FAQ

General Information

Where is your office?

At the present time I do not maintain an office. I am in SE Michigan and work remotely with clients via Zoom and the phone. Working virtually has many benefits – it is safe and convenient for both of us, and it enables me to work with non-local clients wherever they may be located.

Workshops take place in classroom and studio spaces around metro Detroit. I take great care in selecting locations that are inspiring and appropriate for the workshop activities. Workshops are in spaces operated by local women-owned businesses.

Horse Wisdom workshops and private sessions take place at a private farm in SE Michigan. This is another women-owned small business.

What are your hours?

Normal business hours are Monday through Friday 9am-5pm by appointment only.

Workshops and classes tend to be on weekends so that employed people can attend without disrupting their work schedule.

When a new client signs on for a program, together we plan out a schedule for our sessions that works with both our schedules, and this occasionally includes evening or weekend appointments.

How do I set up a free consultation?

Please complete the contact form at the bottom of the page, and we will contact you to schedule a free consultation call.

What forms of payment do you accept?

We accept payment by cash and credit/debit cards. We also offer the option of prepayment via email invoicing.

At this time, we do not accept insurance.

What is your cancellation policy?

48-hour advance notice is required when cancelling an appointment. This allows the opportunity for someone else to schedule an appointment.

If you are unable to give us 24 hours’ advance notice, you will be charged the full amount of your appointment. This amount must be paid prior to your next scheduled appointment.

Anyone who either forgets or consciously chooses to forego their appointment for whatever reason will be considered a “no-show.” They will be charged for their “missed” appointment.

If you arrive late, your session may be shortened in order to accommodate others whose appointments follow yours. Depending upon how late you arrive, your therapist will then determine if there is enough time remaining to start a treatment. Regardless of the length of the treatment given, you will be responsible for the “full” session. Out of respect and consideration to your therapist and other clients, please plan accordingly and be on time.

How do I schedule an initial appointment?

During your free phone consultation, we will set up your first appointment(s).

What do you charge per session?

Rates vary, and this will be discussed during your initial phone consultation.

Treatment Session Information

How long does a session last?

The first session will last approximately 90 minutes. Followup visits can be scheduled for 60 or 90 minutes, depending on the plan of care that we develop based on your needs and goals.

Will I feel better after the first session?

This is very subtle work, and you may or may not experience relief during or immediately after the session. The good news is that the work continues to integrate within your body up to 48-72 hours after the session. Most clients report feeling some relief immediately, and some see their pain resolve completely within a few sessions.

How many sessions will I need?

It is impossible to predict how many sessions a client will need. At the end of the first session, we collaborate on a plan of care. In each session, we monitor changes, assess improvement, and evaluate progress relative to goals.

Many clients elect to maintain a regular schedule of sessions to optimize their health and well-being proactively.

What will I experience during my session?

You will remain fully dressed and lie down on a comfortable massage table. Your job is to simply relax, breathe deeply, and remain aware of your body.

Using light pressure, I place my hands on several locations on your body and head. Each session is unique, as we address what the body presents in that moment. Most clients report sensations of relaxation, expansion, and feelings of peacefulness.

How is this different from a massage?

Integrative light touch therapy is non-invasive and non-manipulative. The focus is on your whole body, your central nervous system, and restrictions in the fascial or connective tissue network of the body. The intention is to discover and release the source of restriction and dysfunction rather than focusing on the result.

How long will it take me to get results?

It is impossible to predict outcomes, because the body is a very complex set of systems. Each person is unique in their experiences, traumas, medical background, outlook, and belief system.

What I have seen is that many people who are open to this work begin to see improvement during the first session and frequently have outcomes that exceeded their expectations.

Are there any medical conditions that would interfere with receiving bodywork?

There are several medical conditions that are contraindicated for bodywork in general and craniosacral work in particular. It is essential that clients accurately complete the detailed client intake form to ensure your safety.

What is integrative therapy?

I am trained in several techniques and methods, also called modalities. These include Craniosacral Therapy, Somato-emotional release, and myofascial release. Having an array of tools allows me to customize sessions for my clients. This enables me to bring multiple resources to the therapy to help you reach your health and wellness goals.

What makes you different from other bodyworkers?

My approach and philosophy are unique and effective, and I have a 16-year track record of positive results. I combine education and coaching with manual therapy so that my clients have valuable tools they can use to maintain their health and wellness between our sessions.

Miscellaneous

As a manual therapist, what is your ‘Superpower’?

I teach you how to find and read the owner’s manual for your body and your health. This is super powerful.

Why do you offer Equine Guided Learning? What does that have to do with health and wellness?

Equine Guided Learning (EGL) is experiential learning, and it enables us to lean into the emotional intelligence of the horses to grow our own.

Experiential learning is a very powerful and transformative experience. When we partner with the horses, we have unlimited opportunities to explore a wide range of topics and issues. It is not a mandatory part of working with me, but it is a wonderfully effective tool to have available for my clients.

Why did you become a bodyworker?

When I changed careers, I learned that I had a natural gift for this work. I believe my true calling is to help others.

I also learned that my personal health experience provided me with great insights and wisdom that are valuable to share with others.

What is your education?

I have a BA in psychology and economics from the University of Michigan and graduated from Irene’s Myomassology Institute. I completed core work in CranioSacral Therapy and Somato-Emotional Release from the Upledger Institute International and am a certified Reiki Master Teacher.

I attend annual continuing education courses in excess of the licensing requirements, because I am fully committed to growing professionally and personally to ensure that I have state-of-the-art skills and knowledge to be the best therapist I can be.

If you’re a massage therapist, why don’t you offer massage services?

My years of clinical experience have shown me that different types of bodywork offer different results. I have found massage is effective for temporary relief of common muscle strains and overuse.

More complex issues require a different set of skills and a more sophisticated, multi-faceted approach – and this is what I offer.