Business Details
25 Years
experience
Integrated Massage Therapy Services in Seattle
As a licensed massage therapist since 2001, I specialize in an integrated approach combining multiple techniques to address individual needs. My practice focuses on treating muscles, tendons, ligaments, organs, joints, bones, the brain, and nervous system through modalities like Myofascial, Craniosacral, and Lymphatic Drainage therapies. With advanced training from the Upledger Institute, Barral Institute, and Chikly Health Institute, I bring over two decades of expertise in resolving chronic pain, post-surgery recovery, and neurological conditions. My journey began through personal health challenges, which led me to develop a deep understanding of the body's innate healing capacity. I prioritize personalized care, adapting sessions to each client's unique history and physiological needs.Testimonials highlight my ability to alleviate chronic swelling, improve mobility, and create safe healing environments. My work extends beyond physical relief to address anxiety, PTSD symptoms, and systemic health through targeted bodywork. I maintain rigorous professional standards through continuous education and collaboration with medical professionals. Clients benefit from evidence-based techniques that enhance circulation, reduce scar tissue, and optimize lymphatic flow. My practice philosophy centers on empowering individuals to achieve lasting wellness through compassionate, results-driven care.
Services
Myofascial Massage
Craniosacral Therapy
Lymphatic Drainage
Brain Therapy
Visceral Manipulation
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in integrated massage therapy
- Certified in advanced techniques from Upledger and Barral Institutes
- Specialize in post-surgery recovery and chronic pain management
- Personalized treatment plans combining multiple modalities
- Compassionate approach focusing on holistic body health
Associations and certifications
- Upledger Institute
- Barral Institute
- Chikly Health Institute
What people say
Amazing at helping heal
Techniques have relieved pain
Gifted healer
Bruising completely gone
Safe healing environment
Services
Brain Therapy
This specialized treatment addresses brain structures and nervous system trauma from concussions, falls, or accidents. Using techniques developed by Dr. Bruno Chikly, it resolves chronic tension by targeting impacted brain regions regulating hormones and muscles. Ideal for whiplash, head injuries, and post-concussion syndrome, this therapy promotes systemic relaxation and restores neurological function through gentle, precise manipulation.
Lymphatic Drainage
Post-surgery or injury swelling is treated through lymphatic mapping and targeted drainage techniques. This therapy optimizes lymph flow using specialized manual methods that reduce bruising up to 900% faster. Effective for reconstructive surgery recovery, sports injuries, and chronic edema, it complements physical therapy by accelerating tissue healing and minimizing scar formation through enhanced circulatory dynamics.
Visceral Manipulation
This fascial technique addresses organ mobility restrictions in the chest and abdominal cavities. By releasing adhesions in diaphragm, liver, and intestinal connections, it alleviates posture issues, digestive problems, and referred pain. Particularly effective for accident trauma recovery, this therapy restores organ function and systemic balance through gentle manual repositioning of visceral structures and their connective tissue attachments.
Craniosacral Therapy
A non-invasive approach using light touch to regulate cerebrospinal fluid flow and release tension in the craniosacral system. This therapy reduces anxiety, headaches, and chronic pain by improving central nervous system communication. Particularly effective for stress-related conditions, it induces deep relaxation while addressing structural imbalances from past injuries through subtle, whole-body connected tissue manipulation.
Myofascial Massage
Targeted treatment of fascial networks connecting muscles and body structures through sustained pressure and friction strokes. This therapy releases chronic muscle tension and improves mobility by addressing adhesions in the web-like connective tissue matrix. Effective for repetitive strain injuries and postural imbalances, it combines deep tissue work with holistic body awareness to restore natural movement patterns and reduce systemic inflammation.
People
Acute Injury Massage
Licensed Massage Therapist
Certified since 2001 with advanced training in craniosacral therapy and visceral manipulation. Specializes in integrated bodywork for chronic pain and post-surgical recovery through evidence-based techniques developed at leading institutes.
Questions
What types of injuries do you treat most effectively?
I specialize in post-concussion recovery, sports injuries, surgical swelling reduction, and chronic pain management through integrated manual therapies addressing both symptoms and root causes.
How does your approach differ from traditional massage?
My sessions combine craniosacral therapy, visceral manipulation, and lymphatic drainage with myofascial techniques to address neurological, organ, and connective tissue systems beyond standard muscle treatment.
Can you help with post-surgical recovery?
Yes, lymphatic drainage therapy accelerates swelling reduction up to 900% faster while visceral and brain therapies restore systemic function following reconstructive procedures or traumatic injuries.
What should I wear for a session?
Lightweight clothing like athletic shorts and a sports bra allows effective treatment of chest, abdomen, and other areas while maintaining comfort and modesty during specialized bodywork techniques.
How do you personalize treatment plans?
Each session uses lymphatic mapping and tissue assessment to create adaptive treatment strategies combining multiple modalities based on your body's changing needs and injury history.
What results can I expect after one session?
Clients often experience immediate swelling reduction, improved mobility, and neurological relief that continues developing over 24-48 hours through enhanced circulatory and lymphatic system function.
