I use an integrative approach, and may include a combination of techniques/modalities in a session. These are descriptions of some techniques and modalities that I incorporate. 

Swedish massage

Swedish massage therapy comes to mind when most people think about massage.  One of the primary goals of the Swedish massage is to relax the entire body. This is accomplished by rubbing the muscles with long gliding strokes in the direction of blood flowing back to the heart. In addition to providing relaxation, Swedish massage is beneficial for increasing the level of oxygen in the blood, decreasing muscle toxins, and improving circulation and flexibility while easing tension.

Deep tissue massage

Deep tissue massage focuses on realigning the deeper layers of muscles. It helps relieve chronic aches and pains and contracted areas such as a stiff neck and upper back, low back pain, leg muscle tightness, and sore shoulders. Some of the strokes are the same as those used in classic/Swedish massage therapy, but the movements are slower and the pressure is deeper and concentrated on areas of tension and pain in order to reach the sub-layer of muscles and the fascia (the connective tissue surrounding muscles).

Pregnancy massage

 This is a pampering massage for expectant mothers to relieve common discomforts associated with pregnancy. The therapist provides a full body massage while you comfortably lay in a side lying position with pillows placed for comfort. Pregnancy massage can greatly reduce typical aches and pains experienced such as lower back pain, tired and swollen feet and ankles, and tense shoulders. 

Raindrop technique

Raindrop Technique uses a sequence of essential oils that are immune enhancing, support the body's natural defenses, as well as the circulatory, respiratory, endocrine, digestive, nervous, and other body systems. These oils, which are high in antioxidants, are also mood elevating and antiseptic, creating an unfavorable environment for harmful viruses and bacteria that can hibernate in the body. Essential oils are known to boost stamina and energy, help you relax, help manage stress and frustration and promote overall health, vitality, and longevity. The principal single oils used include:

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)

Oregano (Origanum compactum)

Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens)

Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens)

Peppermint (Mentha piperita)

Basil (Ocimum basilicum)

Marjoram (Origanum majorana)

The oils are dispensed in little drops from a height of about six inches above the back, which is where Raindrop Technique gets its name. They are then massaged along the spine and back muscles. They are also applied to the feet. 

Reiki/Energy work

Reiki is a healing technique based on the principle that the therapist can channel energy into the client by means of light touch, which activates the natural healing processes of the body and restores physical and emotional well-being. It is administered by "laying on hands" and is based on the idea that an unseen "life force energy" flows through us. If one's "life force energy" is low, then we are more likely to get sick or feel stress, and if it is high, we are more capable of being happy and healthy.