Welcome, if you’re looking for a professional massage therapist, you’ve come to the right place.
I am trained in a variety of modalities, and you can click on the "Services & Rates" page to learn more about the various techniques I use in my work.
Also, if you’d like to set up an appointment with me, click on "Contact Me" and send me a message. I will call you back to confirm the details of your appointment, and also answer any questions you might have.
Thanks for visiting, and have a great day!
Your Massage Therapy Session
Before you recieve your session, it is a good idea to avoid eating large or heavy meals, sugar, caffeine, or other stimulants. You may also want to shower or bathe directly before your session, not only out of courtesy to your therapist, but also to help start loosening any tight muscles you might have.
Before your session begins your therapist may ask you some questions regarding your medical history, physical condition, life-style, etc. Your therapist may assess any "problem" areas by observing your posture, checking for limited or painful range of motion, and gently pressing for tender areas.
Your session will be administered in a comfortable and private environment. Please be sure to silence phones, this time belongs to you and nobody else.
The type of session you will be recieving and the specific areas of your body that your therapist will be working on will determine your require state of undress. You may leave undergarments on or take them off as you prefer. The only area of your body that will be uncovered during your session will be the area that your therapist is working on at that time.
Generally the areas of the body included in a full body session are the neck, shoulders, arms (to include areas of the underarm), hands and fingers, upper and lower back, gluteals, legs (to include areas of inner thigh), feet and toes, chest, face (to include ears), and scalp.
If there are any areas you would prefer not to include in your session, be sure to let your therapist know.
You will lie on a padded table in a position explained by your therapist. Your therapist will take a moment to ensure that you are properly positioned, sufficiently covered, and that you are comfortable. Be sure to inform your therapist of anything that distracts you from your comfort such as your position, the room temperature, lighting, etc. Remember this is your session, so be comfortable.
If at any time during your session you experience any pain, discomfort or uneasiness of any sort, immediately inform your therapist. Massage therapy, when administered on healthy tissue is a very pleasurable sensation. In the area of injury or muscle tension, massage therapy may, at first cause some discomfort. When your therapist locates these areas on your body, it will be your natural reaction to tense and hold your breath. It is very important that you consciously try to relax these areas and remember to breathe deeply. This will lessen any discomfort you might experience from these areas.
Conversely, if at any time during your session your therapist works on an area or uses a technique that you find particularly enjoyable, be sure to let your therapist know. If time permits extra time can be spent on that area or technique. Your therapist will appreciate your feedback and will know next time to include extra time for these areas or techniques.
As your session begins, close your eyes and allow yourself to relax as completely as possible. Focus your attention on your breathing, which should be slow, deep, and even. Conversation as enjoyable as it may be, can be distracting to your relaxation.
Allow your therapist to move your limbs into various positions. Try to go limp, like a rag doll. You do not need to help. Your therapist is paid to take care of your body so all you need to do is relax.
Many people fall asleep during their session, an indication that there bodies are letting go of stress and tension. Should you fall asleep your therapist will gently wake you when it is time to reposition or end the session. Feel free to nap.
After your massage, you should drink extra water for the next 24 hours to help flush out the toxins released by your session. You may also want to take an Epsom salt bath.
Be sure to ask your therapist any questions you may have about massage therapy or your session in particular.
Enjoy.