Long flowing strokes to promote circulation and relaxation. This is a soothing style and light pressure is used. Usually done with flat hands and not a lot of detailed work in most areas.

Designed to break up knots and tense areas. Often done with thumbs or elbows. Deepest pressure is used here. I always incorporate Trigger Point into deep tissue massage. The body needs time to understand what I am asking of it, and to respond and release the tension. People with a lot of tension and who do not get regular body work may experience some nausea or soreness after a deep session, however the more regular massage is received, as well as drinking plenty of water afterwards, the less these symptoms are an issue.

Soothing style usually done mostly side-lying, depending on how far along in pregnancy the client is. Always being mindful of areas to be avoided during pregnancy, and extra attention given to head and feet.

Using pressure on specific areas of the feet and hands, with the goal of relieving a variety of problems and balancing the flow of vital energy throughout the body. We have over 7200 nerve endings in the feet alone. Based on the theory that reflex points are linked to various organs and parts of the body, stimulation of these points is thought to affect the connected organ or body part. Some people report tingling sensations in corresponding areas of the body while the reflex points are being touched. It has been shown to promote relaxation and reduce pain and anxiety in many people including decreased nausea and vomiting when undergoing chemo or radiation therapy, a welcome relief to the oncology patient who suffers. Having a significant and immediate effect on pain and often reducing the need for pain medication, reflexology can be a safe, non-invasive alternative to prescription pain medication.

Done fully clothed, in loose comfortable clothing, on a thick mat on the floor. Using thumbs, palms, elbows, knees, and feet, I use a combination of acupressure, gentle rocking and twisting, joint and spine mobilizations, and assisted yoga stretches.

Using body weight instead of strength, the goal is to open up joint capsules, perform compression sets on larger muscle groups, and ultimately stretch you beyond your own normal range of motion. This is the point where you receive the most benefit from stretching.

Raindrop therapy involves powerful essential oils combined with a variety of massage techniques and heat. This bodywork is designed to boost the immune system, assist the body of detoxing from viral and bacterial activity, and to stimulate the nervous system.

OILS USED AND WHY...