Shiatsu: Japanese for fingertip pressure. Also known as acupressure. Both are interpretations of the Chinese art of Acupuncture, minus the needles. I hold a Shiatsu Practitioner Certification from the Tao Healing Arts Center in Santa Monica, CA.

Deep Tissue: Focus is on firm pressure to release tension throughout the entire musculature.

Cupping Massage is a modified variant of cupping therapy commonly used in TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine). Glass or plastic cups are used to create a suction or negative pressure (this is a good thing) and then glided over muscles and adhesions. The resulting sensation is similar to deep tissue massage. This highly effective mas sage modality addresses deeper layers of connective and muscle tissue. Great for fibromyalgia, chronic pain, scar tissue, cellulite and draining excess fluids and toxins.

Swedish: Designed to relax and relieve overall tension with long, gentle strokes. Also increases blood flow and facilitates proper lymphatic flow. Excellent when coupled with Hot Stones.

Hot Stones: Basalt stones with a wonderfully smooth finish are heated and applied with care to areas of congestion. Tight, sore, achy muscles will melt away.

Myo-Therapy: Movement with trigger points. Used to re-educate muscles for increased range of motion and to decrease tension. I use this technique everyday at the Doctor's office.

Pregnancy: Structural discomfort and muscle spasms are expected during pregnancy. Massage is an excellent way to cope with the added stress.

Sports/Medical: Athletes and weekend warriors, you are not invincible! Take proper care of yourselves to ensure a long, healthy life. Been involved in an accident or currently on workers' compensation? I am qualified to provide excellent massage therapy for proven results.