Offerings
At the heart of this work is providing a space set apart for rest and renewal—where clients can engage a process of physical ease, nervous system support, and abiding peace and comfort.
We support the return to wholeness by gently releasing hidden stress and tension through gentle touch and presence.
Therapeutic Bodywork
CranioSacral Therapy
CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on therapy that works with the body’s natural healing ability. CST focuses on the craniosacral system (CSS), which includes the membranes and fluids that protect and nourish the brain and spinal cord.
With light touch, the therapist listens to the subtle rhythms of the CSS identifying areas of tension or restriction. By following these rhythms, CST helps release tension, restore balance, facilitate relaxation, and reduce pain.
CST is an inside-out therapy that works with the fascia, which weaves throughout and interconnects the whole body. As things release and shift, its common that you may feel changes in areas beyond where the therapist is working.
Myofascial Release Therapy
Myofascial Release Therapy (MFR) is a hands-on technique that focuses on releasing tension within the fascia, the connective tissue that surrounds muscles and organs. Chronic tension or injury can cause fascia to become tight and restrictive, leading to pain and limited movement.
MFR uses gentle, sustained pressure to stretch and release the fascia, improving flexibility, reducing pain, and restoring balance in the body. As the fascia releases, clients often experience greater mobility and a deeper sense of relaxation. MFR is a safe and effective therapy for those dealing with chronic pain, stiffness, or injuries, promoting overall physical and emotional well-being.
MFR is easily blended within CST sessions.
SomatoEmotional Release®
SomatoEmotional Release® (SER) is a therapeutic process used in Upledger Craniosacral Therapy (CST) that helps release physical tensions retained by the body after accidents, injuries, or trauma. Over time, these stored tensions can contribute to discomfort and movement pattern restrictions.
By supporting the body’s natural ability to release what it has been holding, SER can promote physical ease and may also bring a sense of emotional relief. While the primary focus is on facilitating physical tissue release, clients sometimes report experiencing positive emotional or spiritual shifts as their bodies let go of stored tension.
SER is a complementary manual therapy technique and is not a substitute for medical or psychological care.
CranioSacral Therapy listens to the subtle rhythms of your nervous system and the patterns held throughout your body. With gentle, supportive touch, it helps areas that are working too hard begin to ease, allowing your system to settle and engage its natural capacity for healing.
FAQs
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Your session is designed to be calm, gentle, and tailored to what your body needs. We’ll start with a brief conversation about your concerns and goals, and then you’ll lie comfortably on the table, fully clothed.
I use a blend of Craniosacral Therapy, Myofascial Release, and other light-touch techniques, adjusting based on how your body responds. Many people feel warmth, softening, small twitches, a sense of internal stretching, deeper breaths, or a general sense of settling. Some feel immediate ease, while others notice changes later that day or over the next few days as their system integrates the work.
After the session, you may feel relaxed, lighter, or sometimes a bit tired—that’s normal. I’m always happy to answer questions and talk about next steps before you head out.
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Yes—absolutely.
A lot of people are used to deep pressure for pain relief, but Craniosacral Therapy (CST) and Myofascial Release just work differently. Instead of pushing tight muscles to let go, these gentler methods help your nervous system and connective tissues settle and release on their own, often creating longer-lasting results without the discomfort.
CST works with subtle shifts in the membranes and fluids around the brain and spinal cord, while Myofascial Release focuses on the fascia that supports and surrounds your muscles. Both can be highly effective for pain, tension, stress, and limited movement even if you’re used to deep tissue work.
Because this approach works with the body’s natural regulation, the changes can be gradual. Many people notice more ease later that day or the next, better mobility, less pain, deeper sleep, or a general sense of “things opening up.”
As you receive gentle work, pay attention to small sensations: warmth, softening, breath changes, gurgles, little twitches. These are signs that your system is responding. Gentle techniques help the body release without bracing, supporting real, lasting change, both in the ways we can explain and the ways we’re still learning to understand.
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Craniosacral Therapy (CST), Myofascial Release, and other forms of Therapeutic Bodywork are generally safe, gentle, and well-tolerated. However, as with any bodywork there are a few things to keep in mind:
Temporary Discomfort: Some clients experience mild soreness after a session, similar to what you might feel after a therapeutic massage or a workout. This typically resolves within a day or two.
Emotional Release: Because this work engages the nervous system and fascia, emotional responses may arise during or after a session. This is a normal part of the healing process and can be a sign that your body is letting go of stored tension.
Fatigue or General Soreness: A small percentage of clients report feeling tired, lightheaded, or experiencing mild soreness following a craniosacral therapy session. These effects are usually short-lived as the body adjusts.
Skin Sensitivities: If any oils or lotions are used during your session, there is a small risk of allergic reactions. Please inform your therapist of any skin sensitivities.
If you have any specific medical conditions or concerns, be sure to include them on your intake forms so we can ensure that Craniosacral Therapy or Myofascial Release is right for you. Your safety, comfort, and well-being are our top priorities!
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I’ve been a Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist since 2017 and have spent more than a decade working hands-on with the body. My approach is gentle and steady—supporting pain relief, nervous system ease, and a greater sense of comfort in daily life.
My training spans Craniosacral Therapy (Upledger CST and SER), Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Deep Tissue, Thai Bodywork, Orthopedic Massage, and more. My background in communication and many years teaching yoga helps me connect with clients clearly and meaningfully.
As my practice has matured, I’ve become increasingly grounded in the science of how the body functions and adapts. And while I rely on anatomy and physiology to inform my hands, I also stay open to the quieter aspects of healing, the meaningful shifts that people feel even when we can’t fully explain them.
My aim is to offer care that is thoughtful, respectful, and attuned to both what we understand about the body and what we are still learning.
We do not treat symptoms or conditions. We work with people who may experience symptoms or conditions.
The gentle nature of our work allows the body’s design to guide the session; it’s generally safe for most people.
Clients share that they experience relief from issues such as headaches and body pain after their sessions. As well as improvements in sleep and a general sense of relaxation and well-being.
Philosophy
People experiencing stress-related issues respond well to our bodywork therapies. It can be an excellent complement to other treatment approaches, offering an increased likelihood of effectiveness.
Most of our clientele receive the work as part of their ongoing self-care routine. Clients find this work very relaxing and feel it eases the tensions that accrue in everyday life.
