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At Perform24 we value local professional relationships. The human body can be a complicated puzzle, and many times we rely on experts outside the weight room to help. We recently had the opportunity to connect with Alicia Divico, of South Tampa Wellness Spa, and find out more about them and who they’re helping in the South Tampa Community. Let’s Dive into our Exclusive Conversation with Tampa’s Local Business, South Tampa Wellness Spa!
Meet Alicia Divico, founder of South Tampa Wellness Spa and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor specializing in addiction therapy. Let’s dive into our interview with Alicia and find out what South Tampa Wellness Spa is, who they serve, and what makes them special!
Hi Alicia- Let's start by getting to know you better. Share your journey - where are you from and how you ended up in Tampa?
I'm from West Virginia, and my parents literally dragged me here my senior year of High School, and we won't talk about how long ago that was.
What made you pursue a career as a Mental Health Counselor? What was the driving force behind your decision?
I evaluated my skills in high school and decided to be a therapist. When I got to graduate school, my favorite professor was doing a Behavioral Health certificate, so I jumped on that. The entire course was about the mindbody connection and wellness. It was then that I decided I wanted to incorporate more than just talk therapy in my work.
Can you give us the background of South Tampa Wellness Spa? Where did it start and how did it grow?
My partner and I decided to do this in 2020 when the world was falling apart. Mental health was getting a lot of attention, so it seemed to be an opportunity to do more to help people feel better inside and out. We have been in the same place since then, and it grows through people like you!
What sets South Tampa Wellness Spa apart from others in your field? We want to let our community know the qualities that make South Tampa Wellness Spa stand out in the crowd.
We are not a traditional spa! Our services alone, are unique. We are literally mental health therapists who chose the services to help people slow down, meditate, heal, and elevate. Our team of practitioners care to work together to provide exactly what you, as an individual, needs; they all have years of experience in their expertise, and they have an intuition for the work they do!
At South Tampa Wellness Spa, who do you typically work with?
Athletes/physically fit- when you do physical work, you need extra care in your body, Professionals/travelers- when you work hard at your craft, it takes a lot out of you, and that's where we come in to help you get re-energized and cognitively sharp, Moms/from pregnancy to several kids in we know you need me-time, and we are here for it! Veteran/Trauma survivors- our services were selected to help improve their nervous system regulation! Couples, friend groups, work groups - we do events, we do champagne and snacks, and we work to accommodate whatever the vibe is you're looking for...If you're interested in self-care, combining mind and body connection, and rejuvenation, we've got you covered!
What types of services do you offer?
Of course we do traditional talk therapy, and then we do the "spa" stuff, which includes:
Therapeutic Massage: sports, deep tissue, lymphatic drainage, prenatal, etc.
Acupuncture: fire cupping, moxi, heat therapy, massage, herbal medicine, etc.
Sensory Deprivation Float Tank: sound healing, meditation, magnesium, muscle recovery, etc.
IV nutrients: vitamins, glutathione, b-12 shots, etc.
Packages combining the services is the way to go!
Does South Tampa Wellness Spa use any techniques that are unique in your space?
Each of our practitioners have their own list of credentials. For example, Dr. Dan, our acupuncturist, is trained in gua sha, tui na, qi gong, etc. Ryan, our lead masseuse, is also trained in Movement Therapy, kinesio taping, etc. And Ana, another masseuse, is also trained in facials and aromatherapy. All of the things they are trained in are additional services we offer!
Let’s debunk some common misconceptions about health and wellness. What are the most prevalent misunderstandings that people have, and how do you try to set the record straight?
I think the biggest one I hear is that everything we do is pseudoscience. People are actually really behind on science, because science is starting to embrace and explain spirituality, energy, and more. Psychology is proving a lot about mind, body, soul connection (in different terms), and it's blending with classical science and now quantum physics as well. The bottom line is that we are finding more and more that healing needs to include both the mind and body...and more...but that's for another conversation lol.
The health and wellness space continues to evolve. How has South Tampa Wellness Spa evolved since you’ve started?
We are just trying to flow with opportunities and services. If there's something you want/need, we at least have recommendations if we can't help you with that ourselves!
What’s next for South Tampa Wellness Spa?
We recently made an awesome connection with Elevate Ember, and we are in the planning stages of adding ice and sauna into our services!
Big thanks to Alicia Divico with South Tampa Wellness Spa for allowing us to learn more about who they are and how they’re serving our local community!
You can find out more about South Tampa Wellness Spa by checking out their website and following along on their socials below.
Phone: (813) 543-8674
Address: 550 North Reo Street, Suite 240, Tampa, FL 33609