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Massage
Massage
Massage is an age-old therapy
of physical manipulation of soft tissue, which improves the general circulation
and nutrition of bodily tissues. It is profoundly relaxing, yet also energizing.
Studies show that adults, as well as children, benefit from regular touch, which
is important for immune system function, pain control, mental health and stress
reduction. Massage also helps to improve sleep patterns and pain tolerance, and
to increase one s ability to pay attention and function efficiently. It can
increase serotonin production, thus enhancing mood, and can help to break the
cycle of chronic pain. Receiving massage on a regular basis has cumulative
benefits and helps us to be more attuned to our bodies and emotions.
Practitioners: Sophie King Santoro
Practitioners:
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Sophie King Santoro
obtained her license in massage therapy from The Swedish Institute in New
York City in 2001, with well over 1200 hours of training. She started a
successful private practice in Berkeley, CA as well as providing medical
massage for a prominent chiropractor. She has developed strong skills in
both Eastern and Western styles of massage. Drawing upon the strengths of
each, Sophie emphasizes the integration of the two styles. She has in-depth
training in anatomy, physiology, myology, kinesiology, neurology, pathology
and Chinese Five Element theory. She has worked in a holistic therapy
center, a yoga studio, with the elderly, at sporting events, in wellness
centers, and with chair massage companies. Sophie has always been
interested in health, and received a B.A. in anthropology from Oberlin
College, concentrating on the interaction of religious beliefs and health
practices. Sophie brings her presence, with her knowledge, experience, and
sensitivity to each session.
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Community Partner,
Éowyn Ahlstrom, RYT, LMT, BA brings
significant experience and knowledge of the art of healing to her work. As a
yoga teacher and massage therapist, her main goals are to facilitate your
development of body awareness and help you create greater wellbeing.
Over the past decade, Éowyn
has trained extensively in yoga, bodywork, and meditation, and will continue
to study and practice indefinitely. Éowyn learned therapeutic massage at the
Stillpoint Program with Patricia Wachter, and received her certification in
2002. Her yoga training comes from many sources, including regular practice
and teacher training (RYT200 certification, 2006) with Eileen Muir (Karuna
Center for Yoga and Healing Arts), workshops Rodney Yee, John Friend, and
other nationally recognized teachers, and dedication to home practice. Eowyn
is currently enrolled in an advanced yoga teacher training that will
conclude with Yoga Alliance RYT500 certification in May, 2008. Regular
meditation retreats at the Insight Meditation Society also play an important
role in Éowyn’s study of the human condition and methods for cultivating
wellness.
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