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Therapists
Mind Body Potential Team
Our team is diversified. Each of us has a different background, but we all love our work and are highly motivated, passionate, and experienced bodyworkers. We aren’t body fixers; we are body whisperers who work diligently to help you reach your goal.
Each therapist utilizes various techniques and has unique knowledge to help you achieve your goals. When you book an appointment, please check our services page to find the treatment that best suits your needs.
Kay (Kaori) Akahane
Director of Mind Body Potential
Board Certified Structural Integrator (BCSI)
Licensed Massage therapist (NYS)
I began my career as a relaxation therapist (body and facial aromatherapist & reflexologist), then became a licensed massage therapist (NYS) after graduating from The Swedish Institute in NYC.
I began my career as a relaxation therapist (body and facial aromatherapist & reflexologist). After graduating from The Swedish Institute in New York City, I became a New York state-licensed massage therapist.
As a massage therapist, I have focused on enhancing ease of chronic tension patterns, increasing joints' range of motion, and promoting healing through evidence-based therapeutic massage and targeted treatment approaches.
I graduated from the Dr. Ida Rolf Institute (DIRI) in Boulder, Colorado in September 2018, where I learned Rolfing Structural Integration®. Rolfing Structural Integration is a holistic bodywork modality designed to help clients realize their full human potential. I believe this technique is critical for helping my clients achieve their goal of lasting change.
My training demonstrated that when I bring mindful intentionality to my work, new possibilities emerge as I provide the body with unconditional permission, space, and freedom to realign itself.
As a healthcare practitioner, I deem it essential to maintain my passion and enjoyment while continually exploring the functions of the human body and mind. By fostering a supportive environment, I empower individuals to unlock their full potential and embark on transformative journeys toward holistic wellness.
Since 2025, I have enhanced my knowledge by studying Manual Lymphatic Drainage at the Vodder School and Scar Work with Sharon Wheeler.
Yasuka Ito
Therapist of Mind Body Potential
Certified Rolfing® Practitioner (Chairman of Japanese Rolfing Association)
Certified Physical Therapist (Japan Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare)
Yasuka is a physical therapist certified by the Japan Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare, and a Rolfing® practitioner certified by The Rolf Institute of Structural Integration in Boulder, Colorado.
She began her career in 2010, providing physical therapy for patients recovering from knee or hip replacements, strokes, Parkinson’s disease, orthopedic disorders, and other conditions. During her tenure, Yasuka witnessed firsthand the essential role that body structure plays in movement and overall well-being.
In 2017, Yasuka became a certified Rolfer™ and began her Rolfing practice while continuing to work as a physical therapist. Her approach focuses not only on improving physical structure, but also on helping clients fully enjoy their bodies and live richer, more balanced lives.
She serves as a bridge within the Rolfing community—connecting people, ideas, and efforts with calm dedication and a quiet sense of purpose. Guided by a deep passion for Rolfing, she brings warmth and care to her practice, helping clients rediscover balance and vitality in their bodies and lives.
As the current chairman of the Japanese Rolfing Association, Yasuka continues to support the growth of the Rolfing community in Japan and presents on the global stage.
Available Modalities
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Fascial Work
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Prenatal/Postpartum Care
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Structural Integration (SI) Work
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PNF/Stretch
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Deep Tissue Work
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Joint Mobilization
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Passive & Active ROM Work
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Facial & Scalp Care (Facial Work)
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Rolfing Structural Integration Work
Yuki Shiraishi
Therapist of Mind Body Potential
Certified Physical Therapist (Japan Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare)
Remedial Massage Therapist (Educated Australia)
Yuki is a physical therapist certified in 2009 by the Japan Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare and has worked professionally as a remedial massage therapist since qualifying in Australia in 2019.
She specializes in assessing gait and daily living activities, evaluating and treating the underlying causes of pain, and providing care to prevent recurrence. Yuki incorporates Pilates into her movement therapy to support overall well-being.
Through detailed consultations, Yuki examines each client’s lifestyle and work environment, identifying habitual patterns that may contribute to discomfort or imbalance.
Known for her healing hands, Yuki’s remedial massage therapy not only soothes the physical body but also promotes deep, lasting relaxation and calmness.
Available Modalities
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Swedish Massage
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PNF/Stretch
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Trigger Point Work
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Deep Tissue Work
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Joint Mobilization
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Reflexology
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Facial & Scalp Care
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Remedial Massage