25 Years of Experience in Massage, Skincare & Wellness
Massage Therapist & Esthetician in Newport Beach, CA
I’m Lety Soto, the owner of MySelf Mind & Body in Newport Beach. I’m a licensed massage therapist and esthetician with 25 years of experience in health, wellness, massage and skincare.
My background is a little different from most. Before becoming a massage therapist and esthetician, I worked in medical settings, including dermatology and medical aesthetics, where I worked closely with doctors and learned how to look at skin and the body from both a clinical and hands-on perspective.
Over the years, I’ve worked in acupuncture and chiropractic offices, day spas and private practice, while continuing to expand my training in massage, facial massage, skincare and therapeutic techniques.
Today, I bring all of that experience into one place: MySelf Mind & Body.
A Background That Connects Massage, Skincare & Medical Knowledge
My work has always centered around helping people feel better in their bodies and more comfortable in their skin.
As a massage therapist, I work with people experiencing neck and shoulder tension, headaches, jaw tension, aches and pains, anxiety and the physical effects of being constantly on the go. My approach is therapeutic but never about simply using more pressure. I pay attention to what your body is telling me and adjust the session accordingly.
As an esthetician, my approach is equally personalized. My background in dermatology and medical aesthetics taught me to look beyond what is happening on the surface of the skin. I consider your skin history, lifestyle, current products and what your skin actually needs rather than following a standard facial routine.
Being trained in both gives me another perspective. Facial tension, jaw clenching, neck tension, headaches, skin sensitivity and dehydration can all show up together. I look at the whole picture when deciding how to work with you.
Experience You Can Feel
Over the past 25 years, I’ve continued to build my education and hands-on experience in both massage and skincare.
My training includes therapeutic massage, prenatal massage, cupping, gua sha, facial massage, lymphatic techniques, hot and salt stones, aromatherapy and advanced facial treatments.
I’ve also completed specialized training in prenatal massage with a doula massage therapist and have worked with mothers throughout pregnancy, including first pregnancies, subsequent pregnancies and multiple births. Many continue to see me after delivery for the aches, tension and changes that come with postpartum life.
I’ve had the opportunity to work with hundreds of clients with very different bodies, skin types, lifestyles and concerns. That experience has taught me that there is no single technique or treatment that works for everyone.
Why Clients Come Back
A session with me isn't about following the same routine every time you come in.
I listen first. I ask questions. I pay attention to what has changed since your last visit and what you need that day.
Some clients come in because their neck and shoulders are constantly tight. Others are dealing with jaw tension, headaches, poor sleep or simply need an hour where they don't have to take care of anyone else.
Facial clients may be dealing with dryness, sensitivity, dullness, puffiness, signs of aging or a skincare routine that has become confusing and overwhelming.
Whatever brings you in, my goal is for you to leave feeling like the treatment was truly meant for you.
My Work Is Hands-On, Personal & Purposeful
I believe good bodywork and skincare should feel good while also having a purpose.
Massage should not mean being beaten up to get results. Facial treatments should be more than simply cleansing your skin and applying products.
My work combines skilled hands-on techniques with the knowledge I've developed through years of working with the body and skin. Whether I'm working on your shoulders, jaw, scalp, face or neck, I'm looking for the places that need attention and choosing techniques that make sense for you.
That might mean therapeutic massage with cupping and stretching, facial massage and gua sha incorporated into your treatment, or a customized facial focused on what your skin needs that day.
A Little More About Me
My path into this work started long before I opened MySelf Mind & Body.
I've always been drawn to work that allows me to help people feel better. My early experience in healthcare eventually led me toward massage and skincare, where I found a way to combine my interest in the body, skin and hands-on care.
My own experiences with skin concerns and physical pain have also shaped how I work with clients. I understand what it's like to want someone to actually listen, rather than simply hand you a standard recommendation.
That's a big part of why I created MySelf Mind & Body: to offer a more personal approach to massage and skincare in a space where you can slow down, be heard and receive care that is specific to you.
Come Experience My Work
Whether you're looking for therapeutic massage, prenatal massage, a customized facial or a treatment that combines facial massage with skincare, I’d love to work with you.
MySelf Mind & Body is located in Newport Beach, serving clients from Newport Beach, Corona del Mar, Costa Mesa, Irvine and surrounding Orange County communities.
I understand how it feels
My passion for helping others feel confident in their skin and at home in their body comes from deeply personal experiences. I know what it’s like to look in the mirror and feel frustrated. In my teens, 20s, and even 30s, I struggled with stubborn acne that impacted both my self-esteem and my understanding of skincare. That journey taught me the importance of consistency, the power of the right products, and the need for a personalized approach to skin health.
I also understand what it’s like to be in pain. Surviving a life-altering car accident, where my car flipped end over end and left my back sprained in every direction, changed the way I see healing. Chronic pain became a part of my daily life, but I refused to let it define me. I turned to bodywork and functional exercise to realign my body and relieve my pain, and over time, I regained balance and strength. That experience gave me firsthand insight into how physical pain can affect every aspect of your life and how deeply rewarding the journey to recovery can be.
