Chelsea understands the body as a map of patterns that weave together to tell your story.

Your somatic scrapbook begins to unravel on the treatment table when your body is deeply listened and attended to.

Sometimes these parts are found in the muscles or the fascia - and sometimes in the nervous system.

Within the Bodywork container you choose to reclaim big and little parts of yourself, finding the essence of what your body needs, along the way.

Experience the Bodywork on it’s own or choose to deepen your experience with the healing knowledge of Five Element Archetypes. Learn who is really running the show.

BOOK BODYWORK

  • San rafael bodywork

    Located at Evergreen Wellness Studio

    1414 Fourth St, 2nd Floor, San Rafael

    MON - THURS & SATURDAYS

  • MIll valley bodywork

    Located at Nine Wellness

    38 Miller Ave, Suite 12, Mill Valley

    FRIDAYS ONLY

SCHEDULE A MASSAGE HERE

BODYWORK TECHNIQUES

Experience a transformative 90min or deep 120-minute somatic meditation.

SHIATSU + ACUPRESSURE

Using Acupuncture Meridians we traverse the Five Element map of your body and discover which areas are calling for a deeper resonance. Often the areas calling for tenderness directly correlate to the Element Archetype needing tending to. Shiatsu involves manual pressure applied to specific points on the body to relieve tension and pain.

SWEDISH

Utilizing a combination of kneading, rolling, vibration, percussive, and tapping movements areas of restriction are reduced. I only use Apricot Oil and deep tissue body butter.

Facial: Mini-Cupping & Gua-sha

Using rosehip oil, this deeply relaxing add-on increases oxygen-rich blood circulation and revitalizes your skin. This is a lovely way to end a massage session. First, Gua Sha to open the lymph drainage and then mini cups to plump the collagen.

DEEP TISSUE & TRIGGER POINT

These deeply healing modalities utilize a type of compression, sometimes referred to as digital pressure, to help relieve trigger points. Together we combine breathwork with targeted pressure to relieve pain and dysfunction. Working within the deep layers of fascia can bring emotions to the surface.

ABDOMINAL CHI NEI TSANG

Chi Nei Tsang is translated as “working the energy of the internal organs”. This Chinese technique helps release emotional blockages by discharging stress. Abdominal massage is done directly over the navel and surrounding abdominal area where tension and negative emotions congest.

REIKI ENERGY WORK

Reiki and Qi work encourages healing energy to flow freely throughout the body, which results in relaxation, and reduced pain and tension. This subtle work happens beneath the surface.

craniosacral THERAPY

Using the Upledger Institute techniques to activate the cerebral spinal fluid that moves within the spine with very light touch. By relinking the rhythm of the central nervous system the parasympathetic nervous systems comes online.

FIRE CUPPING

Fire cupping provides a passive Myofascial release, acting as a reverse massage, it uses suction rather than pressure to ease muscle aches. This technique helps guide fresh blood to painful areas of the body which increases circulation and blood flow. This is an ancient Chinese Medicine modality.

BODY GUA SHA

Full body Gua Sha enhances circulation, hydrates fascia, and drains lymph. It loosens muscle knots, relieving tightness and promoting relaxation. It’s effects are immediate and lasting.

2hour massage $300

specific techniques are only used if clinically appropriate

90min massage $260

abdominal massage will not be offered during this session

DEEPEN YOUR EXPERIENCE

Discover

your element archetype

  • Fire energy is infused with passion, enthusiasm, and a sense of excitement. Through rose colored glasses, the Fire type tends to see the glass as half-full. This element conveys the joy of being alive, connection with others and invites us to enter fully into the dance of life!

    If there is a lack of Fire in their lives - they can fall prey to a victim mentality, and suffer from anxiety.

  • Earth is the force which compels us to create harmony and unification in our lives and its energy is associated with the transitional times between seasons, abundance, sustenance, and maturation.

    The element Earth is associated with nurturing, stability, and empathy. Those who prioritize caring for others and are naturally empathetic may have an Earth dominant element. Oftentimes, these are the people pleasers...

  • People with a Metal element are often analytical and precise. They have a strong sense of discipline and enjoy order and structure. When we step our best foot forward in life, we are activating our Metal energy.

    Metal element people may have a tendency to hold grudges or be unforgiving of others' mistakes or shortcomings. They may have high standards for themselves and others, and may be quick to judge or criticize.

  • WATER is essential to all living things and it is the most powerful force on earth. When you tap into the essence of your own Water Energy, you are unstoppable.

    Water, is associated the emotion fear, which is intrinsic to our survival. Recognizing and understanding fear can be murky. Our subconscious is easily confused about fear. The mind has a hard time distinguishing between an actual threat to our survival and a perceived threat.

  • People with a Wood element are often ambitious, creative, and adaptable. They have a strong desire for growth and development and are natural leaders.

    Wood element people can sometimes be impulsive or impatient, and they may struggle with waiting for things to happen or taking a more cautious approach. They may also struggle with anger or irritability.

METABOLIZE

integration conversation

  • It's beautiful to have these breakthrough moments, but what are you making it MEAN?

    Learn the art of anchoring your experience into your reality. You might've experienced another dimension but the bills still gotta get paid on Monday.

  • With over a decade of Chinese Medicine and Functional Health education I can feel into patterns that are surfacing in our sessions. Let's take the time to unravel them and find the gold. Sessions could include nutritional advice, educated insights, or thought provoking inquiry.

  • This is the container for transformation. How can we take all this newfound consciousness and transform it into lasting change? Staying accountable to the vision you had -- and continue to create.

MASSAGE FAQ’s

Please do not eat or drink 30 minutes ahead of your appointment

  • What should I wear? Nothing, or underwear if you’d prefer. You are draped with sheets the entire session.

  • What if I don’t want abdominal work? Sometimes bellies are very vulnerable places for people, each session includes an intake to check in about comfort.

  • What do I do after the session? I think of this work as a container for whatever your body needs to heal, begin to look at, shift a story — the list goes on. Sometimes it can be emotional, so its HIGHLY encouraged that you have a post-care plan that focuses on integrating the bodywork for the most effective results. Maybe someone else cooks.

  • Where are you located? I have multiple studios!

    • Monday - Thursday & Saturdays: San Rafael Studio is located at EVERGREEN Wellness Studio on 4th Street

    • Fridays: Mill Valley Studio is located at NINE Wellness on Miller Avenue

    • December 2024: Berkshire Massachusetts clients from Dec 6th - 13th