Although I’ll give my recommendations, YOU are in control of what happens during a session. You can change your mind, at any time, for any reason about any agreed upon treatments. You can always stop the session at any time. I encourage all clients to speak up if you’re ever uncomfortable FOR ANY REASON. I understand this is not always easy for everyone--we all come from very different backgrounds. If for some reason you can’t get your words out, you can tap the massage table and I’ll immediately stop and check in with you. You can receive treatment fully clothed if you prefer. YOUR comfort is ALWAYS my top priority.

This is a place where you can be your most authentic self. All kind souls are welcome in my practice. All sizes, colors, genders, creeds and beliefs that are based on love and compassion are warmly welcomed in my space. If I don’t feel I’m the right fit for your needs I will do my best to refer you out if I can. I conduct all my sessions with loving compassion for the highest good of my clients, while doing my best to help you reach your short and long term health and wellness goals.

Tipping is never expected. I set my prices accordingly and I’d much rather you save it for your next session! I have flat fees that include all the tools and modalities at my disposal to help you reach your goals. I don’t refuse tips for those who wish to still do so and they are appreciated, however any tips received will go into a pay-it-forward fund so that I can help give back while still being able to support myself and my business.

Your sessions will always be specifically tailored to YOU as you are UNIQUE! I don’t have a routine, but rather let my intuition and your body/being guide me (with aid of my clinical training) in the best course of treatment. You may receive similar treatments at each appointment or they may be completely different depending on your needs and particular goals. Sometimes clients seeking clinical treatments for pain relief may need a session focused purely on relaxation. I encourage clients to ask for what they need so I can help you reach your goals.

I have a thorough cleaning and disinfecting protocol between clients, like I always have. There’s 30 minutes between appointments to clean and disinfect the space and equipment. The windows are opened to ventilate the space with fresh air and every single surface clients may touch are cleaned thoroughly. I do all I can to keep myself healthy and won’t work if I’m feeling unwell. I also won’t see clients who have any illness symptoms.

My Port Orchard home studio is a separate dedicated treatment room + bath. For those with allergies, a cat lives in the home but is not allowed inside the treatment room.

Organic Oils & Lotions:  I use Organic Unscented Coconut Oil. I may also use Organic Unscented Jojoba for those with a sensitivity to Coconut Oil. There’s no fragrance, incense or diffusers in my Poulsbo studio There may be scents from essential oils or Palo Santo in my Port Orchard studio. If you book the Port Orchard location and are sensitive to scents, please reach out before your appointment. For all linens, only fragrance/dye free laundry soaps, white vinegar and hot water are used. Wool dryer balls are used in place of fabric softener.

NOTE: Exceptions sometimes may need to be made for the first visit for more comprehensive goals. Although I always aim to provide you the full table/treatment time booked, there are rare instances where more intake/evaluation time may be needed on the first visit in order to serve you most effectively to reach your desired outcome.

Unless you arrive late, you will ALWAYS get your full scheduled time (with the rare exception of some first visits). A 60 minute session is just that--60 minutes full treatment time. 90 and 120 minute sessions are the same. In addition, there’s 15-20 minutes for intake/check-in time and time to check out and discuss any aftercare suggestions.

If I’m ever running late or have an emergency come up and cannot give you your full time, I will make the time up to you for the inconvenience.

I’m always learning and striving to be a better practitioner. I’ve been a life long learner who’s always studying something new and doing some sort of training to improve my skills, not only to better serve my clients, but also for self growth. I attend advanced therapeutic massage trainings each and every year to keep my clinical skills sharp, as well as taking continuing education to learn new bodywork techniques and mindset therapies

Problem Solving Therapeutic Lomilomi Massage forms the foundation for all my sessions. I’m also trained in, and currently may use the following modalities as indicated in your customized session: Warm Bamboo Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Cupping Massage, Hydrotherapy, Stretching & Movement Therapy and Perinatal/Prenatal/Postnatal Massage for ALL stages of pregnancy.

Lomilomi and Hawaiian Healing Arts is where my heart and spirit have guided me and receiving ongoing education and training in this is a lifelong pursuit. I'm also in the process of completing a 3 year Advanced Intuitive Energy Healing Program as well as a 500+ hr Course for Meditation and Yoga Teacher Training (more guided meditation options for clients are coming soon). I'm always looking to expand my skills and improve my ability to serve clients.