About Tina

Wellness Expert Cultivating Mind-Body-Spirit Health in St. Petersburg

Hello, I’m Tina Tongen, licensed massage therapist (LMT #MA97820) with an Associate Degree of Occupational Studies in Massage Therapy (AOS), a Master Practitioner in Phenomenal Touch Massage (MPPTM), and Certified Yoga Teacher (CYT). I love to help people reclaim the joy of being in a happy and healthy body. Through expert massage therapy, guided movement and attention, I work with your nervous system to let go of chronic holding patterns, relieve mental and physical stress. It’s my honor to offer a supportive environment; dedicated space and time for your mind, body, and spirit to harmonize and cultivate holistic well-being.

I’m particularly skilled at treating neck and shoulder pain while helping you to Breathe Well for Your Health so you can relax, feel awesome, and enjoy the things that matter to you!

I Especially Love Supporting Women

I especially love supporting women in times of change and transition. As we face new challenges and opportunities, both personally and professionally, we also experience changes in our bodies and minds. I understand the unique needs of women going through transformation, and my approach is designed to help women navigate the stages of life with grace and vitality. If you’re a woman looking for a holistic approach to healing and well-being, I can help you achieve your goals.

Transformative Mind-Body Services:

• 60-minute, 90-minute, and 2-hour sessions of Tongen Touch™ Integrative Massage Therapy

• 3-hour Mini-Retreats for profound relaxation and rejuvenation

• 60-minute Discovery Session, followed by an immersive journey comprising six 90-minute sessions of Tongen Touch™ Embodied Wellness Coaching

Life is so much better when you feel at home in your body. Let’s explore the path to holistic well-being to experience the joy of everyday life. Connect with me for a unique journey toward heart-mind-body health.

Credentials and Experience:

• 1000-hr Massage Therapy Certification from the Boulder College of Massage Therapy

• 500-hr Associate Degree in Occupational Studies (AOS) from BCMT

• 200-hr Certified Yoga Teacher (CYT) and 7-month residence at the ShambhavAnanda Yoga™ Ashram

• 600-hr Master Practitioner in Phenomenal Touch Massage (MPPTM)

• 30 years practicing Hatha Yoga

• 15+ years of experience offering massage therapy, yoga, and other wellness modalities

• 15+ years of experience with embodied meditation as a practitioner and coach

• Authentic Relating training with ART International

• Nonviolent Communication training with the Rocky Mountain Center for Compassionate Communication

• 3-Day Immersion in Conscious Dying Support with the Conscious Dying Institute

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What is Tongen Touch™?

Tongen Touch™ is my holistic approach to healing and well-being that combines massage therapy with yoga, breath awareness, and other modalities. I created Tongen Touch™ after years of experience working with clients from all walks of life. I found that a holistic mind-body approach was the most effective way to help my clients achieve their wellness goals. I help my clients to reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep quality, boost energy levels, relieve pain and tension, and experience self-love and connection.

I’m truly grateful to be able to help people return home to their bodies and relieve pain as I provide a listening ear, compassionate hands + heart, and a skillful mind that works in service to healing!

Devotion to Listening Makes My Life a Pilgrimage…

I learn so much when I listen! I love the process of healing that happens when I listen in service to reconnecting heart + mind + body.

I moved to Colorado in 2008 to live in a yoga ashram for 7 months, where I learned the value of working within community, singing, and meditating everyday. Ayurvedic health practices were my introduction to working with people 1-1 and I was hooked! I earned my 200-hr Yoga Teacher Certification at the Shambhava School of Yoga.

I officially moved to Boulder to study at the Boulder College of Massage Therapy for 2 years, where I earned my 1000-hr Certification in Massage Therapy and 500-hr Associate Degree in Occupational Studies. Manual Therapy and Integrative Massage Sessions are based on this work.

After studying Orthopedic Massage, I entered a community intent on healing not just the body, but the spirit. I studied with the Institute for Phenomenal Touch for 4 years, earning a Master Practitioner Certification in Phenomenal Touch Massage. Within this community I was blessed to experience the kind of compassion that is truly rare, and I’m a *much* happier person for it! The Ocean Session is inspired by this work.

I’m incredibly grateful also to the Ridhwan School in Boulder, where I practiced The Diamond Approach for 6 years. The capacity to slow down and sense the present moment allows me to provide space for your mind-body-spirit integration. All of my sessions are deepened by this work.

Since 2016, I’ve been in deep relationship with a partner, and in 2021 I returned home to Florida to reunite with my birth family. Authentic Relating and Nonviolent Communication has been invaluable!

Tongen Touch™ is a blend of all of these and more, from my studies over the past 30 years.

Being in community with massage therapists, yoga practitioners, acupuncturists, talk therapists, movement and meditation teachers allows me to experience the real joy of connecting within responsive environments where we practice being present with ourselves and others, and I’m so grateful for this life.

💜 Embodied Blessings, Tina

Tina Tongen is a wellness expert in St Petersburg, Florida.

-> Are you experiencing chronic pain and wonder if it’s from patterns of habitual strain?

-> Do you want simple tools to relax, let go of stress, and feel awesome in your body?

I’d love to welcome you as a new client.

Tongen Touch™ Massage Therapy and Embodied Wellness Coaching helps to unwind patterns of strain so you feel your best.

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Neil Sargisian

22:14 28 Oct 22

Tina's an amazing massage therapist - by far the best I've ever experienced. I feel amazing after each session with her. For years, I've endured chronic back pain due to an old injury and I've seen many specialists throughout the U.S. but none of them have been able to help me like Tina has. Thanks to Tina, the quality of my life has improved greatly! I notice long term progress and improvement with each visit. If you're looking for highly specialized pain management therapist in Tallahassee,... FL, I strongly recommended setting up an appointment today with Tina from Tongen Touch massage. You'll be glad you did!read more

Hannah Monroe

14:10 29 Sep 22

I have been seeing Tina for prenatal massage therapy and would highly recommend her. Tina is a wonderful and professional masseuse who takes the time to provide personalized care. She is very attentive to her clients’ specific concerns and receptive to feedback. She creates a serene environment that allows for total relaxation. Thank you, Tina!

Thea Delaney

01:36 17 Sep 22

My husband recommended Tina for my pregnancy pain. I was not sure if It was going to help being this far along ( 8 months) but I left with zero pain in my body. She is very calm and tries to make sure she spends time on exactly what you need and want.

Jay Kesten

20:00 05 Jun 22

Tina is amazing!! Her technical skills are off the chart. She is unbelievable at relieving muscular tension and soreness. But perhaps more importantly, she is profoundly intuitive. She observes how your body reacts to each movement, and then focuses in on areas that you might not even have known were a problem. I regained a range of motion in my neck and back that I had not even realized that I had lost. And throughout, her approach is very spiritual and empathetic. I walk out feeling better... about myself each time!read more

Cynthia Myers

22:02 26 Apr 22

Great massage and experience! It was obvious Tina understood what my body needed, mentally and physically. She gave me awesome advice to help relieve some of my tension and used her magic to help relieve it herself. I feel so refreshed and already can tell I am feeling more positive and relaxed. It’s amazing what pain and tension relief can do:) Thanks Tina!

Pamela Moyer

14:58 31 Mar 22

Tina’s attention to your holistic needs is unmatched. She uses her skills, intuition, and guidance to give you the best possible experience and outcome. It is so much more than a massage - it’s a whole mind-body experience!

Shirley O'Rear

19:59 19 Jan 22

Tina is very knowledgeable & professional. My neck pain greatly decreased after one session. If you sit in front of a computer all day, I recommend you see Tina for neck & back pain relief.

Heather Bennett

23:06 22 Dec 21

Tina was wonderful to work with. Very professional and knowledgeable. She even followed up with me to see how I was doing afterwards. I’ll definitely be booking another appointment with her.

Justin Roberson

01:55 16 Dec 21

I really can’t say enough how impressed I am with Tina. I purchased the 5 90 min massage plan after my first visit. This is not a regular massage. It is an experience. Tina really knows the human body and how to get the most out of your time with her. I would encourage anyone looking for a real stress reliever to give her a try. You will not regret it!

Tasha Peterson

03:24 05 Dec 21

I am so happy that Tina moved back to Tallahassee. She has so much knowledge & passion for massage therapy! Her many years of experience and continued love to learn is evident through her healing touch. I have neck, back & hip pain that have been aggravating me for years. She showed me stretches that have been helpful for in between sessions & after a wonderful 90 minutes session, I left feeling so much better. The immediate pain & stress relief helped me leave feeling relax, yet energized.

nichole crosson

23:36 30 Nov 21

Tina is a therapist unlike other that I’ve experienced. She used many modalities all in one appt so it was very comprehensive. There was some traditional “rubbing” like you get in a typical massage but she also moved my body in different ways like swiveling my neck around, and she also got onto the massage table and used her knees and feet on my legs and glutes. She was able to change pressures easily based on what I asked for. It was great. Thanks Tina!

Brooke peterson

03:02 30 Nov 21

This was my first therapy session and it was a wonderful first experience for me. Tina made me feel comfortable, she took time before the session to explain how it works and what to expect. She has a very calming voice and her massaging technique is very good. She was able to sooth out the tight muscles in my back and it relieved a lot of the stress I had. Tina was a great massage therapist and Im happy I chose her for when getting my first massage 😊

Haley Berkowitz

02:42 30 Nov 21

Tina is great! The massage I got was so amazing and I felt super relaxed after. Not only was the stress relief great, but she did awesome at soothing my tight muscles. I didn’t know how much I needed a massage until I was laying on that table. If you’re in the Tallahassee area looking for a masseuse, Tina is the person to go to!!

Massage Therapy + Yoga | Coaching for Embodied Wellness

Wellness Expert Cultivating Mind-Body-Spirit Health in St. Petersburg

I Especially Love Supporting Women

Transformative Mind-Body Services:

Credentials and Experience:

What is Tongen Touch™?

Devotion to Listening Makes My Life a Pilgrimage…

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Florida: St Pete Massage

Colorado: Denver Massage

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