Bodywork + ENergetic Alginment
The modalities offered have a base in eastern healing culture. Including but not limited to Shiatsu Acupressure, Craniosacral, and Reiki Healing. Also offered are Swedish massage for relaxation and Deep Tissue for a therapeutic approach.
Sunyata is a Buddhist term meaning the emptiness within form. All forms and phenomena eventually “die” or rather transform. We live in a world that is constantly changing and so are we, these changes can be turbulent. This bodywork is designed to help the individual connect to the timeless, formless, stillness within their being. Creating a stability in merging with the rocky ever shifting waves of life. Our physical difficulties can be effected by and even directly stem from mental, emotional, and energetic blockages. By clearing the dam in the river of our body’s meridians everything begins to flow in balance. Our past accidents, injuries, and traumas can be lodged in our physical form, by getting back in touch with our body (though touch) we can begin to release this stagnant energy from our past. We then can connect ourselves to the present moment, back to the only thing truly tangible that we have the power to work with. The body works together synergistically with the soul inhabiting it, connecting the two is key to move deeper into integrative healing.
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Sunyata is a Buddhist term meaning the emptiness within form. All forms and phenomena eventually “die” or rather transform. We live in a world that is constantly changing and so are we, these changes can be turbulent. This bodywork is designed to help the individual connect to the timeless, formless, stillness within their being. Creating a stability in merging with the rocky ever shifting waves of life. Our physical difficulties can be effected by and even directly stem from mental, emotional, and energetic blockages. By clearing the dam in the river of our body’s meridians everything begins to flow in balance. Our past accidents, injuries, and traumas can be lodged in our physical form, by getting back in touch with our body (though touch) we can begin to release this stagnant energy from our past. We then can connect ourselves to the present moment, back to the only thing truly tangible that we have the power to work with. The body works together synergistically with the soul inhabiting it, connecting the two is key to move deeper into integrative healing.
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CraniosAcral therepy
Craniosacal therepy is a holistic bodywork/energy healing modaility including the connective tissue, nerves and bones of the spinal area and cranium. It was developed in the early 19th century by several different osteopaths that shared an interest in the Cranio-sacral system.
Craniosacral therepy is done fully clothed and with touch as light as a the weight of a nickle. The focus is on connecting and balancing the different bones of the the skull, spinal cord, tailbone or sacrum, as well as creating a safe space for the cerebral spinal fluid to flow harmoniously resetting the entire nervous system.
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How does it work? What’s the science behind it?
Biologically, the subtle physical manipulation of the meninges in the brain through light palpitations of the sutures alters the rhythmic fluctuations in the cerebral spinal fluid and can then balance it by restoring it to its natural rythmn.
From a Quantum physics perspective, subatomic particulars behave differently under the presence of an observer. The practitioner is basically neutralizing his energy/ perception enough to create a gentle space for the subject being observed to unwind and return to a natural state.
Another way to say it: “Allowing a open neutral space for the bones to be themselves”
When we let go of forcing things to be a certain way, there is then room for things to be as they are, and then the resistance to what IS dissolves. Peace then emerges.
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Indications to recieve Craniosacral therepy:
Physical:
Headaches
Vertigo
TMJD
Neck and back pain
Chronic pain
Whiplash
Digestive issues
CNS disorders
Scoliosis
Spinal cord injury
Fibromyaliga
Chronic fatigue
Birth trauma
Learning issues
Behavior issues
Autism
Stress
Depression
Emotional trauma
Sexual trauma
PTSD
Anxiety
Ear infection/ Auditory Problems
Craniosacral therepy is done fully clothed and with touch as light as a the weight of a nickle. The focus is on connecting and balancing the different bones of the the skull, spinal cord, tailbone or sacrum, as well as creating a safe space for the cerebral spinal fluid to flow harmoniously resetting the entire nervous system.
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How does it work? What’s the science behind it?
Biologically, the subtle physical manipulation of the meninges in the brain through light palpitations of the sutures alters the rhythmic fluctuations in the cerebral spinal fluid and can then balance it by restoring it to its natural rythmn.
From a Quantum physics perspective, subatomic particulars behave differently under the presence of an observer. The practitioner is basically neutralizing his energy/ perception enough to create a gentle space for the subject being observed to unwind and return to a natural state.
Another way to say it: “Allowing a open neutral space for the bones to be themselves”
When we let go of forcing things to be a certain way, there is then room for things to be as they are, and then the resistance to what IS dissolves. Peace then emerges.
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Indications to recieve Craniosacral therepy:
Physical:
Headaches
Vertigo
TMJD
Neck and back pain
Chronic pain
Whiplash
Digestive issues
CNS disorders
Scoliosis
Spinal cord injury
Fibromyaliga
Chronic fatigue
Birth trauma
Learning issues
Behavior issues
Autism
Stress
Depression
Emotional trauma
Sexual trauma
PTSD
Anxiety
Ear infection/ Auditory Problems
Reiki healing
Reiki is an ancient healing modality dating back thousands of years. Its roots began as a Tibetan Buddhist practice that went dormant and then was brought back to life in the in the late 1800s by Dr. Mikao Usui (a Japanese Buddhist). “Rei” is a Japanese word meaning higher mind consciousness, it is a deeper knowing that understands each individual completely. It knows where all the splits and cracks are in the person and how to heal them. “Ki” meaning life force energy also related to the terms ”prana” in Sanskrit, and “chi” in Chinese traditions. Ki represents the non physical energy at the very core of all things.
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How does it work? What’s the science behind it?
Reiki is a very simple but powerful technique infusing ones positive intention with ancient wisdom and universal consciousness. Basically the person that has been attuned to the vibration of reiki channels the healing energy to the receiver. Thoughts produce a vibration, everything we perceive in our physical existence is at its core variations of sound and light, which are also forms of vibration. Therefore, how could ones throughts and intention not influence the vibration of others? Reiki involves extremely light -to no touch, and can create deep relaxation as well as somatic release.
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How does it work? What’s the science behind it?
Reiki is a very simple but powerful technique infusing ones positive intention with ancient wisdom and universal consciousness. Basically the person that has been attuned to the vibration of reiki channels the healing energy to the receiver. Thoughts produce a vibration, everything we perceive in our physical existence is at its core variations of sound and light, which are also forms of vibration. Therefore, how could ones throughts and intention not influence the vibration of others? Reiki involves extremely light -to no touch, and can create deep relaxation as well as somatic release.
Shiatsu/ acupressure
Shiatsu is a holistic healing practice that has been used for thousands of years. It involves balancing the bodies meridians which are channels of energy that create natural flow of chi ( life force). This is done through light palpitation of points or (tsubos) along the meridian lines. This promotes the body's natural healing. Shiatsu is based in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and works with the polarities of both the physical and energetic body. The philosophy behind this practice is rooted in Taoism which is defined as "the way of nature." Taoism states that every shadow was created from light, and then the light creates the shadow, the yin yang, two opposites creating a whole.
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How does it work? What's the science behind it?
Our vital energy called "Qi" flows through the meridians and connects all the major organs and organ systems. There are 12 Meridian pathways and each pathway includes points in which the energy can become stuck or deficient. Combining physical
pressure and conscious intention dislodges the blocked energy and allows the meridians to come back into their natural state of balance and healing.
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Indications for Shiatsu:
In traditional chinese medicine there is emphasis on the correlation of the elements of nature with our physical, emotional, and mental balance/imbalance. Each element represents a certain range of emotion, organ/ meridian, and time of day, time of year etc. If you have and excess or deficiency of a certain element then it will show up as a aliment or issue in your body or mind.
Example:
Fire= passion, meridians are small Intestine, triple warmer, pericardium, and heart, time of year is summer.
If you have and imbalance you may be experiencing heart problems, digestive issues, overheating etc.
You don't need to know what meridian is out of balance, any physical problem has an energetic indication and It's my job to find out what that is for you!
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How does it work? What's the science behind it?
Our vital energy called "Qi" flows through the meridians and connects all the major organs and organ systems. There are 12 Meridian pathways and each pathway includes points in which the energy can become stuck or deficient. Combining physical
pressure and conscious intention dislodges the blocked energy and allows the meridians to come back into their natural state of balance and healing.
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Indications for Shiatsu:
In traditional chinese medicine there is emphasis on the correlation of the elements of nature with our physical, emotional, and mental balance/imbalance. Each element represents a certain range of emotion, organ/ meridian, and time of day, time of year etc. If you have and excess or deficiency of a certain element then it will show up as a aliment or issue in your body or mind.
Example:
Fire= passion, meridians are small Intestine, triple warmer, pericardium, and heart, time of year is summer.
If you have and imbalance you may be experiencing heart problems, digestive issues, overheating etc.
You don't need to know what meridian is out of balance, any physical problem has an energetic indication and It's my job to find out what that is for you!
Extra MeRidain Acupressure
This is an acupressure technique used as a airplane route or fast track to aligning multiple different meridians at one time. It has all the benefits of shiatsu acupressure and more!
However unlike the Rhythmic tapping of shiatsu. Master points of several different meridians are held together for 1 to 2 minutes at a time in a sequence.
What’s the Science behind it? How Does it work?
Much like shiatsu, and everything written above.
Yet this is a much slower more meditative form of Acupressure, it also goes a lot deeper in ways. Much like Acupuncture the points are held for a longer amount of time therefore more blocked energy or “Qi”can be released.
There are specific sequences that are made to have certain deliberate effects. Such as balancing the left and right sides of the brain, or regulating hyper or hypo energy (anxiety and depression), or Balancing masculine and feminine energies. These are just a few examples.
So why Acupressure not Acupuncture?
what’s the difference?
Acupressure and Acupuncture are equally effective, they both do relatively the same thing. However depending on what you’re looking for, one can be more pleasurable experience than another. A lot of people especially in modern times crave touch, therefore acupressure does have the advantage of more human contact, and the comfort of their touch. When the practitioner is directly present with the persons energy, the Qi has the assistance of the practitioners consciousness directing its flow.
Indications for Extra Meridain Acupressure:
anxiety
depression
insomnia
hypersomnia
leg tension
shoulder tension
arm tension
neck tension
fatigue
migraines
Yang/yin imbalances
dyslexia
postural imbalances
emotional imbalances
hormone regulation
hot flashes
cold limbs
shen (spirt) deficiency
However unlike the Rhythmic tapping of shiatsu. Master points of several different meridians are held together for 1 to 2 minutes at a time in a sequence.
What’s the Science behind it? How Does it work?
Much like shiatsu, and everything written above.
Yet this is a much slower more meditative form of Acupressure, it also goes a lot deeper in ways. Much like Acupuncture the points are held for a longer amount of time therefore more blocked energy or “Qi”can be released.
There are specific sequences that are made to have certain deliberate effects. Such as balancing the left and right sides of the brain, or regulating hyper or hypo energy (anxiety and depression), or Balancing masculine and feminine energies. These are just a few examples.
So why Acupressure not Acupuncture?
what’s the difference?
Acupressure and Acupuncture are equally effective, they both do relatively the same thing. However depending on what you’re looking for, one can be more pleasurable experience than another. A lot of people especially in modern times crave touch, therefore acupressure does have the advantage of more human contact, and the comfort of their touch. When the practitioner is directly present with the persons energy, the Qi has the assistance of the practitioners consciousness directing its flow.
Indications for Extra Meridain Acupressure:
anxiety
depression
insomnia
hypersomnia
leg tension
shoulder tension
arm tension
neck tension
fatigue
migraines
Yang/yin imbalances
dyslexia
postural imbalances
emotional imbalances
hormone regulation
hot flashes
cold limbs
shen (spirt) deficiency
Swedish massage
Swedish massage dates back to the early 1800's Per Hendrik Ling was the founder. Its the most commonly used style of massage in this day in age. This is your overall feel good fluff and buff spa oriented massage. Swedish massage is a very relaxing fluent dance of long gliding strokes, percussion, compression, and vibration throughout the body. Its generally done with the client unclothed under modest secure sheet draping, and non-allergenic lotion is used for lubrication. Swedish massage primary benefit is to activate the parasympathetic nervous system promoting relaxation and allowing the body to return to its natural rest and repair state.
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How does it work? Whats the science behind it?
Manual manipulation of connective tissue turns not only off the sympathetic nervous system ( fight or flight) and turns on the Parasympathetic ( rest and digest) but it also increases circulation, helps improve metabolism, and pumps the lymphatic system boosting the immune systems function. Once in a relaxed state breathing will deepen improving respiration, which goes hand in hand with circulation of the blood, which then effects nutrient absorption and digestion. Moving the connective tissues around in turn also moves the blood, lymph and restores every natural process in the body. Massage is a not a luxury, its basic health maintenance.
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Indication for Swedish Massage:
Stress
Sore muscles
Lymph Inflammation
Anxiety
Depression
Digestive issues
Relaxation
Improve Circulation
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How does it work? Whats the science behind it?
Manual manipulation of connective tissue turns not only off the sympathetic nervous system ( fight or flight) and turns on the Parasympathetic ( rest and digest) but it also increases circulation, helps improve metabolism, and pumps the lymphatic system boosting the immune systems function. Once in a relaxed state breathing will deepen improving respiration, which goes hand in hand with circulation of the blood, which then effects nutrient absorption and digestion. Moving the connective tissues around in turn also moves the blood, lymph and restores every natural process in the body. Massage is a not a luxury, its basic health maintenance.
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Indication for Swedish Massage:
Stress
Sore muscles
Lymph Inflammation
Anxiety
Depression
Digestive issues
Relaxation
Improve Circulation
Deep tissuE
Deep Tissue is done through a variety of deep pressure techniques that essentially relaxes tight muscles and increases circulation relieving pain and discomfort.
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How does it work? What’s the science behind it?
Our connective tissue/ fascia can become bound up or rather “knotted” from our day to day activities as well as our postural habits. Depending how we hold ourselves throughout the day and our activity level, we can accidently create muscular and even structural imbalances that cause certain muscles to work harder in some areas than others, creating pain pockets and tightness in the muscular bands.
By appying slow deep pressure to these points, the muscle relaxes and the bound up connective tissue lengthens thus alleviating pain, strain, tingling and numbness from compressed nerves. It also stimulates blood supply clearing away toxins and debri, as well as affecting the autonomic nevous system, and releasing endorphins.
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Indications to recieve Trigger Point/ Deep Tissue work:
muscluar pain
compressed nerves
tight sore muscles from active lifestyle
tight sore muscles from inactive lifestyles
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How does it work? What’s the science behind it?
Our connective tissue/ fascia can become bound up or rather “knotted” from our day to day activities as well as our postural habits. Depending how we hold ourselves throughout the day and our activity level, we can accidently create muscular and even structural imbalances that cause certain muscles to work harder in some areas than others, creating pain pockets and tightness in the muscular bands.
By appying slow deep pressure to these points, the muscle relaxes and the bound up connective tissue lengthens thus alleviating pain, strain, tingling and numbness from compressed nerves. It also stimulates blood supply clearing away toxins and debri, as well as affecting the autonomic nevous system, and releasing endorphins.
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Indications to recieve Trigger Point/ Deep Tissue work:
muscluar pain
compressed nerves
tight sore muscles from active lifestyle
tight sore muscles from inactive lifestyles
Gua Sha Scraping
Gua Sha Scraping is an oriental technique used to relieve inflammation, muscle tightness, and chronic tension. Much like cupping. It is a natural healing remedy and should not be painful. However feels and has similar effects to a deep tissue massage.
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How does it work? What’s the science behind it?
Gua Sha Scraping is done by rubbing or scraping with a massage tool and oil usually on chronically tight areas of the body such as the back and neck. Gua sha however not limited to those areas
The technique is used to remove what an oriental tradition is called stuck Chi or energy, which is believed to be the main culprit for inflammation.
inflammation being the main cause of disease, discomfort, and imbalances in the body.
The surface of the skin will temporarily change in appearance, due to the bursting of tiny blood vessels called capillaries on the surface of the skin, this creates a slight bruising, and discoloration of pink red and purple. The appearance of the skin will go back to normal within a couple of days.
Gua sha is a natural healing remedy and it’s completely safe..
Indications for Gua Sha:
chronic pain
arthritis
fibromyalgia
migraines
insomnia
depression
anxiety
neck tension
Hot flashes
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How does it work? What’s the science behind it?
Gua Sha Scraping is done by rubbing or scraping with a massage tool and oil usually on chronically tight areas of the body such as the back and neck. Gua sha however not limited to those areas
The technique is used to remove what an oriental tradition is called stuck Chi or energy, which is believed to be the main culprit for inflammation.
inflammation being the main cause of disease, discomfort, and imbalances in the body.
The surface of the skin will temporarily change in appearance, due to the bursting of tiny blood vessels called capillaries on the surface of the skin, this creates a slight bruising, and discoloration of pink red and purple. The appearance of the skin will go back to normal within a couple of days.
Gua sha is a natural healing remedy and it’s completely safe..
Indications for Gua Sha:
chronic pain
arthritis
fibromyalgia
migraines
insomnia
depression
anxiety
neck tension
Hot flashes
