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Therapeutic Massage: My style of Therapeutic Massage is typically a composite of several massage modalities like Swedish, Deep, Neuromuscular Therapy, Trigger Point Therapy, Cupping, Focused Pain Relief, Relaxation, ScarWork and TMJD Intra-oral Therapy.
Note: Because of the risk of coagulation/blood clots associated with Covid-19, Cupping is not being done until after the pandemic.
Of course, a general Relaxation Massage, which uses mostly Swedish and some Deep Tissue techniques, is always a wonderful and beneficial option. The relaxation and mood-lifting components of massage are not to be discounted! Deep relaxation feels wonderful, and when muscles are relaxed, they are less likely to press on nerves and blood or lymph vessels. With the "pressure off", the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual body experiences less pain and stress and is freed up to operate in happy harmony.
Deep Tissue Massage is a form of bodywork which relieves tension in the deeper layers of tissue in the body. These deep layers can often be accessed painlessly. Trigger point release should involve a "hurts so good" sensation, but if it hurts in a bad way, it's important for you to communicate this. Deep Tissue Massage is a highly effective method for releasing areas in chronic stress due to misalignment, repetitive motions, and past or recent injuries.
Myofascial Release is a slow, comfortably deep softening of hardened, tight fascia (connective tissue) which is in & around muscles, also tendons, ligaments, bones, under the skin, surrounding organs and more. Fascia hardens when not moved and stretched and is a cause of morning muscle stiffness. Other causes are dehydration, inflammation, impact and disuse. Loosening tight or hardened fascia results in greater range of motion, decreased restrictions, and pain relief. This work can be intense but is done to the client's comfort level. It is also be deeply relaxing. Athletes especially love it because it improves athletic performance.
$125 for 90 minutes
Oncology Massage: Benefits people who have or have had cancer include deep relaxation, pain relief, reduction in depression and anxiety, improved sleep and many more. Depending on the condition, treatments, timing, lymph node removal, and how the client is feeling, adjustments are made to ensure comfort, precautions and benefits.
$125 for 90 minutes
Zen Shiatsu is a Japanese form of massage that is akin to acupressure. The word Shiatsu comes from two Japanese words - "shi" (finger) and "atsu" (pressure). The practitioner applies gentle pressure with her fingers to "tsubos" (acupressure points). With Shiatsu, an assessment is done to determine which meridians (energy pathways) are affected and possibly causing imbalances in the body, mind, emotions and spirit. These meridians correlate to the 5 Elements of Earth, Metal, Water, Wood & Fire. To restore balance, direct stimulation is applied to the tsubos and gentle stretches integrate the point work and encourage the healthy flow of Ki (energy). The effect is very relaxing, and clients report results, which include, improved sleep, pain relief, reduced stress, and vitality.
$125 for 90 minutes
Reiki is a Chakra-based, Japanese form of energy work that cleanses and balances the energy system in the body. As a result, the body's natural self-healing mechanisms strengthen, helping to establish optimum health. During a session, I work directly with your energy fields to remove blockages, detoxify your system, and restore your vital life energy. Reiki utilizes a gentle laying on or hovering of hands to conduct the universal life energy. The benefits of Reiki include deep relaxation, release of mental/emotional stress and pain relief.
$125 for 90 minutes