European and East Asian Bodywork
aromatherapy body treatment
This is a gentle massage that uses high quality essential oils selected specially for you to soothe the nervous system while stimulating the lymphatic and circulatory systems. The benefits of this nurturing, aromatic massage last all day.
deep-tissue/sports massage
This treatment specifically addresses muscles groups used during your exercise routine and athletic pursuits. Using a variety of massage strokes and stretching, Sports Massage relaxes tired, strained muscles, stretches tight muscles, increases joint range of motion, normalizes facial tension, and increases blood circulation. Sports Massage also reduces recovery time after a workout and promotes strengthening and optimal performance. A handout with stretching instruction specific to your sport or activity helps you continue self-care.
head, neck, and shoulder massage
A 20-minute relaxation massage that allows you to unwind tension from sitting for long periods or driving long distances.
neuromuscular therapy
In this touch therapy, areas of pain or stiffness are identified, then relieved by trigger point therapy and myofascial release. Some commonly treated symptoms are thoracic outlet syndrome, sciatica, tension headaches, whiplash and repetitive stress injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome. Valuable self-care homework, designed by your therapist, helps you continue your healing process and increase your range of motion.
shiatsu therapy
The shiatsu practitioner combines palm and finger pressure along with rotation, structural movement, and stretching techniques to stimulate the smooth flow of energy throughout the body. Shiatsu works effectively with chronic pain, reducing body-based stress and increasing flexibility.
stone therapy massage
Therapeutic stone massage promotes physical and spiritual balancing by using the energies of warm volcanic stones to relax the body at its deepest level. This ancient healing modality moves energy to depleted areas, relieves sore muscles, and produces a soothing and meditative state of peace, calm, and balance.
thai massage
In an atmosphere of reverence and meditation, the therapist guides your body through a flowing sequence of yoga-based stretches, while applying rhythmic pressure along the energy pathways and points. Each session is designed to meet your individual needs and abilities.
trager therapy
Relieve chronic pain and tightness through this gentle clothes-on therapy of rocking movements and soft pressure that releases body and mind.
Healing Arts are available by appointment only:
