What can I expect during a bodywork visit?

For your first visit, I ask that you arrive 5-10 minutes early to give us time to chat about the information on your intake form. For every visit, I will ask how you are feeling today and what you feel you need from the session, as I want each treatment to be tailored to your “today” body.

After we’ve discussed the treatment plan and goals, I will leave the room for you to undress - while removing underwear makes it easier for me to work your low back and hips (and also upper thighs for those wearing boxers), please undress according to your comfort level. Next, lie between the sheets before I knock to come back in. You will be respectfully draped and covered throughout the massage with the sheet folded to expose only the area that I am working on.

During your first session with me, I like to communicate more frequently than in later sessions in order to gauge your comfort level and determine a good baseline for your preferred pressure. I strongly encourage you to let me know if there is anything I can do to make you more comfortable throughout the session! This could be related to the pressure, the temperature, volume of the music, etc.

So, I had a massage — now what?

After your session, it’s important to stay well hydrated. Drinking extra water for the next 24 hours will help your lymphatic system flush out any toxins that were released during the massage. It can also be helpful to stretch and gently move your body as much as you can — going for a walk is encouraged and it’s recommended to refrain from intense exercise immediately after. You might also continue to treat yourself and take a nice hot shower or bath! Heat increases blood flow in your body and can assist with relaxation of your muscles, which can extend the effects of the massage.

How often should I get massaged?

The typical guideline or recommendation is one massage per month. However, you might choose to book more or less frequently, depending on your time and financial budget, as well as your reason for massage (e.g. relaxation massage for stress management vs. dealing with acute pain or injury rehabilitation).

What types of payment do you accept?

I accept all forms of payment, including credit card, Venmo, cash, or check, but cash is preferred.

Where are you located?

My massage studio is located on the second floor of Kismet Place on Blair Park Road in Williston, Vermont. It’s in the same building as The Scale, Sangha Yoga Studio, and ONTA Martial Arts Studio. There’s an elevator located through the double doors if needed, otherwise you can take the stairs up to the second floor and head towards the right, past the Kids Rehab Gym. Kismet Collective is the door directly to the right of the yoga studio. If you need to use the bathroom before your session, they are conveniently located down the hall to the left of Sangha.

What is your cancellation policy?

You can find that, plus all of my other policies, listed here.