What are your rates?
Simply good bodywork: My unique decade-in-the-making ninety minute blend of technical massage, heartfelt Swedish and yummy full body stretches. Prior to and during the massage I will listen to you carefully and closely, then touch you the same way. Let me know the areas that need addressing, the pressure you respond to and that will be our starting point. No two simply good bodywork sessions are alike (Available for both incalls/outcalls 90 minutes for $100/$150) (A sixty-minute sampler is affordably priced at $70 and available for incalls only)
Do you offer couples massage?
Yes. I offer a custom tailored integral blend of classic Swedish, technical massage, and nurturing holistic touch. Couples massages are available side by side with my partner, one after the other, or in the form of a "mini class". The focus of the simply good bodywork couples massage is to promote healing, intimacy, pleasure and integration of body-mind-spirit through having a shared positive experience. The playful and fun mini-class is formed and informed as we go and it is my hope that you learn some new massage stroke to share with each other after our session has ended. All couples massages are bracketed only by the potential of group/self-discovery, playful healing, and actively respecting boundaries and issues of personal safety for the giver(s) and receiver(s). (Outcalls only $300)
Are you trained?
Yes. I graduated from Tucson's Desert Institute of the Healing Arts with a Thousand hour Diploma in August of 1998. I expanded my massage horizons during a one year residency at Big Sur's Esalen Institute. The learning never stops as I have taken workshops in India, from Body Electric School of Massage , and the Upledger institute.
What style of massage do you practice?
Integrated. After 12 years of bodywork I like to think that my massage is intuitive and a dance. Some of the moves include: sensual Swedish, focused deep tissue, trigger points, full body stretches and Esalen holding. I believe a good massage is a shared journey, not just a series of techniques.
How many massages do you do a day?
I believe that massage should be a personal, unique and energy-filled experience. Because I believe in quality bodywork and put so much energy it, I limit my massage appointments to no more then two per day and ten per week.
Can I be in the nude?
Of course. I believe that massage should be about comfort and connection. Wear what makes you feel comfortable and connected. I leave the bodywork room after our presession interview to wash my hands. There are always two fresh sheets on the table so you can choose the level of draping or undrape which suits your comfort level before I return to the room to begin your bodywork session.
Do you do erotic work?
No. My massage offering includes touch of your whole body and I believe that massage by nature is sensual. However, I do not offer erotic massage. If erotic massage is what you seek, and you live in or are visiting the Bay Area you are in luck as there you have a cornucopia of quality choices. Please book with someone who advertises the appropriate services for you.
Do you use a table?
Always. Body mechanics and the longevity of my massage career depend on having a table which is adjusted to an appropriate height.
Do you use oil or lotion?
I primarily use Biotone's clear results oil. Secondarily I use some Aveda products like "Love" "hand relief" and "foot relief" to enhance the massage and create a pampering mini-spa atmosphere. If you have special oil needs its a good idea to bring a bottle to your session.
I have a cold, is massage good for me?
Maybe, however, I don't need to get sick too. Please wait until you feel better to schedule your massage.
What can I do to get a fulfilling massage experience?
Breathe fully and deeply. Sound, and/or tell me when something feels really good. Relax, let go and enjoy.
Who do you prefer working with?
After twelve years of offering massage and bodywork my preference is to work with clients who are open to receiving good massage and have a modicum of cleanliness. Other then that, I have no preference to the shape, sex, age or sexuality of my clients. All are welcome.
