The secret of healing in the salt cave is simple. The air is intensely saturated with negative ions along with 84 trace elements and minerals. By breathing in these elements, the body gets in balance and begins to heal itself.
In 2008, Neal stumbled across a salt cave and received such profound benefits for his serious respiratory issues, that he wanted to share this with others. After many years of extensive research and planning, the Appel family opened the Asheville Salt Cave. We welcome you as we continue to grow and flourish.
Kim completed her Yoga Teacher Training at Asheville Yoga Center and her massage therapy training at the Western North Carolina School of Massage. Kim is deeply passionate about anatomy and movement, bringing an inquiry-based approach to her massage practice that blends her scientific background with intuitive bodywork.
Laurel helps manage all the behind-the-scenes workings of the Asheville Salt Cave. She lives in Weaverville with her sweet hubby, amazing 7 year old son, and their very old & very cuddly cat, Rosie.
Kyle became a massage therapist after realizing the powerful connection between mind and body. He graduated from Asheville Massage and Yoga in 2019 and has completed Peter Levine’s Somatic Experiencing Practitioner program. Kyle’s massage balances relaxation with a therapeutic approach. He always strives to remind clients they are the experts in the room when it comes to their body.
Michael has been passionate about natural healing arts for over 15 years, in part, of an effort to work on his own wellbeing. Through a personal transformational healing of his own chronic back pain, he enjoys sharing the knowledge that he has learned with each client. Whether you are coming to destress and relax, or […]
Jason is a massage therapist, Reiki Master and freelance yogi. His technique is a relaxing integration of Swedish, Deep Tissue, and Trigger Point Therapy, tailored to meet each client’s specific needs.
Jason has practiced massage since 2007, blending techniques and modalities to address each person as the individual they are. Working with and learning different healing modalities and sustainable ways to be in harmony with ourselves is the inspiration.
Max approaches the practice of bodywork from a background involving a trinity of Neuromuscular Therapy, Sound Healing, and Integrative Breathing. Through a combination of these elements, his techniques focus on awakening the inner healer of each client, promoting their own self-healing beyond the initial session. Outside of massage, Max enjoys playing live music and exploring […]
Jeff experienced a re-awakening of his own physicality through massage and bodywork, and is a firm believer in the body’s ability to restore itself, through conscious breathing and nurturing touch. His sessions blend the invigorating qualities of trigger point release with the soothing groundedness of swedish massage.
Ash is a certified massage therapist, yoga instructor, herbalist, birth doula, reiki master/teacher, and cacao ceremonialist. She has a MA in art theory and a BA in art education. She plays the harmonium and enjoys singing and making music.
Eman fell in love with Asheville and moved in 2015. She enjoys hiking, swimming and chasing waterfalls. She loves her little sis, doing daily yoga, being outdoors, writing, travel, and great conversations! She is ecstatic to join the fabulous team at Asheville Salt Cave!
Gail has specialized for over 20 years in Swedish, deep tissue and Thai massage and provides a tailor-made treatment for each individual’s needs. She also finds inspiration in wellness coaching and international travel.
Katelyn is an ICRT certified Reiki Master Teacher and Yoga Nidra facilitator. She enjoys hiking, getting out into the community, and hosting workshops/wellness retreats. She lives in Fairview with her husband and 6 year old daughter, Kathryn.
Emily transplanted here from Arkansas 7 years ago, thus beginning her journey and exploration thru the many healing modalities and offerings that Asheville so abundantly offers. She enjoys petsitting, hiking and watching movies with her sweet kitty Miso.
When you walk around our beautiful gardens , you will feel the creative and playful dreams of this wonderful guy, Meka is our landscape designer and support team. He has so many talents from landscape layout, to interior design, massage, and even puppet creations.