Q. Who is Healing Lotus Therapy?
A. Healing Lotus Therapy is licensed in the state of California and is Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. Healing Lotus Therapy is a member of The American Massage Therapy Association and has partnered with BeautyByAnysia.com
Q. Is parking available near your studio?
A. Yes, there is a parking lot in the back of the building, as well as street parking in the front.
Q. How do I access your studio?
A. Please use the front entrance of the building. Through the front door, you will find my suite at the end of the hall, on your left - Suite #C.
Q. Is there a waiting room that I can wait in before my appointment?
A. Yes. After entering through the front door of Suite #C, you will find the waiting room on the 1st door on the right. There are plenty of magazines to read, refreshments, as well as a flatscreen tv with cable.
Q. Can I bring my children?
A. Yes, you may bring your children, however, children must remain in the waiting room at all times, unless specified otherwise. Children's DVD movies and coloring books are available.
Q. What is your cancellation policy?
A. Please give a 12-24 hour notice before your appointment for any cancelations, after 3 rescheduled appointments you will only be allowed to make same-day appointments.
Q. What happens If I'm late to my appointment?
A. If you are more than 15 min late for your appointment and I'm unable to accommodate you, we'll have to reschedule your appointment.
Q. Can I find you on Yelp?
A. Yes. Click here for my Yelp page.
Q. Do you currently have any specials or promotions on products or services at this time?
A. Yes, all year long! Inquire within for details or visit my shop online.
Q. I've never had a massage... why would I need one?
A. There are as many different types of massage options as there are benefits of the human touch. Healing Lotus Therapy goes beyond your average massage therapist... by helping relax your body, while calming your mind.
Q. How do you know if you need a massage?
A. If you are experiencing any pain or discomfort, professionally training, can’t sleep, continuously stressed, or suffer from headaches... massage therapy is the answer.
Q. Will any of your massage techniques hurt?
A. The pain threshold varies from person-to-person, as well as the results you are trying to achieve. The most effective and deepest massage will always work with your body’s natural response... not against it. Aligning your mind, body and soul may come with slight discomfort at first.
Q. When should I not receive a massage?
A. It's always smart to talk with your doctor if you have any conditions that may impact your ability to receive a massage of any type.
Q. What is a muscle knot?
A. Muscle knots are points within a muscle where contracted fibers are unable to release. The most common reason these are formed are by simple accidents, perhaps trauma, stress, or possibly overstimulation of muscles (working out).
Q. How often should I get a massage?
A. Once a month, minimum.
Q. How do you know which massage is best for you?
A. Call for a consultation. Everyones lifestyles vary. Sitting idle for long periods of time, lifting heavy weights for work or to accumulate body mass... or standing, walking or jogging for long periods of time can each place a unique strain on our bodies. Repetitive motion, forgetting to stretch before a work out or even pushing our bodies to the limit... our bodies and mind need maintenance and Healing Lotus Therapy can help.
Q. What is Aromatherapy?
A. Aromatherapy is an aged art and science. For over 3500 years, history has recored the use of civilizations using oils extracted from aromatic plants and herbs to enhance health, imagination, emotional well being and beauty. Breathe in the goodness!
Q. What is an Essential Oil?
A. A natural oil typically obtained by distillation and having the characteristic fragrance of the plant or other source from which it is extracted. It is used with an air diffuser (aromatherapy machine).
Q. How do I know what essential oil to choose from?
A. Certain essential oils can trigger physical or emotional effects while others are blended to achieve a desired physiological effect.
Q. Can you receive a massage if your pregnant?
A. Yes, only by a certified massage therapist.
Q. How soon can you start receiving prenatal massage?
A. Prenatal massage is recommended throughout the pregnancy because it addresses many common discomforts associated with the skeletal and circulatory changes brought on by hormone shifts.