By Valerie Carsey Massage therapy offers more than just relaxation—it supports pain relief, emotional wellness, and overall health. Yet many people avoid getting massage care due to personal hesitations or concerns. Know that your session can and should be tailored to your specific needs. Here are some ways that a massage can be adapted to meet your specific … Continue reading Adapting to Your Massage Hesitations
Massage for the Sober Curious
By Valerie Carsey, LMT As a non-alcoholic drinker myself, I am thrilled about the growing wave of non-alcoholic beers, wines, and mocktails now available in stores and restaurants. (I have even accumulated quite the collection of these products at home!) These options seem to have exploded in popularity over the past six months and are … Continue reading Massage for the Sober Curious
Maintenance Massage for Your Health
By Valerie Carsey Over the years, I have had numerous clients miss a month of their regular massage appointments and return saying, “I really noticed the difference.” However, many people only visit a massage therapist for a “special occasion” or in response to an injury or accident. Maintenance massage involves a consistent routine, typically every … Continue reading Maintenance Massage for Your Health
CranioSacral Therapy and Neurolymphatic Drainage: Exploring Overlapping Modalities
by Valerie Carsey, LMTMassage modalities often overlap in technique, drawing from diverse theories and methodologies. This is particularly true for CranioSacral cranial holds and Neurolymphatic Drainage holds. Understanding CranioSacral Therapy CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is based on the theory that practitioners can work with the craniosacral rhythm—the rate at which spinal fluid is produced then dispersed … Continue reading CranioSacral Therapy and Neurolymphatic Drainage: Exploring Overlapping Modalities
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