Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Paulina Rangel. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Paulina , appreciate you joining us today. Can you talk to us about a risk you’ve taken – walk us through the story?

Setting foot on the path to becoming a massage therapist wasn’t a choice I initially envisioned for myself, yet every decision I made ultimately let me there. For years, I was stuck in a stable yet unsatisfying corporate role, where financial stability overshadowed any sense of personal fulfillment. Nevertheless, a deep yearning to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives remained within me. Taking the leap into a new career raised more than a few eyebrows, but it was a radical step I felt compelled to take.

The words of my late grandma always stayed with me. She believed that I was meant to make a difference in people’s lives and urged me to stay true to my origins, always with a warm smile on her face. It took me two years after finishing school to gather the courage to embark on my path as a massage therapist. This journey has been incredibly fulfilling and continues to fill me with passion. Witnessing the positive transformations in my clients’ lives is truly heartwarming.

Accepting the label of “healer” that clients often give me took many years. Now, I embrace it, fully aware that I am a catalyst for others to perform their own healing. I am grateful for their trust in me, and I value the personal and professional growth from this experience.

I believe we all possess the innate ability to be healthy and strong. Unfortunately, our culture often fails to educate us on how our bodies function to support us. We are conditioned to distrust our brilliant mind-body message system, which we can always count on to guide us.

Paulina , love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?

Hi, I am Paulina. I am an intuitive licensed massage therapist dedicated to helping people live with less pain and distress through hands-on therapeutic massage.

I was born in a small town in Celaya, Gto Mexico, and moved to Atlanta when I was young. My childhood in Mexico was filled with beautiful experiences that set the core foundations of who I am today. After moving to Atlanta, I continued my education and completed my bachelor’s in business administration in Sports Management at Life University. While experiencing Life, I eventually felt guided to work with people, which led me to the Atlanta School of Massage. There, I earned my foundational certifications, which led me to create Ignite Massage + Bodywork to share my innate passion and purpose for holistic healing with the community. This education has been instrumental in shaping my career and passion for helping others through the art of massage therapy.

From a young age, I was strongly motivated towards holistic care; my abuela Trinidad had always had a homemade balm for any aches, hot tea, or oil fusion to massage. She loved essential oils and plants. Being around her and learning the essentials things in life left me with a profound inclination to serve people.

My passion for therapeutic massage is centered on using intuitive modalities and techniques to help individuals reconnect with their authentic selves. Through this journey, I discovered the profound impact of sound & energy work, which sparked a curiosity about looking within to find inner strength and achieve balance in the mind, body, and soul. Early in my career, I was fortunate to learn from several deeply insightful teachers. They showed me how various forms of touch therapies extend beyond the physical body, reaching into all the layers and aspects of our being.

I recently established Ignite Massage + Bodywork, LLC. When I graduated from the Atlanta School of Massage in 2018, I hadn’t planned on starting my practice. However, in 2023, an unexpected opportunity arose, prompting me to take the leap of faith. Before this, I spent years renting rooms in chiropractic offices, which helped me build a loyal clientele along the way.

Ignite Massage + Bodywork is a space of Love + Healing, welcoming you as you are. I invite you to experience connection and healing in a comfortable, sacred space, reigniting your light within.

My Specialization: | Specialize in providing massage therapy for individuals experiencing stress, muscle tension, headaches, back pain, neck pain, and burnout.

My Approach: My therapeutic approach is compassionate and humanistic, emphasizing mindfulness, self-care, and addressing musculoskeletal issues to help alleviate pain. I may utilize various modalities, techniques, or approaches to achieve specific goals.

Services Offered: I offer personalized therapeutic massages, including techniques such as Craniosacral therapy, cupping, hot stone massage, sound bowl healing, energy work, TMJ therapy, trigger point therapy, and chair massage events.
Massage Benefits: Improve your sleep, enhance your mobility, prevent injuries, reduce stress and pain, and improve your overall wellness.

My commitment to you: I am dedicated to my profession and look for ways to provide various services to fit your needs. I will meet you where you are and listen to the story of your body and the goals you seek for each session. This isn’t your typical massage studio. This is a space of Love + Healing. I hope to see you at my table soon.

Payment Information: Cash-based practice; we are not affiliated with insurance because we want autonomy in serving our community.

Location: 1341 Canton Rd, Suite C, Marietta, GA 30066.

We are 10 minutes away from Marietta Square. My office is the first door on the left when you enter the 1341 building. The bathroom is located down the hall.

Can you tell us about what’s worked well for you in terms of growing your clientele?

I am truly grateful for the incredible support my business has received over the past few years, largely due to the power of word of mouth. Renting rooms in chiropractic offices for many years allowed me to connect with a wonderful group of loyal clients. Their trust and support have been the driving force behind the success of my practice. I am deeply thankful for each and every one of them. To my patients and future clients, I want to express my unwavering commitment to providing the best possible care and to continuously expanding my knowledge to better serve you.

Are there any books, videos or other content that you feel have meaningfully impacted your thinking?

Becoming Supernatural- Joe Dispenza

The Four Agreements- Miguel Ruiz

The Body Keeps the Score

Letting Go- David R. Hawkins

Anatomy of the Spirit – Caroline Myss

Wild Feminine- Tami Lynn Kent

Contact Info:

• Website: www.ignitemassagebodywork.com
• Instagram: instagram.com/ignite_massage_bodywork
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089219087597&mibextid=LQQJ4d

Image Credits
Morgan Minor