Massage and Bodywork
In my massage sessions, I focus on using slow and relaxing Swedish massage techniques. I apply petrissage to relieve tension in key muscle groups and use long effleurage strokes to improve lymphatic circulation. My goal is to help you relax deeply, reduce chronic pain and stress, and leave you feeling rejuvenated and refreshed.
I employ the Neuromuscular Patterning (NMP) approach for bodywork, blending hands-on techniques with targeted functional movement exercises. This method effectively activates your core muscles, ensures optimal joint alignment, and helps alleviate chronic tensions throughout the body.
I will guide you through easy exercises designed to tone core muscles, improve joint alignment, and address the entire body pattern. As a result, you will experience improved core control, stability, and flexibility. When you leave, you’ll feel taller, more relaxed, and more deeply connected to your body.
I have a knack for finding those hard-to-get-to places and helping you solve movement problems that limit activities and cause chronic pain. By working together and actively participating, we can enhance the effectiveness of our efforts and achieve more lasting results. Call for a session today!
About my treatments
I combine many different techniques, including Swedish and Integrative massage, neuromuscular techniques (trigger point therapy, myofascial stretching, active muscle-energy techniques, and neuromuscular patterning). I cranialsacral therapy.
I studied craniosacral therapy at the Upledger Institute and the Colorado Cranial Institute in 1984 and 1987, respectively, and learned cranial mobilization and neural techniques from private tutors. The craniosacral system includes the brain, spinal cord, cerebrospinal fluid, and surrounding fascial membranes. Craniosacral therapy releases membrane restrictions, improving the flow of cerebrospinal fluid around the brain and spinal cord. Cranial mobilization uses moderate pressure to stretch the head's myofascia, expanding and decompressing the sutures and skull. This technique effectively relieves chronic headaches and neck and jaw pain, often providing lasting relief.
Light neural traction on the spine and limbs relieves chronic pain from peripheral nerve entrapments, which can occur throughout the body. I trained in manual lymph drainage at levels 1 and 2. I do not currently practice lymph drainage, but I address lymphatic congestion linked to chronic pain and muscle tension.
I trained in somatic psychology, completed 500 hours of Hakomi Bodywork training, and finished 30 hours toward a master's in somatic psychology. I am not a psychotherapist, but I work well with meditators, psychotherapists, and anyone seeking to deepen their body-mind connection or change body patterns.
I graduated from the Rolfing Institute in 1985 and use the structural integration paradigm to address myofascial restrictions through the entire body in an organized way. Fascia surrounds every muscle, bone, nerve, and organ.
I strive to create a safe, nurturing environment and recognize how these experiences affect well-being. To this end, I combine myofascial stretching with craniosacral rhythm to relieve pain, especially for people facing complex PTSD or trauma.
Each session uniquely combines these skills to improve musculoskeletal balance and help clients deeply relax, activate core muscles and better movement pathways, and enhance overall musculoskeletal health.
60-minute session-$120
90-minute sessions-$175
Payment is required at the time of service.
Venmo, checks, or cash accepted.
I am accepting clients on a limited basis.
If you're interested in working with me,
please call or text to discuss options.
720-684-7520
Thank you!
Testimonials
“Mary Ann has a storehouse of anatomically-based information, she taught me little tricks for how move more efficiently and avoid common injuries from bad habits I didn’t even know I had."
“Mary Ann uses awesome models of muscles and joints to give you a clear image of what’s going on inside your body.”
“Mary Ann help me find postural muscles I didn’t know I had. My body is finally understanding what it needs to do to stand up straight!”
“Mary Ann showed me simple and practical alignment exercises I can do at work, while I’m traveling, and even while I’m working out.”
“My connection with my body increased immensely after a single session. I became more aware of where muscle were overworking or not working at all.”