MY APPROACH TO HEALING IS HOLISTIC, TRULY INCORPORATING ALL ASPECTS OF ANATOMY, SPIRITUALITY, AND THE INDIVIDUAL HEALTH NEEDS OF EACH BODY. I draw from the following list of techniques and modalities and tailor each session for the client’s needs. THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
The bulk of clients require therapeutic deep tissue massage, which is physical manipulation of soft tissue. It’s a traditional massa
ge, in which the primary focus is on the muscular skeletal and nervous systems. HOLISTIC BODYWORK
The basis of this modality is therapeutic massage while taking additional considerations for holistic healing and the sessions are typically built upon with consecutive treatments. The goal of these sessions are to address not only physical pain, but emotional pain that may be manifesting in an individual’s body. This is a profound healing practice where the client can expect to feel release not only on a physical level but emotionally and psychologically. This is achieved by opening the mind-body communication, identifying pain patterns, and then integrating and/or releasing pain through soft tissue work (therapeutic deep tissue massage), breathing techniques, energy work, guided meditation, and restorative yoga postures. Clients may wish to specify Trauma Informed Bodywork to be integrated into a Holistic Bodywork session. TRAUMA INFORMED BODYWORK
This massage modality is designed for survivors of trauma, those experiencing PTSD, and anyone experiencing high anxiety and stress on a regular basis. These sessions address physical manifestations of trauma in the body in a safe and non-triggering environment. In addition to traditional techniques such as Swedish massage and deep tissue work, the practitioner utilizes breathing exercises, guided meditation, and restorative yoga postures. Each session is confidential and tailored to fit the needs and experiences of the individual. During the pre-session consultation, additional considerations that may be taken to ensure a safe space are discussed. It is not necessary to discuss the particulars of the client’s trauma, however, it is highly recommended to communicate specific triggers to the practitioner prior to the first session. Clients have the option to sign a release granting communication between their mental health professional and their massage therapist. NUTRITION & HERBALISM COACHING
These sessions do not involve any physical touch and may be conducted virtually. Each person’s nutrition needs are unique. This is meant for individuals looking to deepen their wellness internally. We complete an initial health consultation/history in which we discuss goals around lifestyle, food/nutrition, physical movement, and spirituality. These all play a role in our overall health. I give guidance in these areas, primarily involving nutrition and support through plant medicine. After the initial consultation, we meet once a month for six months, working together towards achieving health and wellness goals.
