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. Craniosacral therapy is done while the client is fully clothed and lying on the table face up. If getting on/off a massage table is not an option, it can be done while the client is seated comfortably in a chair
Craniosacral therapy for children 12 years and under. Beneficial for addressing birth strain patterns, inconsolable crying, breastfeeding issues, reflux, and more. Parent/guardian is present during the treatment. Breaks are taken as needed depending on the child. Stuffed "friends" are welcome to attend for moral support as needed.
Pregnancy Massage is a style of bodywork designed specifically for pregnant women. Pregnancy is a time when a woman's body endures tremendous stress due to dramatic physical and emotional changes. Using various techniques specially developed for the expecting mother, Pregnancy Massage helps release the pain and discomfort experienced throughout pregnancy. The benefits are profound, including emotional support, the relief of joint pain due to extra weight and postural imbalance, and improved breathing and relaxation.
Pregnancy Massage is a style of bodywork designed specifically for pregnant women. Pregnancy is a time when a woman's body endures tremendous stress due to dramatic physical and emotional changes. Using various techniques specially developed for the expecting mother, Pregnancy Massage helps release the pain and discomfort experienced throughout pregnancy. The benefits are profound, including emotional support, the relief of joint pain due to extra weight and postural imbalance, and improved breathing and relaxation. With the extra time in this session, Craniosacral therapy will help to settle the emotional highs and lows that can surround a pregnancy; helping to center and ground the mother-to-be.
Reiki is a Japanese form of energy work that cleanses and balances the energy system in the body. As a result, the body's natural self-healing mechanisms strengthen, helping to establish optimum health. During a session, I work directly with your energy field to remove blockages, detoxify your system, and restore your vital life force energy. Reiki utilizes a gentle laying on of hands to conduct the necessary energy force between us. The benefits of Reiki range from the release of habitual mental/emotional stress to alleviating chronic pain. This service is provided while the client is fully clothed.
A breast massage is the application of therapeutic touch near or around the breasts. It may include working with all the breast tissue, areolas, nipples, lymphatic tissues and other tissue around the ribcage, chest, shoulde and neck areas. Breast massage can be done through clothing or a sheet, or using direct skin contact with or without oil.
Through increasing lymphatic and blood circulation, and freeing connective tissue layers, Breast Massage an reduce symptoms associated with conditions like breast pain, congestion, pre-menstrual swelling and fibrocystic breasts.
For breast feeding mothers, it can help relieve issues with clogged milk ducts, engorgement and discomfort from breastfeeding. It may also help stimulate milk flow and ease the process of nursing.
Breast massage is a wonderful way to promote healthy breast tissue, prepare for screenings (ex mammograms), pre- and post surgical care, and increase relaxation and stress reduction. In addition, massaging through breast tissue can also address structures related to the ribcage, shoulder and neck that may not normally be accessed.
This can be added to a service or a stand alone service. If interested, separate consent forms will be required.