Who We Are
Evolve Homewood is a Holistic Lifestyle Studio in Birmingham, Alabama.
We are on Crescent Ave, right off downtown Homewood, near Our Lady of Sorrows.
Our business began as a small, family owned massage studio focused on deep tissue and pain management. As we grow, we are excited to offer different healing modalities for our clientele, from Reiki to Health Coaching, with more on the way.
We are delighted to have the opportunity to offer something truly unique to our little city, and are excited about nurturing the already growing community of Alternative Health.
At Evolve we believe to be healthy and happy, one must combat ignorance and fear and embrace knowledge, faith and love.
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Call (205)855-9125 to book an appointment.
The Evolve Family
Valerie Chastain, LMT, NMT # 3612
Health Coach, Massage Therapist, Reiki Master Teacher
Valerie is a Certified Health Coach, IIN. She is focused on helping women lose weight, heal their guts, and get more energy with food and lifestyle choices. Valerie is also a state licensed massage therapist since 2011, with certification in Neuromuscular Therapy and certified Reiki Master Teacher. She specializes in Pain Management and loves helping clients with chronic neck pain. Valerie is also certified in Pregnancy Massage.
Valerie has a life-long passion for homeopathic medicine and Eastern Healing practices. Valerie and Michael have a two year old son, and two school-age girls between them. In her free time she tends organic gardens and has a vast working knowledge of herbology and nutrition.
Michael Disko, LMT, NMT # 3841
Massage Therapist, Reiki Master Teacher
Michael is a state licensed massage therapist since 2013 with certification in Neuromuscular Therapy and certified Reiki Master Teacher. He specializes in Pain Management and is skilled at using focused, precise pressure and stretching to relieve chronic pain in the neck and shoulders, or low back and hips.
Michael is a student of Eastern Medicine and Western Esoteric studies with a life-long meditation practice. When he isn’t at work, he is probably hanging out with Valerie, their son and two girls, or playing guitar or his djembe drum.
Ian Krusinski, LMT, NMT # 4265
Massage Therapist, Reiki Master Teacher
Ian is a state licensed massage therapist since 2015 with certification in Neuromuscular Therapy and certified Reiki Master Teacher. He specializes in Pain Management and utilizes unique kneading and stretching techniques to combat chronic pain issues, whether your neck, back, or hips are you concern.
Ian is an accomplished aromatherapist, and crystal aficionado. When he’s not in a therapy session he is likely working on a new landscaping project, gardening, or making some of his unique silver wire-wrap metaphysical jewelry.
Brittany Mangina, LMT, NMT # 5275
Massage Therapist
Brittany is a state licensed therapist with a certification in neuromuscular therapy. She has also completed her Reiki 1 Certification. Brittany has a passion for helping others and believes massage is essential for self care of the mind, body, and soul.
Brittany loves spending free time with her friends and family. Being outdoors is a must. Whether it’s a quiet day of hiking & exploring, a day at the beach or an evening boat ride on the lake. Brittany enjoys grounding & surrounding herself in all that Mother Nature so abundantly provides.
Jenna Bevens, LMT # 5511
Massage Therapist, Reiki Master Teacher
Jenna has been a licensed massage therapist since 2016 in multiple states, certified in IET as well as a Reiki Master Teacher. She has specializations in holistic wellness and chronic pain management. Her practice incorporates multiple techniques into sessions based off of body reading and client preferences.
Jenna is a forever student always looking to learn new things. When not working with clients she is reading the stars, collecting new crystals, or dipping her toes into a new topic.
REVIEWS
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Average rating: 41 reviews
Dec 17, 2020
Reiki is a great reset☯️!!!
I don't know who needs to hear this...
Recently, I underwent a major dental procedure that left me feeling not myself,
out of sorts.. just off kilter...
Michael Disko is just one of the amazing Reiki Masters at Evolvehomewood. My session with him was an outstanding experience!!! I left feeling calmer, like a weight was lifted & I was able to get back on track. A needed breath of air & moving of energy!!!
If you feel disjointed, out of sorts, just not 100%..
I highly recommend making an appointment & experiencing the amazing healing benefits of Reiki❤💥🙌🏼💥❤!!!!!
Aug 3, 2020
I sustained back injury several years ago. I have been to several physical therapy sessions, several specialist, and have tried medications but nothing has given me the the relief from pain that I received following my first session from Michael "Magic Fingers" Disko (that's my nickname for him). But on a serious note I was experiencing chronic back and hip pain which made my daily activities sometimes unbearable. I went from not being able to sleep a full night for approximately 4 months to sleeping pain free. I will probably have this issue for the rest of my life but since being a client this is the best I have felt in the last 3 years. Thanks Evolve, you all have given me life again!!!
Jul 16, 2020
Hands down the very best massage I have EVER had!! Dalton was very skilled and knowledgable regarding chronic pain issues and customized the massage accordingly. He was professional, friendly, accommodating and easy to talk to, providing a calm, relaxing environment. When I left I had no pain anywhere..a feeling I haven’t experienced in over a decade! I can’t wait for my next appointment!
Mar 12, 2020
I’ve been dealing with pain for over 30 years from muscle strain and trigger points. Between med. and injections and physical therapy ,I finally found something and someone who can give me a healthy and long term relief. BRITTANY is the therapist for me. She knew exactly where the problem areas causing pain were and focused on those. Definitely the better choice .
Nov 12, 2019
I pulled a muscle in my back, lifting. I scheduled a deep tissue massage, with Michael. It was Amazing! Not only did he, relieve the pulled muscle; he relieved hip stiffness, I had for years. I was a little sore the next day. But, when I tell you the pain is gone, I mean it is gone. He also showed me stretches to do at home. The shop was warm and inviting. I can’t wait to schedule my next appointment. I think I will get my neck worked on. I recommend trying Evolve out. They will literally massage the stress away. I can’t sing their praises, enough!
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Therapeutic Massage
Pain Management Specialists
Evolve Massage and Alternative Healing was born out of the idea that massage is essential for the reduction and management of many, if not all chronic pain conditions. Many of our clients have chronic pain that Traditional Western Medicine only knows how to treat with drugs and surgery. Many chronic pain conditions and even other chronic issues including anxiety and depression can have their roots in muscular tension and knots.
“We are passionate about helping you feel better. We are not only going to use our expertise to release tight, knotted muscles, but we will also council you in stretching and meditation techniques to take home with you so you can make marked improvements even between sessions.
Pain is NOT a given side effect of aging… often it is a choice. We can help you understand what that means and how to make choices to manage and eventually relieve your daily pain.” -Michael
Skin Care
(Coming Soon!)
We use Circadia Products for our facial services. Circadia is dedicated to using ECO-Cert Organic Botanicals that are globally recognized for purity. Check out their website here.
60 minute facial- First cleanse with foaming cleanser, second cleanse with creamy cleanser and foreo(15 min), exfoliate with either scrub or enzyme [use rollers if doing enzyme](15 min), extract either manually or with suction (5 min), facial massage with gua sha tools(10 min), apply hydrating mask and crystal mask over that massage arms and neck while mask sits (10 min), tone and apply moisturizer and spf (5 min)
90 minute facial- First cleanse with foaming cleanser, second cleanse with creamy cleanser and foreo(15 min), exfoliate with scrub and enzyme [use rollers when doing enzyme](25 min), extract either manually or with suction (5 min), facial massage with gua sha tools(15 min), apply hydrating mask and crystal mask over that massage arms and neck while mask sits (15min), mini nuface routine (10 min), tone and apply moisturizer and spf (5 min)
Reiki
What is Reiki?
Reiki is a Japanese method of energy healing. During a Reiki Session, a client can expect to experience emotional and spiritual releases that often can connect to improved physical wellness.
Reiki Sessions
At Evolve we focus our Reiki Sessions on balancing the Chakras, or the bodies energy centers, to bring balance to your emotional, spiritual, and physical well being. We also incorporate crystal healing into every Reiki session.
Reiki Sessions are $85 and usually last from 45 to 60 minutes.
Reiki Classes
Reiki Classes are available to anyone interested in learning Reiki, whether to be a Reiki Practitioner or for self healing and personal knowledge.
Classes are available throughout the year, and a student is not required to commit to the entire series. After you take each level, you can decide whether or not you would like to continue.
Fees for Reiki Classes are as follows:
Reiki I $100
Reiki II $200
Reiki III $300
To view upcoming class dates, and to sign up click here, and click on the “Workshops” Tab.
Valerie, Michael, and Ian are all Reiki Master Teachers trained by Ann Clark, PhD, RN.
Check out Ann’s website: Wisdom for Wellness
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