MASSAGE THERAPIES

Swedish/Circulatory
Swedish massage is the most commonly offered and best known type of massage. It uses a firm but gentle pressure to improve the circulation, ease muscle aches and tension, improve flexibility and create relaxation.

Shiatsu
The term Shiatsu literally means "finger pressure". In reality, various parts of the giver's body (fingers, thumbs, palms, forearms, even feet and knees) are used to apply pressure to the receiver's body. This can be targeted at general areas or specific acu-points. These techniques are used in conjunction with stretches, joint rotations and joint manipulation. Treatment is carried out fully clothed, usually with the receiver lying or sitting on a low table.

Thai Massage
Thai Massage is an interactive manipulation of the body using passive stretching and gentle pressure along energy lines. These movements help to, adjust the skeletal structure, increase flexibility, relieve muscular and joint tension, stimulate internal organs, and balance the body's energy system. The effect is uniquely relaxing as well as energizing. Receiving a Thai massage is a bit like doing yoga without putting forth any effort while also getting acupressure treatments! Treatment is carried out fully clothed, usually with the receiver lying or sitting on a low table.

Aromatherapy Massage
A relaxing massages utilizing quality essential oils. The oils are custom blended for you based on the mental, physical, and/or emotional areas you feel are in need of therapeutic benefit.Deep Tissue Sculpting
Medium to deep pressure is utilized to relax chronically tight areas. Muscle stretching and moist hot packs are also utilized to promote further release of tension and constriction.

Executive Massage
Perfect for those on a lunch break or for those who choose not to get undressed? This consists of a 30-minute massage to the hands and feet and 30 minutes dedicated to your neck and scalp.

Hara
Medium to deep work done on the stomach only. This massage is recommended for those with digestive difficulties and pre- and post-menstrual symptoms. Hara can be done as a modality on its own or added to other massage therapies.

Lomi Ke Ala Hoku
A form of Hawaiian temple massage with profound relaxing results. Hawaiian music and coconut oil are used to enhance the experience.

Pregnancy/Post Partum
These massages focus on areas of discomfort associated with many changes occurring in the mother's body, both before and after delivery. A wonderful gift for a most deserving woman. Can be performed right up to the week of delivery and following delivery once the initial soreness dissipates.Reflexology
Reflexology treats the entire body by applying pressure on specific points on the foot principally, but can also include the ear, face, and hands. By massaging points which relate to specific organs or parts of the body, imbalances in the body can be addressed.

Relaxation
A wonderful massage utilizing a variety of techniques (Swedish, Lomi, passive joint range of motion, etc.) to promote relaxation. Excellent for those who are having their first massage and for those who need to de-stress.

Scalp Massage
A deeply relaxing treatment that invigorates hair follicles and cranial tissues. Includes a brief massage to the neck and shoulders. This massage can be done with or without oil.

Sports Massage
Pre-event / Post event / Performance maintenance.
This massage primarily focuses on fascia release and trigger point work directed specifically at muscles used in athletic activities.

 
Therapeutic
Our most popular massage. This focuses on problem tension areas with medium to deep pressure for the initial half of the massage. The last half is spent utilizing relaxing techniques. 

Pricing: half hour: $45, one hour $85 one and a half hours $115

Getting the most out of your massage
Your only job during a massage is to relax as completely as possible. You should feel free to give feedback during your massage.
Be sure to drink lots of water after your massage.
Before your next massage begins, be sure to give us feedback about how you felt after your last therapy.

Massage is by appointment and we do have a 24 hour cancellation policy

Miranda Tysor, LMT
Miranda is a Licensed, Massage Therapist, trained at National Holistic Institute in the Bay Area, where she had extensive training in several modalities such as, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Pregnancy, Sports Therapy and Trigger Point Therapy. She received her Certification in 2000 and was Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork by NCTMB in 2005. She is also an active member of the International Massage Association.
Practicing for over 7 years, Miranda strategically customizes each therapy session according to her clients needs. Her mission is to inform and educate her clients of their bodies healing potential facilitated through Massage and bodywork. Her hope is that each client will adopt and commit to an overall holistic lifestyle program.

Chantal Davis, BA, LMT
Chantal is a massage therapist, trained at the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, where she is currently enrolled and pursuing a masters degree in Oriental Medicine. Chantal received her massage certification in 2006, and her B.A.in Sociology from Arizona State University in 2000. Chantal is also studying Cranial Sacral Therapy, and has been trained in the Egoscue Method, a method which focuses on relieving pain in the body by correcting misalignment through exercise.
Massages available include Swedish, Thai, Shiatsu, Deep Tissue, and Tui Na. Chantal likes to incorporate aspects of each of these modalities into her massages. Chantal has been practicing yoga for 8 years. She is always interested in continuing to further her scope of practice. Her interest in massage and Chinese Medicine was fueled by her desire to help others feel better through a holistic philosophy.

Kim Hollinger
Kim has worked as a licensed Massage Therapist for the past 8 years, specializing in Deep Tissue Massage, Sports Specific Massage and Medical Massage. Her interest in Holistic care began while working at Children’s Hospital, during which time she was involved in a clinical study evaluating the effects of Holistic Therapies on Critically ill newborns. The beneficial effects of massage on the newborns was very impressive and caused Kim to re-evaluate where she could make the most impact helping others. She left the conventional healthcare arena and has found her work in Massage to be both mentally stimulating and emotionally rewarding. She has studied massage at International Professional School of Bodywork, Pacific College of Oriental Massage, Natural Healing Institute and Vitality. She is also a Yoga teacher and enjoys teaching her clients poses that they can do at home to help with their problem areas and to enhance their overall well being.