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massage therapy

  • A Swedish style massage bringing a balance of relaxation and focused attention to areas of minor soreness and tension. Medium pressure.

  • This massage utilizes deeper pressure, trigger point, stretching and myofascial release work to relieve tension and adhesions in the body. This is a great option when dealing with pain and specific problem areas in the body.

  • A relaxing, nurturing massage for the mamas-to-be! Swedish style massage with warm oil to increase circulation and promote relaxation. I will use props and side-laying techniques to make sure you’re comfortable during your session.

  • My favorite massage! A nourishing, grounding massage that uses warm oil all over the body. This treatment promotes lymphatic movement, joint lubrication and relaxation. It is particularly soothing for vata constitutions, or those that experience restlessness, anxiety and nervous system depletion.

    NOTE: I use a lot of oil in this treatment! Please wear or bring clothes you don’t mind getting oily to your session.

  • A full body massage with hot stones! The hot stones loosen restricted muscle tissue, encourage blood flow and deep relaxation throughout the body.

  • Book this service if you are experiencing pain, recovering from an injury or have limited time in your schedule. This focused session will target the area of discomfort. I will use various modalities including trigger point, deep tissue, myofascial release, heat and swedish techniques. This is not a full body session.

AYURVEDIC BODYWORK

Ayurveda is the sister science of Yoga. Ayurveda translates as “life science” and shows us how to live harmoniously with nature. Ayurveda teaches us how to align with nature and is a system of health that takes all aspects of a human being into account: mental, physical, spiritual, and environmental. Ayurveda seeks to restore balance using lifestyle interventions and natural healing treatments including massage therapy, herbal medicines and yoga practices.

The Ayurvedic bodywork sessions below are used to cleanse, heal, and harmonize the body, mind, and spirit. I use all organic products in every treatment. All oils and products are tridoshic (balancing for all doshas), and I will make modifications to cater your treatment towards your constitution as we continue working together. Even if you are unfamiliar with Ayurveda, you will feel the restorative, blissful effects of these treatments. Read more about the benefits of massage below.

Abhyanga Warm Oil Massage

A deeply nourishing, grounding massage that uses warm oil all over the body. This treatment promotes lymphatic movement, joint lubrication and relaxation. It is particularly soothing for vata constitutions, or those that experience restlessness, anxiety and nervous system depletion.

NOTE: I use a lot of oil in this treatment! Please wear or bring clothes you don’t mind getting oily to your session.

Ayurvedic Facial Rejuvenation

This treatment is powerful and luxurious! The ayurvedic facial rejuvenation stimulates blood flow & circulation to the deep layers of the skin through massage, steam, cleansing & toning and wrinkle therapy. Marma points on the face and scalp are massaged to calm the activity of the mind, creating a state of peace and tranquility. All products are organic, natural and tridoshic.

Marma Point

Using energy points on the body, this treatment restores the proper flow of prana (energy) and enhances the natural ability of the body to heal. This treatment is good for mental and emotional balance, the nervous system, pain in the body, paralysis, cancer and more. Marmas are used therapeutically in Ayurveda to bring in a shift of consciousness in the cells. Dr. Vasant Lad says that massaging the marma points “activates the body’s inner pharmacy, changing the biochemistry, and can unfold radical, alchemical change in one’s makeup.”

"Somatic healing is a process of bringing the unconscious experiences of the body into conscious awareness, where they can be healed."

-Peter Levine

Inquiries – email: info@durgaom.com

I prefer Cash or Venmo payments and accept Credit Cards. Sliding scale available for those with financial hardship.
My office is at 6996 Soquel Ave in Santa Cruz, CA. I also offer in-home sessions and travel within Santa Cruz County and Monterey County. Contact me for a quote.

Benefits of Massage therapy

  • Aids in pain relief and improves blood circulation

  • Improves posture

  • Promotes relaxation and calms the nervous system

  • Lubricates joints and enhances joint mobility

  • Relieves muscular tension

  • Reduces fatigue and anxiety

  • Improves flexibility (for a better surf experience in Santa Cruz!)

  • Promotes better sleep

  • Provide relief from headaches and migraines

  • Brings a state of tranquility to the mind and spirit

Benefits of Abhyanga Massage

  • Calms the nervous system, promotes deep relaxation

  • Lubricates and brings mobility and flexibility to the joints

  • Imparts muscle tone and vitality to the dhatus (tissues) of the body

  • Helps to balance the doshas (subtle energies within the body that can contribute to blockages and dis-ease when out of balance)

  • Nourishes and hydrates the skin, decreases the effects of aging and brings a healthy glow to the body

  • Helps to relieve pain and swelling

  • Flushes out lactic acid from muscle tissues (induced from strenuous exercise)

  • Improves the circulation of blood and lymph, promoting detoxification

  • Brings a feeling of lightness and vitality to the body

  • Calms the nervous system, promotes deep relaxation

  • Promotes healthy hormone balance and builds immune response

  • Improves quality of sleep

  • Imparts muscle tone and vigor to the dhatus (tissues) of the body