CranioSacral Therapy 

Using gentle touch while testing for movement in various parts of the spine and cranium, CranioSacral Therapy (CST) facilitates the client's own self-corrective rebalancing processes. This therapy encourages natural mechanisms to improve the functioning of the brain and spinal cord, which enhances general health and resistance to disease, as well as encouraging relaxation of the nervous system. CST involves massaging the bones of the skull, spine and sacrum to loosen or release restrictions or blockages in the dural membrane that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. These restrictions/blockages can contribute to pain and dysfunction.

Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Lymphatic Drainage Massage (LDM) stimulates the body’s lymphatic system, helping to improve lymph flow, directly affecting the body’s immune system and fluid balance. When the lymphatic processes become impaired, significant problems can develop, including toxin and fibrotic tissue build-up, edema, and fluid retention.

LDM is valuable in both pre- and post- operative surgical situations, as well as a wide range of conditions including, but not limited to: 

• fluid retention in joints and tissues
• lymph node removal and lymphedema
• acne
• allergies
• chronic fatigue
• chronic mastitis
• chronic sinusitis
• migraine headaches
• scar tissue
• stress & anxiety

Neuromuscular Massage Therapy

A comprehensive program of soft tissue manipulation techniques that balance the central nervous system (brain, spinal cord and nerves) with the structure and form of the musculo-skeletal system (skeleton and muscles of the body), neuromuscular massage is massage applied to specific muscles, often used to increase blood flow, release knots of muscle tension, or release pain/pressure on nerves. One type of this therapy is also known as Trigger Point Therapy, in that concentrated finger pressure is applied to "trigger points" of muscular pain.

Swedish Massage

Swedish Massage is a variety of techniques specifically designed to relax muscles by applying pressure to them against deeper muscles and bones, and rubbing in the same direction as the flow of blood returning to the heart. It’s main purpose is to increase the oxygen flow in the blood and release toxins from the muscles.

 Deep Tissue Massage

Deep Tissue Massage focuses on the deeper layers of muscle tissue. It aims to release the chronic patterns of tension in the body through slow strokes and deep finger pressure on the contracted areas, either following or going across the muscle fibers, tendons and fascia.

Its intent is to release chronic muscle tension through slower strokes and more direct deep pressure or friction. It helps to break up and eliminate scar tissue, and usually focuses on more specific areas.

 Sports Massage

Sports Massage is typically used before, during, and after athletic events to prepare the athlete for peak performance to help alleviate the stress and tension which builds up in the body’s soft tissues during physical activity. It also helps to relieve swelling, reduces muscle tension, promotes flexibility and prevents injuries. Rather than promoting relaxation, the focus is on stretching and clearing out metabolic waste products that build up in the muscles.

 Pre- & Post Natal Massage

This technique is designed to alleviate the pain and discomfort associated with pregnancy and childbirth. I have cushions that allow a pregnant mother-to-be to lie face down without discomfort or danger to the fetus. I originally learned these techniques so I could work on my wife when she was pregnant with our two children, but I have since help many others through their pregnancies.

Reiki

Based on the principle of Universal Life Energy or Chi, Reiki is believed to date back to early Tibetan healing practices. Discovered in the 1800's by a Japanese philosopher and Christian seminary educator, Dr. Mikao Usui, Reiki was brought to the United States in the mid-1900s. As an energy healing technique, Reiki involves hands-on touch and visualization applied to the entire body, serving to align chakras (energy centers throughout the body) and bring healing energy to organs and glands. It works by supporting the body’s natural ability to heal itself. The practitioner, trained to access and serve as a channel for the life energy, uses a passive touch which some clients experience as warmth or a tingling feeling.