In life, we work, play, care for our loved ones and search for the things that bring us fulfillment. But as we move through our days, these parts of our experience can bring with them the buildup of physical and mental tension. We may feel this in our bodies as numbness, pain, or simply our bodies feeling somehow closed off from their true potential. Through my bodywork and yoga education, I work with my clients to reopen these channels in the body to create more ease, stability and vitality.
My massage work incorporates a blend of techniques including Swedish, trigger point, deep-tissue and myofascial massage to alleviate stress and reduce muscle tension. I work to improve common problems such as back pain, repetitive motion injury, trauma and the effects of aging. This work can range from lighter to deeper pressure to suit the needs of my clients.
Rolfing is a type of myofascial massage, which means it targets connective tissue as well as muscle. Rolfing deeply frees muscle groups, increases mobility at the joints, and can improve posture and overall movement. The 10-series of Rolfing involves in-depth work with each specific region of the body to systematically unwind the entire structure. Carmela is a certified Rolfer with training completed through the Rolf Institute of Structural Integration.
Done in a comfortable side-lying position, prenatal massage safely supports relaxation and circulation, releasing tight muscles and increasing well-being for both mother and baby. Some typical physical discomforts that may develop during pregancy, such as sciatic pain, back pain or leg/foot tightness or cramping can be alleviated through such a sesssion. Postnatal massage supports recovery from childbirth and helps release and recharge muscles (target spots including the back, shoulders and neck, areas of high-use when caring for a baby).
$110 for 60 minutes of massage
$160 for 90 minutes of Rolfing or massage
Call or text 415-601-2662 or email to book.