indian head massage: try this relaxing and rejuvenating treatment style
The art of Indian Head Massage has been practiced for 1000's of years, and originated from Ayurveda, the ancient Indian System of medicine. This Sanskrit word Shirodhara comes from the two words "shiro" (head) and "dhara" (flow). The Ayurvedic approach to health is the balance of the body, mind and spirit and the overall promotion of a long life.
It is an experience of total relaxation that focuses on the face, head, neck, shoulders, upper back and arms which are important energy centers within the body. This type of treatment is very relaxing and has a balancing effect on the recipient as it helps them to release stress and tension, creating a sense of peace and well-being. There is a comforting warmed oil used for most portions of the treatment (Jojoba oil is well known for nourishing & hydrating hair and skin benefits) which is standard for this type of treatment, but this oil addition can be modified as needed / requested.
Anna Onofrey
Indian Head Massage Practitioner
Anna is a trained massage therapist from Ukraine and has over 8 years of experience working in a medical massage setting, a spa setting, as well as the medical field. She attended medical school from 2002-2008 in General Medicine at V.N.Karazin Kharkiv National University. From 2008 to 2010 she completed her residency in Anesthesiology and Intensive care. Anna is also a certified fitness coach since 2006 with the Kharkiv Sport Academy. She has a great passion for exploring all techniques within the massage scope worldwide, and in addition to learning Indian Head techniques, she loves practicing the art of ancient Slavic massage, yoga-massage and facial massage techniques. Her philosophy and trained approach is evident in her belief that no one part of the body is separate from the rest; absolutely everything in our bodies and sensations are connected to our greater whole. She enjoys creating a calm and sacred space for her clients to let go of tension, be rejuvenated and enjoy their treatment. Anna is originally from Kyiv, Ukraine and is currently living in Ottawa with her daughter, husband and mother and exploring all our city has to offer. (check out her new clinic hours on Weekday Evenings and Saturdays) Welcome Anna!
