SOMATIC
PRACTICE
PHILOSOPHY
Training makes us experts in systems of the body, but it doesn’t give us all the answers about how they function for you. And when we marry that general expertise with a strong desire to be of service, we can easily miss our client’s innate intelligence and very real experience by only seeing what we expect to see. This is how symptoms get treated instead of souls.
In this practice, we strive to stay curious. To remain open to partnering with you in your session by listening to where you are, what you think is going on, and how you want to feel. In this way, the sessions are directed by you. No adult that has come into our office hasn’t spent their lifetime figuring out how to care for themselves. Pretending you don’t have that power by treating you as broken, feels incredibly unfair, and I believe, insulting. We are trained and dedicated facilitators. We love this work. And we’re so ready to see where you and your body want to go.
Combining techniques and philosophies from myofascial release, craniosacral therapy, structural integration (Anatomy Trains), Swedish massage, functional movement, with somatic dialogue and polyvagal theory - these sessions are focused on gaining clarity and relieving chronic patterns in the body that inhibit breath, movement, and ease across limbic, nervous, fascial, and musculoskeletal systems. We are looking at it all.
These sessions can be held fully-clothed.
Session time includes dialogue and bodywork.
75 and 90 - minute sessions available starting at $150
120 - minute sessions available upon request
Thai Massage is an ancient practice that combines acupressure, compressions, yoga and passive stretching. Also called the "lazy man's yoga," it is unique because it is practiced on a massage mat on the floor. The client stays fully dressed in comfortable clothing and there is no lotion involved.
Thai massage can be meditative and relaxing as it works with the sen energy lines. With stretching and assisted movements, this practice is more dynamic and invigorating than a traditional massage but it may create more feelings of freedom in the body and the mind!
Session time includes dialogue and bodywork.
100 - minute session // $165
Using hypo-allergenic lotion and proper draping, this session combines Swedish therapeutic massage based on consultation, with any of the following for targeted areas or goals: myofascial release, stretching/movement, breath work, guided imagery and meditation, sound-healing, grounding practices, and tools to calm the central nervous system, like a weighted-blanket, vagus nerve techniques, etc.
Session time includes dialogue and bodywork.
75 and 105 - minute sessions available starting at $125
Our Integrative Massage with 10% of the proceeds donated to the Purple Leash Project starting January 2025, our current charity.
Some prior charities: The Food Bank of South Jersey, Community Cat Club in South Jersey, Pinelands Preservation Alliance, NJ Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter, UNICEF, Project Little Warriors
Session time includes dialogue and bodywork.
75 - minute session // $125
Focus on targeted areas and overall meditative relaxation as you gain greater awareness of your body and how plants can be allies for your wellness. We love working with the magical plant products created by our friends at Mystical Blossoms, especially their massage blends.
Crafted from local plants, these body oils contain a wealth of nourishing herbalism knowledge and intuition. You'll choose your oil at the time of your session. Allergy caution is advised with this service.
Session time includes dialogue and bodywork.
75 - minute session // $140
Intentional movement, breath and energy work, meditation, and ritual. Class sizes are small and in-person at our Collingswood studio.
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24 Lees Avenue
Collingswood, NJ 08108
Tel: 856 -200 - 8204