We all deserve to experience joy and freedom in our bodies.
Working Together
My goal is to work with clients who would like to participate in their process of healing, wellbeing, and reducing symptoms associated with pain or stress be it physical or mental. Each session aims to meet clients’ specific needs each visit, whether it be stress relief, pain management, injury prevention and recovery, or the desire for more body awareness and comfort. I aim to tap into the rhythm and energy of what your body seeks. Sessions are fluid. I look forward to building a continual therapeutic relationship with my clients.
AlI bodies are welcome and deserve therapeutic touch. Attentive and grounding bodywork can assist us into our bodies if we have a tendency to be disconnected, untrusting, or averse to touch or our own bodies. I encourage clients to remain curious about the sensations in their bodies during the session, which can make awareness easier during daily life.
While massage may (and should) feel luxurious, it is important to me that we as a society move beyond the notion that it is extravagant. Bodywork provides the opportunity to experience comfort, ease, and hopefully joy in our bodies.
Background
I graduated from the fabulous Asheville School of Massage and Yoga in March 2016 and have continued my education in cranial sacral therapy and additional therapeutic pain relief techniques. My foundational experience comes from a Swedish massage training at the Harbin School of Healing Arts in Northern California in 2014. Informally, I’ve been giving and receiving bodywork my whole life- gravitating towards shoulders-in-need ever since I was young.
I am trained in advanced cranial sacral therapy through intensive courses with my teacher, Phyllis Velez at the Asheville School of Massage and Yoga in 2016 -17. Practicing since 1993, Phyllis first trained at the Upledger Institute and now teaches her own holistic approach. One of my recent trainings in CST for babies and infants was with Lori Hendrickson.
In 2018, I began studying Watsu, a gentle and profound form of aquatic bodywork. Feel free to inquire more about this although at this time I am not practicing. If you know of any warm (body temp) indoor pools in western MA or southern VT, I’d love to know!
I am licensed and insured in MA (13883). I reside in the hills of western Massachusetts.
Client Testimonials
“I have had many different types of body work for chronic pain from trigger point therapy, rolfing, reiki, chiropractic to massage. Emily is the best integrative body work professional I have experienced. She is able to pinpoint my trouble areas and use her uncanny intuition to get straight to the source of my pain. Her work is never exactly the same as she uses different methods based upon her knowledge of my problem areas. I have received regular body work from Emily for the past 7 months and each time I walk away feeling refreshed, revived and knowing that her work is an integral part of my overall health.” – Betty S.
“One of the best things I’ve done for my own health and stress-relief is commit to regular massages with Emily. She has a calm and comforting demeanor and takes the time to check in before every session so she knows just what I need. She has the strength to give firm pressure if needed but always checks in to be sure its not too much. She’s helped me through work-related pain, recovery from surgery, chronic issues with my neck and back, and overall stress-management. I make a point to rebook at every session as a commitment to my own well-being and I’m so glad I do!” – C. T. “
As someone with Fibromyalgia and ME/CFS [Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/ Chronic Fatigue Syndrome], I never had much luck with massage therapy. Usually it just hurt too much. But then, I met Emily! Emily has a sixth, very empathic sense when it comes to bodies. Just as important, she is well trained and well versed in a variety of techniques. My pain is always different, but she is always able to adapt. Her stroke & touch sequences around my Fibro tender points are especially helpful. I have never had such consistent relief with massage. Now it’s a regular tool in my toolbox and is truly therapeutic.” -Patti F.
I have received a few massages from Emily and I feel I have made a lot of progress in my healing process through her touch. Emily shares a lot of care and intention in her massages. I also can feel her effort to be present and fully focused on the massage. This I feel creates a sacred container where magic can occur. So far she has been very receptive to what I want and my needs. I highly recommend her. – S.G.
Emily Luhrs Massage & Cranial Sacral Therapy 