as the person before you.
It’s to give you the massage your body needs today.
Quellicia “Li” Josey
Licensed Massage Therapist
6 Years of Experience
One Session. Multiple Techniques. Completely Your Own.
Customized Bodywork
Is at the Heart of Li’s Approach
What sets Li apart is her ability to seamlessly blend different forms of bodywork within a single appointment.
Massage doesn’t always have to be strictly Relaxation, Deep Tissue, or Sports Massage from beginning to end.
Your body may need elements of several.
Li listens to what you tell her, pays attention to how your body responds, and adjusts the session as she goes. Depending on your needs, that may include different levels of pressure, focused attention to certain areas, slower restorative techniques, or the addition of complementary modalities.
It’s a more intuitive and individualized approach to massage.
Because your body doesn’t follow a template.
Your massage shouldn’t either.
"I had the most amazing massage experience with Li. I had been looking for a massage therapist for a while that wowed me enough to not go anywhere else. Well, I found her! Thank you Li!"
Allison
Customized Bodywork Is at the Heart of Li’s Approach
What sets Li apart is her ability to seamlessly blend different forms of bodywork within a single appointment.
Massage doesn’t always have to be strictly Relaxation, Deep Tissue, or Sports Massage from beginning to end.
Your body may need elements of several.
Li listens to what you tell her, pays attention to how your body responds, and adjusts the session as she goes. Depending on your needs, that may include different levels of pressure, focused attention to certain areas, slower restorative techniques, or the addition of complementary modalities.
It’s a more intuitive and individualized approach to massage.
Because your body doesn’t follow a template.
Your massage shouldn’t either.
What Clients Often Come to Li For
Many clients book with Li because they need to relax, but they also have areas that could use more attention.
The lower back and hips are especially common.
That may mean beginning with a calming full-body massage while spending additional time working through areas of persistent tension. It might mean using firmer pressure in one area and a gentler approach somewhere else.
Li doesn’t believe you should have to choose between a massage that feels good and one that feels purposeful.
There can be room for both.
"I didn't want to leave! Came in feeling not so great and left feeling fabulous!"
CBD Recovery Massage
The CBD Recovery Massage combines customized massage therapy with topical CBD products for a more recovery-focused experience, making it a great option when your body feels tired, overworked, or in need of extra attention.
One of the reasons Li enjoys incorporating CBD is that the experience doesn’t necessarily feel like it ends the moment you get off the table. Many clients appreciate the lingering sense of comfort and recovery that can continue after the massage itself is over.
As with every session Li provides, the massage is still completely personalized. She can adjust the pressure, techniques, and areas of focus around what your body needs while incorporating CBD as part of the overall experience.
Prenatal Massage Holds a Special Place for Li
Care for a Body That’s Constantly Changing.
Of all the services Li provides, Prenatal Massage is one of the most meaningful to her.
She loves helping expecting clients find relief from the specific aches, tension, and physical changes that can come with pregnancy.
Every prenatal session is adjusted around the individual client, including positioning, pressure, areas of focus, and overall comfort.
For Li, there is something especially rewarding about giving someone who is carrying so much an hour where they can simply receive care.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage With Li
A Gentler Approach With a Different Purpose.
Li also offers Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage, commonly known as MLD.
Unlike Deep Tissue or Sports Massage, MLD uses very light, slow, rhythmic movements designed to support the body's natural lymphatic movement.
The experience is intentionally gentle and can be a good fit for clients looking for a restorative wellness treatment or support with temporary feelings of puffiness, heaviness, or fluid retention.
Important to Know
Manual Lymphatic Drainage at Exhale Skin Studio is offered for general wellness purposes only.
Li does not provide medical or post-operative lymphatic drainage.
Clients recovering from cosmetic or medical surgery should work with a provider who specifically specializes in post-surgical lymphatic care and follow the recommendations of their medical team.
You Should Book With Li If...
You’re Overdue for Self-Care...
Maybe your lower back and hips have been bothering you.
Maybe you’re pregnant and your body is asking for more support.
Maybe you’ve been training hard.
Maybe you’ve been stressed for so long that tension just feels normal now.
Or maybe you don’t have a specific problem at all.
You simply know it has been too long since you made time for yourself.
The Heart Behind the Massage
Li’s thoughtful approach to massage is really an extension of who she is: warm, attentive, grounded, and genuinely focused on making people feel comfortable and cared for.
The people who know her best describe her as:
Gracious
She has a naturally warm way of making people feel welcomed, comfortable, and cared for.
Attentive
Li notices the little things. She listens closely, pays attention, and genuinely wants people to feel heard.
Always Good for a Laugh
Massage may be about rest and recovery, but Li doesn’t believe the experience has to feel overly serious. A little humor goes a long way.
Big on Self-Care
Li believes taking care of yourself shouldn’t be something you only do when you’ve completely run yourself down. Sometimes you simply need permission to make yourself a priority.
Ready to Meet Li?
Your Massage Should Feel Like It Was Made for You.
Whether you’re looking for deep relaxation, focused relief, prenatal support, recovery, or simply time to slow down, Li creates each session around what your body needs that day.
With a personalized approach and the ability to blend multiple therapeutic techniques, every appointment is designed to feel thoughtful, comfortable, and completely your own.
Ready to make a little room for yourself?
Massage Therapy With Li in Newport News, VA
Quellicia “Li” Josey is a Licensed Massage Therapist at Exhale Skin Studio in Newport News, Virginia, offering customized massage therapy and bodywork for clients seeking relaxation, relief from everyday muscle tension, prenatal support, recovery, and general wellness.
Li offers Relaxation Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Sports Massage, Prenatal Massage, CBD Recovery Massage, and Manual Lymphatic Drainage, along with enhancements such as hot stones, cupping, aromatherapy, CBD, and dry brushing.
Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, Li blends massage techniques and therapeutic modalities based on the individual needs of each client, creating a bodywork experience designed around how you feel, what your body needs, and what you want from your appointment.