Swedish Massage |
$35/30 mins $70/60 mins $95/90 mins |
The most common massage. It calms the nervous system to promote relaxation and relieve stress. Light to moderate pressure.
Deep Tissue/Sports |
$45/30 mins $80/60 mins $105/90 mins |
Deep tissue massage is targeted at the deeper layers of muscle, tendons and connective tissue. It is used more for chronic pain and to release trigger points/knotted up areas. Moderate to heavy pressure.
MyoFascial Release |
$35/30 mins $70/60 mins $95/90 mins |
Myofascial Release is a safe and very effective hands-on technique that involves applying gentle sustained pressure into the Myofascial connective tissue restrictions to eliminate pain and restore motion.
Fascia is a thin, tough, elastic type of connective tissue that wraps most structures within the human body, including muscle. Osteopathic theory proposes that this soft tissue can become restricted due to psychogenic disease, overuse, trauma, infectious agents, or inactivity, often resulting in pain, muscle tension, and corresponding diminished blood flow.
Fascia is a thin, tough, elastic type of connective tissue that wraps most structures within the human body, including muscle. Osteopathic theory proposes that this soft tissue can become restricted due to psychogenic disease, overuse, trauma, infectious agents, or inactivity, often resulting in pain, muscle tension, and corresponding diminished blood flow.
Hot Stone Therapy |
$15 Add-On |
Smooth, warm or hot stones of various sizes are used to massage and relax muscles following hands-on techniques. They can be used in a soothing, creative, and rhythmic motion for massage and laid on the body as well.
Accupressure |
$10 Add-On |
It is a massage therapy technique based on the theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that uses finger pressure to mobilize chi — or life force energy — at specific spots on the body called acupressure points, which are also known as acupuncture points or acupoints.
Cupping |
$15 Add-On |
Massage Cupping is the combination of massage movements and negative pressure with the use of a suction device on the skin. Cupping should not be applied on clients with cases of severe diseases, i.e. cardiac failure, renal failure, ascites due to hepato-cirrhosis and severe edema, as well as hemorrhagic diseases such as allergic pupura, hemophilia and leukemia, and clients with dermatosis, destruction of skin, or allergic dermatitis. Cupping should not be applied to clients where hernia exists or has occurred in the past.
Hydrotherapy |
$15 Add-On |
Hydrotherapy is a combination of hot stones and hot towels, purported to help alleviate muscle and soft tissue injuries caused by low back pain, arthritis, chronic and acute pain, neck injuries, sports injuries, pregnancy discomforts,Crohn's Disease, Insomnia, spondylosis, multiple sclerosis, lupus, fibromyalgia, tendonitis, stress management, and many more diseases and ailments.
Prenatal |
$75/60 mins |
Prenatal or pregnancy massage is specifically tailored for a pregnant woman's needs. Extra pillows and cushions are used for comfort and proper positioning. Pregnancy massage has been found to reduce stress, decrease swelling in the extremities, and relieve muscle and joint aches and pains. The massage can be comforting for mom and baby. For prenatal massage Tessa suggest the traditional side-lying position in which body and wedge pillows can be used for support. Tessa may decide what is best depending on how many weeks along you are. She prefers to see you after 13 weeks.
Youth & Infant |
$35/30 mins $70/60 mins $95/90 mins |
Infant massage is a gentle massage tailored for babies. Infant massage has been shown to, help premature babies gain weight, increase circulation, relieve gas, constipation, and symptoms of colic, relieve stress, and create a special bond with the parent/s and caregiver/s.
Pediatric massage refers to massage specifically tailored to the needs of children and adolescents. Pediatric massage can be beneficial for helping to relieve stress, anxiety, and symptoms of ADHD, among others. I modify techniques and use modest draping, or recommend that children and adolescents leave their clothing on for their comfort level. Parental permission is required for those under 18.
Pediatric massage refers to massage specifically tailored to the needs of children and adolescents. Pediatric massage can be beneficial for helping to relieve stress, anxiety, and symptoms of ADHD, among others. I modify techniques and use modest draping, or recommend that children and adolescents leave their clothing on for their comfort level. Parental permission is required for those under 18.
Reiki/Energy Work |
$35/30 mins $70/60 mins $95/90 mins |
Reiki is a light touch, deeply relaxing energy healing technique. Using a series of still hand placements, Reiki works with the body’s energy flow to bring stillness and rest. Everyone can benefit from Reiki, especially those dealing with anxiety, stress, grief, depression, and irregular sleep.
