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Table massage sessions last for an hour or more, giving ample time for one to experience a state of a deep relaxation in a safe environment. Within this special space, receiving massage may be a catalyst for restorative healing that can be deeper than that found in normal sleep. Massage can help induce a savored twilight-feeling state which research links to beneficial alpha and theta brain wave activity. Modalities such as craniosacral therapy and sensitive hands-on massage are especially effective at providing this opportunity. Since receiving touch has such a potent and immediate benefit to one's sense of well-being, entering this state during a massage can naturally be very healing by nature.
One may have dreamlike visions, memories, and emotions come to the surface of awareness. And so it is vital that I communicate with my recipients, before, during and even few days after the massage, in case they have uncovered challenging issues that they need to further process. I ask for their feedback, and I may refer them for counseling, a helpful adjunct to massage.
Table massage may also be an invigorating treatment for one to experience while staying fully awake. To fully enjoy their time, some people love to talk, and with that I have no problem , and I enjoy listening, and conversing at times, and sometimes bringing in some guided deep breathing or quietude at other times, all to help us create an uplifting, fun, "anti-solemn" atmosphere.
Massages may be done with the recipient draped under sheets or with their clothes kept on. Either way, I know how to give someone an effective massage in all the modalities that I practice.
