Handcrafted Massage

10/13/2026

I can't believe I've been lucky enough to spend the last 15 years helping people!

When I moved to Spokane in 2011 to start massage school, I had no idea how much this career would bless my life. My son, pictured below, was just a little guy back then, and now he's a senior in high school! Where has the time gone?!

Over the years, I've touched a whole lot of naked people haha but seriously, the people I've met along the way have had such an impact on my life.

I've heard your stories, celebrated your victories, shared your struggles, and made some wonderful friendships along the way.

I'm so grateful for everyone who has trusted me, supported my business, and allowed me to be a small part of their lives.

THANK YOU for 15 amazing years! I truly couldn't imagine doing anything else.

10/05/2026

Hi, I'm Autumn!

If you've been coming to me for a while, you probably already know way more about me than you ever planned to. But for those who don't...

I've been a massage therapist since 2011 (which is kind of wild to think about). I opened Handcrafted Massage in 2020 and haven’t looked back.

Outside of work, I'm a runner, a dog mom (and a regular mom) and I love traveling, game night, spending time outside, talking, cooking and reading. I also love Medical Lake and so grateful to be practicing in such a great small town.

One of the things I love most about massage is that there's always more to learn. Bodies are complicated, people are different and everyone has a story.

So if you're new here—hi! I'm Autumn and I'd love the opportunity to help you live your best life 💆‍♀️

10/01/2026

🩷 We’re going PINK this October!

Handcrafted Massage is going pink this month in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

This month, we honor the fighters, celebrate the survivors, remember those we’ve lost, and support everyone whose life has been touched by breast cancer.

Here’s to strength, hope, healing, and community.

Handcrafted Massage
Promoting Wellness Through Bodywork

09/15/2026

If you've never had a massage before—or it's been a long time—it can feel a little awkward walking into an appointment when you don't really know what to expect.

So here's what an appointment with me actually looks like.

We start by talking. I'll ask what's bothering you, what you'd like to work on, and if there's anything I need to know before we get started. You don't need to know anatomy or exactly what's wrong. “My shoulder hurts when I do this” is plenty.

Then I'll step out of the room so you can get comfortable on the table. You undress to your comfort level, get under the sheet and blanket, and you're properly draped throughout the entire massage. Only the area I'm actively working on is uncovered.

And there's a pretty good chance you'll meet Maisie the golden doodle. She likes to greet people when they come in and will often make herself comfortable in the massage room while I'm working. She's become a little bit of an unofficial Handcrafted Massage employee at this point.

During the massage, communication is always okay. If the pressure is too much, not enough, you're cold, you need to move, something doesn't feel right—or you just need to use the bathroom—tell me. You aren't going to hurt my feelings.

You also don't have to talk! Some people chat with me for their entire appointment. Some say three words and fall asleep. Both are completely normal.

Afterward, I'll give you a few minutes to get dressed and we'll talk about anything I noticed or anything that might be helpful going forward. Sometimes I have a stretch or a little homework for you. Sometimes the recommendation is simply to see how you feel over the next couple of days.

That's it.

No need to know massage etiquette. No need to know exactly what to ask for. And definitely no need to apologize for your legs not being shaved.

09/05/2026

Employee Spotlight:

I’d like everyone to meet one of the hardest-working members of Handcrafted Massage.

As you can see, Maisie takes her job VERY seriously.

Her responsibilities include greeting clients, making sure everyone gets properly greeted upon arrival, supervising massage appointments, and apparently… sleeping on company time.

If you’ve been in for a massage lately, there’s a pretty good chance you’ve met Maisie. She usually settles in once your massage starts and is perfectly content to snooze in the room while I work.
Honestly, I love having her here with me, and she’s become a pretty regular part of the Handcrafted Massage experience.

Be honest — are you coming for the massage or are you coming to see Maisie?

08/30/2026

One of the things I really love about massage is that no two appointments are ever the same.

When you come in, I want to know what's going on today. Maybe your neck has been driving you crazy. Maybe you've been running more than usual. Maybe everything hurts and you just want to relax for an hour.

That's why I don't really believe in making you choose between a bunch of different "types" of massage.

Your appointment time is yours. My experience and training lets me pull from a variety of knowledge. We can use different techniques and modalities throughout the session depending on what we're working on and what your body needs that day.

It's not a one-size-fits-all type of therapy. It's your massage.

08/06/2026

What modalities do I offer?

General Wellness Massage:
A gentle, restorative massage using light to medium pressure to promote relaxation and overall well-being. Perfect for stress relief, better sleep, and easing mild tension.

Medical Massage:
A focused massage tailored to specific conditions or injuries. Techniques are customized to help reduce pain, improve mobility, and support recovery. (Billable under the code 97124 NPI: 1518382134)

Manual Lymph Drainage:
A gentle, rhythmic technique that supports lymphatic flow and reduces swelling.

Intraoral Massage:
Specialized massage technique that focuses on the muscles inside and around the mouth, jaw and face. This technique helps with issues such as headaches, facial trauma, whiplash, TMJ disorder/ grinding, jaw pain, speaking and chewing dysfunction. (Billable under the code 97124 NPI: 1518382134)

Prenatal Massage:
Specialized care for expectant mothers, using safe techniques to relieve back pain, reduce swelling, and promote relaxation during pregnancy.

Deep Tissue Massage:
A more intensive treatment that targets deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue. Ideal for chronic tension, muscle stiffness, and stubborn knots.

Sports & Athletic Massage:
Designed for active individuals, this massage helps improve performance, prevent injury, and support faster recovery after workouts or events.

Injury Rehabilitation:
A goal-oriented treatment focused on restoring movement, reducing pain, and supporting recovery from soft tissue injuries.

Myofascial Release:
Gentle, sustained pressure techniques that release tension in the fascia to improve mobility, posture, and overall body function.

Autumn R Childe LMT/CPT
509 688 4889
handcraftedmassage.net
Lic # MA60238003
https://book.heygoldie.com/Handcrafted-Massage

07/05/2026

Massage typically falls under two umbrella categories-

General Wellness Massage:
A gentle, restorative massage using light to medium pressure to promote relaxation and overall well-being. Perfect for stress relief, better sleep, and easing mild tension.

Medical Massage:
A focused massage tailored to specific conditions or injuries. Techniques are customized to help reduce pain, improve mobility, and support recovery. (Billable under the code 97124 NPI: 1518382134)

Depending on your needs and goals I then use a variety of techniques to achieve positive results during our session. What modalities do I offer?

Manual Lymph Drainage:
A gentle, rhythmic technique that supports lymphatic flow and reduces swelling.

Intraoral Massage:
Specialized massage technique that focuses on the muscles inside and around the mouth, jaw and face. This technique helps with issues such as headaches, facial trauma, whiplash, TMJ disorder/ grinding, jaw pain, speaking and chewing dysfunction. (Billable under the code 97124 NPI: 1518382134)

Prenatal Massage:
Specialized care for expectant mothers, using safe techniques to relieve back pain, reduce swelling, and promote relaxation during pregnancy.

Deep Tissue Massage:
A more intensive treatment that targets deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue. Ideal for chronic tension, muscle stiffness, and stubborn knots.

Sports & Athletic Massage:
Designed for active individuals, this massage helps improve performance, prevent injury, and support faster recovery after workouts or events.

Injury Rehabilitation:
A goal-oriented treatment focused on restoring movement, reducing pain, and supporting recovery from soft tissue injuries.

Myofascial Release:
Gentle, sustained pressure techniques that release tension in the fascia to improve mobility, posture, and overall body function.

Autumn R Childe LMT/CPT
509 688 4889
handcraftedmassage.net
Lic # MA60238003
https://book.heygoldie.com/Handcrafted-Massage

Autumn R Childe LMT 509 688 4889 Promoting wellness through bodywork  Each session begins with a consultation to discuss your concerns and goals. Throughout the massage, we’ll maintain open communication to ensure the pressure is comfortable and the treatment supports your wellness objectives. I ...

06/23/2026

06/20/2026

HANDCRAFTED MASSAGE is staying busy these days and I am so thankful! I notice more people are joining the waitlist and I want to take a minute to communicate how I manage waitlist appointments. These often happen last minute and are needed to be filled promptly. Here is the standard procedure for waitlisted clients.

Waitlist Policy:

Occasionally appointments become available due to cancellations or schedule changes. To help fill these openings fairly and efficiently, Handcrafted Massage maintains a cancellation/waitlist list.

How the Waitlist Works

- Clients on the waitlist will be contacted when an appointment becomes available that may fit their preferences.

- Available appointments are offered on a first-response basis and cannot be held without confirmation.

- Because openings often occur on short notice, clients will typically have a limited time to respond.

- Unless otherwise stated, waitlist offers will expire after 2 hours. If no response is received within that timeframe, the appointment may be offered to the next client.

- A response indicating interest does not guarantee the appointment if another client confirms first.

- Once an appointment is confirmed, standard cancellation and rescheduling policies apply.

Last-Minute Openings

Appointments that become available within 24 hours may be announced to multiple waitlist clients at the same time to ensure the opening can be filled promptly. In these situations, the appointment will be given to the first client who confirms availability.

Thank you for understanding. These guidelines help ensure appointment openings are offered fairly while allowing available times to be filled as efficiently as possible.