Swedish Massage is a very relaxing and therapeutic style of bodywork. It combines massage creme with an array of strokes such as rolling, kneading, and percussion to help the body improve its circulation. The benefits of this type of bodywork are wide-ranging and include relief from aches and pains, decreased stress levels in the body, enhanced mental clarity, improved appearance, and greater flexibility.

Acupressure is based on one the most ancient principles of healing - that simply touching a specific point on the body will release stress and improve health in the body. In an acupressure session, I apply firm pressure directly to these "points" on your body, which relieves your muscle tension and improves your circulation. This simple and powerful technique has been shown to very effective in treating headaches, backaches, and even insomnia.

In October 2010, I attended a quick introduction weekend to Acupressure.  I have a basic understanding of techniques but have had great responses from my clients so far.  As I continue to grow as a therapist, I intend to take more courses on Acupressure as I was so impressed with the positive experience I have had.  

Chair massage is a popular way of relieving stress and releasing tension right in your home or workplace. You receive your massage in a specialized ergonomic chair which I bring to your location. In addition to the usual health benefits of massage, another benefit of chair massage is that it is done over the clothing. With seated massage, you can avoid the discomfort and awkwardness that you may feel in disrobing for a traditional massage. Also, chair massage sessions are usually shorter than traditional massage, making it convenient enough to fit into your busy schedule.

If a client requests very deep pressure, I am able to use different techniques in order to provide this including elbows, forearms, and thumbs.

Deep Tissue Massage is a form of bodywork that aims to relieve tension in the deeper layers of tissue in the body. Deep Tissue Massage is a highly effective method for releasing chronic stress areas due to misalignment, repetitive motions, and past lingering injuries. Due to the nature of the deep tissue work, open communication during the session is crucial to make sure you don't get too uncomfortable. Keep in mind that soreness is pretty common after the treatment, and that plenty of water should be ingested to aid with the flushing and removal of toxins that will have been released from the deep tissue during the session.

Energy work is based on the belief that everyone has a "life force", and that the body needs to sustain its balance for optimum health. Anytime you experience emotional or physical illness, it indicates that your life force has simply become unbalanced. I work directly with your energy field to restore balance and flow to your entire system. And once your energy field has been restored to full health, your body will follow.

After attending Free Spirit School of Integrated Healing, I have a new and deeper understanding of the physical manifestations of the emotional traumas we experience in this lifetime.  With this experience we can work together to move your life into appreciating the gifts in your life while still loving the wounds we all have.  Become more connected to the reasons why you react to different situations the way that you do.  Change, grow, love and learn!

Sometimes pain comes quickly, and other times it happens over a long period of time due to posture or compensating an injury.

This modality helps to breakdown/prevent the scar tissue that locks the body into uncomfortable positions.  It can be done with deep pressure or more gently over longer periods of time depending on the individual problem.  This therapy is generally not painless, but through open communication of tolerance relief happens a little more quickly than if full body focus is requested

CranioSacral Therapy is a gentle yet powerful technique that is effective in releasing neck pain, back pain, and mental stress (among other things). It does this by optimizing the movement of cerebrospinal fluid through the spine and around the skull. Developed by physician William Sutherland, this therapy provides a very soothing and relaxing healing experience.