I’m Morgana Alexander, a Licensed Massage Therapist and the owner of PhirePhly Massage and Bodywork here in Northern Virginia. I have been practicing since 2008, although my path into this work was anything but traditional.

In my 20s I moved from New York City to Sacramento, leaving behind a career in real estate and feeling unsure of what direction to take next. I had always been fascinated by health and the human body, and it was my mother who suggested that massage therapy might be a natural fit. She saw something in me that I hadn’t recognized, and she was right. I enrolled in Western Career College and discovered how much I loved both the science of anatomy & kinesiology and the connection that comes with hands-on work. I graduated at the top of my class, and my life took a new direction from there.

In 2011, I moved to Northern Virginia and began working in a clinical spa. Wanting a deeper understanding of the body, I went on to earn an Associate of Science in Health Sciences from Northern Virginia Community College in 2016. Over time, my work expanded into mobile spa services for major hotel chains, corporate chair massage events, athletic recovery work, hospital based oncology massage and pediatrics, and eventually into teaching future massage therapists.

With almost two decades of hands-on experience, I’ve developed a style that is both intuitive and grounded in clinical understanding. I specialize in injury rehabilitation, sports massage, and long-term support for chronic conditions. My hands-on work blends Swedish, deep tissue, myofascial release, neuromuscular therapy, sports massage, and targeted injury-rehab techniques based on what your body needs that day. I also offer specialized care in oncology massage and prenatal massage, and I am a Certified Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapist (CMLDT).

My approach is simple: I listen carefully. I pay attention to how your body responds. I adjust the work to make sure it is effective and supportive. Each session is different, but the goals are still the same

• Promoting relaxation of tense muscles

• Easing pain and discomfort caused by knots, adhesions, and general daily stress

• Helping my clients achieve a better quality of life and understanding of their body

I aim to educate and empower my clients through pre and post session assessments, and specific self-care instructions tailored to their everyday activities, health, and lifestyle concerns.

While my clients may see me for various reasons, one of the most prominent is that they see results, not only immediately, but over time, which leads to an overall increased sense of wellbeing.

Since 2017 I’ve also been teaching massage therapy, including anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, pathology, and MBLEx preparation. Teaching keeps me learning, keeps me curious, and reminds me how important it is to create an environment where people feel informed and empowered.

What matters most to me is that my clients feel better in their bodies and supported in their journey. My intention is always to create a space where you feel welcomed, understood, and genuinely cared for.

I would be honored to support you in your health and wellness journey. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me at Morgana@PhirePhlyMassage.com. I am always happy to help.