Before we ever held professional licenses, we lived inside a body carrying chronic pain, health challenges, and quiet burnout. For over fifteen years, our founder, Shunacee, searched for more than symptom management and quick fixes. Discovering holistic wellness, bodywork, and nervous system education slowly rewrote that story. Her personal transformation now shapes every session, so clients feel genuinely seen, honored, and supported as they navigate their own healing journeys.
MBody Beauty & Bliss began with classic massage and esthetics, then gradually shifted as we noticed a pattern. Clients felt better temporarily, yet their bodies stayed wired, tense, and overwhelmed. We listened, studied nervous system science, and deepened our training. The practice slowly evolved into a regulation-centered studio, where pacing, safety, and sensory input are chosen with intention. Sessions are no longer routines; they are responsive, body-led conversations that prioritize capacity and consent.
Today, our Lakeland studio holds space for high-functioning adults who feel stuck in survival mode yet long for ease. We blend touch, sound, and sensory regulation so each person can soften into their own rhythm, rather than pushing themselves to perform. Every treatment plan honors your history, thresholds, and goals. Our purpose is simple and steady, to help your nervous system remember safety, so resilience, connection, and everyday life feel more livable again.
We practice licensed, transparent, trauma-sensitive care that respects your story and body.
We support the nervous system so deep, sustainable restoration becomes possible.
We offer quietly premium, soul-centered experiences grounded in presence and care.
Meet Shunacee Hicks, the heart behind MBody Beauty & Bliss and the nervous system lens guiding every session. Before becoming a Licensed Massage Therapist (MA105265) with holistic training, she spent more than fifteen years navigating chronic illness, pain, and burnout. That lived experience reshaped how she understands stress, capacity, and what real support feels like in a body that never truly rests.
Her journey into holistic health began as a personal search for relief and slowly became a calling to offer grounded, regulation-focused care in Lakeland. Today she blends bodywork, sound, and sensory regulation with clear education, so clients feel informed, not rushed.
Her mission is steady and simple, to hold a calm, ethical space where your nervous system can exhale, and where your story is met with respect, transparency, and practical pathways toward more ease.
When we talk about being trauma-informed and client-centered, we are speaking from both training and personal history. Shunacee knows how it feels to sit on the table wondering if your body will be pushed past its limits or if your pain will be minimized. That memory keeps her curious and attentive, listening first and letting your nervous system set the pace.
Sessions are never about forcing change. They are quiet collaborations where licensed touch, sound, and sensory tools are chosen to meet your capacity on that particular day. Consent is ongoing, pressure is adjustable, and silence is always welcomed.
Shunacee's dedication is to create care plans that feel relational rather than transactional, so you can explore regulation at a speed that feels safe. Over time, this steady, respectful approach supports not only symptom relief, but also a deeper sense of self-trust and embodied resilience.
Licenses: MM46383, MA105265, CE10048674, FB9809290
MBody Beauty & Bliss, LLC services are for general wellness and relaxation purposes, and are not intended for diagnosing, treating, or curing medical conditions. Please consult with a healthcare professional for any health concerns or before undertaking new treatments. Results are not guaranteed and may vary from individual to individual. Clients are responsible for informing MBody Beauty & Bliss, LLC of any allergies, medical conditions, or concerns they may have prior to treatment. MBody Beauty & Bliss, LLC is not liable for any adverse reactions, injuries, or damages resulting from treatment.