Services
Pricing within my practice is very simple. No matter what style of massage you choose, the prices are as follows:
- 30 Minute: 45.00
- 60 Minute: 80.00
- 90 Minute: 110.00
- Facial Massage or Foot Massage Add-On: (approx. 30 min) 45.00
“Three For $180”: Purchase Three (3) One Hour Massages for only $180 (Offer available until further notice, must be purchased as a unit. Cannot be split into half hour segments).
Please Note: Price increases are necessary from time to time, but my official pricing will always be updated both in office and on this website. I do not anticipate another increase in 2022, but I will give notice on this page if that must change for any reason.
What is our goal?
It can be hard to know which style of massage is best for you, so I have broken down the modalities I perform and given them descriptions. Please note that every massage therapist performs massage in a different way, but I usually begin this discussion with a question.
I find that most new patients do not readily know how to answer this question. No problem—I quickly move on to finding out what drove them to make their appointment. Want to relax? Have your pain worked out? Great! Begin by expressing that. From there, we can easily pinpoint exactly what you’re after.
Deep Tissue Massage
Most people tell me something to the effect that they want me to give them “Deep Tissue”. That term has come to mean just about everything under the sun, from ‘beat me up’ to ‘I just don’t want to feel like I’ve had nothing done’. My advice is to be as specific as you can in what you want, while I will always work to create an experience that’s perfect for you. All “Deep Tissue” truly means is that we are utilizing enough pressure to manipulate the fascia and soft tissues. It does not necessarily mean “No Pain, No Gain”, though in my experience most people who make this request are looking to feel it both then and even a few days after. I feel that this is because of both media portrayal of massage and old school (but never bad!) massage therapy thinking. In the past, “No Pain, No Gain” was the standard, and I have patients who do not feel worked unless the pain comes with it. I am happy to do this if you ask, but I find much better success with the Medical Massage and Therapeutic Massage modalities listed below.
Swedish Massage
’Swedish’ as a term for massage has often been interchangeable with ‘Relaxation’. This is full body (meaning torso, arms, legs, hands, feet and face or head if you so choose) massage using long and soothing strokes. The ideas here are flowy, light, and slowly rhythmic. This type of massage in my opinion is more like a work of art than the work of a pinpointed technician. This style is for the person who is okay with drifting off in the middle of a session. Light pressure is used to increase the circulation and stimulate the flow of lymphatic fluid. It is perfect for someone receiving their first massage, and I often suggest it for those who do not easily tolerate deeper pressure.
Swedish Using Heat—Hot Stone Style Massage
I can (but usually do not) perform Hot Stone within my practice. I offer several forms of heat with every massage, and I generally prefer reusable heat packs within my work because they stay hotter longer and are very easily sanitized between sessions. These specialized heat packs feel smoother and more penetrating than any stone that I have ever used, but I do also have basalt lava stones and bamboo that I can use if you prefer.
Facial Massage—Facial Massage Add-On
New in 2022 is the Facial Massage, a 30 Minute session or add-on for the head, face, neck, and upper shoulders. This is not your traditional facial, where cleansers and creams are applied to beautify the skin. Instead, this is a light and lymphatic fluid-moving circulatory massage using coconut oil and gemstone Gua Sha tools. More blood flow and relaxed muscles are obviously good, but over time and with repetition this regimen can also lead to more naturally youthful skin. This treatment gently relaxes the scalp and neck muscles, too—but I confess that the description I’ve come up with here simply does not do Gua Sha justice. (Try it—just add it on to a full body massage for $35.00 and you can thank me later!)
Not in a mood to relax but Deep Tissue isn’t for you? Not a problem:
Therapeutic Massage
This is a blend between the Deep Tissue and Relaxation styles above, and it’s for the person who wants work the done—but without the pain. It can be for the upper body only (neck, shoulders, torso to hip) or full body and uses a range of pressure—think Goldilocks in terms of hurt. Strokes are generally medium to deep in pressure and kneading versus more long and fluid. Therapeutic Massage is indicated for most people, and it is the most common type of massage I recommend for a full body massage since it leaves me able to use my full range of tools (see Tools section below) and tailor the treatment for each patient’s particular needs and problem areas.
Medical Massage
My niche has always been Medical Massage, as I have seen for myself how targeted soft tissue and massage work can help to relieve muscular tension and pain. A typical Medical Massage session is 30-60 minutes long and is focused on one or at most two muscular areas. An example of this might be a patient dealing with sciatic pain where I work the hip and back while of course addressing the connecting shoulder and leg.
Another form of Medical Massage I regularly perform is Post-Operative Lymphatic Massage. I have worked with patients recovering from many types of surgeries, and I routinely see patients both post plastic surgery and post hip/knee replacement. Swelling is one of the conditions I enjoy working with most, as I can usually very quickly help with results!
Tools Used In Therapeutic and Medical Massage
- Silicone Cupping: Silicone massage cups are used to increase circulation and loosen upper layers of tissue prior to massage. They are not painful and do not leave a mark behind them, which makes them perfect for those who love to show off that Florida tan.
- Vacuum Cupping: Plastic cups are placed along muscles and air vacuumed out to remove toxins and greatly increase muscular blood flow. I generally do not use these unless by patient request, as they do leave a bruising on the skin.
- Gua Sha Gemstones: Quartz and jade gemstones are carved into smooth tools used to apply gentle pressure while the little scraping and ‘coloring’ motions relax both you and your muscles and skin.
- Stainless Graston-Style Tools: Similar to Gua Sha, these specially-designed tools allow for deeper penetration and adhesion work. Often used post-op or with Neuromuscular Therapy (Trigger Point) work.
- Neuromuscular Therapy, Myofascial Release, Cranial Release
Foot Massage Add-On
I routinely massage the feet as a part of any normal full body massage. For patients who desire a bit more time spent in this one area, I’m happy to oblige. A foot massage half hour add-on is $35.00.
Cranial Release Technique
CRT is a method of stretching specific muscles in an effort to help the body achieve a state of balance. It is a very quick method. In fact, the main stretch itself only takes seconds. For this reason, I am now including CRT with any paid massage upon request.
Services
Pricing within my practice is very simple. No matter what style of massage you choose, the prices are as follows:
- 30 Minute: 45.00
- 60 Minute: 80.00
- 90 Minute: 110.00
- Facial Massage or Foot Massage Add-On: (approx. 30 min) 45.00
“Three For $180”: Purchase Three (3) One Hour Massages for only $180 (Offer available until further notice, must be purchased as a unit. Cannot be split into half hour segments).
Please Note: Price increases are necessary from time to time, but my official pricing will always be updated both in office and on this website. I do not anticipate another increase in 2022, but I will give notice on this page if that must change for any reason.
What is our goal?
It can be hard to know which style of massage is best for you, so I have broken down the modalities I perform and given them descriptions. Please note that every massage therapist performs massage in a different way, but I usually begin this discussion with a question.
I find that most new patients do not readily know how to answer this question. No problem—I quickly move on to finding out what drove them to make their appointment. Want to relax? Have your pain worked out? Great! Begin by expressing that. From there, we can easily pinpoint exactly what you’re after.
Deep Tissue Massage
Most people tell me something to the effect that they want me to give them “Deep Tissue”. That term has come to mean just about everything under the sun, from ‘beat me up’ to ‘I just don’t want to feel like I’ve had nothing done’. My advice is to be as specific as you can in what you want, while I will always work to create an experience that’s perfect for you. All “Deep Tissue” truly means is that we are utilizing enough pressure to manipulate the fascia and soft tissues. It does not necessarily mean “No Pain, No Gain”, though in my experience most people who make this request are looking to feel it both then and even a few days after. I feel that this is because of both media portrayal of massage and old school (but never bad!) massage therapy thinking. In the past, “No Pain, No Gain” was the standard, and I have patients who do not feel worked unless the pain comes with it. I am happy to do this if you ask, but I find much better success with the Medical Massage and Therapeutic Massage modalities listed below.
Swedish Massage
’Swedish’ as a term for massage has often been interchangeable with ‘Relaxation’. This is full body (meaning torso, arms, legs, hands, feet and face or head if you so choose) massage using long and soothing strokes. The ideas here are flowy, light, and slowly rhythmic. This type of massage in my opinion is more like a work of art than the work of a pinpointed technician. This style is for the person who is okay with drifting off in the middle of a session. Light pressure is used to increase the circulation and stimulate the flow of lymphatic fluid. It is perfect for someone receiving their first massage, and I often suggest it for those who do not easily tolerate deeper pressure.
Swedish Using Heat—Hot Stone Style Massage
I can (but usually do not) perform Hot Stone within my practice. I offer several forms of heat with every massage, and I generally prefer reusable heat packs within my work because they stay hotter longer and are very easily sanitized between sessions. These specialized heat packs feel smoother and more penetrating than any stone that I have ever used, but I do also have basalt lava stones and bamboo that I can use if you prefer.
Facial Massage—Facial Massage Add-On
New in 2022 is the Facial Massage, a 30 Minute session or add-on for the head, face, neck, and upper shoulders. This is not your traditional facial, where cleansers and creams are applied to beautify the skin. Instead, this is a light and lymphatic fluid-moving circulatory massage using coconut oil and gemstone Gua Sha tools. More blood flow and relaxed muscles are obviously good, but over time and with repetition this regimen can also lead to more naturally youthful skin. This treatment gently relaxes the scalp and neck muscles, too—but I confess that the description I’ve come up with here simply does not do Gua Sha justice. (Try it—just add it on to a full body massage for $35.00 and you can thank me later!)
Not in a mood to relax but Deep Tissue isn’t for you? Not a problem:
Therapeutic Massage
This is a blend between the Deep Tissue and Relaxation styles above, and it’s for the person who wants work the done—but without the pain. It can be for the upper body only (neck, shoulders, torso to hip) or full body and uses a range of pressure—think Goldilocks in terms of hurt. Strokes are generally medium to deep in pressure and kneading versus more long and fluid. Therapeutic Massage is indicated for most people, and it is the most common type of massage I recommend for a full body massage since it leaves me able to use my full range of tools (see Tools section below) and tailor the treatment for each patient’s particular needs and problem areas.
Medical Massage
My niche has always been Medical Massage, as I have seen for myself how targeted soft tissue and massage work can help to relieve muscular tension and pain. A typical Medical Massage session is 30-60 minutes long and is focused on one or at most two muscular areas. An example of this might be a patient dealing with sciatic pain where I work the hip and back while of course addressing the connecting shoulder and leg.
Another form of Medical Massage I regularly perform is Post-Operative Lymphatic Massage. I have worked with patients recovering from many types of surgeries, and I routinely see patients both post plastic surgery and post hip/knee replacement. Swelling is one of the conditions I enjoy working with most, as I can usually very quickly help with results!
Tools Used In Therapeutic and Medical Massage
- Silicone Cupping: Silicone massage cups are used to increase circulation and loosen upper layers of tissue prior to massage. They are not painful and do not leave a mark behind them, which makes them perfect for those who love to show off that Florida tan.
- Vacuum Cupping: Plastic cups are placed along muscles and air vacuumed out to remove toxins and greatly increase muscular blood flow. I generally do not use these unless by patient request, as they do leave a bruising on the skin.
- Gua Sha Gemstones: Quartz and jade gemstones are carved into smooth tools used to apply gentle pressure while the little scraping and ‘coloring’ motions relax both you and your muscles and skin.
- Stainless Graston-Style Tools: Similar to Gua Sha, these specially-designed tools allow for deeper penetration and adhesion work. Often used post-op or with Neuromuscular Therapy (Trigger Point) work.
- Neuromuscular Therapy, Myofascial Release, Cranial Release
Foot Massage Add-On
I routinely massage the feet as a part of any normal full body massage. For patients who desire a bit more time spent in this one area, I’m happy to oblige. A foot massage half hour add-on is $35.00.
Cranial Release Technique
CRT is a method of stretching specific muscles in an effort to help the body achieve a state of balance. It is a very quick method. In fact, the main stretch itself only takes seconds. For this reason, I am now including CRT with any paid massage upon request.
