Onsen Therapy

The style of therapy I have created is a product of my background in Exercise Physiology, personal training and an integrative type of therapy known as Onsen. My own personal approach emphasizes treating you as a total, integrated individual.

The treatment is designed according to the activities and work stresses engaged in, age, fitness/health level, personal approach, medical history as well as current assessment and symptoms. The assessment includes structural (skeletal) patterns and functional (soft tissue) patterns for balance, range of motion, strength and pain.

Treatment takes on three levels:

1. Structural Correction: The realignment of the bony structure is achieved through a “soft” technique called “Muscle Energy Technique”.
2. Functional Correction: A variety of techniques are used to release, lengthen, flush and balance the specific soft tissues which have become shortened, adhered and imbalanced. This step is essential for the structure to remain aligned.
3. Exercise Therapy: Specific exercises are given to continue steps 1 & 2. Some muscles will be strengthened, while others are stretched. Posture, body mechanics and ergonomics are also worked with if applicable. Sports specific adaptations are made, as are suggestions and resources for lifestyle changes.

Now the basis for lasting recovery is established. In most cases pain can be released in 1-3 treatments. Depending on the health, length of time the problem has existed, prior therapy, and willingness of the individual to participate in their healing, lasting recovery can be established.

In addition I have developed a style of yoga called Balance Yoga® which is designed to specifically address the chronically short and weak tissues in a safe and efficient style.  This system is shared with my Onsen clients.  I’m a firm believer in prevention and aging gracefully!

Fees

In an attempt to make preventative/alternative therapy available, I have kept my fees at ½ of most “insurance based” professionals.  A billing statement may be provided if insurance is to be billed.

Initial Session with full assessment: $155
Hourly sessions: $85/hr
Emergency and drop in sessions: $95/hr

The Basis of Practice

As your therapy provider, I am committed to provide you with:

1. Quality private time in a clean, quiet, healing environment
2. Scientific and intuitive based healing methods
3. 40 years of study and practice, with on-going education
4. Affordable preventative health care
5. Quality referral service
6. Attention to you as a whole person

Forms Download

Client Policy Statement
Medical History Form
Onsen Therapy Handout