Question 1

Learn More

Accepted Answer

It’s important to understand that CST isn’t geared toward “fixing” one ailment in particular. By allowing to body to make its own adjustments, your therapist acts as a facilitator for healing. It’s up to your body to decide how to use the therapy.

CranioSacral Therapy can be used to address

Migraines and Headaches
Chronic Neck and Back Pain
Autism
Stress and Tension-Related Disorders
OCD
Depression
Motor-Coordination Impairments
Brain and Spinal Cord Injuries
Chronic Fatigue
Fibromyalgia
TMJ Disorder
Vertigo
Tinnitus
Scoliosis
Central Nervous System Disorders
Learning Disabilities
ADD/ADHD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Orthopedic Problems
And Many Other Conditions

Question 2

What to Expect

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Before your session, your therapist will discuss your healthcare goals with you. What outcomes are you looking for? Then, the therapist will leave the room while you get settled on the massage table. CST can be performed while the client is completely clothed so there’s no need to undress. You’ll feel comfortable and cozy under blankets and with the table warmer turned on, if you’d like. Your therapist will then knock before reentering the room.

CST is a hands-on technique, though the pressure is very light. You may feel your body releasing in a variety of ways including, but not limited to muscle twitches, and unwinding feeling in your muscles, your limbs feeling more open and looser, sighing, laughing, crying. CST is deeply relaxing, and your therapist won’t mind if you fall asleep. You may feel the tiny movement around your skull and sacrum as your therapist works to lightly adjust these areas. You may suddenly recall memories, good or bad, that you’ve long since forgotten. We can work through moving stuck and stagnant emotions together. Each person has a different way of healing, so your CranioSacral session will be unique to you.

Question 3

Is CST for me?

Accepted Answer

CST is safe for most people. The exception, however, is any person having a condition where slight changes in intracranial pressure would not be well tolerated. Some examples of these conditions are: acute aneurism and cerebral hemorrhaging. If you’re unsure, please contact your doctor.

Question 4

What to Expect

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All sessions, whether energy or massage, begin with an interview in which you will discuss your session with your practitioner. The practitioner will ask how you’ve been feeling lately and talk with you about any concerns you’d like to address during your session.

After the interview, the practitioner will step out of the room and allow you time to get comfortable on the massage table. While Reiki is a hands-on technique, it doesn’t require the client to undress. You may want to undress, however, if you plan to have a blended session with part Reiki and part massage. No matter the amount of clothing you decide to wear, you will lie under a sheet and blanket for comfort.

The practitioner will then knock on the door and re-enter the room to begin the Reiki session. The therapist will do an energy assessment and then get to work giving and releasing energy as the body requires. You will feel the practitioner’s hands, or other tools such as crystals, lightly contacting your body. Reiki is considered one of the “subtle therapies” because, unlike a deep tissue massage, the client’s perception of what’s happening may be subtle.

You may feel warmth, tingling, buzzing, waves, or cold. You may have emotional releases in the form of sighing, yawning, laughter, crying, or feeling of anger, joy, or sadness. Whatever you feel is unique to you. When your Reiki session is complete, you’ll likely feel like you’ve just awoken from a full night’s sleep feeling energized, yet relaxed.

Question 5

What it Treats

Accepted Answer

Anybody can receive Reiki therapy! Some uses include:

Relaxation
Pain management
Anxiety
Depression
Touch deprivation
Heightened intuition
Improves digestion
Improves sleep
Connection to the deeper self/self-awareness

Question 6

What is your cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

White Willow Massage Therapy enforces a cancellation policy. We ask that you respect our time just as we respect yours. In the event of cancellation, we require 24-hour notice. Without proper notice, therapist reserves the right to charge a 40% cancellation fee. Therapist will assume that client is a no-show if the client is more than 15 minutes late, in which case a 100% no-show fee will apply so that we can pay our therapists for their time.

Question 7

Is massage right for me?

Accepted Answer

Chances are, yes! However, massage is not suitable for some medical conditions such as acute inflammatory conditions including lymphedema, fever or contagious illness, and blood clot disorders, to name a few. If you're uncertain if massage is safe for you, please contact your primary care provider.

Question 8

Do I have to undress completely?

Accepted Answer

You should always feel comfortable during your massage. After a brief intake, your therapist will leave the room to allow you to undress to your comfort level. White Willow Massage Therapy practices conservative draping, ensuring that you'll never feel exposed. We will only uncover the area of your body that we're working on. Some clients are comfortable being completely undressed while others prefer to leave on undergarments. Some clients will be more comfortable with some articles of clothing on. Any of these options are completely acceptable.

Question 9

Does deep tissue massage hurt?

Accepted Answer

The short answer is no. However, your deep tissue massage may feel intense at times. If you're ever feeling pain, you should let your therapist know immediately and she will adjust the pressure to your comfort. Remember that your nerve endings are your own and we can't feel your feelings.

Question 10

Should I tip my massage therapist?

Accepted Answer

Sure! While tips aren't mandatory by any means, they are appreciated. Massage is an important part of your wellness routine. If finances are an issue, do not feel obligated to tip.

Question 11

How should I expect to feel after a massage? What about aftercare?

Accepted Answer

After your massage, you should feel relaxed, physically, energetically, and emotionally. You may feel invigorated, sleepy, or hungry. We recommend that you drink plenty of water, eat healthy food, and get plenty of rest. If you feel sore the next day, let your massage therapist know and she will adjust the massage pressure accordingly.

Question 12

How often should I have a massage?

Accepted Answer

Every body is different. Some clients see us weekly, while others come in every six weeks. For regular maintenance, just like changing the oil in your car, we recommend at least one massage per month to keep your mind and body healthy and happy.

Question 13

Are you located downtown? what about parking?

Accepted Answer

We are located dowtown, but just barely. You can find us easily from New Circle Road at either the Richmond Road exit or Winchester Road exit. We have a parking lot directly behind our office, so you won't have to worry about finding a spot on the street.

Question 14

How do I cancel or reschedule my appointment?

Accepted Answer

If you need to cancel or reschedule, you may do so from the appointment confirmation email you received upon booking your appointment. If you lost the email, no worries, just give us a call at (859) 687-7010.

Question 15

What is your cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

White Willow Massage Therapy enforces a cancellation policy. We ask that you respect our time just as we respect yours. In the event of cancellation, we require 24-hour notice. Without proper notice, therapist reserves the right to charge a 50% cancellation fee. Therapist will assume that client is a no-show if the client is more than 15 minutes late, in which case a 100% no-show fee will apply.

Question 16

Is massage right for me?

Accepted Answer

Chances are, yes! However, massage is not suitable for some medical conditions such as acute inflammatory conditions including lymphedema, fever or contagious illness, and blood clot disorders, to name a few. If you're uncertain if massage is safe for you, please contact your primary care provider.

Question 17

Do I have to undress completely?

Accepted Answer

You should always feel comfortable during your massage. After a brief intake, your therapist will leave the room to allow you to undress to your comfort level. White Willow Massage Therapy practices conservative draping, ensuring that you'll never feel exposed. We will only uncover the area of your body that we're working on. Some clients are comfortable being completely undressed while others prefer to leave on undergarments. Some clients will be more comfortable with some articles of clothing on. Any of these options are completely acceptable.

Question 18

Does deep tissue massage hurt?

Accepted Answer

The short answer is no. However, your deep tissue massage may feel intense at times. If you're ever feeling pain, you should let your therapist know immediately and she will adjust the pressure to your comfort. Remember that your nerve endings are your own and we can't feel your feelings.

Question 19

Should I tip my massage therapist?

Accepted Answer

Sure! While tips aren't mandatory by any means, they are appreciated. Massage is an important part of your wellness routine. If finances are an issue, do not feel obligated to tip.

Question 20

How should I expect to feel after a massage? What about aftercare?

Accepted Answer

After your massage, you should feel relaxed, physically, energetically, and emotionally. You may feel invigorated, sleepy, or hungry. We recommend that you drink plenty of water, eat healthy food, and get plenty of rest. If you feel sore the next day, let your massage therapist know and she will adjust the massage pressure accordingly.

Question 21

How often should I have a massage?

Accepted Answer

Every body is different. Some clients see us weekly, while others come in every six weeks. For regular maintenance, just like changing the oil in your car, we recommend at least one massage per month to keep your mind and body healthy and happy.

Question 22

Are you located downtown? what about parking?

Accepted Answer

We are located dowtown, but just barely. You can find us easily from New Circle Road at either the Richmond Road exit or Winchester Road exit. We have a parking lot directly behind our office, so you won't have to worry about finding a spot on the street.

Question 23

How do I cancel or reschedule my appointment?

Accepted Answer

If you need to cancel or reschedule, you may do so from the appointment confirmation email you received upon booking your appointment. If you lost the email, no worries, please email us whitewillowlex@gmail.com

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