Wellness Offerings
Facial lymphatic massage works with the skin’s surface, targeting lymphatic structures located in the subcutaneous tissues. It is performed with precise pressure and rhythm to encourage natural lymph flow for improved detoxification, reduces puffiness and fluid retention for a sculpted, defined jawline, clears congestion and sinus blockages, relieving facial tension, boosts your immune system, helping you stay healthier and promotes hydrated, firm and radiant skin, giving you a youthful glow. For optimal results we recommend 6 sessions - 2 sessions in the first week then 1 session per week for the next 4 weeks.
A gentle, rhythmic technique that’s as soothing as it is effective. Think of MLD as the reset button for your body’s waste management system, helping you feel lighter, less swollen, and more energized. MD promotes detoxification, reduces swelling, boosts the immune system, supports recovery after injury or surgery and encourages relaxation.
This session features relaxation and therapeutic modalities to suit your needs. Manual lymphatic drainage massage for the face, full body medium-deep tissue massage with hot stones, essential oils, hot towels and other special amenities.
Prenatal massage is offered for expectant mother in their second and third trimesters. If you are experiencing a high risk pregnancy, please obtain a signed release form from your obstetrician indicating that you are able to receive massage therapy. During the massage, the expectant mother is carefully supported by cushions and pillows in order to provide superior comfort and protect her and the baby from strain or injury. This also helps alleviate extra strain on the lower back and pelvic areas.
Prenatal massage techniques are very gentle and relaxing. No deep tissue techniques are used for safety precaution. Some areas of the body are avoided to protect mother and child, while extra attention is given to areas of the body that are particularly affected by pregnancy, like the feet and back. In addition to stress and tension reduction, massage can help with swollen ankles lower back pain, leg cramps and headaches.
Prenatal massage techniques are very gentle and relaxing. No deep tissue techniques are used for safety precaution. Some areas of the body are avoided to protect mother and child, while extra attention is given to areas of the body that are particularly affected by pregnancy, like the feet and back. In addition to stress and tension reduction, massage can help with swollen ankles lower back pain, leg cramps and headaches.
Everyday living in today’s polluted and stressful environment with chemicals in our food, water, soil - even our beauty products- can burden our bodies. The body’s mode of excretion may be able to counteract these negative effects for a time, but may be overwhelmed after long exposure resulting in headaches, nausea, sluggishness, poor sleep, depression, tiredness, lowered immunity, allergies, hormonal imbalances, stress, anxiety and other disorders. If you are experiencing any of these things you may benefit from a good foot detox!
All the benefits of the 30 minute session with extra time for stretching and deep tissue techniques. If you are experiencing severe neck and or upper back pain, this is the session for you!
Not sure what you want and need? This custom massage can include Swedish, deep tissue, hot stones, stretching - whatever you like.
Deep tissue massage targets chronic tension in muscles that lie far below the body’s surface. Deep muscle techniques involve slow strokes, direct pressure or friction movements that go across the muscle grain.
When there is chronic muscle tension or injury, there are usually adhesions (bands of painful, rigid tissue) in muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Adhesions can block circulation and cause pain, limited movement, and inflammation. Deep tissue massage works by physically breaking down these adhesions to relieve pain and restore normal movement.
Massage therapists will use their fingers, thumbs or occasionally even elbows to apply the needed pressure. It is especially helpful for chronically tense and contracted areas such as stiff necks, low back tightness, and sore shoulders. Some of the same strokes are used as classic massage but the movement is slower and the pressure is deeper and concentrated on areas of tension and pain.
Unlike classic Swedish massage therapy, which is used for relaxation, deep tissue massage usually focuses on a specific problem, such as: chronic pain, limited mobility, recovery from injuries (e.g. whiplash, falls, sports injury), repetitive strain injury, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, osteoarthritis pain, fibromyalgia, and muscle spasms.
When there is chronic muscle tension or injury, there are usually adhesions (bands of painful, rigid tissue) in muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Adhesions can block circulation and cause pain, limited movement, and inflammation. Deep tissue massage works by physically breaking down these adhesions to relieve pain and restore normal movement.
Massage therapists will use their fingers, thumbs or occasionally even elbows to apply the needed pressure. It is especially helpful for chronically tense and contracted areas such as stiff necks, low back tightness, and sore shoulders. Some of the same strokes are used as classic massage but the movement is slower and the pressure is deeper and concentrated on areas of tension and pain.
Unlike classic Swedish massage therapy, which is used for relaxation, deep tissue massage usually focuses on a specific problem, such as: chronic pain, limited mobility, recovery from injuries (e.g. whiplash, falls, sports injury), repetitive strain injury, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, osteoarthritis pain, fibromyalgia, and muscle spasms.
A combination of reflexology, aromatherapy and massage with essential oils applied to the feet and spine. Designed to bring balance and alignment to the body in a noninvasive manner with its relaxing and mild application. Raindrop stimulates the body on a physical and emotional level.
Therapeutic aromatherapy is a form of vibrational medicine that recognizes that every tissue and organ, as well as the body as a whole, has its own electromagnetic energy field. Most physical conditions and diseases begin to manifest in our energy fields before they occur in our physical bodies. Therapeutic grade essential oils have specific electromagnetic frequencies and tend to migrate to the tissues or organs that resonate with their own frequencies. Some oils move toward muscles, joints, and bones, while others are drawn to the digestive tract, the lymphatic system, the reproductive organs, or to the heart and circulatory system. Oils may be attracted to the liver, the kidneys, the pancreas, the thyroid gland, or the nervous system or brain. This therapeutic method may not only lead to the disappearance of an existing physical problem in the body, but can even prevent a condition that has manifested in the energy field from ever manifesting physically.
The use of undiluted essential oils in Raindrop Technique is consistent with the French model for aromatherapy, which is the most extensively practiced and studied model in the world. Having used essential oils clinically since the 1920’s, the French have consistently recommended neat (undiluted) use of essential oils.
A Raindrop session takes about an hour and may continue to work in the body for up to a week following a session, with possible realignment and bodily adjustment taking place during this time.
Therapeutic aromatherapy is a form of vibrational medicine that recognizes that every tissue and organ, as well as the body as a whole, has its own electromagnetic energy field. Most physical conditions and diseases begin to manifest in our energy fields before they occur in our physical bodies. Therapeutic grade essential oils have specific electromagnetic frequencies and tend to migrate to the tissues or organs that resonate with their own frequencies. Some oils move toward muscles, joints, and bones, while others are drawn to the digestive tract, the lymphatic system, the reproductive organs, or to the heart and circulatory system. Oils may be attracted to the liver, the kidneys, the pancreas, the thyroid gland, or the nervous system or brain. This therapeutic method may not only lead to the disappearance of an existing physical problem in the body, but can even prevent a condition that has manifested in the energy field from ever manifesting physically.
The use of undiluted essential oils in Raindrop Technique is consistent with the French model for aromatherapy, which is the most extensively practiced and studied model in the world. Having used essential oils clinically since the 1920’s, the French have consistently recommended neat (undiluted) use of essential oils.
A Raindrop session takes about an hour and may continue to work in the body for up to a week following a session, with possible realignment and bodily adjustment taking place during this time.
Used in localized areas for treatment of pain or discomfort. Cupping is an alternative therapy that involves suctioning the skin with glass, plastic, or silicone cups. It may help improve blood flow, boost immune function, remove toxins, and reduce pain. Many believe that cupping helps balance yin and yang, or the negative and positive, within the body. Restoring balance between these two extremes is thought to help with the body’s resistance to pathogens as well as its ability to increase blood flow and reduce pain.
Cupping increases blood circulation to the area where the cups are placed. This may relieve muscle tension, which can improve overall blood flow and promote cell repair. It may also help form new connective tissues and create new blood vessels in the tissue.
Cupping marks - a circular skin discoloration, similar to a “hickey”, can develop and be visible on the skin for up to about a week, depending on how long they are stationed on an area. These bruises are NOT tender to the touch as a normal bruise would be. I normally use the cups in a dynamic fashion which does not leave deep discoloration, but in some cases longer durations may be needed depending on the severity of the discomfort or pain.
Cupping increases blood circulation to the area where the cups are placed. This may relieve muscle tension, which can improve overall blood flow and promote cell repair. It may also help form new connective tissues and create new blood vessels in the tissue.
Cupping marks - a circular skin discoloration, similar to a “hickey”, can develop and be visible on the skin for up to about a week, depending on how long they are stationed on an area. These bruises are NOT tender to the touch as a normal bruise would be. I normally use the cups in a dynamic fashion which does not leave deep discoloration, but in some cases longer durations may be needed depending on the severity of the discomfort or pain.
Our 2 hour massage session allows for a deeply relaxing and therapeutic experience, going beyond the typical 60-minute treatment. This extended time allows for a full body massage, with additional time to focus on specific areas of concern or to incorporate more specialized techniques like hot stones. The extra time also allows for more gentle stretches and a more thorough, individualized approach to massage. This isn't just any massage; it's a comprehensive approach focusing on your entire well-being.
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This massage focuses on the head, neck, shoulders and back. May include the use of hot stones, deep tissue techniques, cupping, stretching and essential oils to decrease tension, adhesions and painful trigger points.
Full-body treatment that uses kneading, stroking, tapping, vibration, and friction to relax muscles and relieve tension. Can improve blood circulation, joint and muscle flexibility, and immunity. May also help with stress, pain, and injury recovery. Uses long soothing strokes, kneading, tapping, vibration, and friction to target superficial muscles. Therapists use oil or lotion to reduce skin friction.
Can be intense but shouldn't be painful
Can be intense but shouldn't be painful
A favorite of my patients - Full body relaxation massage with the addition of hot stone therapy to soften stiff, sore muscles. This service does not disappoint! Perfect for gift giving for that special someone or tailored just for you to reduce stress and strain.
Various techniques to facilitate muscle relaxation and flexibility. Full body massage with additional cupping, hydrotherapy, and/or hot stones. Focused time on head, neck, shoulders, hips,and/or back plus special spa amenities.
Focuses on face, head, neck and shoulders to help relieve stress, tension and sinus pressure.
