Massage Therapy and Therapeutic Stretching
Modalities offered include:  
Deep Tissue Massage
Assisted Progressive Stretching
Cranial Sacral Therapy
Traditional Swedish Massage  
Thai Massage  
While based on the above modalities, your individual treatment may draw components from other disciplines, depending upon your individual needs and preferences. In our initial consultation and throughout your treatments, I may suggest techniques that may be especially effective for your situation. Please feel free to ask about various modalities and whether one, or a combination may be best for you.

Deep Tissue Massage uses slow strokes, direct pressure, or friction, applied across the grain of the muscles with the fingers, thumbs or elbows. Deep-tissue is designed to work deeply into the muscles and connective tissue to release chronic aches and pains. My Deep Tissue Massage is a customized massage - utilizing a combination of techniques (including Swedish, Deep Tissue, Shiatsu, Neuromuscular Therapy, and Stretching), in a treatment tailored to fit the specific needs of the client. This massage works deeply into the muscles and connective tissue to release years of built up tension, encourage movement
 
 

 

 

and flow of the muscles, facia, and body fluids, bring about realignment of postural distortions, restore proper range of motion, while retraining the body to relax and attain optimal function.
Assisted Progressive Stretching combines components of Sports Massage, Therapeutic Stretching, AIS and Thai Bodywork, to create a treatment focused on improved flexibility and range of motion. APS works by putting the client through a series of assisted postures to stretch specific parts of the body. The body is stretched, relaxed and stretched again, with a progressively deeper stretch in each repetition. Perfect for working through "stuck" areas in your yoga or pilates routine, or for pre- or post workout to prevent injury and maintain flexibility. (Great for runners and cyclists.) The receiver should wear comfortable, loose fitting clothes such as a cotton t-shirt and light cotton sweat pants or yoga pants.

Cranial Sacral Therapy is a gentle, hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the functioning of a physiological body system called the craniosacral system - comprised of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord. Using a soft touch, practitioners release restrictions in the craniosacral system to improve the functioning of the central nervous system. By complementing the body''s natural healing processes, CST is increasingly used as a preventive health measure for its ability to bolster resistance to disease, and is effective for a wide range of medical problems associated with pain and dysfunction, including: Migraine Headaches, Chronic Neck and Back Pain, Scoliosis, Chronic Fatigue, Stress and Tension-Related Problems
Fibromyalgia and other Connective-Tissue Disorders, Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ)

Traditional Swedish Massage (aka Classic Massage) is the most common form of massage in the United States. It involves manipulation of the muscles and connective tissues of the body for relaxation and health maintenance. Swedish massage uses five basic massage techniques (effleurage, petrissage, friction, vibration and tapotement) to relax and create movement in muscles and body tissues. It has shown to be helpful in reducing pain and joint stiffness, and improving circulation and overall function. This type of massage is both relaxing and invigorating. It is an excellent way to help rid the body of tension and to achieve a sense of overall well-being.

Thai Massage, often called "lazy man's yoga" is a fully clothed therapy performed on the massage table. The practitioner uses her hands, arms, elbows, knees and feet to perform leaning pressure, reflexology and acupressure, working the energy lines (sen lines), and assisted stretching, with some yoga postures. The rhythmic, meditative style of thai massage allows one to enter into a state of deep relaxation, as well as allowing any imbalance of energy to flow through and out of the body. Benefits: Increased flexibility, increased energy flow & circulation, relaxing nerve constriction, lymph stimulation, improve structural balance and to facilitate the release of emotional pain or blocked energy. The receiver should wear comfortable, loose fitting clothes such as a cotton t-shirt and light cotton sweat pants or yoga pants. This therapy can be adjusted to 1 hour but it is recommended to experience the full body 90 minute therapy.
   
Additional Services
         Hot Stone Massage
         Aromatherapy Massage    
         Herbal Foot Wrap        
         Aromatherapy Scalp Massage

       To revitalize the skin:
          Before the massage:
           Skin Brushing (20 minutes)
               keeps skin looking youthful and radiant

        After the massage:
            Hot Towel Massage(25 minutes)
               removes oil and feels great!

Couples Massage is also available - Enjoy this relaxing and rejuvenating experience together! Advance scheduling required.
  
Couples Massage Lessons
Learn to give each other an amazing gift!
 

Scheduling a Massage
Please call or email to schedule an appointment.
Same day appointments are sometimes available -please call first.
Advance notice required for Couples Massage, Bridal Showers, Reunions, Retreats.
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Deep Tissue Massage     Assisted Progressive Stretching     Cranial Sacral Therapy
Swedish Massage     Thai Bodywork     Hot Stone Massage     Aromatherapy
Cranial Sacral Therapy     Assisted Progressive Stretching     Deep Tissue Massage        
 Hot Stone Massage     Aromatherapy   Swedish Massage     Thai Bodywork