About Health Bound Massage & Wellness

At Health Bound Massage of Louisville, we believe massage therapy should be more than a temporary escape — it should be an important part of caring for your body, managing stress, and supporting long-term wellness.

With over 15 years of professional massage experience, we provide customized therapeutic care designed around each client’s unique needs. Whether you are dealing with chronic muscle tension, physical fatigue, stress, pregnancy discomfort, or simply the demands of everyday life, our goal is to help you feel better, move better, and experience greater overall well-being.

We combine therapeutic techniques with a calm, supportive environment to create sessions that are both effective and restorative. Every massage is thoughtfully tailored to your comfort level, wellness goals, and areas of concern, because we believe personalized care creates the best results.

At Health Bound Massage, we are passionate about helping our clients make massage part of a consistent wellness routine — not just an occasional luxury. Our mission is to provide professional, compassionate care that supports relaxation, recovery, and a healthier quality of life over time.

We are proud to serve the Louisville community with massage therapy focused on genuine care, professionalism, and lasting wellness support.

Gallery

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Cozy massage room with dim lighting, fairy lights, a massage table with a dark blanket, a side table with candles and greenery, a black chair, framed art and a mirror, and dark curtains.
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Interior of a wellness or spa reception area with a cozy seating area, decorative plants, wall art, and warm lighting.
Three bottles of Laura's Homestead Alternatives CBD products on a wooden surface, with a candle, potted plant, rolled towel, and flower in the background.
Interior of a modern office with a decorated Christmas tree, a reception desk, animal figurines and crystals, and artwork on the walls.
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Relaxation room with heated red infrared lamp, yoga mat, candles, and soft lighting.
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Meet Our Team

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Emily Shown BSc, LMT, Owner, Director

License# 173214

The moment I realized I could change people's lives, I was hooked. When I was younger I was like many people, I had no idea what I wanted to do. I tried so many things before Massage Therapy. I was a dental assistant, I studied yoga, and earned my B.S. in Geosciences. Upon graduation, I had been doing massage for almost a decade and by then, I had changed so many people's lives for the better. I started to realize that my skills were developing to above and beyond the average therapist. I realized I could not only continue to help the people of my community, but also the massage therapists and staff that I choose to hire. I am here to nurture my business of helping others so that my business can nurture clients and staff. I love helping people and I know I'm in the right place.

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Dan Marstin, LMT

License# 280504

I’m happy to be joining the Health Bound team! I love massage and helping people feel better. For the past two years I’ve been providing massage at Norton Audubon Hospital to patients receiving chemotherapy and their caregivers. My focus in full body massage is on trigger point therapy (targeted deep pressure) and myofascial techniques (releasing tension effectively with minimal pressure). My regular clients tell me they appreciate my ability to deliver moderate to deep pressure gently and without soreness - a relaxing massage that still “gets the knots out.” Looking forward to meeting you!

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Karen Smith, LMT

License#279186

Karen is an intuitive and dedicated massage therapist, known for her gentle yet effective healing touch. Her warmth and compassion make every session comfortable and restorative. Karen’s commitment to personalizing care ensures each treatment addresses individual needs, encouraging both relaxation and recovery.

She holds certifications in Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Advanced Prenatal techniques, Deep Tissue Massage, Reflexology, and Hot Stone Therapy using Himalayan and Basalt stones. 


What People are Saying

“Emily is an absolute miracle worker! I’ve been suffering with chronic pain issues since 2017, but since I started seeing Emily, she has helped so much! She goes above and beyond to make sure that you are comfortable and that you are feeling better at the end of the massage.”-Charlotte

“Emily has absolutely made a wonderful difference to my health and wellbeing.” - Kay

“If you're on the hunt for a good massage therapist, look no further. I've been to a handful of different people, and Emily is hands down the BEST. Not only is she attentive to your problem areas, but she knows these secret little nooks and crannies that you probably don't even realize exist in your body and WHEW, she's just amazing. You'll leave feeling completely relaxed. 10/10!!! .”-Laura

Emily is great and a master of her craft! She truly cares for her clients and does everything to make them feel comfortable and relaxed.”-Joe

“Dan was so AWESOME! He was professional and good at what he does.” - S.M.

“Dan was wonderful. He knew I had some pain and was very attentive to that. I was so relaxed and felt so good after my one hour massage.” - P.D.

“Dan is very nice and professional. I always feel great when I leave there.” - Sandy C.