As a nurse and holistic massage therapist, I specialize in providing therapeutic massage to adults and children with medical and neurological challenges and wellness massage to children and seniors. I practice integrative holistic massage therapy, which means I custom design each session to your individual needs using a combination of the modalities listed below. This approach assists my clients in reaching their optimal potential of harmony in their body, mind and spirit.
In my practice I use therapeutic grade essential oils, organic coconut oil and plant based lotions that are nut and paraben free.
AROMATHERAPY
Aromatherapy, essential oils have been used as a healing technique for thousands of years. They work on the cellular level and have positive effects on the mind, body and spirit. The oils are extracted from plants and can be inhaled, or added to lotion/oil and applied to the skin. Aromatherapy helps you feel relaxed, and aids in reducing pain, stress, anxiety and emotional trauma. It also improves circulation, boosts the immune system, helps your body detoxify and assists in cell regeneration.
HEALING TOUCH
Healing Touch is an energy-based therapeutic approach to healing. With this modality, I use the power of touch to restore harmony and balance to your energy system, thereby encouraging physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health.
HOSPICE MASSAGE
In providing Hospice Massage I use compassionate presence, caring, and gentle touch with children and adults. In my experience, the right touch at the right moment can be far more effective than words in providing comfort and support. Touch reinforces the wholeness of the individual, regardless of what may be happening in their body and mind. This physical connection reassures the person that they are not alone, and it provides an opportunity for self-expression. Touch continues to be an appropriate care giving technique when a person becomes less responsive, or is no longer able to communicate verbally.
INFANT MASSAGE INSTRUCTION
As a certified instructor, I teach parents how to safely massage their infants. This specialized form of loving touch provides baby with connection, bonding and trust. It also stimulates the developing nervous system, improves the immune system, helps in relaxation and sleep, reduces stress, aids in digestion, and helps relieve discomfort from teething and colic.
MEDICAL MASSAGE
As a nurse, and holistic health practitioner, I use my training and experience to develop individualized safe and effective body therapy sessions for children and adults. Medical Massage is helpful for various medical challenges, injuries, special needs and trauma. These sessions may help to mitigate pain and stress,balance energy, promote recovery from injury and assist the client in reaching their potential.
ONCOLOGY MASSAGE
My nursing background, education and training in oncology massage allows me to provide safe massage therapy and energy balancing for children and adults living with cancer. This modality is helpful for patients in treatment, in recovery and those with a history of cancer. I tailor each session to meet the client’s specific needs by making modifications to pressure and location, and adjustments to the client’s positioning. Some of the many benefits of oncology massage include: reduction in pain, nausea, anxiety, and fatigue; improvement in sleep, and promotion of a greater sense of well being.
PEDIATRIC MASSAGE
Research has shown that children need appropriate touch in order to fully develop their body, mind and spirit. I offer safe, nurturing touch therapy for toddlers, the growing child and children with special needs. In these sessions, I incorporate fun movement, games, and storytelling with appropriate healthy touch. The many benefits of massage for children may include: improved muscle tone and relaxation, enhanced respiratory function, decreased anxiety and aggressiveness, reduced hyperactivity and hypersensitivity, and improved sleep.
REFLEXOLOGY
Reflexology involves manipulation of specific reflex areas in the foot, hands, and ears that correspond to other parts of the body. In Reflexology, I work with the body’s energy flow to stimulate self-healing, and to maintain balance in physical and emotional function. This technique is used to reduce pain, increase relaxation, and stimulate circulation of blood and lymphatic fluids. It is especially useful for emotional healing.
REIKI ENERGY HEALING
Reiki healing is an energy healing art that originated in Japan. In a Reiki healing session, I place my hands on or just above the client’s body to activate healing energy within receptive points on the body. Then the life force (ki or chi) creates a a harmonic flow of energy, which allows healing to occur through the return of physical, mental, and spiritual balance.
SENIOR MASSAGE
Senior massage addresses the physiological and psychological aspects of aging and its associated medical conditions. I adjust the client’s positioning, massage techniques and pressure to meet individual needs. Research has shown that Senior Massage may facilitate relaxation, reduce tension, increase range of motion, promote joint lubrication, aid in sleep, and boost natural energy levels. It may also encourage mental awareness, promote communication and a sense of connection.
SWEDISH MASSAGE
In a Swedish massage session I apply lotion to your body and use long smooth strokes and pressure appropriate to your needs. The many benefits of Swedish massage may include general relaxation, rejuvenation and improved circulation. This technique may also speed healing and reduce swelling from injury.
VIBRATIONAL HEALING MASSAGE THERAPY
Vibrational Healing Massage Therapy (VHMT) is an integrative body therapy designed to restore physical and mental fluidity. In a VHMT session I use gentle compressions, stretching, and rocking movements. The intention of this therapy is to balance energy by sending oscillating waves through the body to release tension, stress, pain, and restore emotional harmony.