— My technique looks and feels different from a traditional massage, because the intention is not relaxation alone but rather release, decompression, and restoring mobility in the fascia —

Pre-Session

• Intake & Assessment: We review your pain, posture, injuries, movement restrictions, or stress patterns. We often observe your standing posture, gait, or range of motion.

• Goal Setting: We’ll focus the session around what you’re treatment goals are—pain relief, mobility, athletic recovery, or general tension release.

During the Session

• Environment: Unlike spa massage, we use less oil or balm—sometimes none at all—since grip on the skin is key to accessing fascia.

• Technique:

• Slow, sustained pressure with hands, forearms, knuckles, or tools.

• Gliding + stretching the fascia.

• Cross-fiber techniques that move perpendicular to muscle direction.

• Skin rolling, cupping, and tractioning to lift and separate tissue layers.

• Client Involvement: You may be asked to take slow breaths, gently move a limb, or provide feedback about sensations (like pulling, heat, or release).

• Sensation: often feels like a slow, deep stretch or gentle pressure that gradually unwinds soft tissue — sometimes tender, but not sharp or painful. As the fascia releases, you might feel a sense of warmth, softening, or even a subtle release in your body.

Post-Session

• Integration: We often finish the session with lighter strokes or grounding holds to help the body fully integrate the work.

• Aftercare: You will receive aftercare instructions like hydration, gentle stretching, or rest, depending on your outcome.