By planning ahead by a day or more, you are much more likely to get the time you want. I will do spur-of-the-moment massages whenever possible, but I need at the very least an hour's notice to prepare myself, my massage room and bathroom, and to heat up the hot towels I use during the massage and provide after the massage. But if you are looking for a [...]

When you go to a spa, you're often presented with a menu that offers different rates depending on the kind of massage they do. Typically, they charge more for deep tissue, and they have all kinds of little optional add-ons such as fragrant oils that bring up the price. I don't like to work like that, so I charge only according to the length of time I spend [...]

Today marks one year since I quit smoking [...]

To make an appointment, texting is best! This allows me to keep track of everything that was said. If you would prefer to hear my voice, that's fine - I'm happy to talk over the phone. Just please be sure to leave a message so I can call you back. Unfortunately, I screen all my calls because I get an overabundance of scam callers. Also, it's best to plan [...]

Coming every two weeks or, even better, every week is ideal, but even coming once a month will yield results: better resilience to stress, improved mobility, fewer pain flareups, even healthier aging. Sore muscles are kept in check with regular massage. Keep reading the blog for dozens more benefits! Some more benefits: increases energy level and [...]

Alleviates headaches and migraines Reduces symptoms of arthritis Improves outcomes for people with fibromyalgia Eases PMS and menopause symptoms Supports better digestion by relaxing abdominal muscles and nerves Reduces jaw tension and TMJ-related [...]

Calms the sympathetic nervous system (fight-or-flight) Activates the parasympathetic nervous system (rest and digest) Helps regulate the vagus nerve, supporting mood and digestion Improves body awareness and [...]

Boosts blood circulation, bringing oxygen and nutrients to tissues Encourages lymphatic drainage, supporting detoxification Strengthens immune function (especially with regular sessions) Reduces blood pressure over [...]

Relieves muscle tension and soreness Improves flexibility and range of motion Breaks up adhesions and scar tissue Helps prevent injury by maintaining muscle health Speeds up recovery from physical activity or injury Improves posture by balancing muscular [...]

It's pretty amazing what all getting massages on a regular basis can do for you. If everything in your body is working to your satisfaction, then getting massages on a monthly basis is a good maintenance schedule. Coming every week or two weeks is even better, but often people have time or money constraints that make doing so difficult. But coming just once [...]