Therapeutic Offerings
My Theraputic Sessions Comprise a Mix of 3 Modalities
Rates
Myofascial Release
1 HOUR
$130
Trigger Point Therapy
90 MINUTES
$160
Structural Alignment
2 HOURS
$220
What is Myofascial Release Massage?
Myofascial Release is a therapeutic approach that targets the fascial network, a continuous web of connective tissue that surrounds and supports every muscle, organ, and bone in the body. Interestingly, it has actually coined the nic-name "the connective tissue of conciousness." This fascia helps everything in the body stay connected and communicates with different systems, facilitating movement and flexibility. I want you to imagine a peice of chocolate. If your muscles are the chocolate, you fascia is the wrapper around it. You have it everywhere, even in your eyes! It is so super cool, like the It is comprised mostly of water amazingly. Over time, though, the fascia can become restricted due to injury, poor hydration, stress, or repetitive movements, leading to pain, stiffness, and a general feeling of “tightness” throughout the body.
Unlike traditional massage, which often focuses on muscles, Myofascial Release works specifically on the fascial lines to release these restrictions. Using a gentle, sustained pressure, the technique stretches and softens the fascial tissues, helping to restore flexibility, reduce pain, and improve circulation. The aim is not just to address symptoms but to help correct imbalances at the root level, allowing for a lasting, holistic improvement in your body’s function and comfort.
What is Trigger Point Therapy?
Trigger Point Therapy is a specialized massage technique that targets specific, sensitive spots within muscles, often referred to as “knots” or “trigger points.” These points form due to muscle overuse, injury, stress, or poor posture, and they create tension that can radiate pain to other areas of the body. The fibers of the muscle end up becoming constantly contracted in certain places thus causing them bound up evil little pain points. Muscles actually become weaker due to the points causing the muscle to constantly overwork thus creating a chronic fatigue within the all of it's muscle fibers. Trigger points can cause a surprising range of discomfort, from sharp, localized pain to persistent, aching sensations that affect multiple regions.
During a session, I pinpoint and apply focused pressure on these areas to help the muscle release its tension and restore to original function. Expect it to be intense and highly sensative when these points are found. As pressure is applied and held on a specific point, it will force a release to take place which could cause the musle to do a little spasm as the fibers let go. -*that part feels really good* :)
This process encourages the muscle fibers to lengthen and relax, relieving tension both within the affected muscle and in the surrounding areas that might be impacted by the trigger point’s referred pain.
What is Structural Integration?
Structural Integration is a specialized form of bodywork designed to align and balance the body by working with the connective tissue system. This therapy is based on the idea that the body functions best when it’s in alignment with gravity, and over time, poor posture, stress, injuries, and repetitive movements can pull us out of alignment. Structural Integration works through a series of sessions to release tension and realign the body, creating more natural, balanced movement patterns.
This technique focuses on the fascia, the connective tissue network that surrounds and supports every muscle, organ, and bone. By applying slow, deliberate pressure, Structural Integration releases deep-seated tension and restrictions in the fascial system, allowing the body to find a new, healthier alignment. The result is not just relief from pain, but a whole-body sense of ease and better posture, improving how you feel and move every day.
Benefits of Massage
Massage offers a wealth of benefits, many of which go far beyond relaxation and muscle relief. Regular sessions can boost the immune system by enhancing lymphatic flow, helping the body detoxify and fend off infections more effectively. Massage is also known to improve mental clarity by lowering cortisol levels, which promotes better concentration, memory, and cognitive function. By activating the parasympathetic nervous system, massage can aid digestion and improve nutrient absorption, supporting overall gut health. Less commonly known, massage also increases flexibility in the connective tissues and may reduce scar tissue, supporting better overall movement and a greater sense of bodily freedom. Consistent massage may reduce scar tissue, and even encourages deeper, more restful sleep by releasing tension in your nervous system. Additionally, massage can promote skin health by increasing blood flow to the skin’s surface, giving you a natural glow and healthier, more resilient skin. There's so many benefits! Massages are just endless goodness for your health.