My 23 years of experience in the field of massage adds to my passion for understanding the body and how it repairs itself after injury. I graduated from East-West College of Healing Arts in Portland, Oregon in 2001. Prior to massage I studied at the University of Iowa and received my Bachelor of Science in Sport, Health, Leisure and Phy
My 23 years of experience in the field of massage adds to my passion for understanding the body and how it repairs itself after injury. I graduated from East-West College of Healing Arts in Portland, Oregon in 2001. Prior to massage I studied at the University of Iowa and received my Bachelor of Science in Sport, Health, Leisure and Physical studies with an emphasis in Recreation Therapy. I worked with Brain/Spinal cord injury patients and it was through that work that my passion for studying the role that physical touch plays in the healing process began. After all these years, I am still fascinated with how the body works, how it repairs itself after injury, and recovers from stress. In 2009, an injury to my back eventually required surgery on my L-5 disc, giving me a new perspective on pain and recovery and how integral massage can be to healing.
I had spent 16 years working at the Nob Hill Spa in San Francisco, offering massage and body treatments as well as managing/training a team of 30 massage therapists. I have also worked closely with chiropractors in a clinic setting as well as taught massage technique and kinesiology at the Costa Rica School of Massage.
simply.massage opened its door in August 2021. These experiences in all of these settings has molded me into the therapist I am today.
You can find me at 1505 Webster St. located on the 2nd floor inside of Back To Life Wellness Center.
At simply.massage you will experience bodywork that is both therapeutic and relaxing. I have an integrative and intuitive approach. Combining all aspects of Swedish massage with techniques such as trigger-point release, joint mobilization
You can find me at 1505 Webster St. located on the 2nd floor inside of Back To Life Wellness Center.
At simply.massage you will experience bodywork that is both therapeutic and relaxing. I have an integrative and intuitive approach. Combining all aspects of Swedish massage with techniques such as trigger-point release, joint mobilization, and deep tissue focus work allows me to deliver a restorative and therapeutic massage. Aromatherapy, hot stones and warm towels are all included.
You can choose to add-on CBD oil to your massage featuring Malaya Botanicals stress relief and pain relief massage oil blends to enhance your experience. Prenatal/Postnatal massage also available.
In addition, Cupping Therapy is available to add-on within the time frame of your service at no cost.
Cupping is a form of massage therapy which decompresses soft tissues using vacuum suction, unlike other forms of massage that compresses soft tissues. During cupping, the cup gently sucks to your skin and lifts underlying soft tissue into the cup.
How does it feel?
Cupping is very relaxing and generally not painful. The sensation that is experienced is a pulling of the skin as the cup is moved in a rolling fashion. Redness or a feeling of warmth is usually experienced after the release of the cup due to increased blood flow to the area.
Who can benefit?
Almost anyone can benefit from cupping. It is used to treat lack of mobility, tight muscles, scars and many diagnoses like headaches, tendinitis, bursitis, plantar fasciitis, fibromyalgia, and release of trigger points. It is performed throughout the regular massage session with focus on 1-2 areas. It is not a full body cupping session.
What to expect after treatment?
Mild soreness is to be expected from the buildup of lactic acid in the muscle tissue, but less soreness than a deep tissue massage. Markings are to be expected and can last up to a week. Physical exertion and heat are not recommended after the treatment.
Cupping benefits are the following:
Special Announcements
Price increase starting 1/1/24. All massage sessions increasing by $10.
I will be closed 12/22-12/26 and 12/29-1/2.
Thank you to everyone who voted in the Best of Alameda. I am grateful for the Win in the Best Place to Get a Massage.
I am no longer working every Sunday. My Sundays are by appointment only
Special Announcements
Price increase starting 1/1/24. All massage sessions increasing by $10.
I will be closed 12/22-12/26 and 12/29-1/2.
Thank you to everyone who voted in the Best of Alameda. I am grateful for the Win in the Best Place to Get a Massage.
I am no longer working every Sunday. My Sundays are by appointment only and it will likely be 1 Sunday a month. Sorry for the inconvenience this may cause. You can text me if you want a Sunday and we can make arrangements.
I recently did a podcast about my experience in Costa Rica. I dive into my journey to massage therapy and my experiences along the way. Have a listen.