Bodywork
Craniosacral Therapy
Using a gentle touch, the therapist monitors the rhythm of the cerebrospinal
fluid throughout the body. Sources of stress are released at the key points
throughout the system to assist the body's amazing ability to self-heal.
Lymph Drainage
Lymph Drainage Therapy is a hands-on technique involving gentle manual maneuvers
designed to attain and sustain proper functioning and aid in the recirculation of
body fluids, stimulate functioning of the immune system, and balance the autonomic
nervous system.
There are many other actions LDT can accomplish - Reduction in edemas, relief of
chronic and sub-acute inflammations and skin conditions(eczema, acne), regenerations
of tissues ( burns, scarring), Detoxify the body, alleviation in cellulite, adipose
tissue, reduce symptoms of chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia, and many other health
issues.
This deeply relaxing treatment, while applying very light pressure, the therapist
slowly follows the pathways of the lymph, and is able to detect the specific rhythm,
direction, depth and quality of the lymph flow anywhere in the body.
Visceral Manipulation
Visceral Manipulation is a gentle manual therapy of the internal organs of the body,
such as the liver, kidneys, and intestines. Visceral Manipulation aids your body's
ability to relaease restrictions and unhealthy compensations that cause pain and
disfunction.
Acupressure
Following the Chinese 5 element theory of Yin and Yang, specific pressure is
applied to reflex points in order to balance excesses and deficiencies of
"chi". Very rejuvenating!
Shiatsu
A traditional Japanese body treatment that focuses on pressure points along the
meridian lines to open up pathways for the "chi" energy in the body.
Jin Shin Do
Commonly referred to as acupressure, this light touch therapy involves a
customized approach to health and healing. Discuss your needs with your
therapist and together you will create the formula right for you. Address
anything that concerns the emotional, physical,and/or spiritual body.
Energywork
Wholeness Healing
With reverence, compassion and joy for the process of living from our hearts,
and the intent of remembering who we are, this laying-on of hands technique
assists in expanding our reference of our whole being, with the understanding
that we are more.
Reiki
An ancient Tibetan form of hands on energy balancing using a light touch.
Relaxes the mind, relieves stress in the body and soothes the spirit in turn
promoting an overall sense of well-being.
Tsubo
Relieve energetic stagnation in the body with this oriental healing modality by
choosing from one of the following formulas: restoring vitality, increase
powers of concentration, and preventing aging.
Massage
Deep Tissue Neuromuscular Therapy
Works into deep layers of muscles and connective tissue through soft tissue
manipulation techniques. Great for people who like a deep, firm massage.
Sports Massage
Integrates Swedish with trigger point and deep muscle techniques. Can help
improve athletic performance and speed recovery.
Swedish Relaxation Massage
Incorporates a system of 5 definitive strokes to induce relaxation of the
muscle and connective tissue. Perfect for those who want to deeply relax. Very
soothing.
Thai Massage
An ancient healing technique that combines the use of pressure at reflex points
and specific yoga stretches to release energy blocks and extend the body's
range of motion; beneficial for reducing muscle soreness and fatigue. Wonderful
for increasing flexibility!
Pre & Post Natal Massage
With gentle acknowledgement of the little one inside, this massage supports the
Mother to be while her body is undergoing many changes before, during and after
birth.
Hot Stone Massage
This is a new twist on an ancient technique of using stones to promote healing.
Smooth volcanic river rocks are heated in water and glided over the muscle
tissue to greatly enhance the effects of the massage. It is no wonder clients
who have experienced hot stone massage consider themselves hooked. Try it for
yourself! Very detoxifying.
Icy Hot Massage
Spend a full hour relieving the aches and pains of the back as you rest and
restore with this delicious treatment that involves massage and the use of nine
different Young Living essential oils. Once the back has been made ready to
receive the oils we invite you to drift away as you relax and enjoy the
soothing tingling sensation of the oils' icy/hot combination and the
re-balancing of your own body's electrical system.
Additional Treatments
Aromatherapy
The power of scent has been known through the ages. Delight your senses and
experience the transformative and healing effects of aromatherapy. Included with this service
is a gift of a take-home sample of the product used.
Foot Baths
This warm soaking of your tired feet is very grounding for your whole being. A
good addition to all treatments. Charge includes the gift of a take-home sample
of the product used.
Hot Packs
Good to have before a deep tissue/nmt massage, to soothe the muscles and aid
relaxation. Please request at time appointment is made.
Movement Awareness
Personal Training
Feel better, look better, and achieve your fitness goals! An individually
tailored program will include toning, assisted stretch, postural awareness, and
resistive weight training.
Yoga Core (1-3 people)
Posture, Abdominal Powerhouse, Yoga and Pilates combining the best of both
disciplines, Yoga Core takes 27 of the original Pilates mat moves and blends
them with Power Yoga, Sun Salutations and Astanga breath work for vigorous
strength, flexibility and cardio-vascular workout.
Facials and Body/Beauty Treatments
Bare Essentials Facial
The ulitimate hydrating facial that will stimulate blood and oxygen flow to the skin leaving you with a radiant glow. Includes light cleansing, steam, exfoliation, peel and mask. Our Signature Aroma Facials
A completely tailored Facial from start to finish! You’ll experience a custom treatment for your skin type with a soothing face and neck massage.
Anti-AgingPower Regeneration
In combination with the above facial we add an enzyme treatment followed by hydrating phoresis of collagen followed by a vitamin serum under a paraffin mask. Along with an arm neck & facial massage. Yummy!
Deep Pore Cleansing
We have tailored our Signature facial by adding a galvanic treatment! Dedicating substantial time for a desincrustation with gentle extractions followed by a clay mud masque. Of course with a neck and facial massage.
*Facials are done with Pevonia or NuSkin products
Serving Martha's Vineyard and New York since 1988
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