Your Spa Team
Our goal is to perfect our guests’ experience through highly skilled and talented practitioners who are professional, compassionate, and customer focused. Mindful Touch’s talented massage therapists carefully listen to you before your session to assess your needs, and strive to be mindfully present and listen to your body during your session. They will craft the perfect session for you, leaving you refreshed, renewed, and able to live a life with less pain and more bliss. Mindful Touch Massage & Wellness is proud of it's reputation as the leading provider of professional massage, wellness, and healing services in Morganton, NC and the surrounding area.
Leslie "Nikki" Terry, LMBT, CHWC
Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist
NC License #14826
Duke Certified Health and Wellness Coach
Nikki is a Licensed Massage & Bodywork Therapist, the founder of Mindful Touch Massage & Spa, and a Duke-Certified Integrative Health Coach. With a background in Neuromuscular Therapy and Structural Bodywork from the Western North Carolina School of Massage, she blends science, intuition, and intentional care in every part of her work.
Since opening Mindful Touch in 2015, Nikki has helped clients find relief from chronic pain, TMJD, sciatica, and stress-related tension, while also creating serene, restorative experiences that the spa has become known for. Over the years, her role has evolved into shaping the vision of the spa—designing the service menus, developing therapist training, and cultivating the nurturing client experience that defines Mindful Touch.
Her personal health journey—including thyroid challenges and perimenopause—led her to earn her Duke Certification in Integrative Health & Wellbeing Coaching. She now supports women navigating hormone shifts, fatigue, and whole-person wellness, offering practical tools and compassionate guidance rooted in lived experience.
Nikki calls Morganton home and draws inspiration from the mountains around her. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, kayaking, dancing, and spending time with the people she loves.
Whether through her hands-on work, her coaching, or the healing environment she’s created, Nikki is dedicated to helping others reconnect with their bodies, restore their energy, and feel more at home in themselves.
Learn more about Health & Wellness Coaching with Nikki
Abigail Ruiz, LMBT
Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist
NC License #21901
Abigail, a graduate of Maiden School of Massage, brings a grounded presence and healing touch to every session. With a heart for holistic care, she blends therapeutic skill with intuitive sensitivity—offering treatments that restore balance, ease tension, and gently guide the body back to a state of calm.
Her approach is both nurturing and intentional, tailored to meet the unique needs of each client—whether the goal is deep relaxation, pain relief, or stress recovery. Abigail recently completed additional training in Deep Tissue Massage, further strengthening her ability to support those who need focused, restorative work.
Outside of the treatment room, Abigail finds joy in life’s simple pleasures—collecting rocks, exploring new places, and sharing time with family and friends.
If you’re seeking a massage experience that’s both relaxing and deeply therapeutic, Abigail is now accepting new clients.
Book your next session today and feel the difference.
Karen Jakab, LMBT
Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist
NC License #22263
Karen brings compassion, strength, and personal experience to her massage practice. A graduate of Caldwell Community College’s Massage Therapy program, her path to bodywork began with her own healing journey—managing chronic low back pain after two decades in a desk job. Inspired by the powerful relief she found through massage, Karen made a bold career change, attending school while working full time and raising a family.
Karen specializes in pain management massage, skillfully incorporating deep tissue techniques, stretching, cupping therapy, and gua sha to address discomfort and restore ease. She’s equally gifted in offering deeply relaxing sessions for those simply needing to melt away the tension of a long week.
As a wife and mother, Karen understands the delicate balance of caring for others while making time for yourself. That wisdom shines through in her work—each session rooted in empathy, presence, and a genuine desire to support her clients’ well-being.
Originally from Caldwell County, Karen finds peace in the mountains she’s always called home. Whether she’s hiking, baking, cycling, or enjoying time with her family, she draws inspiration from nature, movement, and meaningful connection.
If you’re looking for a massage therapist who truly listens—with skilled hands and a caring heart—Karen is here to help you feel your best.
Book your session today and take the next step toward relief and renewal.
Danielle "Dani" Justice, LE
Licensed Esthetician
NC License #E31221
Dani Justice is a licensed esthetician with extensive training in professional skincare and she is equipped to address a wide range of skin needs and concerns, tailoring treatments to provide both results and relaxation. Dani is also highly skilled in lash and brow care—including tinting, laminating, and lifting—as well as professional body waxing.
Clients are welcomed into a space where professionalism meets comfort. Dani takes pride in offering services that enhance natural beauty while creating a calming, supportive environment. Every treatment is performed with attention to detail, ensuring that clients not only receive high-quality care but also feel valued and at ease throughout their visit.
At the heart of Dani’s work is a genuine passion for helping others look and feel their very best. She believes esthetics is more than just a service—it’s an opportunity to empower and uplift. Her goal is for every client to leave not only refreshed and confident, but also cared for on a personal level.
Cyndy Suarez
Front Desk Associate
Cyndy recently made a life-changing move to Burke County, seeking peace and tranquility after a rewarding but demanding career in Information Technology. Drawn by the beauty of the mountains, she now happily calls this area home. Cyndy finds immense joy in witnessing clients leave Mindful Touch feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. Her background in IT brings a unique perspective and organizational skills to our team, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience for everyone.
Kim Guerrie
Front Desk Associate
After 35 years in the financial services industry in upstate New York, Kim decided it was time for a new chapter. Drawn to warmer weather but still wanting the serenity of the mountains, she traded the Adirondacks for the Blue Ridge—and hasn’t looked back.
With her extensive background in customer service, Kim brings warmth, professionalism, and a friendly smile to our front desk. She believes regular therapeutic massage is an essential part of a healthy self-care routine and loves seeing clients leave feeling renewed and rejuvenated.
Outside the spa, Kim enjoys embracing all the beauty the Blue Ridge has to offer—taking peaceful walks with her dog Duke, riding her motorcycle along the Parkway, exploring local farmers markets and eateries, and spending cherished time with her daughter and three grandchildren.
By far the best massage I have ever had!! So clean and relaxing when you walk in and the service was top notch!
This had to be the best massage that I have ever had. Loved the environment & the nice "extra" touches! I have already booked my next appointment. Nicole was great
I booked a wrap with Nikki. This was a new service being offered and it was wonderful! Nikki was very mindful of my comfort level, making sure to ask periodically how I was feeling and making adjustments as necessary. COVID precautions were taken very seriously and I felt very comfortable. It was a well-needed pampering experience and I booked my next appointment right then and there! Highly recommend Mindful Touch! Thanks, Nikki!