Yes!! A Tip for a great service is always appreciated. Generally 10%, 15%, or 20% is appropriate. You will get a great massage with or without a tip though. Gratuity is not included in with the massage prices.

What are the benefits of a massage?Nearly everyone can benefit from a massage. You don’t have to be an athlete to appreciate the difference massage can make in your physical well-being. Many benefits include: increasing circulation, improving muscle tone, relieving stress and tension, and promoting natural healing. It is the ultimate in physical and mental relaxation.

The answer to this question can only be answered by you. What are your goals? Are you wanting to de-stress? work on an injury? are you sore? were you referred by a health care provider? Discuss the options with your massage therapist to find out what works best for you. Remember that consistency is key in getting the most out of your treatment sessions.

Muscle cramps can often be prevented by measures such as adequate hydration. If your body is low on water, the metabolic waste that is passed into the lymph system may attempt to resettle and give you that feeling of being sore or dizzy, or even leave you with a headache.

Lymph is tissue fluid that circulates throughout the lymphatic system and may pick up bacteria and bring it to the lymph nodes where they are destroyed. If this lymph cannot flow, then metabolic waste may settle in and cause not only soreness, but also some dizziness and nausea. How much water have you been drinking? Staying hydrated in key.

Massage therapist should always check in with you to make sure the right amount of pressure is given. However, if tight muscles need extra work, you may feel the effects of the bodywork the following day. This is called Delayed Onset of Muscle Soreness (DOMS). If you are sore, most times this goes away by day 2. Please make sure you come to your session hydrated.

Fascia is a connective tissue that runs throughout the body and surrounds all of the muscles and organs. If this fascia is hard, a “crunching” noise may be heard until it is softened and is able to be “worked” or “kneaded”. Softened fascia allows movement and less restriction of these muscles and organs.

Massages are not age-appropriate based. As long as the massage therapist checks in with you making sure you are comfortable and the right pressure is used throughout the session, any age can receive a massage. Always give your massage therapist any contraindications so he or she can stay within your health boundaries. However, if the client is an infant or toddler, please find a therapist who is certified to work with this age.

It is advised to get your Doctor’s permission to get a massage if you are pregnant. Many Doctors have recommended massages to expecting mothers knowing that their bodies goes through so many changes during this special time. Typically you should not make an appointment for the first trimester. All our therapists have prenatal massage training. Call us for details or to book your session.

There are some fragrances in creams and lotions that may cause a reaction on the skin. If this is the case, make sure you tell your massage therapist so they can use a water based lotion made especially for sensitive skin. The same goes for oil; if you are aware of a specific oil or scent that is harmful to your body, ask your therapist to use a carrier oil that is non-scented. Feel free to bring your own cream, oil, or lotion if this gives you peace of mind that you won’t have a reaction to something you are unfamiliar with.

Massages help to ease sore and tight muscles, you might not feel like working out or doing anything except relaxing after receiving bodywork. However, some may feel rejuvenated and ready to conquer the world. It is wise to listen to your body.

It is up to each individual to undress down to their comfort level. Some people take everything off while others leave their underclothes on. You will never be undraped or exposed in any way that makes you feel uncomfortable.

A massage is YOUR time and some people relax by talking while others just wish to stay quiet and reflect in silence. You decide as your massage therapist will follow your lead.

Yes! You can call or text us at 828-527-8051 to purchase a gift certificate and we will email you a copy or mail a hard copy.

I do not accept insurance. However, I do accept Health Savings Account (HSA) cards.

*Please remember that HSA/FSA cards cannot be used to purchase gift cards, massage packages, or any promotional discounts.

Healing Sense Massage understands that unanticipated events happen occasionally in everyone's life. It is the desire of Healing Sense Massage to be effective and fair to every client as well as the therapists. In order to achieve these desires, the following policy has been adopted: 24 hours Advanced Notice is required when cancelling an appointment. This allow the opportunity for someone else to schedule an appointment in that time slot. If you are unable to give 24 hours advance notice, barring emergencies, the fee of $75 will be charged. If you forget or consciously choose to forgo your appointment for whatever reason, attempt to cancel the day of your appointment, or at your appointment time, the full session fee will be due. Any fees will be due immediately and will hinder scheduling future appointments until paid. (Emergencies: sickness, death, injury, circumstances beyond your control).

By reading this, you understand that Healing Sense Massage/Malia K Johnson does not diagnose conditions, nor do they prescribe or perform medical treatment, prescribe substances, nor interfere with the treatment of a licensed medical professional. This is no way to be construed or substitute as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy of medical advice.

Please acknowledge that long term imbalances in the body sometimes require multiple sessions in order to facilitate the level of relaxation needed by the body to heal itself.

We offer a variety of convenient payment options to make your experience seamless. We accept the following forms of payment:

1. Credit Cards. We accept major credit cards such as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover.

2. Debit Cards: You can also use your debit card for secure transactions through Square.

3. Apple Pay: Easily pay with your Apple device through Apple Pay with our Square merchant device.

4. Cash

5. Venmo

   Rest assured that all transactions are encrypted and secure through our Square merchant system. If you have any questions regarding payment, feel free to email Malia at healingsensemassage22@gmail.com