Benefits of Massage

Pathologies Massage can ease

 

Therapies Offered

Swedish

Shiatsu

Pregnancy

Couples

Hot Stone

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Hands Can Heal
Therapeutic Massage
The Holistic Network
485 Western Ave.
Albany, New York 12208
For an appointment call: (518) 339-1130

Erin McKinney
NYS Licensed Massage Therapist

Erin McKinney

It is helpful to realize that this body we have, that's sitting right here , right now...with all its aches
and pleasures...is exactly what we need to be fully human, fully awake, fully alive. -Pema Chodron

The Benefits of Massage

  • increases circulation
  • decreases levels of toxins in the body
  • facilitates healing of injured tissue
  • reduces muscle tension and pain
  • boosts immune system function
  • lowers stress levels
  • improves joint range of motion
  • promotes better sleep
  • reduces anxiety
  • creates overall sense of well being
  • strengthen the mind body connection

Common Pathologies Massage Can Ease

  • osteo and rheumatoid arthritis
  • headaches and migraines
  • constipation
  • insomnia
  • fibromyalgia
  • stress disorders
  • pre menstrual syndrome
  • carpal tunnel syndrome
  • TMJ
  • low back pain
  • sciatica
  • depression
  • multiple sclerosis

Keeping your body healthy is an expression of gratitude to the whole cosmos -
the trees, the clouds, everything. -Thich Nat Hanh

Therapies Offered by Erin

Erin provides Swedish massage

Swedish Massage

The most common and popular style of massage, focuses on increasing circulation, reducing muscle tension and induces relaxation. The therapist will apply oil or cream to the body, using long flowing strokes and direct pressure on the muscles. Your level of comfort is most important, only the part of the body receiving work will be uncovered. The therapist will also communicate with you about lighter or deeper pressure levels.

 Swedish massage is healing
shiatsu relieves pain

Shiatsu Treatments

A Japanese style finger pressure massage helps encourage the smooth flow of energy, or qi, through the body. If there is stagnation in the body's energy, physical and emotional pains can arise. Shiatsu massage helps the client to heal himself or herself. This modality involves yoga-like stretching, holding pressure on accupressure points and range of motion techniques for joints and is highly relaxing. Shiatsu treatments are given on a mat on the floor and the client is fully clothed.

 shiatsu relieves tension

Pregnancy Massage

A Swedish massage tailored to the specific aches and pains of pregnancy. It helps to reduce swelling in the legs, feet and weight bearing joints, improves sleep, soothes dry stretched skin, aids in digestion, relives muscle spasms and cramps and can provide emotional support during hormonal upheaval. This massage can be performed side lying to accommodate the growing pregnant belly.

Couples Massage

A swedish massage for two, in a spacious relaxing professional atmosphere. Great for date nights, anniversaries, Mother's Day, wedding gifts or just two friends who need to relax.

Hot Stone Treatments

A unique form of body work using lava stones, heated and applied to the body. This massage is great for increasing circulation, relieving stagnation in the body and penetrating deeper into the muscle tissue. It also feels great.

About the therapist

Erin is a graduate of the Center for Natural Wellness School of Massage Therapy in Albany NY. She was called to the massage field during her pregnancy while taking childbirth and relaxation classes. She is also a practitioner of yoga for many years. Drawing from these experiences, Erin focuses on total body, mind, spirit healing while helping her clients bring awareness to their own bodies.

Costs

Shiatsu Treatments, Swedish Massage, Pregnancy Massage
1/2 hour $35
1 hour $55
1 hour + 1/2 $80
2 hour $ 100

Couples massage
1/2 hour $35
1 hour $ 60