Feedback from Mary's clients:
As someone who has multiple sclerosis, two of the biggest issues I deal with are the fatigue and the limited mobility due to tight muscles. After a recent massage with Mary, the next day I felt like I was a much younger person. I sprung out of bed early in the morning and kept going all day. My walking and balance were greatly improved.
The increase in energy levels was the most amazing thing - no prescription drug I have ever taken could do this. I had a feeling of well-being and stayed in a wonderfully positive mood throughout the day.
Mary is very caring, and this is evident throughout the massage. She adjusts the pressure used so that you are comfortable at all times. She has studied the dynamics of MS, and instinctively knows which areas to focus on. I would recommend massage therapy to anyone who has MS. It's painless, no side effects, and the results are so beneficial on both the physical and emotional levels.
-Rhonda J. Foster All throughout my second pregnancy, I was experiencing severe pains with my right sciatic nerve. The pain was not debilitating, but enough that I was seeing a physical therapist regularly. I was losing sleep as well and needed something to relax my entire body. I made an appointment with Mary and during our session, I was finally able to relax and not focus on the pain in my right hip. Every aspect of her pre-natal massage was therapeutic and I left feeling like a new woman! I made other appointments and really felt that the massages helped me to relax prior to my delivery!
I am a firm believer in pre-natal massage. Before the birth of my first daughter, I was given the name of a massage therapist where we lived in North Carolina. I had such a relaxing and comfortable experience with that therapist and I really feel that my overall physical harmony was key in having a positive birthing experience with my daughter. After finding out I was pregnant 5 years later, I was quite apprehensive about finding a massage therapist that was just as qualified. I was really lucky to meet Mary and I think she far exceeded my previous experience! I even recommended her to my sister-in-law when she found out that she was pregnant!
Excellent technique and very good pressure. -Clarissa Rhode
Mary is great at pregnancy massage! Such a happy time of life can be less so with an achy back or hips. Mary makes that go away so you can enjoy preparing for your baby. -Jane I was in the middle of marathon training and barely completed a 16 mile run on a Saturday morning. Like most days after a long run, I was tight, sore, and achy the rest of the day. I had no idea what Thai massage was, but Mary recommended it so I received one from her that evening. It was a whole new experience for me, like a cross between getting stretched by a trainer and receiving massage. I felt pretty good and slept well that night, but the real difference was revealed the following day. My legs were completely refreshed and had no soreness at all. Mary had said the Thai massage would be perfect for recovering from a long run and I was skeptical of these claims at first but experiencing it firsthand was simply amazing! -Eric Y. Chow Between work, the gym, home, my volunteer commitments - life gets hectic. One hour of solace with Mary and I'm ready for whatever the next round of life brings. -Rhonda Larsen I have received massage from Mary on and off for many years. She has been able to alleviate shoulder pain, which has helped my posture greatly. Most recently I received massage from her while pregnant. Her presence is very calming and her touch is both strong and soothing. Right away I noticed a change in my lower back and hips after receiving massage from Mary. Mary also takes care to check in throughout the massage and works with you to target concerns. I would recommend Mary for both relaxation and to address specific concerns. -Joey |