Frequently Asked Questions

  • During your first session, we will have an in-depth intake to discuss health history, treatment goals, session goals, and address any concerns before the hands on work begins. I am always available for questions prior to the session if having those answers will allow you to show up to the session as your full self.

  • I am certified in relaxation and clinical massage and have level 1 certification in reiki and craniosacral therapy. I also really enjoy working on mobility issues through active/passive stretching techniques, especially those with chronic pain/stagnation. However, each session is catered to you, your needs, and what your body is asking for!

  • Relaxation massage techniques include broader strokes and is often used for full-body sessions. The purposes is as it sounds - for relaxation.

    Clinical massage is a modality that usually focuses on a more specific area of the body, often addresses trigger points, and meant for therapeutic purposes like joint mobility work.

    Many therapists (myself included) use a blend of these two modalities to create a seamless experience for you!

  • A trigger point is a small nodule that forms within the layers of the tissues. It can be painful when compressed and often refers a sensation (pain, numbness, tingling, burning) to another area of the body. It can also radiate locally. Physiologically, trigger points form when a muscle is not able to fully relax and an excess of calcium and other chemicals builds in an attempt to "restart" the muscle fibers. Some people refer to these as "knots" but sometimes "knots" are tense muscle areas without being trigger points.

  • I encourage you to wear clothing that's easy for you to move in. I may do range of motion testing with active/passive stretching techniques before the hands-on work starts. Jeans are often a hard fabric to be wearing for this!

  • Yes! I can accept HSA cards just like a credit card. It is up to you to work with your HSA provider on covered services, and I am happy to provide a receipt for your convenience.