Why would Thai Jessica not be considered independent? She works alone and has for some time. You make appointment directly with her... How much more independent can you get??
TJ has employed others in the past. Her massage business is a spa, Palinpra. So, while she is currently solo, she has her bidnezz setup as a spa.
Personally, I think the gals that do massage with individualized treatments (as opposed to gals that screw you senseless & cashless and then rub your feet) are best placed in the AMP/Spa section, because that is their primary bidnezz and most of the ECCIE clientele are AMPers. And, most indie massage gals are limited menu (No L3).
But, I can certainly see why others consider her an indie provider. Indie or Spa, as long as the info is shared, it's all good.