I have been a licensed massage therapist in Dayton since 1982, and was one of the first to be licensed here. A number of my clients have been coming for 12, 15, or as long as 20 years. I have always worked in my home, and schedule clients loosely throughout the day so that we are not rushed, and there is plenty of time to get dressed and undressed, or work a little longer if an hour isn't enough. (Ok, so they are after they've greeted you!) The dogs often sleep under the massage table, adding to the aura of relaxation. It is very important to me to learn what each client is wanting and needing in terms of massage. Whether there are areas of tension or pain that need addressed, or a desire for healing energy, or just a gentle, quiet, relaxing massage. Everyone is different in terms of temperature, depth of pressure, scents, music, desire to talk or be meditative; and it is very important to me to get feedback about these things so that I can meet your needs. I always tell people; "Whatever I do should either feel wonderful, or it should hurt and feel wonderful at the same time. If it hurts and does NOT feel good, please say OWW! " Please don't let me do anything that is not comfortable. My FAVORITE kind of massage is to work fairly deep, to actually correct muscular- skeletal aches and pains: TMJ jaw pain, neck and shoulder problems, chronic headaches, back pain, fibromyalgia, etc. I have studied Reiki, Polarity, Touch for Health, Ortho-bionomy, Reflexology, a little Cranial Sacral, and Neuromuscular Therapy. The latter is my favorite, because it is very specific as to which muscles are the problem, and I find it to be most effective in healing pain and muscle tension. Fees: I keep my fees low because I believe that everyone deserves massage, not just the wealthy. An hour is $60; an hour and a half is $90, and a half hour is only $30. (It is surprising what can be accomplished in half an hour if money is tight!) Especially in these tough economic times, I am willing to negotiate the fee or consider a barter. The State of Ohio requires me to charge tax also, unless you have a note from your doctor.
