Customize your experience further ....
by incorporating your favorite essential oil into the treatment.

These deliciously scented oils can be served up three wonderful ways:
applied directly in a luxurious massage, combined with sea salts or incorporated into a warm mud wrap.
Depending on your needs, these essential oils can unlock tension deep within the muscles,
relieve stress, help achieve total relaxation or boost energy.
Choose from below for a sensory retreat that complements your treatment:


Chocolate craving?      Need a Chocolate Fix?      Here's your cure.
Feed your skin with four delicious flavors:
Chocolate Raspberry,                                                                     Chocolate Cherry,
 Chocolate Mint,                                                                              Chocolate Cake.
 
Raspberry: Described as an astringent and moisturizing tonic. Added for its sweet scent.
Mint: Stimulating properties. Added for its antiseptic scent.
Chocolate: Provides an uplifting atmosphere releasing endorphins as a mood stabilizer.

Whatever luscious oil you select, you're sure to get your chocolate fix. 

OR

 RELAXING:
(Lavender, Calendula, Rosewood, Orange, Hops, Cinnamon, Blue Malva)
Melt stress away and let the body unwind with this soothing blend that calms and balances both physically
and emotionally. Benefits include anti-inflammatory and sedative effects on the nervous system.

UPLIFTING:
(Verbena, Grapefruit, Lemongrass, Orange, Bergamot, Rosewood)
Stimulate a sluggish system. This invigorating blend revitalizes and energizes the body and mind
while providing anti-oxidant, anti- bacterial and mood elevating action.

DETOXIFYING:
(Rosemary, Burdock, Echinacea, Lemon, Figwort, Watercress, Geranium, Coriander, Orange, Eucalyptus)
Release impurities to cleanse skin and body with a healing blend that helps stimulate circulation,
supports immune system. Fights inflammation and ease muscular pain. Milk and

MILK & HONEY:
(Milk Glycerides, Honey, Clover Blossom, Royal Jelly)
These special ingredients are warm & inviting and make use of natural hydrators,
protectors and cleansers to soften skin and soothing to the skin.

Mango & Mandarin:
(Mango, Mandarin, Pineapple, Quince, White Peach)
This uplifting, tantalizing citrus complex nourishes the skin with extracts and oils rich in anti-oxidants vitamins.

Pomegranate & Cranberry:
(Pomegranate, Cranberry, Almond, Wild Cherry, Loquat)
This tart, fruity blend mildly relaxes the body while gently stimulating circulation to remove toxins
and helps moisturize & heal chapped or dry skin.

The benefits of massage include:
* Reduction of stress          *Reduction of pain
* Promotes self healing         * Increased flexibility
            *Speeds injury recovery          * Increases self awareness
      * Improved venous circulation        *Aids body to eliminate toxins
 
            And ....         
    It just plain feels good! .


 Your therapy session takes place in a peaceful environment with relaxing music.
Treatments are personalized for/towards your current health needs.
You will be required to fill out a health history form.
Questions and concerns will be addressed before and during treatment at your discretion.

These conditions will require to get medical clearance from
your primary health care provider for:
Cancer, Diabetes, MS, Lupus, recent surgery, Raynard's.

If you have a favorite relaxing, meditating or instrumental CD
you are welcome to bring it with you. Clients are advised to drink water
 before and after appointments to assist the body in maintaining balance.

If you have a fever, infectious disease, recent injury or phlebitis
you will not be able to receive services at this time.

What can I expect?

Massage techniques can release painful muscle tension,improve circulation
and reduce mental & physical fatigue. It is the most effective means
available to combat stress. When performing a Swedish massage
these strokes are used: long flowing strokes, deep kneading,
surface friction, light tapping and joint movement.

Massage therapists have completed many hours of education including a variety
of massage techniques, extensive anatomy & physiology and knowledge of
when massage is and is not appropriate. To practice in New York
State all massage therapists must be licensed.

Your session will begin by answering general health questions, since there are 
conditions for which massage is not appropriate. Always tell me if you have a
medical problem, even minor ones.  Also let your primary care provider know
you are receiving a massage.  Some conditions require close communication
between massage therapist and your doctor. I will gladly provide
regular progress reports.

During each session, a lubricant may be used, such as light oil or lotion,
which is good for your skin and absorbs well. Each session begins with
relatively gentle pressure to calm you and as a result releases superficial tension. 
To address specific areas, gradually deeper pressure may be applied.

Please make yourself comfortable, change position anytime to make yourself
more comfortable. You may just want to close your eyes and relax completely
during a session, or you may prefer to talk. Remember that this is your
massage and whatever feels natural to you is the best way to relax.  
Taking deep natural breaths can help you relax. Give it a try. 
Do not hesitate to ask questions at any time.

Massage on healthy tissues feels good.  The saying "no pain, no gain"
is not true for massage. The most effective and deepest massage works
with the body's naturally, not against it.  In an area of an injury or 
chronic pain some discomfort may be present which usually lessens shortly. 
As a massage therapist, I know ways to minimize pain, and will work
carefully within what feels right to you. Always tell me of any discomfort 
so that I can make proper adjustments.

After a session, most feel very relaxed.  You may have an initial period of feeling
slowed, then may experience an increase in energy that can last for several days. 
You may still have questions, I will be happy to answer them.  
In the end, the best answers will come from experiencing a massage first hand.   


Enjoy in good health! 


Your privacy is ensured in our treatment rooms. During your table massage
you will be covered by a sheet at all times. You may undress completely
or wear undergarments if you prefer. Your comfort is first and foremost.