Services and Fees

Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork

My practice style provides personalized massage sessions to each and every client. An initial assessment begins the session as we will explore not only what the client's needs are but in many cases we will identify triggers which may be contributing to a client's areas of concern. Our targeted outcome is to provide as much relief as possible and create a plan for lifestyle modifications which support the work we will do together finishing with an ongoing plan for a continued cycle of healthy maintenance. 

Clients might be familiar with massage terminology such as classic, Swedish, Thai, deep tissue, neuromuscular, trigger point release, stretching, joint mobilization, hydrotherapy, stone massage, aromatherapy. In my 20 years of experience working with hundreds of clients, I have learned that clients simply want to feel better, become more relaxed, be rid of areas of pain or numbness, improve their posture, flexibility or range of motion.  For this reason, I have found that integrating techniques which aim to provide the outcome my client seeks is the best way to create a therapeutic session. I therefore do not charge extra for applications such as hydrotherapy, aromatherapy, stretching. 

Finally, as an environmentally conscious therapist, I respect the body's need for treatment in an environmentally healthy space. Therefore, clients may expect that they receive the following: no toxic chemicals including fragrances in laundry, air fresheners, etc. Linens are organic and not created with chemical pesticides. The table foam and wood are eco-friendly and do not contain sprays, adhesives, varnishes, etc. Aroma therapies, if used, are food grade and USDA organic.  And any oils are food grade quality as well including Organic Coconut oil, Organic Grapeseed oil. I also do massage without the use of oils. 

Your experience will combine essential elements of therapeutic quality  of peaceful balance that you can take with you into your world. 

The following are general descriptions of various "classic" massages which may be applied to your session.

1. Swedish or Classic Massage is a very relaxing and therapeutic style of bodywork. It combines oils or lotion with an array of strokes such as rolling, kneading, and percussion to help the body improve its circulation. The benefits of this type of bodywork are wide-ranging and include relief from aches and pains, decreased stress levels in the body, enhanced mental clarity, improved appearance, and greater flexibility.

2. Neuro-Muscular Therapeutic Massage, also known as Deep Tissue Massage, is a form of bodywork that aims to relieve tension in the deeper layers of tissue in the body. Therapeutic Massage is a highly effective method for releasing chronic stress areas due to misalignment, repetitive motions, and past lingering injuries. Due to the nature of the deep tissue work, open communication during the session is crucial to make sure you don't get too uncomfortable. Keep in mind that soreness is pretty common after the treatment, and that plenty of water should be ingested to aid with the flushing and removal of toxins that will have been released from the deep tissue during the session.

The following techniques are applied within a therapeutic massage session: 

3. Myo-Fascial Release  and Trigger Point Therapy- this pair of complimentary techniques are used to address chronic pain disorder of the back, neck, jaw, pelvis, etc. This therapy restores proper posturing, reduces pain and often eliminates pain due to releasing the origin, and unbinding restricted and areas of congested myo-fascial tissue. 

4. Trigger Point Therapy applies specific focused light pressure to a muscle and fascia "knot". The release of this "trigger" area frees the tissue and resolves the pain or tension. Proper alignment, range of motion, compressed nerve releases, and release of trapped waste fluids result in healthy and pain-free tissues. 

5. Sports Massage is a type of massage designed for highly active people who engage in athletics. Engaging in sports is harsh on the body and can often lead to injuries in both the short and long term. Sports Massage enhances performance and prolongs a sports career by helping to prevent injury, reduce pains and swelling in the body, relax the mind, increase flexibility, and dramatically improve recovery rates. Sports Massage is also highly effective in aiding the rapid recovery of an athlete from an injury by encouraging greater kinesthetic awareness and in turn promoting the body's natural immune function.

Sports massage uses a combination of the following as clinically needed: classic massage techniques, neuromuscular techniques, myofascial massage techniques, stretching and range of motion techniques, hydrotherapy.

The client should have noticeable improvement in range of motion after one session.

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