Massage Therapists in Washington, DC
My passion is using Eastern healing methods to enhance my clients' well-being. I was introduced to shiatsu as a college student in Tokyo while training Shotokan Karate at International Christian University. I experienced first hand how shiatsu improves flexibility, speeds recovery time and enhances performance. I studied shiatsu at the Ohashi Institute in NY, where I received my certification in 1994 and then opened my practice. My interest in Asian philosophy, language and culture underlies my shiatsu practice. It enables me to fully use my skills and knowledge to help clients heal, relax, and achieve healthier, happier lives.
My passion is using Eastern healing methods to enhance my clients' well-being. I was introduced to shiatsu as a college student in Tokyo while training Shotokan Karate at International Christian University. I experienced first hand how shiatsu improves flexibility, speeds recovery time and enhances performance. I studied shiatsu at the Ohashi Institute in NY, where I received my certification in 1994 and then opened my practice. My interest in Asian philosophy, language and culture underlies my shiatsu practice. It enables me to fully use my skills and knowledge to help clients heal, relax, and achieve healthier, happier lives.
Fredi inspires the mind-body-spirit with an inclusive therapeutic bodywork experience. The physiotherapy focuses on movement, posture, alignment, relaxation and self-awareness to restore physical and mental well-being. GuaSha, ShinTai, Cupping, Stretching, Myofascial Release are incorporated in your treatment and modify with a toolbox of useful techniques. Integrating Deep Tissue Massage, Hot Stones, Aromatherapy, Kinesio Taping, Positional Release, and your "Homework" reduce pain, help improve breath/circulation, increase flexibility, lower heart rate/stress levels, promote energy, activity and overall physical health.
Fredi inspires the mind-body-spirit with an inclusive therapeutic bodywork experience. The physiotherapy focuses on movement, posture, alignment, relaxation and self-awareness to restore physical and mental well-being. GuaSha, ShinTai, Cupping, Stretching, Myofascial Release are incorporated in your treatment and modify with a toolbox of useful techniques. Integrating Deep Tissue Massage, Hot Stones, Aromatherapy, Kinesio Taping, Positional Release, and your "Homework" reduce pain, help improve breath/circulation, increase flexibility, lower heart rate/stress levels, promote energy, activity and overall physical health.
Victoria Goldsten has been caring for the sick since 1973. Her first health care experience was in nursing at several local hospitals and health care facilities. She later studied and became certified in: Homeopathy, Reiki, Lymphatic Drainage, Chakra Balancing, Acupressure, and Hypnotherapy. She has a B.S. degree in Nursing and a Doctorate degree in Homeopathy. She is currently practicing as an Integrative Homeopath and Massage Therapist in the District of Columbia and Maryland. She is Licensed in Nursing and Massage by the State of Maryland and Washington, D.C. She is currently working as the Director and a practitioner at the Washington Institute.
Victoria Goldsten has been caring for the sick since 1973. Her first health care experience was in nursing at several local hospitals and health care facilities. She later studied and became certified in: Homeopathy, Reiki, Lymphatic Drainage, Chakra Balancing, Acupressure, and Hypnotherapy. She has a B.S. degree in Nursing and a Doctorate degree in Homeopathy. She is currently practicing as an Integrative Homeopath and Massage Therapist in the District of Columbia and Maryland. She is Licensed in Nursing and Massage by the State of Maryland and Washington, D.C. She is currently working as the Director and a practitioner at the Washington Institute.
Kesler Physical & Massage Therapy
Massage Therapist, MA, MS, MTh, PT
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20015
In pain? Did you recently hurt yourself or is an old injury back again? If you are interested in massage/manual therapies to help relieve your pain, and are looking for a practitioner with the expertise and skill your doctor recommends, and your insurance may cover, I am happy to help you. The care you'll receive is attentive,skilled,hands on, one on one care in a private setting. Patients with acute or chronic pain, muscle strains/sprains, neck/back pain, pinched nerves, painful shoulders, knees, women's health issues, headache/migraines, myofascial pain, fibromyalgia, TMJ, EhlersDanlos, may benefit.
In pain? Did you recently hurt yourself or is an old injury back again? If you are interested in massage/manual therapies to help relieve your pain, and are looking for a practitioner with the expertise and skill your doctor recommends, and your insurance may cover, I am happy to help you. The care you'll receive is attentive,skilled,hands on, one on one care in a private setting. Patients with acute or chronic pain, muscle strains/sprains, neck/back pain, pinched nerves, painful shoulders, knees, women's health issues, headache/migraines, myofascial pain, fibromyalgia, TMJ, EhlersDanlos, may benefit.
Jill Nelson BS, LMT, CLT is the sole proprietor of Integrative Therapies in Kensington.
Jill specializes in lymphatic drainage for the treatment of lymphedema, oncology massage for adult and pediatric patients, therapeutic massage and energy healing.
Jill has extensive experience working with clients diagnosed with lymphedema, providing lymphatic drainage to reduce swelling, compression bandaging and teaching clients how to successfully manage their lymphedema independently. In addition, she has considerable experience working with patients before and after surgery (joint replacements, plastic surgery, liposuction) using lymphatic drainage to reduce bruising, swelling and pain.
Jill Nelson BS, LMT, CLT is the sole proprietor of Integrative Therapies in Kensington.
Jill specializes in lymphatic drainage for the treatment of lymphedema, oncology massage for adult and pediatric patients, therapeutic massage and energy healing.
Jill has extensive experience working with clients diagnosed with lymphedema, providing lymphatic drainage to reduce swelling, compression bandaging and teaching clients how to successfully manage their lymphedema independently. In addition, she has considerable experience working with patients before and after surgery (joint replacements, plastic surgery, liposuction) using lymphatic drainage to reduce bruising, swelling and pain.
I offer an eclectic modality based approach to my Massage Therapy practice. Each patient is different and unique. I take great care to explore with each patient what technique is going to work best for them. I specialize in myofascial release which then usually leads to trigger point and deep tissue work followed by Active Isolated Stretching(AIS). I also use Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT)on a regular basis.I am also a certified Bowenwork Practitioner. Bowenwork is a point specific light touch therapy that enables the body to rebalance itself. I continue to be amazed by power of this method.
I offer an eclectic modality based approach to my Massage Therapy practice. Each patient is different and unique. I take great care to explore with each patient what technique is going to work best for them. I specialize in myofascial release which then usually leads to trigger point and deep tissue work followed by Active Isolated Stretching(AIS). I also use Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT)on a regular basis.I am also a certified Bowenwork Practitioner. Bowenwork is a point specific light touch therapy that enables the body to rebalance itself. I continue to be amazed by power of this method.
I launched my private practice in 1996. Since 2015 my continuing studies encompass on-going exploration in advanced anatomy & physiology through Kinections, Inc. (Sacramento CA) & Bay Grass Institute (Lutherville MD). This has allows me to combine the various modalities I'm trained & certified in to what I call Integrative Somatic Therapy. These studies are based on the most current research & practices so that I can always provide the best level of soft tissue treatments.
I launched my private practice in 1996. Since 2015 my continuing studies encompass on-going exploration in advanced anatomy & physiology through Kinections, Inc. (Sacramento CA) & Bay Grass Institute (Lutherville MD). This has allows me to combine the various modalities I'm trained & certified in to what I call Integrative Somatic Therapy. These studies are based on the most current research & practices so that I can always provide the best level of soft tissue treatments.
Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy of Maryland
Massage Therapist, CMTPT, LMT
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20016
Myofascial Trigger Point Cold Laser Therapy is not relaxing massage! It is serious and effective western medicine for people who are tired of living with pain, who need to function better in order to live and work, who want to avoid surgery or are not recovering sufficiently from an injury. One of the fastest and most effective treatments for pain relief available, it is medically indicated for headache, frozen shoulder, neck, back, hip and knee pain, sciatica, TMJD, carpal tunnel, fibromyalgia - any pain with a muscular component.
Myofascial Trigger Point Cold Laser Therapy is not relaxing massage! It is serious and effective western medicine for people who are tired of living with pain, who need to function better in order to live and work, who want to avoid surgery or are not recovering sufficiently from an injury. One of the fastest and most effective treatments for pain relief available, it is medically indicated for headache, frozen shoulder, neck, back, hip and knee pain, sciatica, TMJD, carpal tunnel, fibromyalgia - any pain with a muscular component.
Who can practice massage in Washington?
Most states have licensing requirements that must be met before a practitioner (a 'masseuse' or 'masseur') can use the title 'Massage Therapist', and some states require a license to practice any form of massage. Licensed Massage Therapists in Washington have obtained the highest level of authentication. They must complete academic coursework in anatomy and physiology, as well as on the application of massage and bodywork, business and ethics, and specialized massage techniques. The Washington LMT must then pass a certification exam.
What are the benefits of Washington massage?
Clients use massage in Washington because it relieves pain from muscle aches and sprains, muscle injuries and other causes of pain. It reduces stress and helps clients relax, and can decrease feelings of anxiety and depression by stimulating the release of endorphins and serotonin. Massage therapy in Washington can help prevent fibrosis or scar tissue, increase the flow of lymph, and improve sleep. Washington massage therapy can help rehabilitate sports injuries.
How does massage work?
Massage involves working and acting on the body using pressure from the hands, fingers, elbows, knees, forearm, or feet of the massage therapist. The Washington massage therapist focuses on muscles, tendons, ligaments, myofacia, skin, joints, or other connective tissue, as well as lymphatic vessels, or organs of the gastrointestinal system.