MediCupping VacuTherapy Massage Now at SeaRhythms in Charlottesville, VA

The ultimate in lymphatic and myofascial therapy! Transform painful, tight muscles into peaceful oceans of relaxation in a matter of minutes. I’ve used cups to treat multiple cases of tendinitis and old muscle injuries that have not responded well to other approaches, and was able to clear them up completely in just a couple of sessions.   I Read More

Are you ready to heal your chronic pain?

I want to support you in reaching your wellness goals. My signature holistic therapy, Integrative Therapeutic Bodywork, is based on several forms of osteopathic, orthopedic, and neurofascial bodywork, integrated as needed, to support you in your healing and getting relief from pain that you may not have been able to achieve before. I’ve done hundreds of sessions with clients who Read More

Do I Need a Deep Tissue Massage?

To answer that question, you must first ask yourself what will most help you to relax. Most of the research we have regarding the known benefits of touch therapy – from healthier circulation and immune systems, to having less pain and more freedom of movement, to improved sleep patterns – all show that these benefits Read More

Can Regular Bodywork Help My Menopausal Symptoms?

I recently had my annual physical check-up. When my health care provider asked what was my most important health concern at the moment, I had a few to talk about. Sleeplessness.  Weight gain.  Hot flashes.  Moodiness. Digestive disturbances.  And some others too personal to talk about here. She said, “Girlfriend, welcome to peri-menopause!” Great.  Now Read More

Am I too Fat to Get a Massage or Zero Balancing?

I’ve had people, who were desperately in need of bodywork for health reasons, tell me they would schedule one as soon as they could lose some weight and start working out more. This always takes me by surprise, because truthfully, how much a person weighs or how fit they are is the least of my concerns Read More

How Often Should I Get Bodywork?

This is one of the most asked questions I get from my clients.  My quick answer is usually “at least once a month” if the client is generally healthy. This is a good amount to feel good and keep ahead of any musculo-neuro-fascial issues that may develop from daily living. However, you may want to schedule Read More

When NOT to Get a Massage

It’s cold and flu season and I’m getting a lot of questions about whether or not it’s a good idea to get a massage before, during, or after an illness.  Here are some guidelines to keep in mind when deciding whether you are well enough for a massage.  This applies to anytime of year, not Read More

What does massage really do to improve your health?

Harmonize Your Inner Ocean It has been said that life on land became possible when there evolved the ability for creatures to carry their life-sustaining oceans with them internally. “…before aquatic organisms could achieve those decisive moments when they took to the air and the ground, a means of permanently containing within the organism an Read More