Reflexology is HERE!
Therapists
Katie (Meyer) Schimmel
Gained Elite Trainer status with ISSA after completing specialist programs in Exercise Therapy, Corrective Exercise and Transformational Behavior courses. She has studied BioMechanics Method, has Certification in Applied Functional Science and Functional Soft Tissue Transformation (Gray Institute). Katie is a gradua
Katie (Meyer) Schimmel
Gained Elite Trainer status with ISSA after completing specialist programs in Exercise Therapy, Corrective Exercise and Transformational Behavior courses. She has studied BioMechanics Method, has Certification in Applied Functional Science and Functional Soft Tissue Transformation (Gray Institute). Katie is a graduate of Northern Lights School of MassageTherapy (now known as CenterPoint) in Minneapolis, MN in 2001. Schooling included: Swedish, deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, Jin Shin Jyutsu (energy work), aromatherapy and yoga. I have continued my studies in the following: Medical Massage, Neuromuscular Cupping Therapy, Coaching The Body, Pregnancy Massage, Manual Lymph Drainage I (Chickley Institute), Active Isolated Stretching (Aaron Mattes), Geriatric Massage, Pilates Mat (Penny Crochiere), Ashiatsu (foot pressure massage), Oncology Massage (Tracy Walton & Associates).
I have worked with special needs clients; traveling to see these clients in their homes, hospitals, assisted living facilities and memory care facilities when individuals are not able to get transportation to my office (with an additional charge for the travel time and mileage.) I have worked around feeding tubes, ventilators, tracheotomies, colostomies and a variety of medical equipment. I perform massages with clients on massage tables, hospital beds, recliners and wheel chairs. Clients can be fully clothed to receive massage in hopes of decreasing the stress involved for clients who have a hard time dressing and undressing.
My intent is to help you become more aware of your body and gain better mobility. I believe in slowing down, decreasing stress and keeping movement in our lives.
Candace Lokken
Candace is a graduate of Northern Lights School of Massage Therapy (now Center Point) in Minneapolis, MN in 2001. While in school she learned Swedish, Integrative and deep tissue massage, along with SMMaRT techniques, Jin Shin Jyutsu, aromatherapy, and Yoga. After school she also had additional training in hot stone, active isolated stretching, Pilates, Ashiatsu and Cupping. Candace and Katie opened Sans Souci Massage in October, 2001, in downtown Eau Claire. In 2005 they acquired another massage business formerly know as Natural Healing Center, which became their new location in Altoona. Candace’s goal for her clients is to achieve optimum health. She does not believe that people should have to just “live” with daily pains and discomforts. She believes in living each day to its fullest, setting goals and being happy with what the universe has given us.
Brenda Boettcher
Inspired by natural therapeutic elements built on a foundation of traditional healing techniques, I graduated in 2001 from the PHD Academy in Eau Claire, WI; with a focus of Therapeutic Massage consisting of Swedish, Integrative, and Rehabilitative techniques based on theories of Western anatomy and physiology. I have since continued my journey furthering my education and awareness in techniques of Infant Massage; Specialized techniques for the face, scalp and neck; Precision Neuromuscular Therapy; Sports Massage; Myofascial Release (MFR); Prenatal Massage; Healing Stone Therapy and Medical Massage levels 2 & 3. It is my belief that Massage Therapy is a complimentary therapy, not an alternative. It's of tremendous benefit supporting the body's own healing responses. It is my intent to provide a quality of excellence in my care, integrating essential touch and its lifelong benefits through many levels of conceptual understanding, elegant awareness and heartfelt communication with the healing art of massage therapy for personal development and well-being.
Sarah Heinze
Sarah is a graduate of Northwestern Health Science University in Bloomington, MN in 2002. While in school she studied Swedish, Deep Tissue and Trigger Point Therapy. Sarah has since furthered her education in Prenatal, Hot Stone Therapy, Cupping Therapy and Hawaiian Lomi Lomi Massage. Sarah is dedicated to assisting clients in improved health and enhancing their well being through therapeutic touch.
Whitney Berg
Whitney is a Neuromuscular Cupping Specialist, performs deep tissue, site specific, hot stone, pregnancy and relaxation massages. She has a keen interest in helping people reach their health and healing goals. Using a holistic approach to her work, Whitney fully attends each client’s needs whether you’re in need of a therapeutic massage to help relieve any areas of pain or tension in your body or in need of a relaxing massage to help you unwind and detox from stress in your life.
Gabrielle Brilla
Gabrielle has a thriving interest in helping people heal through therapeutic massage. After graduating from PHD Academy in Eau Claire in 2021, Gabrielle worked in an outpatient physical therapy clinic where she gained knowledge and experience working on a variety of clients involving basic massage to those who have had injuries and post-surgery. While being privileged to work on an array of conditions she has helped clients to reach their individual goals. Gabrielle fully attends to each client’s needs with practiced skill. Whether you desire a deeply indulgent massage, work on long-term injuries and trauma or prenatal treatments she is able to meet you on your journey. Gabrielle is experienced in deep tissue techniques, Swedish and trigger-point therapy. Gabrielle aims to use massage as a safe option to treat chronic pain without the use of pharmaceutical medication.
Services
Massage
Integrative
Uses more specific strokes than Swedish and tends to be slower and deeper. This type of massage is directed specifically to the client’s needs with the ability to be more precise and address specific areas of muscles when needed.
Swedish
The goal of Swedish Massage is to melt away muscle tension and increase the blood flow to your heart. Swedish Massage is extremely therapeutic as it decreases muscle toxins, increases oxygen levels in the blood, and improves flexibility in the body.
Trigger Point
Uses concentrated finger pressure which is applied to painful irritated areas in muscles to break the pain/spasm cycle and promote normal function.
Hot Stone
Hot Stone Massage is paired with massage. Stones are heated and used with oils to sooth, warm, and massage your muscles. This allows your body to relax and release tension and stress.
Pregnancy
Designed specifically for the pregnant woman’s needs. Benefits of this massage include aiding the body in eliminating waste products which help to combat fatigue and increase energy. The pregnancy massage eases muscular cramping, tightness and tension, increases flexibility by relaxing the muscle. It also soothes anxiety related to the child birth experience.
Ashiatsu
Ashiatsu means “foot pressure”. It is an ancient art of massage from Asia. For Ashiatsu, the therapist will use clean, soft feet to apply deep, flowing strokes to the body. This massage is great for people that love a deep tissue massage. It can also be modified to accommodate the lightest of pressure.
Cupping (silicone cups)
Massage Cupping is a technique used to soften muscles, loosen adhesions and lift connective tissue, bring hydration and blood flow to body tissues and help open the lymphatic pathways. Cupping therapy is incredibly versatile and the basic movements can easily be customized to accomplish a wide variety of techniques.
Cupping is NOT for individuals with: liver or kidney disorders, blood clotting disorders or on any blood thinning medication, are at risk of heart attack or stroke. We also will NOT provide cupping if you are currently dealing with an infection, have broken bones or torn ligaments, have had surgery less than 6 weeks prior or if you are undergoing active cancer treatments. Cupping during pregnancy will only be done if you have been receiving regular cupping treatments prior to becoming pregnant and it is not a high-risk pregnancy. In the above cases, we can usually safely provide massage without cupping!
Reflexology
Reflexology is a type of massage that involves applying different amounts of pressure to the feet. It can be done to the hands and ears, but our therapists work with the feet. It’s based on a theory that these body parts are connected to certain organs and body systems.
- Reflexology may help to:
reduce stress and anxiety
reduce pain
lift mood
improve general well-being
boost their immune system
get over colds and bacterial infections
clear up sinus issues
recover from back problems
improve digestion
ease arthritis pain
Body Treatments
All body treatments can be add-ons to any massage service.
Salt Glow
This reviving treatment will purify and invigorate your skin. A scrub enriched with Dead Sea salts, hydrating oils and aromatherapy oils of your liking, followed by a cocoon of warm linens for a full body steam will complete this service.
Body Polish
In this revealing body treatment, your body is polished to translucency, removing dull and dead skin cells to unveil glowing radiance and leaves you relaxed and replenished. A sugar polish enriched with aromatherapy oils of your liking, followed by a cocoon of warm linens for a full body steam will complete this service.
Sweet Feet Pedissage
An absolutely revitalizing way to decrease aches and pains that will affect not just your feet, but your entire being. Your session will begin with a cup of tea and a foot soak in a blend of aromatic oils and all natural/organic softening agents before being scrubbed and buffed with a sugar polish. They are then soothed with a penetrating massage. Next a generous layer of soothing masque revives and replenishes while wrapped in warm towels as you relax into a healing neck and shoulder or hand and arm massage. 45-minute treatment