FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: DO I HAVE TO TAKE ALL MY CLOTHES OFF?
A: Nope! You only need to remove what you’re comfortable removing. While it is always easier to massage with no barriers, treatments such as myofascial therapy, Mitsuki-do, and peripheral joint mobilizers can be done while the client is fully clothed. You’ll also be under a sheet, and I’ll only uncover areas I’m working on as I come to them. If you wear a binder, you will not be required to remove it if you are more comfortable keeping it on. I can work around it.
Q: WHAT IS THE NORMAL AMOUNT TO TIP?
A: There is no expectation for you to tip, and there isn’t a ‘social norm’ amount. In case you want to leave a tip, there are several percentage options as well as a custom modifier on my Square terminal. Tips are appreciated, but not necessary or expected.
Q: WHY IS YOUR LOGO AN OCTOPUS?
A: One day, I was performing deep tissue massage on a client’s back, and they asked ‘How many arms do you HAVE?’, so an octopus seemed the logical (and locally thematic) choice.
Q: WILL MY TREATMENT HURT?
A: While massage therapy is not supposed to hurt, some discomfort may occur. Let me know if the discomfort becomes too much.
Q: DO I STILL NEED TO WEAR A MASK?
A: Yes. Both in the waiting area and in the massage room, a mask covering your nose and mouth is required. Thank you for your co-operation on this.
Q: DO YOU DO TMJ TREATMENTS?
Yes! There are myofascial, craniosacral, and Mitsuki-do modalities that I can use to relieve TMJ dysfunction pain and help restore normal jaw movement. Check my blog for more information!