All of my massage therapy services noted below can be booked at Ultimate Image, 312 Racebrook Road, Orange, CT 06477. Call the salon at 203-799-2969 to book a session, or email me directly at coastalwellness@hotmail.com and we will get you on the schedule. Thanks so much and I look forward to working with you!
On-site services include home visits, corporate events (chair only), pre and post race events (table) and fundraisers (table/chair). Home visits include all table massage therapy services with a minimum of one hour booking time. In home hot stone massage requires a mininum 2 hour booking time. Price breaks given with multiple same day sessions booked and completed. Pricing depends on location, duration, and event set up and will vary. Please call me directly at 203-535-3913 to discuss details and we can work out a plan. Cancellation fees apply if less than 24 hours notice given.
Hot Stone Therapy is a style of massage where heated stones are placed at specific sites on your body to deepen relaxation and promote circulation in your muscles. Muscles that are heated with these stones release tension and stress much more deeply and quickly than with a traditional massage. The overall experience is very relaxing, nurturing, and rejuvenating.
Aromatherapy massage involves the use of essential oil(s) in a carrier base oil, which is used on your skin to give a wonderfully therapeutic effect during your massage. Aromatherapy is generally used in a relaxation type massage. Each client will receive a 1 ounce custom blend massage oil with the essential oil(s) of their choice (limit three), depending on availability. This custom blend oil is made fresh at the beginning of each session with client input. This custom blend is used during the massage and the client will take the bottle home to keep using. PLEASE LET STAFF KNOW YOU WANT AN AROMATHERAPY MASSAGE AT TIME OF BOOKING. This ensures that all essential oil choices are available at your session.
Orthopedic massage is a style of massage therapy focused on treating painful conditions that affect the soft tissues of the body. Because orthopedic massage is designed to treat medical conditions, it requires extensive training. It involves releasing tense muscles, helping to stretch and lengthen tight muscles and tendons, and decompress rigid joints. My goal is to restore full health to the soft tissues of your body, both treating your specific conditions as well as improving your overall well-being.
Reflexology is a type of bodywork that focuses on applying pressure to the specific nerve zones in your feet. Unlike other foot massages that intend to mostly relieve tension in the feet themselves, reflexology is a far more in-depth science that aims to harmonize your entire body. According to reflexology, every part of the human body is mapped into your feet. Reflexology treatments have been found to be highly effective for conditions such as allergies, headaches, and depression.
Swedish Massage is a very relaxing and therapeutic style of bodywork. It combines oils or lotion with an array of strokes such as rolling, kneading, and percussion to help the body improve its circulation. The benefits of this type of bodywork are wide-ranging and include relief from aches and pains, decreased stress levels in the body, enhanced mental clarity, improved appearance, and greater flexibility.
Craniosacral Therapy is a gentle yet powerful technique that is effective in releasing neck pain, back pain, and mental stress (among other things). It does this by optimizing the movement of cerebrospinal fluid through the spine and around the skull. Developed by Dr. John Upledger, this therapy provides a very soothing and relaxing healing experience.
Deep Tissue Massage is a form of bodywork that aims to relieve tension in the deeper layers of tissue in the body. Deep Tissue Massage is a highly effective method for releasing chronic stress areas due to misalignment, repetitive motions, and past lingering injuries. Due to the nature of the deep tissue work, open communication during the session is crucial to make sure you don't get too uncomfortable. Keep in mind that soreness is pretty common after the treatment, and that plenty of water should be ingested to aid with the flushing and removal of toxins that will have been released from the deep tissue during the session.
Myofascial release is a form of soft tissue therapy intended to eliminate pain, increase range of motion, and rebalance the entire body. It does this by using massage techniques to stretch the fascia and release the bonds that exist between the fascia, muscles and bones. Fascia is the connective tissue that connects and covers all muscles, organs, and skeletal structures of the body. Direct myofascial release is sometimes known as deep tissue work. Indirect release applies light pressure and gently stretches the fascia; this allows for increased blood circulation and relief from pain.
Trigger Point Therapy is a style of bodywork that focuses on stimulating and releasing "trigger points" in your body. Trigger points are tender areas of tension similar to acupressure points, except they occur in the belly of the muscle rather than along the energy pathways of the body. These "knots" are built up throughout a person's life due to physical, mental, and/or emotional stress. During a session, focused pressure is applied through a variety of techniques order to release your trigger points. This process can be quite painful at times, yet the effects are lasting and profoundly transformative.
Pregnancy Massage is a style of bodywork designed specifically for pregnant women. Pregnancy is a time when a woman's body endures tremendous stress due to dramatic physical and emotional changes. Using various techniques specially developed for the expecting mother, Pregnancy Massage helps release the pain and discomfort experienced throughout pregnancy. The benefits are profound, including emotional support, the relief of joint pain due to extra weight and postural imbalance, and improved breathing and relaxation.
Chair massage is a popular way of relieving stress and releasing tension right in your home or workplace. You receive your massage in a specialized ergonomic chair which I bring to your location. In addition to the usual health benefits of massage, another benefit of chair massage is that it is done over the clothing. With seated massage, you can avoid the discomfort and awkwardness that you may feel in disrobing for a traditional massage. Also, chair massage sessions are usually shorter than traditional massage, making it convenient enough to fit into your busy schedule.
As a certified newborn massage instructor for Baby's First Massage, the parents and caregivers of newborns will learn to use massage with their baby, beginning as soon after birth as possible. This is an in-home class for 2 caregivers. Group sessions may be booked with a maximum of 6 caregivers and 3 newborns. Caregivers are urged to take this class prior to delivery so they will have time to practice skills before baby arrives!