services

barefoot bodywork

only available in philly office.

the practitioner uses her foot to apply methodical, broad, firm strokes, utilizing a silk strap wrapped around her body to maintain balance, while the standing foot remains planted on either the table or the floor. the client is undressed for this modality and covered/tightly draped with a sheet.

barefoot bodywork is the least intimate modality as the therapist uses her foot to deliver the strokes, creating more distance between her and the client’s body.

note: this modality can be combined with a regular therapeutic massage. Choose “fusion session” when booking.

floor massage

also called “thai massage,” this modality combines deep compressions, acupressure, and passive yoga stretching aimed at restoring total balance for mind and body. this massage takes place on a cushioned floor mat/futon. the client is fully dressed in athletic or loose fitting clothing.

NOTE: The client does not need to be flexible to receive this modality. in manayunk, this can be combined with other modalities.

floor massage (thai massage) is the most intimate modality as it involves very close contact. the client is clothed, but the therapist uses her body, sometimes wrapped around the client’s body, to deliver passive stretching techniques and palpations through the client’s clothing.

therapeutic massage

therapeutic massage is an integrated modality that draws on all the therapist's learned skills to deliver a unique massage, tailored the client's specific needs. the primary modality used is myofascial release, characterized by slow & intentional strokes. the client disrobes for this modality and is covered & tightly draped with a sheet.

NOTE: deep tissue work is used sparingly, cautiously, and appropriately.

as the therapist uses mostly her hands and forearms to deliver this type of massage, it is only mildly intimate. the therapist will be mostly at arms length from the client at all times.

prenatal massage

this massage is designed for someone in their 2nd and 3rd trimester of pregnancy (1st trimester on a case-by-case basis). the pregnant person lies on their back in an elevated position for the first half of the massage and will transition to a side-lying position for the second half with various pillows and bolsters for comfort.

note: *i currently only offer prenatal massage at my Manayunk office. There are two steep stair cases to get to my space with sturdy railings. If you require accommodations to be on the first floor, please contact me by email no later than 2 weeks before your appointment date.*