*What to expect from your first professional massage at Eve's Sanctuary*

If this is your first time receiving massage you may feel a little uneasy not knowing what to expect. Let me clear your concerns up right now so that when you come in you can relax and rejuvenate.  Or even if you have had a massage previously, I would still like to acquaint you on what a session would be like with me.

Before your massage:
-It would be good to have recently bathed or showered (just good personal hygiene)
-Drink plenty of water
-If you want to eat a light meal/snack prior to your session that is ok
-Set your intentions for your massage (i.e. relieve stress, heal, zone out)

When you arrive for your appointment:
-If you have not already printed off and filled out the intake forms from my website (go to "Helpful Forms") then I would suggest arriving ten minutes prior to your session so as to not take away from your "table time"
-It is IMPORTANT that you are clear on your intake about any injuries you have had, current/past illnesses, and medications that you are taking as this will impact how we adjust your massage session so that you are first and foremost-SAFE
-We will discuss your massage goals and create a treatment plan based on your needs for that session

The massage:
-You will be asked if you need to use the restroom before we get into the treatment room (however if at any time during the massage you need to use the restroom- please do not hesitate to let me know as your comfort is of utmost importance to me)
-Once in the room (and after we have discussed your focus for the session's massage) I will direct you to either start "face up" or "face down"
-There will be a table warmer on for comfort and to heat up those sore, tense muscles- and of course because it just feels good (Please just let me know if you want the temperature changed or shut off)
-I will then leave the room so that you may undress to your comfort level (Massage is beneficial regardless of how much clothing you take off, however I do find that the massage is more "flowing" and easier to connect each stroke with less on) and then proceed to get underneath the sheets
-I will knock before re-entering
-Before any hands-on work I will check in to see if you are comfortable: If you are warm enough, if the music volume is ok (you may also bring your own music if you would like or if you don't want any music that is ok too), and pressure of touch. I will ask you here and there about how the pressure is (but not so much as I do not want to take away from you relaxing) but I ask you to please speak up at any time if you want more or less of something
-Depending on what is trying to be accomplished during the session it may be necessary to have feedback from you, the client, especially if we are doing treatment work
-Treatment work can be intense but it is my goal and belief that we can work together towards a "pain level" that is moderate.  What I mean by this is that you feel the work being done but not to the extent that your body clenches up as that almost defeats the purpose and may cause other muscles to react which in turn is counterproductive
-If you want to talk go ahead and talk; if you want to be quiet that is ok too. And if you want to sleep that is fine as well. In fact it would be a compliment

After the massage:
-When the massage is over I will let you know and leave you so that you may redress
-Please take your time getting up as after laying down for awhile you may feel a little disoriented, lightheaded, or dizzy
-We will discuss how your session went and plan for the best follow-up massage routine that fits you. At this time payment will be due and I take cash or checks in the office or credit cards via paypal prior to you coming in (please bring a copy of your receipt with you)
-I will ask you if you want water or tea to drink before you head out

When you go home:
-Please continue to drink water as this will help remove any toxins that have been stirred up during the massage
-Try to take it easy.  Relax; take a nap if you can
-If you feel any discomfort after some "deep tissue" or treatment work I would advise icing the area for no more than fifteen minutes at a time. You may want to alternate with heat and cold.  You can also try soaking in an epsom salt bath for at least 30 minutes or apply a pain relieving ointment such as: Sombra, Biofreeze, or Tiger Balm (Icy Hot works too!)
-I will call you the following day at least after your first session to check in and see how you are doing; and if you have any questions regarding your session feel free to give me a call as well

***THE MAIN THING TO REMEMBER IS THAT THIS SESSION IS ABOUT YOU AND I HAVE NO PROBLEMS ADJUSTING TO YOUR NEEDS***

A few other things:
-If you must cancel please give at least 24 hours notice as your time and mine is valuable and that way I may serve another client if you are not able to make it.  Last minute cancellations will be charged a $35 fee and NO-SHOWS will be billed the full rate
-If you are experiencing cold/flu symptoms please do not come in for the health of yours, mine and others (but please do call and let me know)
-Please be on time, if you are late it will take away from your session and if you are more than 15 minutes late I reserve the right to cancel and/or reschedule the appointment
-To keep a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere (and so you can focus on YOU) I ask that you leave young children at home (thankyou)- unless of course they are the client/patient
-NO SEXUAL REMARKS, ADVANCES, OR MISCONDUCT will be tolerated so please if you are looking for something else this is not the place nor do I take part in that conduct