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The Heart of My Practice
Therapeutic Abdominal MassageThe abdomen holds many of the body's vital systems: digestion, reproduction, circulation, and a good deal of nervous system regulation. It is also one of the most overlooked areas in massage therapy.
This is gentle, focused, external work rooted in Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy®, supporting mobility, circulation, and a deeper reconnection with the centre of your body. Every session is collaborative, trauma informed, and shaped entirely around your comfort. People come to this work for digestive discomfort, painful or irregular cycles, pelvic tension, fertility and preconception support, recovery after abdominal surgery, or simply a sense that this part of the body is asking for care. |
Other Services Offered
Craniosacral TherapyGentle, light-touch work that helps quiet an overwhelmed nervous system and invites the body into deep rest. Often soothing for headaches, tension, burnout, and anyone longing to feel more settled in themselves.
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Stretch FusionTherapeutic massage woven with Thai-inspired assisted stretching, guiding the whole body to unwind, lengthen, and move with ease. For when you feel stiff, compressed, or simply want to feel more at home in your body.
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Melissa’s treatments are more than an incredible massage…they are an energetic reset. I feel sooooo relaxed and connected to my body during and after her treatments. You can really feel how present and caring she is, and I have loved all the different styles of treatments that I’ve tried with her. Just book in! |
Emily J., Google Review
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Your First Visit
A calm, collaborative experienceEvery treatment begins with a conversation about your health history, goals, and comfort. Care is always collaborative, trauma-informed, and adapted to you. Your initial Therapeutic Abdominal Massage is 90 minutes, with time for a thorough intake, assessment, the treatment itself, and guidance you can take home.
The pace of each session is guided by your comfort and your body's responses. You are always welcome to ask questions, request adjustments, or pause at any point. |
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Hi, I'm Melissa.I offer massage therapy as a way to support the body's natural healing and to help folks feel more at ease in their bodies. My work is slow and grounded, creating a calm space where your nervous system can settle and your whole body can unwind.
I have a real passion for treating the abdomen, an area often overlooked in massage therapy despite holding deep layers of fascia, muscle, and nervous system activity. Focused work here can create meaningful shifts in comfort and well-being. When I am not in the clinic, you will find me outdoors, dancing, or connecting with friends and community. |