Intention Wellness at SUN Therapy Services
Shannon Smith, LMT, RMT, MS, MLD-C
Shannon graduated from the New York College of Health Professions and earned her NYS Massage Therapy license in 2000. She has worked with clients in spas, medical offices, and home settings. Her passion is teaching her clientele ways to reduce physical pain and stress. She has taught workshops on infant massage, couples massage, ergonomics, and stress management. In 2004, Shannon earned her Reiki Master-Teacher certification. The addition of energy work to her massage practice benefited her clients and extended her reach within the community, leading healing circles in multiple locations and certification classes for others in Reiki. In 2017, Shannon graduated from Excelsior University with a master’s degree in Health Science focusing on Health and Wellness. She has developed individual wellness programs and created corporate wellness missions. Shannon has continued her education with certifications in Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Pregnancy massage, Infant massage, medical massage, and orthopedic massage.
Alternative Therapy Services
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
This light touch uses Vodder Techniques to increase circulation, reduce inflammation, and bolster immunity. MLD is a specialized form of hands-on therapy that gently assists the lymphatic system in regulating the body’s fluid balance, blood circulation, and immune response. The lymphatic system’s network of vessels circulates lymph, a mixture of water, proteins, and waste products through lymph nodes that filter out the wastes before returning the fluid back into the blood. Lymph nodes are found throughout the body, with especially large collections in the neck, arm pits, and groin. These major collections of lymph nodes ensure that the lymph passes through as many nodes as possible before it returns to the circulatory system. During a lymphatic drainage session, light rhythmic movements, applied without oil, are performed to stimulate the lymphatic system which lies just below the surface of the skin, without compressing the vessels – allowing lymph to move through the tissues and lymph nodes. MLD is beneficial for anyone post surgery or trauma. It helps with edema, lymphadema, lipadema, or weakened immune systems.
Medical Massage
Medical massage targets specific areas and utilizes specialized training to release trigger points, adhesions, spasms, and stretch tight muscles. This specialized form of massage therapy focuses on treating specific medical conditions rather than relaxation. It involves thoroughly assessing the patient's needs and applying specific techniques to address the underlying issue. Medical massage aims to improve the patient's health and well-being by reducing pain and discomfort, increasing range of motion, improving circulation, reducing muscle tension, promoting healing and recovery, and addressing specific medical conditions.
Swedish Massage
Swedish massage is a light to medium-pressure whole-body massage that aims to relax tired muscles. It is a fabulous stress-buster and a needed step for many in self-care. Swedish massage increases circulation, lowers blood pressure, promotes relaxation, and reduces stress.
Reiki
Energy balancing, relaxation, and healing effects. Reiki is a type of energy healing that involves the practitioner placing their hands on or just above a person's body to channel universal life energy. This energy, known as "ki" or "life force energy," is believed to promote healing and relaxation. Reiki energy can help alleviate pain, reduce stress and anxiety, and improve overall well-being. Reiki is a centuries-old healing tradition that balances the energetic body. It is used in prestigious medical facilities to reduce the need for pain medications before and after surgeries and cancer treatments while speeding patient recovery.
Massage-Reiki Combo
Relax your mind and body. Indulge in a peaceful escape with a signature combination of Reiki Energy Healing and Swedish Massage. Reconnect your physical, mental, and energetic self in a one-hour session of bliss. Experience a deep sense of relaxation and rejuvenation today.
Meditation
Learn tools to manage your stress through meditation. By focusing on the present and letting go of all the stray thoughts and worries life throws at you can gain peace of mind. Through guided imagery, body progression, and breathwork you can take control of your mind-body connection while releasing the things that no longer help you. Learn how to reduce stress and maintain peace of mind through guided imagery, body progression, and breathwork.
Individualized classes, custom designed for your needs
Couples Massage- learn how to connect with your partner specific to their needs.
Infant Massage- perfect for expecting parents and new arrivals. Learn how to connect with your baby and help relieve sleepless nights and colic.
Personal Ergonomics- learn how to avoid muscle tension by retraining your posture and body mechanics.
Reiki - learn how to balance your energy and relieve stress through the practice of Reiki.
Coming Soon - Red Light Therapy- Enjoy the bonuses of full spectrum light without damaging UV! Regulate sleep, reduce inflammation, and increase focus.
Katie
“Shannon provided the best massage I’ve ever experienced. From start to finish, the session was incredibly relaxing and rejuvenating. Shannon’s skill and attention to detail were unmatched. She really took time and care in addressing the very specific needs I’m experiencing. As a busy mom of two, and having had bilateral breast reduction surgery 1.5 years ago, I don’t always realize how much pain I’m experiencing. I left feeling completely transformed, all the tension in my body having melted away, and even breathing better! I will definitely be coming back, and I highly recommend Shannon’s services to anyone looking for that special care we don’t generally give ourselves.”