LaStone Therapy
This hot stone massage is a unique treatment that combines the use of thermotherapy, energy work, stone placement and the spinal layout. Basalt stones formed from volcanic lava are used to penetrate heat deep into the body, which will help with circulation, increasing the amount of oxygen delivered to the cells. Basalt stones carry energy from mother earth to the body, which gives the feeling of being grounded. This service will benefit poor circulation and cold joints. Sore muscles are soothed quickly by the penetrating heat. The use of thermotherapy is also muslce toning.
Shiatsu
Treatments are done through loose clothing with lean on pressure. The therapist works from their centre. Elbows, thumbs, knees, knuckles and palms can be used. Shiatsu is a Japanese acupressure massage that can benefit headaches, digestive complaints, insomnia, sciatic, for relaxation and much more. This treatment helps the flow of qi through the body which gives the feeling of balance and harmony.
Bio
Suzy started in skin care at the Aveda Institute in Victoria B.C. where she graduated from Esthetics. She eventually added LaStone Therapy to her repitoire in 2000. This therapy involves basalt stones and marble stones which help stimulate the autonomic nervous system and increase oxygen to the body. Along the way she was introduce to Shiatsu Therapy and found this treatment to be very balancing and healing. Being drawn to Shiatsu for many years, she eventually found her way to the Shiatsu School of Canada. She now continues to develope her skills in shiatsu through practice and continued education.
