Swedish 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. With the help of my knowledge in therapeutic massage, I can further assess and work on troubled areas.
Types of Therapeutic Work
Due to the nature of these two modalities, 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.
Pregnancy Massage is a style of bodywork designed specifically for pregnant women. Using various techniques specially developed for expectant mothers. The benefits are profound, including emotional support, the relief of joint pain due to extra weight and postural imbalance, and improved breathing and relaxation.
Thai massage is more energizing and rigorous than most other forms of massage therapy. It's also called Thai Yoga massage, because I use my hands, knees, legs, and feet to move you into a series of yoga-like postures and stretches.
Active Isolated Stretching (AIS), also known as Total Body Stretch (TBS) is a dynamic system for improving your flexibility and overall well-being. Stretching your muscles not only reduces your chance of injury but also strengthens your tendons and improves your circulation.
Sports Massage is a type of massage designed for highly active people who engage in athletics. 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.
This modality can be an add-on to the main service of 30 minutes: $25 extra charge
Hot Stone Therapy is a style of massage where heated stones are placed at specific sites on your body to deepen relaxation and promote circulation in your muscles. Muscles that are heated with these stones release tension and stress much more deeply and quickly than with a traditional massage. The overall experience is very relaxing, nurturing, and rejuvenating.
This modality is an add-on to the main service.
Reflexology is a type of bodywork that focuses on applying pressure to the specific nerve zones in your feet. Unlike other foot massages that intend to mostly relieve tension in the feet themselves, reflexology is a far more in-depth science that aims to harmonize your entire body. According to reflexology, every part of the human body is mapped into your feet. Reflexology treatments have been found to be highly effective for conditions such as allergies, headaches, and depression.
This modality is an add-on to the main service.
Cupping massage is a therapeutic technique that involves placing glass, silicone, or plastic cups on the skin to create suction, which is believed to:
It is often used in traditional Chinese medicine and other holistic practices to:
During a cupping session, the cups may be left in place for several minutes or moved across the skin in a massage-like manner. Keep in mind that CAN sometimes cause temporary skin discoloration or bruising.
This can be an efficient way to serve clients while maintaining quality care, but it requires careful scheduling and communication to ensure each session is personalized and relaxing. Therapists need to manage their time effectively, allowing for proper preparation and transition between sessions, and should also communicate clearly with clients about the process to ensure comfort and satisfaction.
With a single therapist this session is offered as a back-to-back service.