About Your TherapistJody comes from a rich background of over 20 years in the field of Women's Health. Through her Nurturing Steps practice she has been providing education and support for expectant and new mothers for over 12 years. After graduating from the Blue Heron Academy Medical Massage Program; Nurturing Steps took a new direction.
Jody is fully trained in the assessment and treatment of soft tissues and joints of the body and has the ability to apply massage techniques safely and effectively. She has also completed Continuing Education in Prenatal Massage Therapy as well as treatment of women affected by Fibromyalgia and other Chronic Pain Conditions. By combining Nursing and Massage Therapy, Jody can touch the lives of women in all stages of life.
Services
Wellness Massage
My goal as your Therapist is to support your total wellness by providing a nurturing environment with a blend of Relaxation, Therapeutic, and Medical Massage Therapy. When appropriate, treatment modalities
such as heat or cold applications and gentle stretching will be utilized. Whether you are looking for relaxation, have a problem area, or both--each massage session will be customized to your special needs at that time.
Pregnancy Massage
Nurture yourself and your baby with this full body, side lying massage. Pregnancy Massage focuses on the unique needs of the expectant mother as her body goes through miraculous changes. Massage can ease your discomfort, help prepare for labor and give you the emotional support of a caring Therapist. Partners can be included to learn basic massage techniques that will be helpful in labor.
Postpartum Massage
This much needed massage focuses on helping to restore the body to its pre-pregnancy state. What a wonderful way to ease muscle tension and the stress of caring for a newborn. Sleep deprivation, hormonal changes and postpartum blues can all be reduced through massage.
Healing Hot Stone Therapy
Stone Massage Therapy has been used in many different cultures for years. Placing the hot stones over a cloth on the body and arranging them along the energy centers helps to relax the muscles and reduce discomfort, boosting the healing process. The comfortably warm stones are incorporated into a full body massage increasing the wonderful benefits of massage.
Rain Drop Therapy
Raindrop Therapy is a powerful technique using Essential Oils applied to the spine that help to restore balance and good health to your body. After moist heat is applied to the spine, a full body massage is enjoyed.
Therapeutic-grade Essential Oils stimulate ("'wake-up") your body's natural healing response. Because they are so multi-faceted and complex, they connect with your body's inate ability to heal itself. Their wholistic action encourages your body to heal not only on the physical level, but the mental, emotional, and spiritual levels as well.
Fees
30 Minute Massage-$35
60 Minute Massage-$60
90 Minute Massage-$80
Rain Drop Combined with Massage-$10
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What You Can Expect
- Your massage session will be based on assessment and communication.
- You will be treated with respect and always properly draped.
- Education and support will be provided to enhance your individual treatment plan.
Location
Interlochen Corners
2126 Old Grade Avenue
Interlochen, MI 49643
Hours
Monday through Saturday by Appointment
Call Today! 231 534-5297
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