I practice a blend of contemporary and traditional techniques toward a holistic, restorative relaxation massage. The approach is a blend of physical and energetic styles using oil and non-oil application, rhythmic mobilization and joint release. I do not offer sexual services.

In addition to table massage, I am now certified as a Thai Massage practitioner. See Thai Massage page for dedicated info.

Holistic = body-mind-spirit

What a session will look like:

I will set up my massage table either in the tranquil setting of my Parkdale home in Toronto or at your house if you wish for a home visit and live within my defined outcall area. If you have not already downloaded it and filled it out, I will give you a client information and a client release form. You will inform me of your condition and why you're seeking bodywork and you will have a chance to ask me any questions.

I will leave you in privacy to undress and get under the sheet and blankets on the massage table. You will receive the fullest benefit if access to all your muscles is not impeded by clothing. However, you are free to keep your underwear on if you wish. Your feeling safe and comfortable is my number one priority. You will be professionally draped at all times except for the specific area being worked on.

Men: regarding erections -- it is normal for the body to misinterpret contact since many men only experience touch during intimate moments.
1) My eyes will be closed much of the time so I may not even notice.
2) If you do not touch yourself or expect me to, I will not be alarmed or offended.
3) This response will likely diminish with each massage.
I only bring the topic up because I have spoken with men who have never allowed themselves the gift of massage for fear of this possibiliy and the awkwardness they fear it would create. So sad and unnecessary!

While the session will be catered to your body's current needs, we will likely begin with you face down. I will use a variety of techniques ranging, in laymen's terms, from kneading, ploughing, stroking, stretching, pressing, swinging and rocking. In a typical full body massage, we will spend a little less than an hour with you face down and finish with just over half an hour on your back. With clients who suffer lower back pain, it may be preferable to enjoy the benefits of the sidelying position. Pregnant women will be massaged from sidelying and also from a near-seated position with plenty of propping at their backs. There will be short periods allowed for your body to integrate the work. During these periods, I will be actively influencing energy to enhance your well-being. Breasts and genital areas will never be exposed or touched.

If the idea resonates with you, I may augment the physical experience of the massage with short periods of soundwork. A subject touched on in my course, I have studied further the use of sound and music in healing and soul shifting with Sound Practitioner and musical collaborator Gary Diggins as well as through independent resources. You may enjoy wrapping up a session with the pure, cleansing vibration of a singing bowl being moved through your body from feet to the top of your head. Or if you're in need of grounding, you may enjoy the slow, soft beat of a large frame drum over your body. Theses are shamanic techniques that have been utilized by various cultures for centuries. Or if all this sounds "woo-woo" to you, stick with a delicious massage without these bells and whistles!

You will be told when the session is over and I will leave the room. You may relax for 5 minutes or so before dressing. You'll tell me when you're dressed, pay my fee, and have a chance to discuss anything about your massage experience.

Foot spa-massage-reflexology
I also offer a heavenly 1-hour experience for your feet which includes tonification, exfoliation, massage with a creamy blend of arnica and peppermint, wrapping up with reflexology.

Chair Massage
I can make this service available to events such as fairs, festivals and conferences. Chair Massage is also the perfect plan for office managers who see the value in promoting self-care for their employees. I can come in for a full day or half day during which time I will receive clients for either a 15-minute or half-hour session. Clients will remain fully clothed in the comfort of my professional quality massage chair which will support their chests and heads comfortably as they sit in it facing down with their arms resting on the arm rest under their face. I can offer techniques that are proven to decrease the occurences or severity of repetitive strain injuries caused by various ergonomic issues in the work place in addition to noticeably decreasing stress levels both in the body and the psyche.

Thai Massage
See dedicated page by clicking here or on the link above.