Briella Ballentine, Loira

My services are ideal for the overworked and understimulated, for those curious to explore a state of relaxation, where you are both awake and aware, and for those who have not received good touch in such a long, long time for whatever reason.

Now there are many types of massage and therapeutic bodywork. My own practice consists of a series of consciously delivered techniques inspired by Swedish massage and myo-fascial work combined with my own intuitive understandings of the body, mindful meditation, and principles of Taoism. This work, far from benign or simply a means to an end, is meant to wake up your awareness and your tissues. It is also meant to feel safe, supportive and present. Neither too hard or too soft for your liking, it can lull you into a bodily  space floating between deep relaxation and deep vibrancy. You may want to reside there forever.