Massage therapy is more than relaxation & pain relief
IT IS A CATALYST FOR
YOUR POTENTIAL
A Focus on Foundational Wellness
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The Body
The place of pain in your body does not indicate it is the cause of the pain. Massage therapy lengthens muscles, if you are experiencing pain in a muscles that’s overstretched, massaging that muscle or muscle group will only offer short term pain relief. I focus an understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy, how the body refers pain patterns, and fascia to bring you long term relief from pain: freedom
Our sessions have a foundation of Myofascial Release which softens and hydrates stuck fascia & Trigger Point Therapy which focuses on releasing the primary place of tension within a muscle. While there is more that is integrated into sessions, these two modalities are what I have seen most effective in relieving the body of pain, improving range of motion and restoring the human spirit.
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The Nervous System
This is your body’s command center. Through touch, breath, and many other resources we work to regulate and strengthen your nervous system so that you can function well through all seasons of life; be it emotional, physical, or spiritual. Supporting your nervous system is taking back your life.
Not caring for the nervous system can be the reason it is challenging for you to show up to your life or remain centered in the face of adversity. The nervous system can also become a tool for you to thrive.
What clients say
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As someone with scoliosis and chronic pain, I have been to many body workers over the last decade or so. I have had a countless number of massages with a range of quality from: I’d rather not have gotten it at all, to I have melted, released stored trauma, and reformed again as a healed being on physical and spiritual levels. The massage I received from Banks falls into the latter end of that spectrum. And was the second massage ever that I would describe as that incredible. One of the most notable things about my experience with Banks was his ability to ask the right questions, and listen. The massage felt customized to my needs and desires and I felt totally safe throughout. I felt like he was listening to my body and what it needed and when it needed it. He is a natural hands on healer.
True Senghas
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Banks not only gives a wonderful massage, he creates an experience. I appreciated his attention to every detail. His massage was deep, and thorough, and highly intuitive. He created a container for me to feel myself existing in my body in a relaxed and joyful way. I felt his kindness through his touch, his asking for permission to work certain parts of my body, and reminding me to breathe more deeply. I left the massage feeling deeply cared for and seen, and more relaxed than I have in a really long time. My muscles and nervous system received nourishment that was much needed. I would recommend Banks to anyone looking for an experience that goes above and beyond expectations. Thank you so much Banks!
Cedar Hart, LMBT
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Banks gave me the best massage I’ve had in a while. Not only is his technique good, where he found and worked the muscles that needed some release, but he creates a nurturing atmosphere and relationship that was just as healing as the technique. His caring presence allowed my nervous system to a deeper surrender. He allows for very open communication and worked with me to find the right pressure I needed. I was invited to emote or express the release if it naturally arose and felt safe to do so. All in all, I left feeling very relaxed and nourished.
Joshua Lerman, Writer
