swedish massage
The most prevalent and basic massage modality, Swedish massage is designed to energize the body and promote wellness and immunity by stimulating circulation. The soft tissues of the body are manually manipulated using various strokes that encourage blood and lymph to flow toward the heart. Swedish massage is a good choice for those who are looking to relax and let go of muscular tension resulting from stress. The many benefits of Swedish massage may include, dissolution of scar tissue adhesions, improved circulation and immunity, overall relaxation, emotional release, toxin removal and reduced swelling from injury.

deep tissue
This form of bodywork targets the sub-layer of musculature and fascia. Deep work requires more advanced training and exceptional knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Muscular origins and insertions are stimulated to release chronic and acute tension, injury and inflammation. Deep Tissue work is very effective in injury rehabilitation, relieving inflammation related pain caused by arthritis and tendonitis, breaking down scar tissue and retraining the body to generate new healthy tissue.

reiki
Rooted in ancient Japanese culture, Reiki is a form of energetic healing that combines the universal life force or energy with that of the individual to promote healing. The treatment involves placing warm hands lightly on the body in a sequence of positions to balance charkas (energy centers) and clear energetic blockages. The client usually experiences warmth, tingling and a somewhat dreamy state of consciousness. The treatment cleans and dissolves toxic substances and negative energy on the physical, emotional and mental levels. Reiki is an excellent means of addressing emotional issues associated with trauma, cancer, or simply for wellness and prevention.

thai massage
Thai massage has been practiced in the far east for approximately 2,500 years. The style is quite different from western modalities. After receiving this work, many people feel as if they have just completed a yoga class. The treatment is done on the floor and the client is fully clothed. Without using oil, the soft tissues are manually manipulated using various techniques, such as stretching and compression.

lymphatic drainage
With this technique the therapist manually encourages lymphatic flow toward the lymph nodes to promote and expedite cleansing and toxin removal. Once identifying the rhythm, direction and quality of flow, the therapist can encourage rapid drainage to promote wellness, immunity and toxin elimination from the body. This is an excellent treatment for those who are recovering from a cold and want to speed up the recovery process.

pregnancy massage
Although pregnancy can be a vulnerable time to receive bodywork, there are various types of massage and energy work that are safe and effective throughout pregnancy. During each trimester, a women's body goes through many changes specific to each stage of fetal development and massage can help the mind and body adapt and adjust with ease. Prenatally, specific techniques can reduce discomfort, anatomically stresses and enhance the physiological and emotional well-being of the mother and fetus. Prenatal massage often eases the experience of labor, reducing labor pains, alieviating discordant emotions, and enhancing breathing methods. Postpartum massage encourages the body to return to its natural state, structurally, emotionally and physiologically.

rates

All services are offered at a sliding scale $50-$75 per hour session or $80-$105 per 1.5 hour session.