Ms. Philippa Dodson

In my long career (1991-present)I have given thousands of massages & taken many hours of advanced education. Your massage is individualized, integrating techniques for health, stress & pain issues such as headaches, muscular pain & tension & minor injuries. My style is firm, but not painful & concentrates on pleasurable, but highly effective soft tissue manipulation. Deep relaxation & natural pain relief are my focus. I believe painful massage is counterproductive & injurious, so have specialized in subtle, yet powerful skills; Lymph Drainage Therapy, Cranio-Sacral Therapy, Hot Stone Massage & Pre-Natal Massage. My ideal client understands that massage need not be painful to be effective.

Most massages I give are an amalgam of basic & advanced techniques suited to your treatment goals. My primary specialty is Lymph Drainage Therapy, a technique that not only boosts the immune system, but is especially useful in conditions where swelling & bruising are involved, such as post cosmetic surgery, liposuction, facelifts, & sprains.

Prior to becoming a Massage Therapist I had a long hospital based medical career working with acutely and chronically ill patients in a "hands on" capacity. This experience equips me with a unique ability to assess needs & respond in a professional, yet caring manner; especially helpful with elderly or frail people.