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Hi, I'm April!
I am a licensed massage therapist and a certified manual lymphatic drainage therapist. With extensive knowledge on trauma informed care my goal is to deliver excellent results while always prioritizing clear communication, consent, and comfort.
I graduated from Whatcom Community College’s Massage program in Bellingham, WA, equipped with a diverse range of techniques, including but not limited to trigger point therapy, Swedish, deep tissue and pregnancy massage. In addition to these skills I also have a deep-seated passion for helping others achieve physical and emotional balance in their body and mind.
When I'm not working with clients, I enjoy trail running, exploring rivers, playing with my nieces and nephew, watching a movie series or finding a new walking path to explore. I love a good rainstorm!
My business is queer, trans and fat affirming. I want to prioritize accessibility in my space and am also constantly learning and growing in my practice to provide culturally and identity responsive care; confronting and undoing how bias, homophobia, transphobia, fatphobia, ableism and white supremacy show up in this work. I know not all body work spaces are safe or welcoming for all bodies and people, so if you want to find out more how that shows up in my space, click here.
Acknowledgment
I would like to acknowledge that my studio workspace rests on the ancestral homelands of the Coast Salish people, particularly the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe, Makah Tribe, the Quileute Tribe, and the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe.
I am on this land because of the forced removal of its traditional people by colonists and settlers. As a white person of european descent who is a guest/settler on this land, I would like to recognize the native communities in my region and offer gratitude for their past and continued stewardship of these lands.
As a practitioner of some Traditional Chinese Medicine modalities, I would also like to acknowledge the roots of what I practice.
I work to respect and honor the origins of the modalities I practice. I do this by continuing to learn, working to make bodywork accessible and bringing light to the origins of what I practice. I am continually learning and adjusting how I practice body work thanks to feedback I have received and will continue to receive.
NOW OFFERING
75 min sessions!
Services
Therapeutic Massage
A massage individualized to your needs, including relaxation, treatment, and/or focused bodywork as needed.
60 min - $90
75 min - $105
90 - $120
120 min - $160
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Using gentle manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) techniques, I jump-start your lymphatic system to reduce swelling and stagnation that causes things like scar tissue, pain, and discomfort. A great option for anyone recovering from all types of surgeries, from liposuction to gender-affirming surgery to knee replacements.
60 min - $90
75 min - $105
90 - $120
120 min - $160
Prenatal/Postpartum Massage
Enjoy the benefits of a pregnancy massage for you and your baby. Massage can increase circulation and oxygenation for both mom and baby, decrease stress hormones, and decrease aches and pains due to pregnancy. Massage postpartum, when ready, can also help with healing and hormonal re balancing.
60 min - $90
75 min - $105
90 - $120
120 min - $160
Testimonials
" I started seeing April for massages 2 years ago when I started my fertility journey. Her technique is intuitive and the result is a deep, nurturing, healing, relaxation. She's such a light on days when I feel stressed and defeated. My standard of massage therapy has been set by her."
"April has a special touch with the ability to lull you into relaxation while getting deeper into problem areas without discomfort. Her communication is on point, and she immediately puts you at ease."
"April is a wonderful massage therapist and very easy to communicate with. She listens to your needs and addresses them directly. I highly recommend her and look forward to my next appointment."