Bodywork

Craniosacral Therapy

Since 1998, I have been practicing Craniosacral work in the tradition of Dr. Upledger. This work has increased my respect for subtle touch therapies and how the body responds to different kinds of touch. In my years working with various injuries, and conditions, balancing gross manipulation and subtle touch has proven invaluable and effective.

Hot Stone Massage

My training with Mary Nelson of LaStone Therapy, completely changed my practice. I rarely ever have a session where I do not use my stones. They have become my bodywork partners. The soothing heat from the stones function as another pair of hands and the cold stones, when necessary calm an area down faster than any technique I have found. The stones add another dimension to the bodywork that is difficult to describe. Most clients just say they feel comforting and healing.

Private Practice

I maintained a thriving private practice in Pacifica,Ca for 15 years. I specialized in Pregnancy massage and integrated bodywork. After having my second child I decided to scale down my practice and move closer to home. My years in private practice allowed me to deepen my understanding of the body mind connection and how each of of finds balance and peace in our own unique ways.

Massage therapy in a chiropractic setting

I worked along side a chiropractor for one year at the beginning of my massage career. I learned how a chiropractor approaches the body and sees structural imbalance. Learning to see and feel the close relationship between soft tissue and bone structure was invaluable .

Doula and Pregnancy massage

After several years of working on expectant mothers and thoroughly enjoying the energy and excitement of such a major life change, I decided to begin my doula training. As I started my training, I found out I was pregnant . I was able to support and witness several births before I gave birth to my very own bundle of wonder. It quickly became clear to me though that I could not be a doula and a new mom. Once I returned to work, I continued offering pregnancy and infant massage but no doula services. Someday I hope to offer doula services again, for now, I enjoy every pregnant client I have the honor of working with.