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In this session cupping is integrated along with traditional massage  techniques to open the muscles, connective tissue, and joints through suction. The therapist applies silicone suction cups to the body in areas that may be holding very deep tensions. They may leave the cups to rest in an area or gently glide the cups over the skin to help release the tissue. Suction brings blood and lymph to the tissue while aligning of the muscle fibers in a very direct and effective way. This massage is wonderful for those that are seeking more freedom of movement in their body.

***Please note that this massage may leave red, purple, blue, or black marks on the body where the cups have been resting. These are not bruises, and are a natural effect of the suction. 

*** This massage is not appropriate for those with circulatory, vein, or heart conditions.

Just like rivers channel life giving water through the land and into the sea, our bodies channel life giving water in order to cleanse and nurture our many systems. Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) is a light, cadenced manual therapy that helps promote the movement of these waters called lymphatic fluid or lymph. The lymphatic system circulates fluid throughout the body and helps maintain circulatory balance and immune function. MLD massage can be helpful for people experiencing swelling or edema due to injury, surgery, or for those who have lymphedema. In addition to its benefits for edema, it may also provide symptom relief for those with varicose veins, arthritis, headaches, tinnitus, fibromyalgia, or chronic pain. Rhythmic in nature and light in pressure, MLD is also very relaxing and can aid in general wellness and stress-relief, a benefit for anyone who is seeking to calm the nervous system. At Harmony on Hope Massage, you will receive MLD from a licensed massage therapist, which makes this type of session slightly different from one you might receive at a physical therapist office. Your therapist may choose to include additional elements like integrated massage techniques or other spa-like treatments that help you flow down the river with ease!

*NOTE: New, unexplained, or undiagnosed swelling, edema, or pain must be checked and diagnosed by a doctor before receiving MLD or massage.

*This session is not open wound care. Clients with surgical drains or still-healing wounds or incision sites must wait to receive MLD until drains are removed and wounds or incision sites have healed over. If you are seeking MLD and have had surgery recently, we advise you to ask your doctor for clearance before booking an MLD session.

*If you are seeking MLD and are currently in treatment for cancer, we recommend seeking MLD with your physical therapist. 

*For clients with prolonged lymphedema, our MLD sessions are recommended as an addition to comprehensive care from a physical therapist or other professional trained in Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT). MLD should not be considered a replacement for care from your physical therapist or primary care provider.

This session integrates elements from our signature R&R Massage and our Rei of Light session. At the beginning of this 90 minute appointment, your therapist will discuss how you'd like to best divide the time between massage and energy work. 

Reiki is the ancient art of clearing the energy pathways of the body. This extremely tranquil energy work relies on very light, non-manipulative touch. It is done fully clothed and with limited physical contact. Those that practice and receive Reiki often say they discover a truer connection to their “inner source”. While it may reveal stronger spiritual ties, there is no religious belief system attached to Reiki. It has been used to help the recovery process both physically and mentally for those challenged by illness, injury, or chronic pain. It would also be a wonderful session for someone looking for the soothing benefits of massage but not quite ready for the physical bodywork.

 
Rei - the gentle wisdom that surrounds us  
Ki - the quiet energy that is underlies us all

Our massage is different at HoHM because we emphasize the unique skillset of each therapist and customize each and every session for our clients. We thought we should bring this quality into our energy work as well.

There are many techniques and tools that can bring a focus and awareness to the unseen and more nuanced aspects of ourselves. In "The Cradle" session, we combine many forms of energy work in order to help you harmonize internally. We may include reiki, gentle rocking, pressure points, quiet joint mobility work, aromatherapy, sound healing, smudging, crystal energy gridding, craniosacral holds, or energetic balancing to customize a session that resonates with you. If you're feeling deep anxieties, disconnections, or newly erupting negative energies, perhaps "The Cradle" is a first step on the path to Harmony. 

Gravity is your friend with this full body massage that utilizes the broad surface of your LMT’s  bare feet with their body weight to achieve a deep, consistent pressure. Parallel bars secured to the ceiling allow your LMT to step up onto the table, and sink into your tight tissues without causing you pain. By switching up the “tools” from hands, elbows & finger tips to the whole foot, the work can sometimes be more effective at elongating the spine as well as other shortened, contracted muscles in your limbs. Other perks include assisting the lymphatic system with detoxification, improving posture, and increasing range of motion. Be sure to inform your LMT of all medical conditions - due to the compressive nature of this technique, there are certain contraindications.

Not for: folks at any stage of pregnancy, clients with high blood pressure, osteoporosis, recent injuries or surgeries.
 

Reflexology is about connection. As we move through the world we tend to lose our sense of connection with one another, the earth, and most importantly, ourselves. Our feet are the first point of connection for many of us. They are a complicated and intensely sensory part of our being. This session explores points in the feet that are connected with and correspond to different aspects of the body. By working gently with these correlated points, you can address pain, dysfunction, illness, and mental health.

In this session, while you relax, the therapist will focus for about 45-50 minutes on reflexology in the feet. The final part of the session is conversation between you and the therapist about what discoveries and connections were made, so that you can integrate and have a better sense of awareness of your now deeply grounded self. 

This is an abbreviated session of the one listed below.

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(Please note: Because Kirsten is our only therapist that offers this service there is a higher chance of needing to  reschedule, cancel, or replace this service with a different one. We will always call to inform you of any changes.)

Reflexology is about connection. As we move through the world we tend to lose our sense of connection with one another, the earth, and most importantly, ourselves. Our feet are the first point of connection for many of us. They are a complicated and intensely sensory part of our being. Our session explores points in the feet that are connected to and correspond with different aspects of the body.  By working gently with these correlated points, you can address pain, dysfunction, illness, and mental health.

In this session your therapist will start by using reflexology in the feet as a tool of discovery, then use that information to guide them in more targeted traditional massage with other areas that may need it. This session is followed by time to discuss discoveries and connections that were made with the therapist, so that you can integrate and have a better sense of awareness of your now deeply grounded self. 

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(Please note: Because Kirsten is our only therapist that offers this service there is a higher chance of needing to  reschedule, cancel, or replace this service with a different one. We will always call to inform you of any changes.)

​Pro-Aging is to “age with grace, dignity, verve and energy” per Jamie Lee Curtis; meaning to be the best version of yourself as you age. Working with your body in a Pro-Aging approach includes the multiple benefits of regular massage: greater movement and ease, improved chronic pain, and a decrease of stress and anxiety. Our therapists meet you where you are, considering all factors of your aging journey, making adjustments for medical conditions and skin health. Include us in your Pro-Aging Self-Care Program, or gift an Elder in your life with the opportunity for renewed energy and well being.

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**We are offering this service at a discount on the second Wednesday of every month with Karon. Please call to book a discounted session!

There is so much vulnerability happening when cancer enters our lives and our bodies. Understandably,  we can begin to make enemies of our bodies - feeling the push to fight for our health and our lives. Our Sanctuary Session is a unique massage dedicated to helping you feel at home and safe in your body at a time that is extremely difficult. It is brief reminder that our bodies have the ability to  openly receive tending, even in our most physically and emotionally  vulnerable time.  Our specially trained and experienced therapists are able to offer the time and space just so you can begin to feel good  in your body again while you are going through or recovering from cancer treatment. 

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*Any notes you can include regarding your diagnosis and treatment when you book your appointment are helpful in pairing you with the most suitable therapist.

*If you are currently pregnant, we recommend calling so that we can pair you with a therapist that performs prenatal and oncology massage.

Our skin is the largest organ of our body. It is both a detoxification system as well as a protective barrier. It's also a major sensory organ. Our skin can provide us with a full spectrum of awareness of our world, and it's important that we keep it healthy. Using our HoHM-made Organic sugar scrub, customized aromatherapy, along with warm towels, we exfoliate the entire body and follow with an application of our organic massage cream. You will leaving feeling soft, smooth, cleansed.