Values & Mission
The Best Massage Therapy, LLC is a space for openness, acceptance, connection, and learning. To treat the body’s soft tissues and soothe the nervous system, we offer massage therapy at a private, non-clinical studio in Ashland, Virginia.
Anna Best is a licensed massage therapist. As an LMT, Anna’s mission is to help people connect with their bodies and heal, so they can show up as their best selves in the world. Anna is a practicing Quaker. She strives to let her life speak and her actions demonstrate the testimonies of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equity, and stewardship.
This business will reflect Anna Best’s values.
Simplicity:
Clean, no excess. Easy to access and use again and again.
Peace:
When you’re here, you’re at ease. Expectations and boundaries are clear. Respect is the bedrock. When conflict arises, love is the first response.
Integrity:
Integrity is where truth meets kindness. I will speak the truth as I know it, as kindly as I can. I expect the same of my clients.
Community:
We are stronger and more resilient when we support one another. I cultivate connections with fellow LMTs. We share resources, education, and mutual supervision.
Equity:
All souls have equal value. Historically, some have experienced more injustice than others. I treat everyone fairly; this does not mean I treat everyone the same. Some people need more than others because of their lived experience or that of their ancestors. Stewardship: It is my responsibility to protect the earth and the beings that live here, and to actively work to regenerate that which I consume and destroy.
Inclusion:
We strive to make our practice a safe space for you. We welcome the LGBTQIA+ and TGNC communities, folks of all races, religions, immigrants, political parties, any who feel marginalized, and any who may feel vulnerable. We work to be a safe, listening, curious, non-judgmental, and affirming place for all. We welcome any feedback about how to make you feel more comfortable.
Knowledge:
Expanding and deepening knowledge is what gets me out of bed in the morning. I crave learning about massage therapy, anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, and wellness, and will prioritize continuing education.
Quality:
Clients deserve excellent service. I strive to grow my skills and deliver a quality service, every time. When I fall short, I commit to learning from the experience and doing it differently in the future.
