Lauren is an experienced massage therapist specializing in therapeutic deep tissue and perinatal care in Walnut Creek. As a registered yoga instructor and long time runner, her massage style is rooted in functional anatomy, intuitive flow and the mind-body-heart connection. She uses techniques such as myofascial release, trigger point therapy and assisted stretching to support soft tissue rehabilitation, performance enhancement and preventative care. Lauren offers a holistic approach, inviting clients to explore how their emotional health, nutrition, and physical wellness are all connected. She views each session as an opportunity for you to cultivate a deeper connection to your body and she is passionate about empowering people to take ownership over their own wellness. She is continually inspired and motivated by the profound impact that healing touch can have on one's health and overall quality of life. Lauren graduated from the core program at the National Holistic Institute in 2021 and has stayed connected to the campus community volunteering as a teaching assistant. She is trained to support medically fragile individuals through the Heart Touch Program and has also completed continuing education in Usui Holy Fire Reiki, CranioSacral Unwinding, pre-natal massage and full spectrum birthwork. She is currently enrolled in the Somatic Experiencing International program and is honored to offer a deeper level of trauma informed care to her massage practice.
Extended prenatal massage that targets specific areas of discomfort during pregnancy, promoting relaxation, reducing swelling, and easing muscle cramps and spasms.
A longer prenatal massage to relieve muscle tension and stress during pregnancy, improving overall comfort and relaxation.
Prenatal massage relieves common pregnancy symptoms such as muscle cramps, spasms, and myofascial pain commonly experienced in the lower back, neck, shoulders, hips, and legs. Swelling in the extremities—arms, hands, legs, and feet—can also be reduced.
A complete relaxation experience offering comprehensive muscle tension relief, deep relaxation, and a mental and physical rejuvenation.
Comprehensive deep tissue therapy for maximum relief from muscle pain and stiffness, using sustained compression, myofascial release, and trigger point techniques.
Sports massage encompasses many modalities such as Swedish, deep tissue, and neuromuscular techniques, and the appropriate technique is selected based on the client’s training, competition, and recovery schedules. For example, if you are competing the day after your appointment, aggressive deep tissue work may hinder your performance by inducing inflammation. In such cases, medium-pressure circulatory work would be a better choice for preparation.
Deep tissue massage is an umbrella term used to describe results-oriented bodywork, including myofascial release, trigger point therapy, neuromuscular work, and sustained compression. Your therapist may use other techniques to achieve the goal of reaching all affected layers of tissue.
Deep Tissue Massage uses various techniques like Myofascial Release and Trigger Point Therapy to access deep muscle layers and provide relief from tension, pain, and muscle knots. It aims to improve flexibility and circulation.
Treat yourself for all your hard work —Restore, Recover, and Perform Better.
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