Borrowing from the rich Eastern traditions of Chinese Tui Na, Jen Shen Tao Acupressure, and Traditional Thai Massage, a session of Integrated Bodywork generally employs a variety of muscle stretches, compression, brush strokes, and light acupressure therapy. All are blended within the context of a Western Swedish/Eslaen oil massage that may include deep muscular massage techniques coupled with long, slow, gliding strokes. As oils are used for an Integrated Bodywork session, the client wears no clothing, but is comfortably draped for modesty.

Swedish/Esalen

This style integrates the deep massage techniques of Swedish that are excellent for relaxation and increasing circulation, with the slow, gliding strokes and gentle style of Esalen. Since oils are used for this method of massage, the client is undressed and lying on a comfortable table. A drape is used for warmth and modesty.

Acupressure

This ancient healing art, developed in China thousands of years ago, uses finger pressure to press key points on the surface of the skin to stimulate the body’s natural self-curative abilities. When these points are pressed, they release muscular tension and promote the circulation of blood and the body’s life force to aid healing. This method requires the client to wear loose fitted clothing.

Tui Na

This form of traditional Chinese massage known as "Wind and Water" Tui Na, focuses on balancing the subtle energies of the body. The technique employs a variety of stretches, brush strokes, and acupressure therapy to loosen tight joints and circulate the body’s subtle energy (Qi) encouraging a sense of harmony and good health. This method requires the client to wear loose fitted clothing.

Thai Massage

Traditional Thai massage is a unique form of bodywork that incorporates Hatha Yoga, acupressure, and reflexology. The Thai method uses point pressure, muscle stretching, and compression, done in a rhythmic movement of gentle rocking. In Thai massage, it is not just the hands that are used to free tension from the recipient’s body, but the therapist’s feet, forearms, knees, and elbows as well. Thai massage is applied on a mat on the floor or a table. The work is done fully clothed and no oils are required. Wear loose fitted clothing.