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Meet Retna

Teacher, Healer, Guide

With a background in education, Peace Corps service, and advanced study in massage, nutrition, and psychology, Retna brings a truly holistic approach to healing. Clients say her touch is both therapeutic and soothing, blending skill and compassion in every session.

A Path From Education to Healing

Retna graduated from Washington University in St. Louis with a B.A. in Educational Philosophy and Psychology. She spent two years in Morocco with the Peace Corps, teaching children with visual impairments. Upon her return, she earned lifetime certification in elementary and special education through the University of Missouri and went on to teach for nearly a decade.

Discovering the Power of Touch

While teaching, Retna felt called to support people in a different way — through hands-on healing. She enrolled in The Healing Arts Center in Kirkwood, MO, where she earned her license in therapeutic massage. Today, she continues to expand her knowledge through advanced certifications and ongoing study.

Integrating Mind, Body & Nutrition

Beyond massage, Retna has certification in plant-based nutrition through Cornell University’s T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies. She also draws insights from evolutionary psychology and continues the pursuit of this knowledge to integrate into her practice. This holistic approach means every session is guided by a deep understanding of how body, mind, and lifestyle work together.
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Why Clients Choose Retna

  • A background in education and special needs care brings patience and understanding to every session
  • Training in massage, nutrition, and psychology creates a truly holistic experience
  • Decades of experience helping others feel seen, supported, and empowered
  • A healing touch that clients describe as both therapeutic and soothing
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Retna is the BEST! Her energy is so soothing and she has such a healing touch. The vibe of the studio is so relaxing and smells amazing- I can’t wait to have my next massage! Her biomat is so grounding and I left feeling like a brand new person…highly recommend Blue Circle Healing Arts!
-Rea Davis