Massage therapy doesn’t work without you feeling comfortable and safe!You are welcome to wear as little or as much clothing as you like, so long as it does not get in the way of your treatment.

Examples of such items include: jewelry, thick clothing (jeans, leather, etc.), extra layers, or delicate material.

Workout clothes tend to be a great option as they are comfortable and lightweight!

Please speak up if you are ever uncomfortable during a session so we can address the problem immediately. I will stop whatever I am doing so we can rectify any issue.

I try my best to clearly communicate everything I plan on doing so you know what to expect. Despite my best efforts, I am unable to read minds so telling me how I can help you is the best option for us both!

The type of massage I practice will often times cause discomfort, most often in the form of soreness (like when you’ve been working out). Tightness, sweating, warmth, the feeling of a stretch are all common sensations to feel during a session. Ideally, as we work on the tender parts of your body, they should become less sensitive over time.

The massage should never be uncomfortable to the point of being unbearable. While many people believe in the mantra of “no pain, no gain” I practice the idea that the less force we can get away with, the better. Much like a child, forcing your body to go through change when it is not ready can often cause more harm than good.

A good gauge to work off is if you rate your discomfort on a scale of 1 through 10 — 1 being barely noticeable to 10 being I want to scream my head off — any discomfort I purposefully cause should hover around a 4 through 6.

Before the massage — please provide as much context as you can about what you have been dealing with so we can create a plan on how we want to manage it. Things like what you do for work, your hobbies, past injuries, past surgeries, medications you take, or anything you may think is relevant; all of which shape the way we will work towards your goals.

During the massage — the only talking I require from you is feedback towards the massage and whether you are uncomfortable at any given moment. The feedback I am mainly looking for during a session include: how/what you are feeling, what feels good/what doesn’t, how the pressure feels, any adjustments you might need me to make, any questions you might have, etc.

When it comes to us having conversation that isn’t about the massage, I’m always more than happy to chat! I think connecting with one another is one of the best parts of massage and I try to make it a goal to have each session be fun and filled with laughs.

However, please do not feel obligated to talk to me for my sake. Your session is about you and I want you to do whatever it is you feel you need. You are welcome to be quiet the entire session, we can catch up for 15 minutes, or we can chat the time away!

I will try to reflect whatever energy you send my way but if you ever find you want some peace and quiet and I am not getting the memo, I will not be offended if you ask me if you can focus on the bodywork/do some meditating/take a nap.

The most common effects to get following one of our massage sessions are relaxation and soreness. In terms of relaxation it is common for people to feel “massage drunk” where they can experience lightheadedness, slight disorientation (these often dissipate by the time you walk out the door but it is worth being cautious especially when first getting up off the table), happiness, and stress relief. You can also feel looseness or “freedom” in the areas we worked on.

The other side of the coin following a massage is soreness. This a normal response and is often a sign we worked on areas that your body needed to have focus on. Think of it as doing an intense workout the night before, because we did something beneficial for you, your body has to readjust and recover.

The soreness typically lasts for a couple hours to a couple days. It is not uncommon for soreness to last for a week depending on how long it has been since your soft tissue has been manipulated and/or the severity of your condition.

During this time it is recommended to hydrate and keep your body moving as you normally would. When I find the soreness to be too bothersome I will often apply heat/ice to wherever is necessary. I also try to take a hot bath/shower the same day as my massage.

Our massages should not stop you from doing whatever you normally do in a given day. I would typically only recommend against doing things that are above and beyond your normal day to day. So I wouldn’t go lifting any maxes or trying to rearrange your living room.

At the end of the day, the best indicator you have for whether or not you should be doing something is your own body. As previously mentioned, the work we do can be intense for your body so give it time to adjust and get comfortable.

The biggest reasons to avoid getting a massage would be conditions or scenarios that would cause either of us harm. Primary examples of this would be if you are sick or have had a very recent surgery.

If you are unsure, the best way to tell is by asking! Let me know what you are thinking so we can recommend you the proper course of action.

It is always a good idea to first consult your primary care physician to see if massage is right for you in your current condition.

By absolutely no means will there ever be any sexual conduct done at this establishment, whether that is physical or verbal. If you feel that the massage does not feel safe for you please tell me so we can stop and take care of the situation.

Any sexual advances, harassment, or inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated and the session will be terminated immediately. Authorities will be contacted if deemed necessary.