Not at all. Although some practitioners use techniques that are more intense (gua sha, muscle scraping, trigger point), we can achieve results using normal and even very light pressure. ALWAYS feedback with your therapist on your preferred pressure, and visit someone that respects your preferences.

Even if you wanted a session while wearing your clothes, there are wonderful techniques that can help you. Bowen Therapy, VOILA Method, stretching. We've seen great improvements in flexibility, and reductions in pain with these methods.

If your session involves using oil on the skin, we always tell clients to "undress to your level of comfort." Many clients choose to undress completely and others choose to leave on their underwear. Either way, please be assured that you will be draped for privacy and warmth throughout your treatment.

That can vary. It depends on a number of factors. How long have you had this issue, other solutions that you are trying (stretching, yoga, PT). Is the cause of the issue ongoing (old couch, poor ergonomics at work, sleep habits). Are you willing to continue healthier habits at home, including stretching and posture? We are putting our time and effort into your recovery, and expect you to do the same!

Our therapist has worked in high end spas, giving nurturing, relaxing massages. That is certainly available. Even in the spas, people frequently complain about chronic issues. That is where the experience, intuition, and communication of the therapist can shine. Melt Massage concentrates on getting to the core of the problem, instead of putting a bandaid on the symptom. Let's get you into a better "everyday quality of life," instead of just relaxing you for an hour. We specialize in chronic pain relief. If you need just a relaxing hour, that's available. And so is relaxing you for the next 2 weeks by increasing your flexibility, while decreasing your chronic pain!

Most of our clients opt for in-house treatments. Your therapist will bring all the necessary materials (professional massage table, individual draping sheets, organic oils, music). Many of our clients already have a massage table, or buy one so it's easier for them to be ready.

Multiple clients in one visit? Well, not more than one person at a time! It's best to coordinate with us, and book multiple sessions if you will be having company or family that also want massage therapy. We sometimes can bring a 2nd therapist for couples massage.