A Touch of Spirit offers any single modality or any combination of the modalities described below to its clients.
Massage is defined as the manipulation of soft tissue (muscles ) for increased relaxation and efficiency of bodily function. The many benefits of massage include reducing stress and muscular discomfort, as well as increasing circulation, flexibility and body awareness. A Touch of Spirit provides Swedish massage for relaxation and well-being. To relieve areas of chronic pain and dysfunctions, both Neuro-Muscular Therapy (NMT) and Connective Tissue Massage are recommended. NMT includes focused muscle work as well as trigger point therapy for constricted muscles. Connective Tissue Massage relieves myofascial restrictions more effectively than other techniques and allows the body to regain postural integrity.
Cranial Sacral Release work is based upon the work of Dr. Upledger. This technique uses gentle holds on clients to release abnormalities in the circulation of the cerebral spinal fluid as it circulates in the head and spine. Chronic headaches, backaches and TMJ dysfunction are often relieved with Cranial Sacral work. It is also deeply relaxing and a great stress reliever.
Reiki utilizes the Ki (chi), or universal life energy. Healing energy is passed through the practitioner to the person seeking help. The purpose of a Reiki session is to promote self-healing. Reiki may affect recipients on many levels: physical, emotional, mental and spiritual. During a Reiki session the practitioner places their hands very gently in a variety of established positions on the head, neck, chest, abdomen and back for a minute or more in each position. A Reiki session is usually deeply relaxing and comforting.
Healing Touch is a type of alternative healing using hands-on and energy-based techniques to balance and align the human energy field. Body, mind, emotion and spirit are touched through this therapeutic process, and each individual is empowered to participate fully in his or her healing journey. All healing is basically self-healing. Healing Touch is a complementary mode of facilitating the healing process, but functions from an energy perspective rather than only a physical one. The Healing Touch Practitioner re-aligns the energy flow, re-activating the mind/body/spirit connection to eliminate blockages to self-healing.
Esoteric Healing is another form of energetic healing where the practitioner scans the persons field and directs energy where it is needed. It is based on Alice Baily’s work with a Tibetian monk. It is profoundly helpful in restoring the balance to mind, body and soul.
Reflexology is a specialized form of foot massage. It combines massage techniques with acupressure points. Through the working of the many reflex points in the foot a balancing of body functions is experienced. Its many benefits also include relaxation and stress reduction.
Single vs Multiple Treatment Sessions
For each of these modalities, a single session will impart many benefits and may be sufficient to satisfy the goals of the recipient. For other goals, such as the release of chronically contracted muscles, additional sessions may be required. Carol Savage is happy to work with clients on a regular basis to achieve more long-term goals and to provide on-going stress reduction.