About My Studio
A strange set of circumstances has led to me living alone for the first time in my life. I found a beautiful apartment upstairs in a lovely old house in central Norman and soon discovered that it was more space than I needed for myself and my two adorable kitty-cats. Yes, two beautiful white cats grace my home. Fresh linens are always used, so the massage table should be pretty free of cat hair, but they definitely spend a lot of time in the space. If you are allergic, or if you are unable to navigate stairs, let me know and we'll talk about a housecall.
Just after moving in and beginning to get settled, I injured my back lifting a box. The time off work gave me a lot of opportunity to reconsider things. Though I've been simplifying my life and making it more sustainable for years, I realized there was still a lot more to do. I'd always thought moving my studio into my home would be simpler and more sustainable, and now it could really work for the first time since I became a therapist.
The studio room is painted in lovely soothing blues and purples, with hardwood floors, artwork on the walls and sunny yellow curtains at the windows, which are usually open to catch the breeze in warmer weather. It does get warm in here during the summer - I keep plenty of cool water on hand, though, and fans help move the cool air from the air conditioner or windows around nicely. A comfortable futon and a couple of chairs provide seating. A padded massage table or a thick floor pad are used for most bodywork sessions. Cushions and bolsters are plentiful for supporting bodies in the most beneficial positions.
When I use oils, they are all-natural, organic, nut-free, and formulated to wash out of fabrics easily. I don't routinely use aromatherapy or other scents, and request that clients try to avoid wearing scents - both natural and artificial - to their treatment sessions, as I am quite sensitive to many scents. Aromatherapy may be used in situations where it is indicated for the client's needs or if the client requests it.
