Massage styles/specialties: Of all massage, Hawaiian lomilomi was my first love. I learned lomi, and loved it so much I went to massage school. I love lomi because it is so deeply rejuvenating to the whole person. I have seen lomi “unstick” what was stuck whether it’s in the physical body, the emotions or the mind. When I was in massage school and had moved to the advanced level, I was given many clients that had been getting massage regularly but were coming in with the same complaints. Lomi can help shift that. I use hot stones to ground and warm the body, and guided visual imagery to help you unravel what’s stuck and envision a new story for yourself. All of this is customized—because everyone needs something different. If you have not tried lomi, I highly encourage you to do so! I also do a very comprehensive Swedish massage, and most always mix in deep tissue techniques depending on what your body needs. I use some orthobionomy techniques to help retrain muscles to return to their normal state of tone (thus relieving pain and soreness in opposing muscles), as well as passive range of motion and stretching. I always give attention to the head, hands and feet—to me, a massage isn’t as satisfying without it. And, when needed, I’ll also incorporate some abdominal work. One of the key things I learned in massage school is that often “where it hurts is not where the problem is.” So I’m good at being a detective, and spending time making what hurts feel better, and being sure to work on the opposing muscle groups to relieve what’s actually causing pain. I also offer Raindrop therapy. Raindrop combines the powerful energetic, immune-supportive, and detoxifying properties of essentials oils to affect positive changes in the body--essentially helping the body to rebalance and return to a normal, vital state. Most people think of essential oils as aromatherapy--the stuff that smells good--but aren't as aware that essential oils are literally the unique "medicine" of particular plants, trees, flowers, roots and fruits in their most concentrated form. We apply about 150 drops of 10 different essential oils that work together to balance all systems of the body energetically. I've found Raindrop to be especially helpful for those that have chronic conditions like recurring headaches, pain, infections, stress (including emotional and traumatic) and forms of inflammation. Clients typically feel a greater sense of wellbeing after a session, feel rebalanced and rejuvenated, experience a reduction of pain, are able to rest better, and find their immune systems are more effective. Most feel the benefits immediately and find they last a week or longer, and will repeat as necessary until the body settles into a new place of balance. And my newest service...Bellanina Face Lift massage! The most luxurious and effective method of toning and tightening muscles of the face without surgery. If this resonates with you, schedule a session today!