About

My name is Maxine Harmon, founder of Stepping Stones Massage & Wellness on Long Island, Maine. This business was born from my personal experience as an island resident who deeply understands the importance of health, body balance, and access to quality services for a small community.

Long Island has been my full time home for over a decade, and long before that, it was a part of my childhood every summer. Life here offers tranquility, close-knit community, and unique natural beauty. However, living on an island also demands careful planning—especially when it comes to healthcare needs. Not all services are readily available, and traveling to the mainland is often the only option.

My personal experience led me to a deep understanding of this. Due to a soft tissue injury and cervicogenic vertigo, I had to regularly travel to Portland for massage therapy. This continued for over a year. Over time, I experienced significant changes—massage therapy not only aided my physical recovery but also restored my overall quality of life.  From this, the decision arose that this service was greatly needed, especially for the island community.

This led me to make an even bigger decision: to leave my career in manufacturing and embark on a new journey in the world of massage therapy. I returned to school in the fall of 2025, and will graduate from the Spa Tech Therapeutic Massage Therapy Program in April, 2026.

Through Stepping Stones Massage & Wellness, I hope to provide massage therapy services that not only restore the body but also support the long-term well-being of Islanders in Casco Bay.

I look forward to meeting you soon,

Maxine