Staff Highlight: Elizabeth Sheppard

Elizabeth Sheppard has worked as a massage therapist at Urban Sanctuary for over six years. She came on staff as extra help during our Valentine's Day rush in February 2009, and we have loved her ever since...  One of the reasons we love Elizabeth is her personality -- she is really up-beat and easy to talk to. Her comforting touch makes her massage absolutely magical!

Where are you from? 
 Snellville, Georgia 

Why did you move to Athens?
 For school

How long have you lived here?
 10 years

What are some of your favorite things about living in Athens?
The sense of community, great food and great shopping options (Co-op!),  and the music.

Favorite hang-outs?
 My front porch swing.

Favorite places to shop?
Trader Joe’s and Native American Gallery

Favorite places to eat?
Trapeze and The Grit

Do you garden?
I love to garden – veggies, flowers, and a variety of herbs...

Do you speak any foreign  languages?
Hola  and Bonjour!

TV? 
True Blood and The Walking Dead

Do you have any pets? 
A giant husky/retriever mix named Benny

Elizabeth is passionate about herbal medicine. She loves giving mud and seaweed wraps. Interested in a spa service with Elizabeth? She is available on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays. Try a massage scrub combo, a mud wrap, seaweed wrap or a deep tissue massage with her! To schedule a massage with Elizabeth call 706-613-3947.