Embodiwork

Embodiwork Holistic Bodyworker:
Registered Massage therapy
Fascial stretch therapy
Lymphatic drainage

10/05/2026

Another one in the books 📚✨

I just wrapped up 4 full days of Lymphatic Drainage Therapy Level 1 training with the Chikly Health Institute, and I’m excited to bring what I’ve learned into my practice.

This training gave me new techniques, a waaaay deeper understanding of the lymphatic system, and an even more intentional approach to supporting lymphatic flow through hands-on work.

It was also incredibly eye-opening. Even within regulated healthcare professions, our foundational education can only take us so far. Science, research and our understanding of the human body continue to evolve, and specialized areas like the lymphatic system have so much more depth than what can realistically be covered in our initial training.

When we choose to work with people’s bodies, especially something as complex as the lymphatic system, we have a responsibility to keep learning, stay curious, understand our limitations and seek out the best education we can. The more I learn, the more I realize how much there is still to learn. I knew I had gaps in understanding this system so I’m glad I took this course.

You’ll start seeing these techniques thoughtfully incorporated into my therapeutic lymphatic drainage sessions, as well as integrated into regular Swedish Massage and Fascial Stretch Therapy where appropriate.

I’ve also updated my health history intake forms to better screen for lymphatic considerations and make sure treatment is individualized and within my scope of practice.

With this deeper understanding also comes a greater appreciation for when more specialized care is needed. Until I complete Level 2 of my training, new clients with diagnosed or suspected lymphedema will be referred to a lymphedema-certified practitioner. Current clients affected by this change are welcome to reach out so we can discuss an updated care plan and appropriate referrals in the meantime.

Always learning. Always refining. Always adding more to the toolbox. 🤍

Lymphatic Drainage Therapy Level 1 ✔️

Another one in the books 📚✨I just wrapped up 4 full days of Lymphatic Drainage Therapy Level 1 training with the Chikly ...
10/05/2026

Another one in the books 📚✨

I just wrapped up 4 full days of Lymphatic Drainage Therapy Level 1 training with the Chikly Health Institute, and I’m excited to bring what I’ve learned into my practice.

This training gave me new techniques, a waaaay deeper understanding of the lymphatic system, and an even more intentional approach to supporting lymphatic flow through hands-on work.

It was also incredibly eye-opening. Even within regulated healthcare professions, our foundational education can only take us so far. Science, research and our understanding of the human body continue to evolve, and specialized areas like the lymphatic system have so much more depth than what can realistically be covered in our initial training.

When we choose to work with people’s bodies, especially something as complex as the lymphatic system, we have a responsibility to keep learning, stay curious, understand our limitations and seek out the best education we can. The more I learn, the more I realize how much there is still to learn. I knew I had gaps in understanding this system so I’m glad I took this course.

You’ll start seeing these techniques thoughtfully incorporated into my therapeutic lymphatic drainage sessions, as well as integrated into regular Swedish Massage and Fascial Stretch Therapy where appropriate.

I’ve also updated my health history intake forms to better screen for lymphatic considerations and make sure treatment is individualized and within my scope of practice.

With this deeper understanding also comes a greater appreciation for when more specialized care is needed. Until I complete Level 2 of my training, new clients with diagnosed or suspected lymphedema will be referred to a lymphedema-certified practitioner. Current clients affected by this change are welcome to reach out so we can discuss an updated care plan and appropriate referrals in the meantime.

Always learning. Always refining. Always adding more to the toolbox. 🤍

Lymphatic Drainage Therapy Level 1 ✔️

09/29/2026

Don’t forget the ears 👂🏼

Seriously. Every time I start working around my client’s ears, there’s this moment of “wait… why does this feel SO good?”

The ears are often completely forgotten in bodywork, even though they’re connected to so much of what’s happening around the jaw, face, scalp and neck. Parts of the outer ear also have vagal innervation, which makes this such an interesting area to work with when we’re trying to invite the nervous system to settle.

And you can actually watch that shift happen here — her breathing gets slower, her shoulders drop, and her body starts melting into the table.

There’s also a fascial and lymphatic piece to this that creates more freedom through the tissues surrounding the ears, jaw, face and neck can support movement through areas involved in lymphatic drainage from the head and neck.

I’m big on the not aggressively trying to “release” anything. Heavy on the slow listening with my hands, sensing the tissue and moving with the rhythm of your body instead of deciding where it needs to go.
Sometimes I’m barely moving at all.
Which apparently is all it takes to make people question why no one has been massaging their ears their entire lives. 😂

No music today, just presence 🤍

09/29/2026

Sometimes you gotta let it out 😂🎶

09/28/2026

Sometimes you just gotta let it out 😂🎶

09/23/2026

Why I start face up 💆🏽‍♀️

It starts with lymphatics and breath. First things first, I’m assessing how someone breathes, whether their clavicles are stuck, whether their neck and shoulders are tight, and following lymphatic drainage principles. Getting that moving first gives me a real picture of what’s blocked, what’s tense, and where there’s organ pressure — and it’s foundational to everything else in the session, including nervous system regulation (the vagus nerve can be manually engaged through abdominal massage) and tissue health.

Because the torso is a pressure system. Back pain is usually the last-resort symptom of imbalances in that system — not an isolated back issue. A lot of people genuinely don’t know how to breathe properly, because their entire front line — chest, ribs, abdomen — is compressed, tight, and stuck. When I create room, expansion, and breath capacity in the front first, along with body awareness through breathing education, the back comes alive and relaxes on its own..

Starting face up is emotionally intelligent and relational. It is how trust gets built. I can see your face, read what your body is communicating beyond words — a wince, a flinch, a moment of retraction — and we can talk about it in real time.

This is how I aim to address root causes and help you build a legit relationship with your body, not just treat local pain.

09/23/2026

Why I start face up 💆🏽‍♀️

It starts with lymphatics and breath. First things first, I’m assessing how someone breathes, whether their clavicles are stuck, whether their neck and shoulders are tight, and following lymphatic drainage principles. Getting that moving first gives me a real picture of what’s blocked, what’s tense, and where there’s organ pressure — and it’s foundational to everything else in the session, including nervous system regulation (the vagus nerve can be manually engaged through abdominal massage) and tissue health.

Because the torso is a pressure system. Back pain is usually the last-resort symptom of imbalances in that system — not an isolated back issue. A lot of people genuinely don’t know how to breathe properly, because their entire front line — chest, ribs, abdomen — is compressed, tight, and stuck. When I create room, expansion, and breath capacity in the front first, along with body awareness through breathing education, the back comes alive and relaxes on its own..

Starting face up is emotionally intelligent and relational. It is how trust gets built. I can see your face, read what your body is communicating beyond words — a wince, a flinch, a moment of retraction — and we can talk about it in real time.

This is how I aim to address root causes and help you build a legitimate relationship with your body, not just treat local pain.

09/21/2026

Postpartum care you didn’t know you needed 🤍

So many new mamas put off the care their bodies need — not because they don’t want it, but because it’s genuinely hard to step away from baby. The schedule isn’t always right, or it just doesn’t feel comfortable to leave them yet.

Here’s the thing: you don’t have to choose. 👶🏼

Baby can nap in the stroller, snuggle in on the table, or we just modify the session around what you both need that day. Postpartum recovery is necessary healthcare — and it should be flexible enough to meet you where you’re at.

Family-friendly, mama-friendly, always. Come as you are (baby included) 🫶🏼

09/18/2026

Unfiltered chats on my couch with my good friend Steph, a personal trainer and athlete. I’m a Registered Massage Therapist and holistic health & wellness educator, and we’re talking about the things we yap about anyway!

This clip: should you change your training around your period?

Full conversation covers a lot more — mindset, nervous system regulation, mobility, lymphatic drainage, and what it actually means to work out in a way that feels good for you. Full convo linked in bio 🎥

09/17/2026

What to expect in your first lymphatic drainage session with me:

Please come adequately hydrated prior to your session.

We always start face up, at the neck, face and then chest, arms, and abdomen. These are the focus areas for the first session and usually by session 2-4 we are able to get to full body.

There is no rushing here, as I meet your body where it’s at.

This is about your whole body’s health and not just trying to get snatched. Sometimes it takes time.

This can help with bloating, brain fog, inflammation, chronic pain, burn-out, jet lag, and more.

You may very likely be tired or have detox symptoms after your session, so always plan to rest and eat nourishing and hydrating foods after, like broths, soups, stews and electrolytes.

My wonderful clients report feeling sparkly, full of life and energy, improved resilience and deep restoration.

Addressing your lymph is one of the most beautiful things you can do for yourself.

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