massage focussed on relaxation

integrated swedish massage

In an integrated Swedish massage session geared toward relaxation, you will be treated to a full-body massage session, integrating the strokes of a Swedish massage, reflexology point work, Acupressure points, and craniosacral holds in a fluid composition designed to promote circulation of blood in oxygen in the musculature, encourage feelings of wholeness and integration, to be precise and detailed, and to be gentle in coaxing open physical and emotional blocks.

Uniquely designed to your needs, this noninvasive touch therapy may be enjoyed by men and women for relaxation, stress release, improved circulation and energy flow, and greater connection of body and mind.

I often incorporate elements of the following modalities outlined below into my sessions (please note, at this time, I am not offering entire sessions in these modalities):

Reflexology. Reflexologists have mapped onto the feet and hands pressure points that reflect, or correspond, to the body as a whole. Pressure applied to these points can therefore effect the reflected part of the body relieving discomfort and promoting healthy function.

Craniosacral. An energy modality, craniosacral uses a very light touch to balance the craniosacral system in the body, which includes the bones, nerves, fluids, and connective tissues of the cranium and spinal area. This work is something that you really have to experience to fully understand its subtle, transformative power.

Acupressure/Zen Shiatsu. I work with the Chinese meridian system and my intuition to identify points of imbalance. The meridians are the 12 channels of Chi, or life force, that run throughout the body and correspond to different organs, emotions, and the five Chinese elements: Fire, Earth, Metal, Water, and Wood. By working with these relationships, Zen Shiatsu and Acupressure work on a primal level, penetrating to the source of emotional/physical problems for internal transformation. Shiatsu/Acupressure techniques include static pressure and passive stretching techniques to tonify deficient Acupressure points and sedate excess ones.

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pregnancy massage

I also am trained to meet the special needs of pregnant women with either muscle or meridian based sessions. Massage is especially beneficial to and usually welcomed by pregnant women. Due to the physiological changes associated with pregnancy, special precautions are taken, including avoiding work on specific acupressure points, the abdominal region, and by having the client in a side-lying position to avoid potentially problematic pressure on the belly and the veina cava, which is a common cause of nausea.

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hot stone massage

For those wanting to indulge in something special and novel, I am now equipped to offer Hot Stone massage! In a Hot Stone massage session, I use special, heated, river-tumbled stones to massage away your tension. The rocks can be placed on or under the body in static positions or held in my hands and moved over the body using traditional massage strokes. If you've never had a hot stone session, you are in for a real treat!

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"My massage was professional and revitalizing. The integration of breathing and meditation into the session made for a unique experience that changed the course of my week."

-Rachel Davidson, Attorney

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