- Swedish massage
- Deep tissue massage
- Trigger point
- Cupping
- Muscle-specific Treatment work
- Neural Reset Therapy
- Intraoral
Benefits of Massage:
Experts estimate that upwards of 90% of disease is stress related. And perhaps nothing ages us faster, internally and externally, than high stress. While eliminating anxiety and pressure altogether in this fast-paced world may be idealistic, massage can, without a doubt, help manage stress. This translates into:
Decreased anxiety.
Enhanced sleep quality.
Greater energy.
Improved concentration.
Increased circulation.
Reduced fatigue.
Furthermore, clients often report a sense of perspective and clarity after receiving a massage. The emotional balance bodywork provides can often be just as vital and valuable as the more tangible physical benefits
Increase the Benefits with Frequent Visits
Getting a massage can do you a world of good. And getting massage frequently can do even more. This is the beauty of bodywork.
Taking part in this form of regularly scheduled self-care can play a huge part in how healthy you’ll be and how youthful you’ll remain with each passing year.
Budgeting time and money for bodywork at consistent intervals is truly an investment in your health. And remember: just because massage feels like a pampering treat doesn’t mean it is any less therapeutic.
Consider massage appointments a necessary piece of your health and wellness plan, and work with me to establish a treatment schedule that best meets your needs.
"I really enjoy working in a career where I actually help people feel
better and improve their well-being. In some way I feel like I am
making the world a happier and better place one massage at a time. When I
am stressed I like to get a massage. It really helps me look at the
world differently."
Massage School:
- Bellevue Massage School, 540+ hours program. Graduated in 2008.
Most Experience Treating:
- Whole back
- Glutes and hips
- Neck and shoulders
Success Stories:
"It makes me feel good when someone tells me that they were finally
able to turn their head without pain, or sleep after the massage. or
that they were just able to make it through their week because they
didn’t feel as stressed after having a massage with me."
What makes your massages unique?
"The type of massage I like to give is a deep/flowing mix of
treatment and relaxation. I want my clients to feel good not only on the
table, but also have lasting effects. I also listen to their needs and
do my best to relieve their tension and or pain in those areas. I will
generally ask them before I move on to another area if it feels like I
have spent enough time on their problem area."
What Continued Education courses interest you?
- Advanced cupping
- Aquatic Bodywork such as Watsu & Water Dance
- Reflexology
- Lomi Lomi
- Animal Massage
- Pregnancy massage
- Deep tissue courses
Completed Continued Education courses:
- Upper body, Lower body and Advanced Neural Reset Therapy
- Intraoral Massage
- Cupping Therapy
- Most of Brian Utting’s Deep Tissue classes such as Deep Tissue
Techniques for the Back and Paraspinals, Gutes/Hips, Iliopsoas,
Diaphragm, QL, Legs, Posterior, & Lateral and Anterior Neck.
- Other classes taken by Brian Utting: Bindegeweb, Communication, Somatic & Autonomic Nervous System.
- Practical Pathology
- Barefoot Fusion
- Intro to Watsu/Water Dance
What do you most appreciate when receiving massage?
"I like to receive the same type of massage as I feel I give. I like
the massage to be slow, deep and flowing with a mix of good treatment
techniques, which makes me feel relaxed. My body responds the best to
slow-deep pressure. I need to be able to take deep breaths, which
encourages my body to let go of the tension."
What keeps you passionate about massage therapy?
"There are many reasons what keep me passionate about massage
therapy! There is always more to learn. My clients help me stay
passionate about massage. They are very appreciative that I am able to
help them feel better. I enjoy seeing their faces after the massage, so
relaxed and relieved. It is very rewarding."
Carrie Picard, LMT, MA60106765