Massage Therapy

What Happens in a Therapeutic Massage Session

I start each session by asking my client to describe the symptoms they are currently experiencing, tell me what they want from the massage, and how they want to feel when they leave. I craft the perfect massage for their needs from the many techniques and modalities I know. During the massage, they can tell me at any time to adjust the room and hot pad temperature, blankets, music, and the massage techniques and pressure. When the massage is complete, I ask my clients how they feel and whether they received what they wanted.

Types of Clients

My work has helped people of all ages, from babies to seniors. I work with people in all professions, and all levels of activity including: retired people, business people, physicians, nurses, attorneys, athletes, pregnant women, new mothers, students, able and disabled.

Types of Conditions

My work has helped clients recovering from joint replacement or other surgeries; suffering from auto accident or other injuries; living with chronic headaches, fibromyalgia or other chronic conditions; experiencing soreness from intensive exercise; and those who want to treat themselves to a wonderful massage.

Benefits of Massage

Clients experiencing pain find that their pain and discomfort are reduced. Those with limited mobility find that their mobility and flexibility increase. All experience an increase in comfort and emotional/physical wellbeing.

Therapeutic Massage Training and Experience

I am a California state certified massage therapist, having completed the 500-hour state-certified training program. Studies included anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, pathology, as well as the following massage techniques and modalities: Swedish, shiatsu, polarity, sports, prenatal, myofascial release, cranial sacral work and deep tissue.

I am a member of the National Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP) organization. I have and will continue to expand my knowledge, experience and skills to better serve my clients. I have taught many courses at the Monterey Institute of Touch since 1990 including: 200 hour massage certification, prenatal massage, geriatric massage, post certification courses, anatomy and physiology.