bodywork treatments
Select the session that speaks to your body & heart.
the signature session 120 min / 260.
lymphatic & deep tissue
dhatu chikitsa
This therapeutic session will gently detoxify and deeply satiate your tissues (dhatus), using nourishing massage and deep tissue work to soften tight muscles and move lymphatic stagnation. As lymph flows more easily, circulation is improved, tissues are cleansed and nourished and nerves unwind. You will feel like melted butter!
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Customized Ayurvedic & herbal oils
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Cupping, gua sha & fascia tools as needed
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Ayurvedic specialty treatment- Pinda Sweda therapy for joints & muscles
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Castor oil packs for the back & abdomen
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Handcrafted organic Lymph Balm spot treatment
the deep dive session 210 min / 410.
dhatu chikitsa & nadi vijnanam
Beyond the Signature session, the Deep Dive is a powerful and sensory-rich extended treatment that addresses chronic issues in more detail. It is detoxifying and rejuvenating for lymphatics, circulation, fascia, muscles, bones, and nerves-- allowing old injuries, trauma, stagnation, and stress to unwind and release.
We begin with an Ayurvedic assessment (nadi vijnanam) of your unique constitution (prakruti) and touch on your current state (vikruti) through questions, pulse, and tongue reading. The session elements are then customized for your unique needs.
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Ayurvedic assessment & personalized self-care remedies
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Full-body herbal steam
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Customized Ayurvedic & herbal oils & essential oil blend
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Cupping, gua sha & fascia tools as needed
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Handcrafted organic Lymph Balm spot treatment
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Ayurvedic specialty treatment- Pinda Sweda therapy for joints & muscles
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Castor oil or clay packs, salt scrub, or Kalanamak (enzymatic salt) as needed
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Face, sinus & scalp treatment
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One of two Ayurvedic specialty treatments for sinking into blissful parasympathetic rest-
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Kati Basti- warm medicated oil bath of the spine
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Netra Basti- warm ghee treatment for deep rest of cranial nerves & lubrication of the eyes
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Healthy snack & electrolyte drink
the elements session 120 min / 220.
pancha mahabhutas
The Five Great Elements of life according to Ayurveda are-
Ether. Air. Fire. Water. Earth.
Akasa. Vayu. Agni. Jala. Prithvi.
The entire universe and all beings are composed of these five elements.
Immerse yourself in the elements during this sensory rich massage experience.
I will curate a selection of materials and treatments that will invoke each element
and enhance your experience of the five senses.
Possibilities Include
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Herbal steam inhalation or foot bath (Air. Fire. Water. Scent. Sight.)
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Herbal oil annointing (Touch. Scent.)
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Aromatherapy blend (Ether. Scent.)
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Living clay (Earth. Touch.)
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Hot Stones (Fire. Touch.)
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Singing bowls / sound bath (Ether. Sound.)
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Smudging with dried herbs (Air. Scent.)
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Scrubs- sea salt, Kalanamak enzymatic minerals or herbal powders (Earth. Touch.)
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Soft slide cupping (Touch.)
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Castor pack or moxibustion at naval (Fire. Touch.)
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Herbal tea or Herbal water (Sight. Taste)
the standard lymphatic session 90 min / 180.
phenakam
A full body lymphatic massage with one deep tissue focus area specific to your needs.
Flushing the lymphatic rivers throughout supports the immune system, removes metabolic wastes from tissues, nourishes the blood and ultimately all tissues in the body. Hydrating and rebalancing!
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Cupping
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Gua sha & fascia tools as needed
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Castor pack
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Handcrafted organic Lymph Balm spot treatment
the neck / head & scalp session 75 min / 120.
with ayurvedic facial
shiroabhyanga & marma
We begin with an herbal steam inhalation to open the sinuses and boost skin health. A deep tissue massage of the shoulders and neck is followed by a luxurious scalp treatment with warm Ayurvedic hair oil. Hot stones, warm compresses, essential oils, and Marma point massage will address congestion. Facial cupping and gentle gua sha will tone the skin and support glymphatic (brain lymph) drainage. The session concludes with a handcrafted herbal masque and hydrating face pack with handcrafted serums or cream.
Blissful and therapeutic!
