My style of massage falls under the umbrella of myofascial work, which simply refers to muscles and fascia. A word often associated with this style is "melting," creating space for tissue to experience change. The pace tends to be slow and aims to provide effective relief through comfort.

 

Techniques like rocking and passive stretching are natural allies in this approach, as are gentle neuromuscular techniques. Myofascial work can still impact deep muscular structures, and we may also incorporate trigger point therapy and other modalities as our work together progresses. I've also detailed what to expect in terms of procedure at your first massage therapy session at Nabla Bodywork.

 

I'm also a Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner with the original Kinesio Tape brand. The company's dedication to research in lymphatic and nervous system implications of taping reflects an extension of what I have seen to be effective approaches of hands-on work. I'm currently offering a standalone taping special for Summer 2026 that I've dubbed the "lunch special:" mini sessions focusing on one area to be taped. These 20-minute sessions are meant to maximize your time and budget for bodywork when a traditional massage session just isn't the right fit. Read more about what to expect with taping. 

What to Expect

With Massage Therapy 

Prior to your first session

You’ll receive a welcome email and an intake form about your health history when you make your initial appointment. If possible, please fill out this form prior to the day of your session, or we will take some time at the start of the session to go through it. After your first session, you'll only get a nudge to update this form once a year. This form also details my business's and general massage therapy policies.

 

Once you arrive

I welcome you to arrive 5 to 10 minutes early. We’ll go back to the treatment room and discuss your goals, health history, and any prior experience with massage, as well as any questions you have. Then, I will step out of the room to wash up, and you will disrobe to your level of comfort.

 

What do I take off? What do I keep on?

Some people prefer to keep all their clothes on (except outerwear shoes). While this may change the techniques used, it does not prevent massage therapy’s effectiveness – and if you’re more comfortable this way, we’re already on our way to a good session! If you do choose to disrobe partially or fully, I’ll direct you to get between the two sheets on the table. Before I step back in, I’ll knock to make sure you are ready.

 

During the session

I’ll follow your lead on how much you prefer to chat or not. I may check in briefly about how you’re feeling, and I invite you to ask questions, share embodied experience, and above all, let me know if a technique or something else is not working for you. 

 

After the session

Once our time has finished, I’ll let you know and step out of the room for you to redress, if needed, and then we’ll reconvene to talk about how the session felt for you and to check out. I invite feedback – and understand massage brain! I’m available by e-mail after your session as well for any comments or questions that may come up.

What to Expect

With Kinesio Taping

What is Kinesio Tape? What does it do?

Athletic tape is stretchy, unmedicated tape applied to the body for a variety of purposes, from sporting events to physical therapy applications. The Kinesio Tape brand is the original,  and unlike other brands, they have led research into how tape can be used to work with the lymphatic and nervous systems – a focus that mirrors my own observations and approaches to bodywork. 

 

This means that tape isn't designed to brace muscles. Beyond the acute phase, thoughtful application can actually encourage re-development of muscle use by low-level stimulation of the nervous system. It can also offer novel input to help interrupt chronic pain stimuli, essentially prolonging the similar interruptions massage therapy offers beyond one session.

 

Prior to your first session

You’ll receive a welcome email and an intake form about your health history when you make your initial appointment. It is imperative to fill out this form as soon as possible. Please wear loose-fitting clothing that facilitates access to the area(s) to be treated.

 

Also note these contraindications and precautions. Consult your physician and contact me prior to booking if any apply:

• Any active skin irritation or infection

• History of sensitive skin

• Blood clots 

• Diabetes

• Kidney disease

• Congestive heart failure

• Carotid artery disease or Bruits

• Lymphedema

• Respiratory conditions

• Organ transplant

• Pregnancy

 

Once you arrive

We’ll head back to the treatment room, and I'll put a small piece of tape on the inner side of your forearm or other area to test for any reaction. We'll discuss your goals, health history, and any questions you have, and I will do a few hands-on assessments (with your consent). We'll take a minute to stop and check the test tape for any irritation.

 

What do I take off? What do I keep on?

Due to the quick nature of the Kinesio Taping "lunch special," you must wear loose-fitting clothing like athletic shorts or a tank top that allows access to the area of concern. If you need to change into these clothes, I will step out for you to do so. Drapes are not used.

 

During the taping

I will explain where I plan to add tape and direct you in simple movements as I apply it. Nothing should be uncomfortable! I may ask you to test moving with the tape on and reapply as needed.

 

After the session

That's it! If you need to change clothes again, I'll step out of the room. Then, we will check out. I’m available by e-mail after your session as well for any comments or questions that may come up.

Accessibility

• Ground floor suite
• Handicap parking and a ramp to the suite door
• ADA-compliant office doorways
• Single-occupant restroom
• ADA-defined service animals welcome

 

While I do not have a power lift table, I am happy to set the table lower or higher for clients’ ease in transferring to the table. A medical step with a high handle is available for extra balance getting onto and off of the table. Table width extenders are also available when booking. Our licensure disallows helping clients onto or off of the table. Please reach out to discuss any other accommodations needed.