What to expect at my home studio:

Type of Massage

The type of massage I do here is all about relaxation and reduction of stress. I have taken techniques from several different massage disciplines and incorporated them into a soothing and free flowing massage that lets my client forget about the work day world for a moment and leaves them feeling rejuvenated.

To accentuate the spa-like experience all massages in my home studio begin with a relaxing herbal foot soak. Although my work is very sensual, it is not sexual in any fashion. Please do not schedule an appointment if you are looking for something other than a professional massage. If this is your first massage experience, or if you are a new client of Massage For Seattle, please take a look at our guidelines page.

The primary disciplines I generally incorporate are Swedish massage and gymnastics including deep tissue techniques, Hawaiian Lomi Lomi, broad plane myofascial, and sports massage. Since each client is unique I use a different fusion of these techniques for each massage.

Your Comfort:

Room ambiance:

The massage table is heated and I have plenty of blankets, so adjusting the table temperature to your preference is not a problem. I generally burn a few beeswax candles, keep the lighting dim, and play soft music.

Music:

To make your massage experience more enjoyable I have selected music which I enjoy. If you have your own music that you find relaxing and would like during your massage, please feel free to bring it. If you bring your own music on a CD, MP3 disc, or IPOD please make sure that the disc or playlist will run for more than one hour. If you intend on bringing an IPOD, please let me know in advance which version you use so I can pre-install the correct cradle adaptor. Also, if you don’t want to carry an IPOD or disc with you, feel free to email me MP3 files at least two days in advance of your appointment and I would be happy to use this playlist just for you.

Draping and privacy:

In addition to keeping you warm, I drape my clients to preserve modesty and only expose the portion of the body that is being worked on at that time. While doing abdominal work on female clients I use a breast drape unless specifically asked not to prior to the massage. As noted in the guidelines page, the optimal way to receive a massage is fully unclothed. I will leave the room to allow you to undress and cover yourself with the sheet and blanket before returning to the room to start your massage

Time and Scheduling:

I generally see clients in the evening or on weekends. Online scheduling is available for appointments two or more days in advance. Please see the services pages for the online scheduling. If you wish to make an appointment for today or tomorrow, or for a time outside my normal hours of operation, please call me at 206.660.9139.

Please allow for one and a half hours for your "60 Minute Massage" appointment, especially if you are having someone pick you up afterwards. Although the massage itself will be one hour, I begin all massages with a foot soak/scrub during which time I plan the massage with you. Also, I don’t want you to rush out afterwards, so please plan for some extra time.

Home Studio

A few additional notes about my house: I'm located in the Columbia City neighborhood of Seattle. Due to city zoning requirements I do not post my address on this site, but will provide that when you schedule your appointment.

I have two cats. I remove them from the massage room during the session, but they are free to roam around the rest of the time and no amount of cleaning and air filtration will completely remove all pet hair and dander from the room. Please take this into consideration if you have severe allergies. Also, the house is not wheelchair accessible. There are 4 steps between the sidewalk and the front door.

canceling your appointment.

If for any reason you can not make this appointment please let me know as soon as possible. I can best be reached on my cell phone at 206.660.9139. If I don't answer feel free to leave a message. If you scheduled online you can cancel online up to 2 days before your appointment as well .

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