“It was like a very, very, very, very, very good dance,” a client once said to Alison, getting off of the table.
Testimonials
“Alison possesses superb skills as well as a strongly felt embodied presence and clarity of intention. We’re talking rock solid here. She is one of those (in my experience) rare therapists who is not afraid to take you to that deep edge where it ‘hurts so good’ and where lasting change occurs. If you want to travel beyond the mediocrity of a ‘feel-good massage’ and enter the zone where the real work gets done, trust Alison to be your guide.”
“I have had many massages by many good therapists and Michael is one of the best. He listens and communicates well. He is present, intuitive, and very attentive to how my body is responding, offering just the right amount of pressure whether deep tissue or a relaxing touch. I highly recommend Michael for a professional massage that is both therapeutic and relaxing.”
“Receiving massage from Alison is such a treat. Her touch and presence is nurturing and the experience leaves me feeling special and cared for. Her ability to attend to what is going on with her broad skill set, makes each session unique. Sometimes we do cupping, scrapping or gentle manipulations. Her intuitive sense of what the body is needing has helped me bounce back overnight from locked up shoulders and stiff neck. The sessions are healing for me on many levels.”
“I just had a wonderful massage with Alison. I highly recommend her as a massage therapist. I was having a lot of pain and difficulties with my shoulders and she knew exactly which muscles to work on to release my tightness. I know that Alison is committed to continually learning more about the body and wellness and she brings all that wisdom into her practice. I liked my massage so much that I decided to get a pack of 3! Give a gift to yourself and get a massage from Alison!”
“I feel very cared for in the hands of Michael! He is such a wonderful, intuitive massage therapist and healer. The positive effects of our sessions have been long lasting both physically and energetically for me — reducing muscle tension and also restoring the balance of my nervous system. Highly recommend!”
“After one session with Alison, I feel ten years younger.”
“Alison does great work! She has a very gentle touch, yet goes deep. I was able to release such tension with such little pressure. She really knows the body. She has a lovely energy and provides a beautiful safe place to work in. Due to the space that she holds I really could let the tension and the pent up emotions go. She truly listens to the body an moves a lot of energy. It was a great experience and I will definitely be going back. Thank you Alison.”
“I was very thankful that Michael could have me last-minute. I was in such pain [before,] and when I left I felt so much better. Michael is a kind and calm person and explained what he was doing. He was using certain techniques that made my body release tension. Just know that he does effleurage initially to make your body relax but after he will use the technique of Myofascial release and other techniques. I highly recommend Michael for especially injury and pain relief.”
“Alison is a phenomenal message therapist with a healers touch. I would recommend Heart Waters Massage to anyone looking for a great massage therapist. I began rehabbing my back recently after blowing it out badly and in additional to other things I was doing to rehab my body I was looking for a good massage therapist to aid in the recovery process. My back muscles were tight and knotted up from compensating for my injury. In addition, my body was also tight and knotted from daily stress related to work and life which I’m sure helped contribute to it flaring up to begin with. I immediately booked a second massage after my first because because I felt such a release in my muscle tension, more importantly though, I felt much better mentally and emotionally after my massages. Alison has a healers energy who is clearly passionate about what she does. Thanks!”
“Michael gave me THE BEST NECK WORK I have ever received! This is definitely the area that gives me the most trouble and until now I have only dreamed of a therapist who would give this area the attention, detail, nuance, pressure, and intentional presence required to go deep into healing and relieving this area. Not only did he address my neck issues but he made sure to treat some underlying TMJ issues in my jaw that where contributing to my tension. As a massage therapist myself I have extensive experience with massage and body work both on the giving and the receiving end. Michael does phenomenal work! I was driving down to southern CA from Norther Washington and was dealing with incredible tension from a week of Kayaking, neck strain that was giving me nerve pain, and all of the discomforts of driving long hours. As someone who prefers a firmer pressure and slower deeper work I was thrilled to have found a therapist who could easily read my body’s response to his pressure- going deep where it needed it but always aware to make micro-adjustments on just the right spot so I could still relax into the pressure without discomfort. I would recommend him to both those that crave that deep “good pain” pressure, and those who are looking for more subtle work (you don’t need pain and pressure for an effective massage!). It is always refreshing for me to see a therapist who is passionate and curious about their work and who strives to continue in their development and education on effective techniques and new modalities. Michael is extremely knowledgable and is willing to educate you on his observations or inform you of ways to alleviate common issues -but he is also equally adept at knowing when you just want to bliss out quietly on the table. It’s a special gift to have the undivided attention of a skilled body worker who is focused and intentional in their work and curious enough to do some investigation and digging. Michael has excellent intuition about what muscles and areas need focus and he is effective in his use of the session time in addressing them. On top of that he is just a wonderful person who offers a very kind, gentle, and professional presence. I have known many women (and men) who are less comfortable with a male LMT. Whenever I come across an amazing male therapist that offers an incredible amount of professionalism and integrity in creating a comfortable, intentional, and nonintrusive presence for their clients I have to take a moment to recommend them to those who tend to choose only female LMTs. I will definitely be a returning client! p.s. The wellness center is absolutely STUNNING and a beautiful environment to have work done. Parking is plentiful and its easy to find. I came out of my massage on cloud 9.”
“Alison is an exceptionally intuitive body worker. She employs several modalities to address the needs of her clients, whether it be relaxation/rejuvenation or healing a specific injury. I find Alison to be very professional and conscientious, and often leave with a tidbit of spiritual wisdom to contemplate in addition to feeling generally refreshed.”
“I have enjoyed frequent massages throughout my life, and none better than those offered by Alison. I experienced Alison’s massages as a dances between my stuck and achy places and Alison inviting each of them into harmony with the rest of my being. Five stars from me!”
“As a bodyworker, I tend to be pretty picky when it comes to receiving massage. I have been to 3 or 4 different therapists in the area over the past few years, and have left each one feeling a bit underwhelmed... like I just didn’t get the work that I was hoping for. Imagine my relief to have found Alison’s healing hands!
I had my first session with her today, and even before the massage started, her warm and gentle presence helped me feel relaxed and at ease. During the session, her attention to detail- be it the incredibly thorough intake; her use of heat and essential oils; or the slow attentive nature of her strokes- helped to create a safe and healing space, where my needs were addressed with nurturing care. She did some great work on my recently re-injured knee, and found tons of trigger points and tight spots in various other muscles, which she worked on with a wonderful mix of strokes, and passive stretching and movement. In addition the great technique, Alison also brought deep intuitive presence to her work- I experienced many moments where I was thinking about asking her to do something different, and before I was able to say anything, she was already making the change I had been wanting! Being able to tune in to another body like that is a very special healing skill, and it made me feel as if I were being fully heard on every level- physically, mentally, and energetically. I left the session feeling balanced and relaxed. I would highly recommend Alison to anyone in search of soul satisfying bodywork.
Thank you again for blessing me with the gift of healing massage, Alison! I look forward to our next session :)”
“My massage with Michael was amazing! The space he holds is very safe, present, and deeply nourishing. I received a lot of insight around my injures and some really useful reflections on what my body was speaking to him as he worked on me. I would highly recommend Michael to anyone with body trauma or complex injuries. 5 stars!”
“While I was pregnant Alison gave me several amazing massages. Even though she does not specifically specialize in prenatal massage she has an incredibly intuitive sense of touch. She pays deep attention to every stroke and continually listens to the feedback my body gives her. I left every session floating on air and feeling so grateful to have such a talented bodyworker in the area.”
“Wow! Yes! Reserve a massage with Alison. I felt so welcomed throughout the entire experience. Alison creates a warm and inviting environment. I felt very comfortable. Alison is really good at asking you what you want and listening when you respond. Alison really knows how to use the various modalities of massage and bodywork to relax and heal.”