Currently I am working in addition to Bodi Wisdom, Massage Studio in Raleigh two other places; one is at Dr. Dave Pascal's, Cary, NC and the other is Elite Laser & Skin Care, Raleigh, NC. Please feel free to call either one for specials and appts.
My massage education was in Connecticut and New York back in the 80's. Education is an on-going process as required by regulation and the desire to bring the best I can be in my skill and art as a massage therapist. I love doing hands on healing - mixed with therapeutic massage. I work on athletes, weekend warriors to those training for marathons, dancers, ballet and theater. I love working with pregnant mommies - their bodies so need the work during their 9 months. It brings me great joy when someone comes to me and gets relief like nothing else they have experienced - and I humbly accept the compliments when people recognize my work creates shifts in their bodies that they have not experienced with any other therapist. It's intuitive, spiritual, and the practice of working closely with bodies for a long time.
As a registered yoga alliance instructor - my original training was at the North Carolina School of Yoga under Chandra Om and her staff. The teachings were strongly rooted in the classical yoga tradition of Raja-Hatha - which is totally connected to the way I practice Massage Therapy - encouraging you to breath deeply as the muscles are relaxed, getting the full experience of what body work can do for mind, body and spirit.
As a Yoga Teacher, I started out teaching classes that incorporated the asanas, breath work and meditation. I did this for 3 years and found that people wanted individual attention so my practice organically morphed into private yoga sessions in Raleigh.
I have been a massage therapist for over 20 years, that knowledge and experience together with training as a Registered Yoga Alliance Teacher, leads my work with detailed and specific attention to your body as I work with you.
We are all looking to be in the best state we can be ~ in bodi mind & spirit. In your session you may take a journey of mindfulness through visualization to re-frame thoughts or behaviors that are keeping you stuck or simple not working for you. If your stress levels are high, I may engage you w/mindfulness techniques and breathing to center and calm you as you are receiving your massage, foot reflexology or energy work. And then, maybe you just want to be still and quiet - receptive to the subtlety of massage. Each time you receive, you will be listened to so that your bodywork session can accomodate your needs. With the utmost respect know that I will hold the space sacred for you. It is my honor to be a sacred vessel for the healing work that I do.
The energy work I do is with the intention of healing. Sometimes the focus can be additionally on the 7 main chakras. In addition to energy work, I may add holding acupressure points in an area that may be congested or overly energized for optimal flow.
My studio is in the front of my home - now adays most people are comfortable with therapists working out of their homes - I am sure you will find it not only comfortable but the atmosphere quite professional. Hours of availability are by appt only: