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Lately I’ve been working more frequently with pregnant women. I am really enjoying helping future moms relax and feel more comfortable as their bodies adjust to carrying a baby. Next week I will have the opportunity to be a teaching assistant for the pregnancy massage class at Body Therapy Institute, Santa Barbara. All of this [...]
Today we began our Qigong practice at Alice Keck park. In Qigong we pay close attention to the energetic aspect of each season and how they correlate to our vital organs. In his book “Chi Nei Tsang”, Mantak Chia writes: “The spleen, pancreas, and stomach are the organs through which the earth element functions. Operating [...]
Introduction to Qigong and Therapeutic Movement a five week series Tuesdays from 12:15pm to 1pm, at Alice Keck Park. Starting October 5 - 5 sessions – $48 if registered before Sept. 30th. ($55 after Sept 30 or $12 per class) To register, click here, or call me at 680-9208. Drop Ins Welcome. In this five week series I [...]
You’re already treating your body with the best massage, how about you put something delicious and healthy inside your body. We still have a few warm days ahead of us and the cantaloupes at the market are delicious and abundant. This is a great healthy drink to offer at the beginning of a meal, or [...]
I recently completed a course on lymphatic massage. I will now be offering this technique as a full body treatment and as a complement to deep tissue massage and swedish when applicable. The lymphatic system is one of our bodies’ 11 systems (digestive, circulatory, respiratory, etc) and is an integral part of our immune system. [...]
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This recipe is inspired by a kind of crepe that we found a lot in Bali last summer. Prepare batter: 1 cup rice flour 1/4 tsp salt 2 eggs 1 1/2 cup milk (adjust according to preference, less milk for thicker crepes, more milk for thinner ones)…I’ve been using unsweetened almond milk 1 tbsp oil [...]
Massage is still often perceived as a special treat, something to indulge in. While that is certainly true, people are becoming more and more aware of the significant health benefits of massage therapy. Massage can help increase overall wellness, and can also be incredibly beneficial for people dealing with specific ailments, such as Parkinson’s. It [...]
Many of my clients often report having had the best night of sleep in ages after they receive a massage. Read this excellent article in Massagetherapy.com explaining why.
Excellent article on the benefits and application of the Alexander Technique. I have taken a few classes here in Santa Barbara with Ronit Corry, and I highly recommend this type of work to people who feel they could benefit from a having more relaxed posture.