Licensed Massage Therapist, RYT 200 Yoga Instructor, Research Specialist in Developmental Psychology, life long learner
With more than 20 yrs of training and experience, I offer Massage Therapy for all ages, Craniosacral Therapy, Advanced Prenatal Therapeutic Massage, Prenatal Craniosacral Therapy, Newborn Craniosacral Therapy, Pediatric Massage, Teen Massage, Private Yoga, Practical Mindfulness Coaching Sessions.
My intention for your session is to find the right mix of skills and tools I have gathered over the past 20 yrs to find your perfect session. Clients report feeling more physically comfortable, relaxed and more clear of mind. I also really enjoy helping you connect the burdens you carry in your mind with the aches in your body so we can help resolve them both! Essential Oils of your choice and other soothing goodies may be incorporated in to your sessions each visit!
Graduate of Bloomington, IN Massage School Ivy Tech 2018
Therapeutic Massage, Swedish Massage, Teen Massage, Sports Massage, Prenatal Relaxation Massage
Integrative, holistic health, and massage have been life-long passions and practices for me. I specialize in full body relaxation, Swedish, Deep Tissue, hot stones and myofascial release. I work closely with you to design a specific massage that gives you a unique plan to relieve muscle tension, improve circulation, reduce chronic pain, achieve better moods, or to simply and happily unwind. You may have complimentary goodies incorporated in your massage if you wish (for example: a warm stone for a portion of your massage, or essential oils of your choice). Those extra little touches make for a wonderful experience.
Throughout my life, I have always had an immense love for people and connectivity. Channeling that love into touch, I began my bodywork journey in 2017, studying Massage Therapy at Indiana Therapeutic Massage School in Indianapolis, IN. Following my initial training, I began working in a chiropractic office and sports clinic, expanding my knowledge on injuries, chronic conditions and the clinical application of massage therapy. In that time, I also gained certifications in cupping and facial cupping.
Therapeutic Massage, Swedish Massage, Warm Bamboo Massage (see Combination Sessions & Service bundles), Therapeutic Cupping (a stand alone service or an Add-In to your Massage appt).
Connecting intentional touch, passive stretching and breath-work, I’m here to help you along your wellness journey. Setting goals for your session and beyond, expect to leave feeling both relaxed and rejuvenated- mentally and physically.
I went to Alexandria School of Massage Therapy and Nutrition 1991, Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Training 1991, John Barnes myofascial unwinding, myofascial release 1 and fascial-pelvis myofascial release, Peace through Yoga 200 hr. 2011, PHI Pilates 2009 Comprehensively trained on all equipment. Pre/post natal specialist training 2012, Pilates for MS 2013 Willing to do relaxation massage, cranial sacral work, myofascial release, medium to deep tissue, private yoga sessions, group slow flow yoga, meditation classes, nutrition counseling and coaching, group nutrition coaching
Massage, private yoga, group yoga classes, and group coaching workshops.
I would hope that you would feel a sense of calm and physical well being after a session with me. I also would hope you feel that you have confidence in my loyalty to their privacy if anything confidential spoken and a new friend made. I believe that you will feel better after a session and that I imparted peace, a good vibrational energy and healing.
Licensed Massage Therapist, RYT 200 Yoga Instructor, Research Specialist in Developmental Psychology, life long learner
Body, Mind & Womb (Prenatal yoga), Body, Mind & Baby (precrawling baby massage, baby yoga, tummytime™ method instruction), Lunchtime Gentle Yoga
More calm, centered, focused and relaxed. For Prenatal classes, moms will feel empowered with tools and skills that will serve them well through pregnancy, labor, delivery and postpartum recovery. For Baby class, parents can expect to feel more ‘normal’ about this transition in life and learn skills to help their baby along their unique developmental path :).
Yoga, Meditation, Music, Movement & Theatre
Yoga Nidra – Guided Meditation
I am a certified yoga teacher with 500 hours training in yoga, pranayama and guided meditation techniques with certification through the “Institute of Holistic Yoga – Satyananda Ashram” in Miami, FL. I love working with people of all ages. And I have several years of experience working with children and families. I am a Yoga instructor at the department of Kinesiology at Indiana University. And a member of the Hoosier Heartland Shambhala Meditation Group where I pursued several training and workshops in Meditation and Contemplative practices. I also have a background in music, movement and theater. I have a holistic approach to life and it is reflected in my teachings. In my classes, I like to employ various teaching and contemplative methods. And bring out the genuine experience and insight of the participants, to inspire them to be active learners. At the end of my classes you will feel connected and relaxed. And you will leave the class feeling good and balanced.
Pilate Mat Class
You will feel stretched, strengthened and lengthened.
200YTT Vibe Yoga Studio IU Health Prenatal and postnatal teacher
Ultimately, I aim to teach a yoga class that accessible and inclusive to everybody. My sincere hope is that each one of my yoga classes can be a resource of inspiration and support for all who attend.
RYT 200 Yoga Instructor, Event & Hospitality Manager
Gentle Yoga
I give my students a safe space to connect with and appreciate their bodies, trust their inner voices and move intuitively. My classes are led with humility and ample anatomical and energetic cues to help guide students through a safe asana sequence that will wake up the body and release tension. Most importantly, I want us all to leave class able to enter into our lives with more presence, patience, and grace.
The Cocuun is a beautiful place ‘to turn inward and transform’. As Molly McDonald and her business:
Body, Mind & Molly, neared the 10 yr celebration mark, she took stock in all of the amazing healers, educators, family support practitioners she had the honor of working with here in Bloomington. It occurred to her that many of them had visions of a gathering space that people would come to know as their home away from home when it comes to their deepest needs for support, community and healing. She realized the time had come to create the space she had always dreamed of providing for the Bloomington area.
These businesses will often hold workshops and offerings at The Cocuun while maintaining their private services within their own offices. This allows clients in Bloomington to come to one location to learn about trusted sources around the area.
It also allows clients to learn from some of our greatest practitioners in group settings to see if they would like to invest in working with those businesses one-on-one for their health.
Take an inside look! Just stepping into The Cocuun you feel your system calm. It doesn’t matter whether you’ve shaved your legs, if your yoga pants fit you just right or whether or not you have ever practiced yoga before. Whether it is for bodywork or classes, you get to show up as you are, and leave feeling better!
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