About Us

Sarah Martyn, LMT, RYT-500

Sarah is the owner of Exhale, and is a PA licensed massage therapist, level 1 Reiki practitioner, and classical yoga teacher.

She graduated from the PA School of Muscle Therapy in 2009 (now Cortiva), and since then has worked in a variety of settings ranging from medical-based to high-end spa. This has helped to cultivate her niche of bringing together clinical work with profoundly relaxing techniques. Many clients appreciate the deeply nurturing energy that flows into each and every session. You may see some of her additional training reflected in the various specialty services that she offers (such as table thai and hot stone), as well as in her specific skill set in detailed neck work and headache/migraine management.

She has been practicing yoga since 2005. She obtained her 200-hour certification in 2011, and completed her 500-hour certification through the Himalayan Institute in 2023. She considers herself very blessed to have been taught by such incredible teachers, some of whom are part of an unbroken lineage of teachers that dates back thousands of years.

Her words about her style of practice: As with many things in my life, I let my bodywork and yoga flow in the "middle way". In a world where many spend so much time pushing, forcing, living in the "no pain, no gain" mentality, I instead choose to cultivate a practice and life where I pour, flow, and breathe. For bodywork sessions, we will work with your body instead of against it, encouraging release through both specific technique and deep relaxation. If we are meeting for a yoga session, we will create a practice that meets you exactly and uniquely where you are. I look forward to the chance to serve you.

*You may schedule with Sarah for Therapeutic, Prenatal, Facial massage, Ayurvedic, Cupping, Hot Stone, Table Thai Fusion, Reiki, Trauma informed custom sessions, and private yoga.

Dana Marchetti, LMT

Dana graduated from the National Massage Therapy Institute in 2006. Since then, she has practiced full time in a clinical setting, refining skills that are geared towards rehabilitation and pain management. She is highly experienced in treating musculoskeletal pathologies such as muscle tension from postural issues and repetitive use injuries, osteo and rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, tendonitis, and many more. Dana continues to further her education and expand her knowledge, and she specializes in Swedish massage, myofascial release, trigger point and neuromuscular therapy and Instrument Assisted Fascial Mobilization. Dana prides herself on communication and adaptability and utilizes multiple modalities to develop a customized experience for each client.

*You may schedule with Dana for Therapeutic, IASTM, and Cupping massages. With her background in chiropractic and pain management settings, she has a clinical eye and is skilled at working with a variety of pathologies, combined with deeply relaxing techniques.

Lynn Owens, LMT

Lynn has been an LMT since 2010, after graduating from Cortiva Institute. She was initially introduced to the importance of health and wellness while working for one of the nation’s leaders in the health insurance industry. Under high levels of stress in corporate America, Lynn found relief through regular massage treatments, Yoga and meditation. When her corporate path changed direction, she decided to put her time and energy into these practices on a professional level. Her years of experience and continuing education enhance her understanding, respect and belief in the power of touch. She is committed to assisting clients in achieving overall health and wellness. She specializes in stress management, anxiety and depression reduction, deep relaxation techniques, and cancer treatment support. As a cancer survivor herself, Lynn experiences a deep connection with and compassion for the cancer patients she treats. No matter what health or wellness challenges you are facing, Lynn’s skilled hands and individualized treatments can help. Come experience her infectious enthusiasm, warm smile, and healing touch.

*You may schedule with Lynn for Therapeutic and Prenatal massages. Lynn is skilled at delivering a variety of depth and intensity, and will surprise you with her deep pressure/deep tissue techniques when requested (!), while at the same time nurturing you with her "loving aunt" energy.

Colleen McLaughlin, RN, LMT

Colleen is a 1996 graduate of the PA School of Muscle Therapy (now Cortiva). Over her 25+ year career, she has worked in many different environments from chiropractic and rehabilitation to relaxing spa settings. In addition to her massage therapy career, she has also worked as an RN with midwives, providing labor and delivery support, postpartum care as well as pediatric primary care. Her time as an RN lends toward her love of working with women in the perinatal period by providing pre and postnatal bodywork. Colleen tailors sessions to the needs of the client by addressing the root cause of discomfort or dysregulation. She utilizes therapeutic massage techniques in varying pressures, and is trained in John Barnes Myofascial Release and Upledger Craniosacral Therapy. Past clients have described her as highly skilled, intuitive and kind.

*You may schedule with Colleen for Therapeutic, Prenatal, Hot Stone and Craniosacral. Her approach is nurturing yet firm, with an intuitive touch that can be as light as craniosacral or as deep as "wow!".

Allison Zane, LMT

Allison graduated from the PA School of Muscle Therapy in 2003 (now Cortiva). She spent years working at two of Philadelphia's most elite/upscale hotel spas before spending several years in private practice in the city. In her massages, she implements various modalities like Swedish, Deep Tissue, Thai, trigger point, neuromuscular, and Myofascial release, with detailed work on problematic areas using active and passive stretches to help the body function more efficiently. Her massage is customized to each client’s needs and preferences to relax the body and mind. Before becoming an LMT, Allison attended the Art Institute of Philadelphia for photography. An artist at heart, she now considers massage therapy to be her medium and enjoys creating customized sequences for each unique client.

*You may schedule with Allison for Therapeutic, Prenatal, Table Thai and Hot Stone. Her style, while adaptable to each client, veers toward active, no-nonsense work with lots of range of motion and stretches woven in, all of which will leave you feeling like a ragdoll on cloud nine*

Vashni Nilon, L.Ac.

Vashni is a licensed acupuncturist with a love of both Eastern and Western medicine. She believes in the power of movement and lifestyle for longevity and encourages people to be active in any way they can. She enjoys yoga, crossfit, pole,circus and any other age inappropriate exercise you can think of.

Vashni treats all manner of conditions including infertility (both male and female), chronic pain, depression, anxiety, athletic injury and recovery, trauma (mental and physical). She uses needles, cupping, moxibustion and electrostim.

Vashni has a Masters Degree in Acupuncture from the Won Institite of Graduate Studies and a B.A from Villanova University. She has been a licensed Acupuncturist since 2013.

Sara Burns, CYT

Sara is a certified yoga instructor and Level 2 Reiki practitioner. She recieved her Reiki trainings in 2017/2018, and graduated Hummingbird Yoga 200 hour teacher training in 2018. She fell in love with the practice and teachings of restorative, yin and gentle yoga, and in 2023, Sara participated in a total of 52 additional hours of specialized yin yoga teacher trainings. This style and the healing potential within remains her passion. Sara also teaches chair yoga in senior living settings. As a homemade soap, soy candle and body product maker with Kiss My Soul, Sara also runs hands-on "maker class" workshops.

Jim Martyn, Office Manager

Meet the front desk face of Exhale! Most mornings, you will find Jim at our front desk to assist you in checking in and out. He also serves as our behind-the-scenes guy, taking care of making sure that the office runs smoothly, as well as being in charge of administrative work. After decades of working in mental health and with the special needs/autistic community, he brings his patience, kindness and skill set to this new role. If you need anything at all, from a cup of tea to assistance with scheduling and all in between, don't hesitate to ask.

Thank you!