Bodywork is any kind of therapy that involves working with the soft tissues of the body to improve physical or emotional wellbeing. Massage is the most well-known type of bodywork. Bodywork has been around for thousands of years β some of the earliest documented evidence shows that massage was practiced in India, China, Egypt, Japan and Greece as early as 3, BCE. When bodywork is done with intention, years of tension and stress can be released in a single session. Unprocessed emotions, fatigue and the daily stressors of modern life build up in the body over time, leading to chronic pain.
Massage Therapy can be a vital part of a comprehensive approach to support your wellness journey including help with:. Each individual receives a fully customized and personal experience by incorporating multiple modalities into each session, as needed.
Your session may include any of the modalities shown below. In the end, it all depends on you. All services will be specially arranged just for your unique needs and wants. My desire is to welcome you into a curated space that is warm, inviting and comfortable, so I intentionally located my studio within my own private home. This separate and private space allows for:. As you enter, you will immediately notice a diverse collection of art, intentionally chosen to create a secular spiritual space that appreciates all perspectives and is anchored in compassion and equality for all.
Filling out these forms thoroughly will guide us to choose the best care for your session. This allows us time to sit and discuss your intake forms and create a plan for the session that meets your needs and goals, I will also check in on your preferences for what sort of pressure you like for massage. This is your time β so please utilize it as you see fit. Chatting: If you find it relaxing to have some light conversation, I am open to it.
However, realize I will not be as zeroed in on the work I am doing because my attention will be split. Questions: You are always free to ask questions or ask for any accommodations for comfort to be adjusted, music volume, warmth or cooling. Sleep: You may also sleep if this feels appropriate.
