MaMassage

Valorie Kiera Nagle, MA, LMT, CLC says:

Sometimes we get asked “why does this feel different than a “normal” massage?” While this question is a can of worms, it is clear that encouraging clients in self-perception is a unique and potent impact of thoughtful therapeutic touch.

We know through years of experience, developed intuition, and science, that one of the most potent effects of is the down-regulation of bodily systems. This allows space for your body’s knowing -for how to resolve tension, integrate life experiences, and listen to internal signals that come from physiological processes-allowing them to reappear. When we linger with touch on the physical spaces that “hold” or “stagnate” or “feel stuck,” we offer the body an opportunity to re-make connections (neurological and/or mechanical) that might have been overrun with the external world’s stimuli.

Beginning to notice these things, on and off the table, is relationship building with your own

This noticing is where much happens– learning to trust ourselves, including in movement, decision making, and even “gut feelings.” It’s one way to build safety in a world that can impose disheartening general overwhelm, specific trauma, or chronic discomfort/pain. When we work with a approach, we are offering to meet you where you’re at, to carefully listen and adapt, to witness you with no agenda. No rushing to safety… just curiosity and genuine encouragement that you can rest here. Real rest. Deep relaxation is a “coming home,” and we will always do our best to co-create a space for you to practice this internal-listening.

The touch modality or approach may differ for each person, though it is about finding the therapeutic cues that work for you- whether you need physical relief, emotional integration, or a systemic settling of the nervous system. The invitation is in the next appointment you make, may you book knowing that you are not just "receiving" a massage- you’re also an active participant in meaning-making of what happens on the table and how your body moves with it out of the treatment room.

Valorie's regular shifts are Tues aft/eve and Fri am/aft 🙌🏻

Kiera Nagle, MA, LMT, CLC we are taking care of ourselves with some and slow downs this ⁠
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We're still here, providing expert and care in the ❤️ of !⁠
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But we want to spend our time outside the studio away from screens and in the greens of the trees 🌳 and the blues of the seas 🌊 !⁠
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We'll still be posting weekly openings in the stories and checking DM's but are reducing the content drops. We hope you give yourselves a little break too- with a massage or other moments as needed!

is the perfect time to slow down, unplug, and pick up a good   ! 📖

Kiera Nagle, MA, LMT, CLC we believe self-care is about creating moments wherever we can that can help regulate our nervous systems and give our minds a chance to rest.

Reading can be one of those practices, as well as a simple way to step away from screens and reconnect with yourself.

This summer, our team is sharing some of the books currently on our reading lists - we hope you discover something that inspires your next read! 

 We’d love to hear:
• What’s on your summer reading list?
• Have you read any of these books?
• Which one are you adding to your TBR?

Tell us in the comments ! And don’t forget - before or after your next appointment, stop by our   in the hallway! Feel free to borrow a book, leave one you’ve loved, or simply browse the shelves. Happy reading!

The is June's full moon, named by North American indigenous peoples to mark the season when wild strawberries were ready for harvest.

If you've been with us for a while, you may have noticed that our logo is a crescent moon 🌙

The has long been associated with cycles, including the rhythms of nature and the reproductive cycle. It reflects one of the ideas that grounds our practice: our bodies are not machines - they move through seasons, patterns, periods of activity, and periods of restoration.
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While some people connect with the moon spiritually and others don't, we believe there is value in paying attention to the rhythms of our own bodies.

We like to view the Strawberry Moon as an invitation to pause, notice how we're feeling, and ask ourselves what our bodies might need.

Maybe it's getting outside, getting more sleep, or finally scheduling the you've been putting off!

Whatever it looks like, we hope you find a moment to reconnect with yourself this week (and that you get out and take a chance to look at this gorgeous moon!)

Book a session at the link in bio ⬆️

Owner/founder of MaMassage Kiera Nagle, LMT was the guest on a the Student to Therapist Massage Therapy podcast hosted by David Sol ! Check it out:

The Student to Therapist Massage Therapy Podcast | Podcast on RSS.com

What is the Massage for Reproductive Health ?⁠
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This service can really be applied to so many different types of reproductive health support and can include so many different modalities. Book this session if you are experiencing any of the following:⁠
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🩸dysmenorrhea⁠
🩸PMS / PMDD⁠
🩸miscarriage⁠
🩸PMOD (fka PCOS)⁠
🩸endometriosis⁠
🩸puberty⁠
🩸perimenopause⁠
🩸menopause⁠
🩸infertility ⁠
🩸IVF / IUI / egg retrieval prep⁠
🩸abortion⁠
🩸fibroids⁠
🩸gender transition⁠
🩸adjustments to HRT⁠
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The timing of your session may be determined by various factors- for example, booking a few days before the onset of PMS/PMDD may reduce symptoms, but booking during a painful menstrual cycle can also reduce the symptoms you are experiencing. ⁠
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For fertility support, best timing to book is 24-48 hours BEFORE a transfer - we know that may be difficult as the timing is hormone level dependent, so if you've booked something and need to adjust, or aren't sure when to book, please email [email protected] for assistance. ⁠
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To manage chronic conditions, ongoing monthly or biweekly massage treatment may be helpful because massage has a cumulative affect and results can build on prior sessions. ⁠
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We may incorporate any number of bodywork techniques into your session, including:⁠
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🙌🏻 myofascial release⁠
🙌🏽 abdominal massage⁠
🙌🏾 manual lymphatic drainage⁠
🙌🏿 acupressure⁠
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and more! ⁠
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Email us with questions, or book a session at our link in bio- put your question / condition into the booking notes and on the intake form so we can reach out to communicate further if needed! ⁠
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We know there's been a lot of new faces around here but let us just make one thing clear.... ⁠
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Adrianne and Ariadne are not the same person! ⁠
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Here are some differences, as you can see... ⁠
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Adrianne started with us in 2023, and aside from expert perinatal massage care, specializes in Luminessence Face Lifting massage and MLD!⁠
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Ariadne started with us in 2026, and aside from expert perinatal massage, specializes in Reflexology and Eastern massage modalities (Thai massage, Shiatsu, acupressure)! ⁠
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What is the same is that they both provide great massage therapy care ! Book a session now with Adrianne OR Ariadne!