An Effective, Evidence-Based Approach to Massage Therapy in Grand Rapids, MI

Allow yourself to experience a new level of relaxation


“Strength that has effort in it is not what you need; you need the strength that is the result of ease.”
-Ida Rolf-

What if you could experience the powerful benefits of a deep tissue massage, with none of the invasive and even painful sensations that often come with it - sensations that can cause us to tense up rather than relax? Is it possible for our bodies to truly benefit from a massage without sacrificing the relaxation that’s a hallmark of the practice? According to the latest in pain research, the answer is yes - and my evidence-based approach to massage therapy does just that.

Rather than forcing your body's tissues into submission through painful and invasive techniques, we can instead frame massage as an invitation for your nervous system to remember its natural state of ease, creating deep and lasting relaxation. Through gentle guidance and expert touch informed by my years of study and practice, we will explore the unique landscape of your muscles and tissues, using your body's own wisdom to bring you to a place of ease and comfort.  You will learn how to tune into your body's unique and subtle signals by developing and utilizing your own conscious awareness. The deeper this awareness becomes, the more you'll experience profound relaxation in your day to day life. 

Each person's path to wholeness and wellness is distinctly their own - I'm simply here to help illuminate your path, bringing skilled hands and a curious and open mind as we work together to bring you to a state of peace and equilibrium. If you are seeking a pain-free, holistic, and evidence-based approach to massage therapy in Grand Rapids, I would love to work with you. Come experience this transformative bodywork for yourself - book your session online or reach out to me directly to learn more.

Testimonials

My Massage Services

  • Relaxation / General Wellness Massage

    A less focused session with the main intention of bringing you into as deep a state of relaxation as possible. This has the benefit of down regulating your nervous system and providing you with a moment to reset from your busy life.

  • Therapeutic Massage

    A more directed experience which seeks to alleviate a specific issue. Whether it be inhibited range of motion, chronic pain, or an addition to physical therapy following an injury. This massage includes more stretching, communication, and goal setting.

Free Enhancements

  • Cupping

  • Bamboo Fusion

  • Thermal Therapy

  • Hot Stones

  • Singing Bowls

  • Guided Breathing

  • Table Thai

  • Curated Playlists

  • Meditation Prompt