What to Expect
What to Expect
Whether this is your first massage or you're returning after some time, it is completely normal to have questions. This page is here to guide you through what happens before, during, and after a session, so you can arrive feeling informed and relaxed. A blend of Swedish Massage, Myofascial Release (MFR), Body Mobilization Techniques (BMT), and Sports Massage, soft tissue manipulation, as well as self-care education will be used to help you meet your wellness goals.
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Before Your Appointment
Once you book your first session, you will complete a client intake form and a consent form. These help me understand your health history, goals, and any areas that need special attention. Filling them out ahead of time allows us to make the most of your session. If these are not completed ahead of time, we will complete them together during your massage session time.
Please arrive 5 to 10 minutes early so we can begin on time. Wear comfortable clothing and avoid eating a heavy meal before your appointment.
Starting the Session
We will begin with a short intake conversation. This usually takes about 15 minutes and gives us time to talk about your goals for the session, any health conditions, medications, or areas of concern. We will also talk about pressure preferences and comfort levels.
This is also the time to ask questions or share anything that will help you feel more at ease. Your comfort is always my priority.
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During the Massage
You will have privacy to get on the table and undress to your comfort level. Full professional draping is used.
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Your actual therapy treatment time on the massage table will be:
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45 minutes for a chair or prenatal massage,
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90 minutes for a 2-hour session
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This includes time for you to change, get on the table, and receive a full treatment. I use a combination of techniques (Swedish Massage, Myofascial Release (MFR), Body Mobilization Techniques (BMT), and Sports Massage) based on your goals and what I notice in your body. No two massages are the same.
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After the massage, we’ll take another 15 minutes to check in about how you’re feeling and go over any self-care or movement recommendations that may support your healing.
Once the session begins, I will check in briefly about temperature, pressure, and comfort. After that, the room will remain quiet for Relaxing Spa-style Swedish massage so you can relax fully. For Therapeutic-style massages, we will communicate (albeit, minimally) throughout the entire treatment and I will use Myofascial Release therapeutic techniques and soft tissue manipulation at a deeper level which breaks up adhesions and scar tissue.
Each session is customized using a variety of massage techniques based on your intake and how your body responds. No two massages are exactly alike.
Some people experience physical or emotional release during the session. This is normal and welcomed. You do not need to talk unless you want to. This is your time.
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After the Session
Once the massage is complete, you will have time to get dressed and rehydrate. We will talk briefly about what we observed and go over any take-home recommendations such as stretching, hydration, or follow-up care. This will be especially important if deeper myofascial release (MFR) or soft tissue manipluation is used.
If you use a wellness app or journaling method, you may also choose to log your feedback and set your goals for your next session.
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A Note About Communication
You are encouraged to speak up at any time during your treatment. If something feels uncomfortable, if you want a change in pressure, or if you just need a moment to pause, please let me know. This is a shared experience and your feedback helps me support you better.
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