Massage Therapy

Swedish Massage

Swedish massage is a gentle, non-invasive form of massage therapy that involves the application of long strokes, kneading, and tapping to target specific areas of the body. This technique is characterized by its slow, rhythmic movements, which are designed to promote relaxation and ease muscle tension.

  • • Reduces Stress

    • Increase Flexibility

    • Improve Posture

    • Improve Blood Circulation

    • Endorphin Release to Improve Mood

    • Flush out Metabolic Byproducts

    • Increase Range of Motion

    • Support Healthy Immunity

    • Increase Nutrient Supply to Muscles

    • Increases Energy

    • Improve Sleep

    • Relieve Headaches

Deep Tissue Massage

Deep tissue massage is a specialized form of massage therapy that targets the deepest layers of muscle tissue, tendons, and fascia - the protective layer surrounding muscles, bones, and joints. This type of massage is designed to relieve chronic muscle dysfunction, promoting relaxation, reducing pain, and enhancing overall well-being.

  • • Treats Back Pain

    • Muscle Rehab

    • Breaks Down Scar Tissue

    • Relieves Stress

    • Increase Joint Mobility

    • Reduces Chronic Pain

    • Recovering from injury

    • Boosts Immune System:

Neuromuscular Massage

Neuromuscular Massage Therapy (NMT) is a comprehensive, hands-on treatment approach that aims to alleviate pain and promote overall well-being by addressing the underlying causes of discomfort. By incorporating trigger point myotherapy and other techniques, NMT targets the five primary elements that contribute to pain: nerve compression, decreased blood flow, biomechanical dysfunction, postural distortion, and trigger points.

  • • Reduced or complete elimination of pain.

    • Higher levels of flexibility and strength.

    • Increased ease and efficiency of movement.

    • Better posture.

    • Balanced musculoskeletal and nervous systems.

    • Improved blood circulation.

    • Lower levels of body toxins

Craniosacral Therapy

It’s a non-invasive, light-touch technique that has been gaining popularity for its ability to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and enhance overall body wellness. This gentle hands-on approach examines the membranes and movement of the fluids in and around the central nervous system, providing a unique window into the body's inherent ability to heal.

  • • migraines and headaches

    • constipation

    • irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

    • disturbed sleep cycles and insomnia

    • scoliosis

    • sinus infections

    • neck pain

    • fibromyalgia

    • recurrent ear infections or colic in infants

    • TMJ

    • trauma recovery, including trauma from whiplash

    • mood disorders like anxiety or depression

Oncology Massage

Oncology massage is an approach to massage therapy based in compassion and specialized massage treatments to help people manage their experience with cancer. The treatments are modified according to the full spectrum of cancer-related issues: the physical, psycho-social and emotional consequences of cancer.

  • • Acting positively on mood by reducing the effects of stress and anxiety on the body;

    • Providing relaxation to promote recovery and offer better support to the disease and treatments;

    • Relieving physical pain by soothing tension;

    • Alleviating some side effects of treatments like nausea or headaches;

    • Improving the quality of sleep, thus reducing mental and physical fatigue;

    • Increasing the level of endorphin hormones, a natural painkiller;

    • Reducing muscle adhesions as a result of surgery;

    • Decreasing edema as needed

Prenatal Massage

Prenatal massages are adapted for the anatomical changes you go through during pregnancy. As your shape and posture change, a trained massage therapist will make accommodations with special cushioning systems, providing room for growth.

  • • Insomnia

    • Joint pain

    • Neck and back pain

    • Leg cramping

    • Sciatica

    • Swelling in your hands and feet (as long as that swelling isn't a result of

    preeclampsia)

    • Headaches and sinus congestion

Integral Myofascial Release

Myofascial Release focuses on treating the fascia, or connective tissue system, using GENTLE, sustained pressure that reduces the pull of bound tissues on pain-sensitive areas, eliminating pain and restoring motion throughout the body.

  • -Pain Relief

    -I’m prove the range of motion

    -stress reduction

    -improve posture

    -enhance circulation

    -structural integration

    -chronic condition management

Multi Sensory Bodywork

A few years back, I created this treatment. It’s a holistic and integrated treatment aimed at supporting and enhancing the functioning of various bodily systems.

This multifaceted approach takes advantage of my diverse skill set to engage with your body's internal dialogue, applying a range of techniques tailored to your unique needs.

It may include range of motion, myofascial release, craniosacral therapy, nervous system rebalancing, energy work, and trigger point therapy, among others. By combining various modalities, Multi-Sensory Bodywork offers a multifaceted approach to promote overall wellbeing.

  • • It’s a multi focal treatment that works as a whole to assist with a variety of the body’s systems:

    , • Nervous System

    • Skeletal system

    • Muscular system

    • Lymphatic system

    • Circulatory system

    • Myofascial tissue

    • Connective tissue

    • Endocrine system

    • Increase your body's natural recovery process

    • Improve the range of motion

    • Helps with overall well-being

    • Boosts energy levels

Hawaiian Huna Kane Massage

Huna Kane (pronounced ‘hoonah kahnay’) is the “inner knowing of the Higher Self.” It is an ancient spiritual healing process that allows an individual to clear emotional baggage while receiving the benefits of hands-on healing. Huna Kane is a process of accessing inner wisdom to create more balance, peace, and harmony in body, mind, and spirit.

  • • Anxiety

    • Depression

    • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

    • Stress

Infant Massage

The ancient art of infant massage has been practiced for centuries by cultures worldwide and is one of the earliest stimuli a parent can provide for their infant. You and your baby will experience many benefits.

  • • Promoting social, emotional and cognitive development

    • Helping a baby relax and release tensions of daily stimuli

    • Decreasing irritability and excessive crying

    • Reducing gas, colic and intestinal difficulties

    • Regulating behavioral states and promoting sleep

    • Strengthening and regulating primary systems (i.e., respiratory, circulatory, nervous, musculature, digestive and endocrine)

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  • Therapeutic Massage Review

    Having been sore all over and having years of accumulated pain from trauma and self inflicted pain from not tending to my own needs, Laurie helped me realize that the pain I was feeling was not something I needed to live with. Tension Hunter…she really found the tension and sniped it out of me. The amount of additional circulation I felt post massage was like no other feeling. She’s one of the most understanding human beings I have crossed paths with and has helped me tremendously.

    Jack L.

  • Concussion Massage Review

    Highly recommend! I had a head on collision that resulted in a concussion. I saw Laurie for treatments, and she went over and above by writing me an at home vitamin regime to speed up my concussion recovery. Months later I saw my naturopath and she was shocked when I mentioned I was in a head-on collision. She mentioned my brain and body was fully recovered by the treatments and vitamins Laurie recommended. I feel so blessed to have found someone so amazing in her field.

    Max C.

  • Athletic Massage Review

    Before visiting The Tension Hunter for the first time, I had a reoccurring hip and knee running injury. I was regularly working with a massage therapist, a chiropractor, and a physiotherapist to solve the issue. A friend recommended. The Tension Hunter and she was able to find the issue and resolve it in a few visits! She can find the exact pain point and quickly finds a way to relieve it. I recommend her for any sports injury. She has a gift, and I am very happy with her work!

    Lucille G.

  • Stress Relief Review

    I’m thankful for Laurie’s healing powers. Between working full time and being a mom, I don’t often make time for self-care. After decades of sitting for 8 hrs a day, I go see her for back and neck pains and she gets me to feel great very quickly. Laurie is a very caring person who happens to be great at her work. If you’re looking for someone who isn’t just talented, but also in touch with your needs and what care is best for you.

    Brigitte B.

  • Oncology Massage Review

    Laurie had done wonders for my body, mind, and spirit. She was my first teacher and healer during my breast cancer journey. I am grateful for her work and knowledge. After my mastectomy she helped my body release a lot of tension and pain it was carrying. She also helped me see how I was showing up in the world. She brought awareness that it was time for me to let go of the victim mentality. That I NEEDED to hear it and that also helped my body release the pain it was carrying. It was my wake-up call to start letting go. My energy shifted thanks to her brave and courageous words. She has helped me in many ways. My way of living changed with her help.

    Catherine H.

  • Deep Tissue Massage Review

    A massage with Laurie is like an iron fist in a velvet glove. The massage is sometime a little painful but she is able to talk me through with compassion, respect and understanding. It is always a healing session as much physically as spiritually.

    Manon H.

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