Where will my massage or bodywork session take place?
Must I be completely undressed?
Will the practitioner be present when I disrobe?
Will I be covered during the session?
What parts of my body will be massaged?
What will the massage or bodywork feel like?
Are there different kinds of massage and bodywork?
What should I do during the massage or bodywork session?
How will I feel after the massage or bodywork session?
What are the benefits of massage and bodywork?
Are there any medical conditions that would make massage or bodywork inadvisable?
Where will my massage or bodywork session take place?
Your massage or bodywork session will take place in a warm, comfortable, quiet room. Soft music may be played to help you relax. You will lie on a table especially designed for your comfort.
Must I be completely undressed?
Most massage and bodywork techniques are traditionally performed with the client unclothed; however, I ask my clients to wear flexible athletic or pajama shorts and a comfortable, thin strapped bra or tank top for clients with breasts. The light clothing allows for client comfort during active movement and assisted stretching. Top sheets or blankets are available upon request.
Will the practitioner be present when I disrobe?
The practitioner will leave the room while you change clothes and lie down on the table. .
What parts of my body will be massaged?
A typical full-body session will include work on your back, arms, glutes (buttocks), legs, feet, hands, head, neck, and shoulders. None of this is required. Every person has the right to opt out of being touched anywhere that does not feel comfortable for them.
What will the massage or bodywork feel like?
Most of my techniques draw from myofascial therapy or Structural Integration, which use little to no oil. I use an unscented pure shea butter that does not leave clients greasy. In this style, friction or engagement with the tissue is designed to reduce tension, but should not cause pain, so each client is asked to provide feedback on what feels best for them.
What should I do during the massage or bodywork session?
Be yourself! The only expectation is that you speak honestly, provide feedback if there is any pain, and finally, to respect me as a therapist and an individual.
How will I feel after the massage or bodywork session?
The most common response is that people feel lighter, that it is easier to move through previously stiff or limited ranges of motion. Overtime, most people experience a reduction in pain and stress levels. It is not totally unheard of for people to feel ready to take a nap!
What are the benefits of massage and bodywork?
Massage has been shown to reduce depression and anxiety, promote better sleep, and reduce pain in sensitive areas. My unique blend of movement, myofascial and mindfulness work shift each client's perception of their body and pain which provides greater autonomy and self-efficacy when they re-enter the world!
Are there any medical conditions that would make massage or bodywork inadvisable?
Yes. If you have a contagious skin condition, you should seek treatment and book your massage for after it has abated. Any acute injuries that have swelling or bleeding should be treated by a health care professional, whether it be a physical therapist or physician. Other signs and symptoms that should be reviewed by a physician before booking a massage:
- Sudden onset of shooting pain down both legs
- Numbness/lack of control in the pelvic floor or groin
- Severe, sudden onset of abdominal pain
