What is Shiatsu?
Shiatsu is a holistic massage therapy practice that is based on the meridian system, a network of energetic points and channels that is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture. It is a deeply relaxing therapy that helps reestablish the natural flow of energy in the body. It feels a lot like a massage, combined with stretching, and acupressure.
What does it help with?
Shiatsu can be very beneficial for pain management and musculoskeletal dysfunction, but it is exceptional at helping to address more complex, nuanced issues that don't seem to have an easy explanation. This includes chronic illness, chronic pain, moodiness, depression, anxiety, trauma, insomnia, and just feeling off. Regular shiatsu supports a healthy body, a balanced emotional life and a re-connection to our authentic self.
What to Expect
Before the session we will chat briefly about your health history, and present condition. The session takes place on a futon mat on the floor, and the receiver is fully clothed in comfortable, loose, clothing. The session will combine a series of shiatsu techniques such as thumb or palm pressure, rotation of the limbs, and traction of the joints. It is a full body treatment that has unique flow, allowing you to feel a sense of spaciousness, as physical tension unwinds and you sink into a deeply relaxed, healing state. Many people report feeling a sense of wholeness, and a return to an integrated, natural state of being.
What my clients say...
"My experience receiving shiatsu from Sophie has been nothing short of powerful. I honestly didn't know what to expect initially, and after one session I was convinced I needed to work with her twice a month. For me, Sophie created a perfect environment for tapping into a deep and relaxed state that I have never felt before. Both the physical and energetic touch that she provided was exactly what my body and mind were needing and craving. After many years of working with different mind body practitioners, I feel that this is some of the most potent and impactful work that I've received."
-Camden Middlebrooks
"I sought massage from Sophie when I was experiencing acute lower back pain and felt deeply supported by her expert touch and techniques. Not only did she help relax my muscular body, she also shifted my energetic body to a more relaxed and calm state with gentle assessment and touch. Sophie is thorough, attentive, consent oriented and thoughtful in her approach and practice which makes a world of difference when in a vulnerable position of receiving healing. I couldn't recommend Sophie more to support your body in healing and wellness."
-Johnny
"As someone who is chronically ill, I was struggling with pain management daily. My doctor had me considering pharmaceutical intervention for the first time in my life, but then I had my first session with Sophie. I wept afterwards (not an exaggeration) because what I was feeling was relief. It was so overwhelming. I now regularly work with her, and she has completely changed the way I approach my pain management. It's not a bandaid, but actual, notable progress. I can't say enough good things about the body and energy work she does and how that work promotes healing. Highly endorse and recommend. "
-Whitney F
"Receiving shiatsu from Sophie was a great experience. The work was fluid, insightful, graceful, and effective. The conversation was professional, and I left the session feeling relaxed. I felt a significant decrease in tension, it was like I took my body for a tune up!"
-Caleb Flood