Our mission is to provide therapeutic & relaxing massage therapy services, while
building relationships,in a nonjudgmental, nurturing and supportive environment.
Relocated and restored in 1992 by John Brooks Walton. It then became his office for the remainder of his years.
History of the Building
Madsen Massage Therapy now resides in a beautiful historical house called The Manhattan. It was built in 1913 as the Manager's Cottage for the Manhattan Court Apartments originally located at 107 E. 11th St. in Tulsa. It was relocated and restored in 1992 by the well-known Tulsa architect John Brooks Walton, after he heard it was going to be torn down. After Mr. Walton restored the building, it became his office for the remainder of his years. The Manhattan is highlighted in one of Mr. Walton’s books, “One Hundred Historic Tulsa Homes.” We are so appreciative of the attention to detail Mr. Walton took in restoring this beautiful “jewel” of the Manhattan Court Apartments, and strive to put just as much detail into our work and into the house that Mr. Walton did. We feel it is an absolute honor to be in this building and are forever grateful.
Inside the book, “One Hundred Tulsa Historic Tulsa Homes, written by the Tulsa Architect, John Brooks Walton.
About our Logo
For our logo, we highlight a Nautilus shell. The Nautilus is a nocturnal creature that spends most of its time in the deep ocean. It grows into increasingly larger chambers throughout its life and is a symbol for renewal and expansion. At Madsen Massage, we aim to help you on your journey through pain relief, relaxation and healing, so that you can leave feeling refreshed, expanded and better than when you came in.
Nautiluses are living members of the subclass nautiloidea, and are often considered “living fossils,” as they have survived relatively unchanged for millions of years.
For many years, the spiral shape of the Nautilus shell has been thought to be an example of mathematics in nature through its close resemblance to the “Golden Ratio.” Although it is not an exact golden ratio, there does exist a beautiful spiral in it’s shape. A golden spiral can be created by starting with a rectangle in which the ratio of a rectangle between its width and length is the golden ratio. The rectangle can be separated into a square and a similar rectangle. If you partition this newest rectangle in the same way and continue connecting the corner of the squares indefinitely, the result with be a spiral shape closely resembling the nautilus shell.
There are numerous examples of the golden ratio and spirals in human beings, nature and the world around us. Our DNA is a double-helix spiral shape, as are spiral galaxies, flower petals, hurricanes, human faces, etc. Although the golden ratio does not account for everything in the universe, it certainly reveals itself if you look around. At Madsen Massage, see the beautiful connections and synchronicities between ourselves, our clients and the world around us.
team madsen massage
Nina Madsen puckett, RSMT/E, CMA,LMT
Owner/Licensed Massage Therapist
REGISTERED SOMATIC MOVEMENT THERApist/educator
Certified movement analyst
Licensed in NY + OK
Nina is originally from New Jersey and relocated to Oklahoma from NYC in 2009. She is a Licensed Massage Therapist in NY + OK, a registered Somatic Movement Therapist + Educator and Certified Movement Analyst. She received her BFA in Dance from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 2005 and spent her junior year of college studying abroad at two dance conservatories: Western Australia Academy of Performing Arts in Perth, Australia and Teatterikorkeakoulu (The Theatre Academy of Finland) in Helsinki. In 2006, she received her Certificate of Movement Analysis from the Laban/Bartenieff Institute of Movement Studies in NYC and went on to study massage therapy at the nation’s oldest massage therapy program, The Swedish Institute College of Health Sciences, where she also received an Associates Degree in Occupational Studies. She graduated from the 1,250 hr. program in 2008, and passed the NY State Board & National Exam (NCTMB).
Nina has 16 years of clinical experience, is Certified in Prenatal Massage and is a member of the Associated Body and Massage Professionals (ABMP) and a member of the International Somatic Movement Education and Therapy Association. She specializes in Medical Massage and is also the proud owner of Madsen Movement, where teaches private and group somatic movement and dance classes at Oklahoma Performing Arts in Broken Arrow. She is also a Co-Director of Oklahoma Movement, where she choreographs, teaches and performs here in Tulsa, OK. She is a strong mental health advocate and recently founded Erase the Stigma Through Dance, the advocacy program for Oklahoma Movement. Their most recent event was a mental health and dance symposium featuring Guggenheim Fellow and Dance Icon, Bill Evans at the Tulsa Ballet in 2022. She lives in Coweta, with her husband Craig, son, Caster Thomas, dogs Wilson, Charlie, Emil and Seymour and their 9 chickens. For more info on Madsen Movement, visit www.madsenmovement.com
JJ Martin,LMT
Licensed Massage Therapist
Certified in prenatal massage
JJ is originally from Phoenix, Arizona and graduated from Heritage College in Oklahoma City where she studied massage therapy and also Enid Beauty College where she studied cosmetology. While in cosmetology school, JJ realized she found a passion for therapeutic massage while performing facials and decided to make it a goal to return to college to obtain more education in that field.
JJ has been practicing for 4 years here in Tulsa and specializes in deep tissue and prenatal massage therapy. She spends her free time focusing on her passions and hobbies including attending her child's jiu jitsu and playing on a recreational sports team. JJ specializes in deep tissue, prenatal, and post event sports massage.
Katie Evans, LMT
LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST
Certified in manual lymphatic drainage
CERTIFIED IN PRENATAL MASSAGE
Katie is originally from Inola, OK, and moved to attend the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith. She was a school teacher for over a decade. Gradually she decided she wanted to explore a new field, but knew it still had to be a career that was personally meaningful. She is a proud graduate from the Black Brook School of Massage in Fayetteville, AR and her specialties include Classic Swedish Relaxation and Manual Lymphatic Drainage (for Wellness and Post-Op). She received her Certification in Manual Lymphatic Drainage from the Academy of Lymphatic Studies.
Katie loves massage therapy for its therapeutic potential and for its affirming, life-giving effect. She enjoys learning about anything and everything through books and podcasts. She also likes being active outdoors and spending time with her husband, family, and friends.
rae mclaughlin, LMT
Licensed massage therapist
Rae Mclaughlin has been working as a Licensed Massage Therapist since 2015 and a Certified Yoga Instructor since 2018. She also serves on the board for the Oklahoma Chapter of the American Massage Therapy Association. She specialized in medical massage. She is passionate about education on behalf of all of her clients as well as the massage therapy and yoga communities. when she is not involved in her advocacy and teaching work, she lives with the “world’s cutest dog” and the world’s most beloved houseplants.
ELLIE ARCHER, LMT
LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST
Ellis is a Tulsa native that has explored and lived all over the country. When she found herself living in New York, she decided to take the leap and study massage. She graduated from the Center of Natural Wellness and Massage in Albany, NY in 2019. A bit ago, she returned to Tulsa to focus on family and took a break from massage. In that time, she pursued many other interests, one being studying for a nursing degree. But she found herself being drawn back into massage, wanting to support those who are taking care of everyone else. With the support of her partner, she made the shift and has felt at home ever since!
Ellie specializes in customizing each client’s massage to meet their therapeutic needs and goals. She spends her spare time loving on her three goofy kitties, being outdoors, gaming with friend, reading, writing and working on miscellaneous projects.
CAITLIN ZOTIGh, LMT
LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST
Caitlin grew up in Connecticut and moved to Tulsa in 2021. She is a graduate of Clary Sage College and specializes in intuitive engagement and deep tissue massage therapy. She comes from a background in the service and office management industries and has made the shift to practice massage to expand her ability to engage in the holistic healing of her community. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, attending local events and spending time her four children.
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ADRIENNE HILL, LMT
LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST
CERTIFIED IN NEUROMUSCULAR, TRIGGER POINT THERAPY + INTEGRATIVE TECHNIQUES
Adrienne, originally from Oklahoma is a certified Neuromuscular Therapist who attended school at The Colorado Institute of Massage Therapy, where she received certification in Massage Therapy, Neuromuscular Therapy, Integrative Techniques, and Trigger Point Therapy. She specializes in medical massage, cupping, CranioSacral and Prenatal from 12 weeks to 40+ weeks, and has knowledge of labor inducing pressure points. (Only available at and after 39 weeks) She views a person as a whole, with the mind, body and soul in mind, and develops unique treatment plans to facilitate an individuals healing on their path towards wellness. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her children, gardening, baking and traveling wherever the wind takes her.
CARI WALDEN
OFFICE MANAGER
Cari Walden is originally from Texas and relocated to Tulsa in 1993. She is our office mom and takes care of all of the behind the scenes details that keep the office running smoothly, such as bookkeeping, deep cleaning weekly and laundry services. She has two sons and a cat named Elan, and loves providing support to the office and staff at Madsen Massage. During her downtime, she enjoys reading, learning, hiking, cooking and anything outdoors.