What are some concepts to consider for your visit?

• Approach the massage with receptiveness and openness.

• Do your best to avoid eating just before your session to allow for digestion, and arrive on time to facilitate relaxation.

• For your treatment, remove only as much clothing as you're comfortable with. If you prefer to keep your clothes on, I respect that and can work over clothing. Please wear something that allows for mobility to the areas being massaged (e.g. yoga pants, sweatpants, anything but jeans).

• I will leave the room to provide you with privacy while you undress, you will be covered with two sheets during the massage, and I will only uncover the areas being worked on as discussed before the treatment. After the session, I will leave the room once again so that you'll have privacy to re-dress.

• Inform me of any discomfort, environmental distractions, or if you need adjustments in pressure or technique.

• Remember to breathe normally, as it promotes relaxation. If you find yourself holding your breath due to anxiety or sensitivity, let me know—I can adjust the pressure or technique as needed.

• Do your best to melt into the table, relaxing both your muscles and mind during the massage. If you feel yourself tensing up, please let me know; I can always adjust my approach and help you focus on breathing.

• To calm racing thoughts, focus on the therapist's hands, the music in the room, or the sensations of the therapist working on the muscles to help ground yourself.

• Take a moment to breathe deeply before sitting up and getting off the massage table. Standing up too quickly can lead to dizziness or lightheadedness.

• Massage therapy offers cumulative benefits, meaning the more frequently you receive treatment, the better you'll feel and the faster your body will respond. Each session builds on the last, deepening relaxation and helping to release chronic stress patterns. Multiple sessions are typically necessary so as to reach your new baseline.