All clients will complete a set of intake forms & waivers to help us tailor each session to your needs. Please update your forms at least once a year, or any time there is a change in your health history or other preferences.
Clients who schedule online will be prompted to complete forms on the booking page. To save your information for next time, you will have the option to register for an account.
Clients who schedule over the phone will receive a confirmation email with a link to complete their forms online.
When booking a couples massage, please complete the intake forms for yourself only. We’ll ask about your guest, and send them their own confirmation email to access their forms. If the appointment is a surprise, let us know, and we’ll send it to you instead. You can forward it to them when the time is right.
All sessions start with a brief consultation with the provider about the reasons for your visit.
If you have specific concerns about your health history or goals for the session, and would like more time to discuss them, please let us know. We suggest booking a slightly longer session, to ensure you receive enough time on the table after your consultation.
A few of our services have their own “Intake Session” which already include plenty of time for both consultation and hands-on work.
Massage should be comfortable, relaxing, and therapeutic. It should not be painful or make your symptoms worse. Your provider will check in with you during the session & made any adjustments as needed.
Thorough, accurate completion of your intake forms is helpful in determining the best treatment for the client, and feedback during the session is just as important. We have plenty of pillows and bolsters to help you find a comfortable and supported position during your session (this is especially true for prenatal and post-op clients.)
For most massage services, you will undress to your level of comfort – nude or underwear-only for most people. You will be fully draped at all times, exposing only the part of the body being worked on. Work on the glute muscles (buttocks area) is done through the sheet for modesty. You are welcome to remain as clothed as you like, though clothing does limit access to treat certain areas.
For post-op clients seeking lymphatic massage after surgery, we have disposable undergarments and smaller drapes to keep you covered during your session, while also providing access to treatment areas.
Some services, like Thai yoga, chair massage, and reflexology, are performed fully clothed. For Thai, please wear loose clothing you can move in. For reflexology, you may wish to avoid garments that limit access to the feet, ankles, hands, and wrists.
Most of our massage therapists have additional training in trauma-informed massage. Review the provider descriptions or contact us for help selecting someone to work with. A trauma-informed approach allows the client to set the framework for the session according to their comfort. The actual session can vary from a simple therapeutic touch to a full body massage. Features of trauma informed massage may include: consistent clear communication before and during the massage; adjustments to the room set up; and boundaries surrounding pressure, positioning, techniques used, and areas touched.
Our sessions range from 30 to 120 minutes, depending on the service. Here are some tips to help you choose!
30 – 45 Minutes
Great for focused work on one or two specific areas. We recommend starting with 30 minutes if you have a chronic condition that tends to flare up, especially if you are not used to receiving regular massages. We can increase the time as needed, once you know how your body responds to massage.
60 – 75 Minutes
60 minutes is generally the most popular session length. These sessions have enough time for a full body massage, or focused work on several areas.
90 – 120 Minutes
Great for people acclimated to longer sessions, seeking both full body massage and targeted work on multiple areas. Our 2-hour session is only available for certain services, and is recommended for clients who are already comfortable with longer visits.