Erica specializes in Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD), Integrative Massage Therapy, and Prenatal and Postpartum Massage. MLD is a gentle, rhythmic soft-tissue mobilization that can promote relaxation, ‌strengthen immunity, and detox the body from toxins. There are some contraindications, but almost everyone can receive MLD and benefit. Additionally, MLD can help relieve conditions like edema, inflammation, migraines, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, recovery from surgery, tinnitus, and more. Erica is a Klose Certified Manual Lymph Drainage Therapist (CMLDT). Please note, a CMLDT can support mild lymphedema or lymphedema in management stages only. Erica also has a 1025-hour CMT from The Rocky Mountain Institute of Healing Arts, a certificate which includes training in Neuromuscular and Shiatsu. During a massage session, whole body connections and an intuitive flow guide a nurturing massage customized for you. Based on nearly twenty years of experience, Erica believes that relaxation is a foundational element of healing. Relaxation reduces tension, pain, and stress while improving mood, sleep, digestion, and more. Erica’s massages are a yummy and holistic response to your specific body and requests. Lymph and massage techniques can both be included in your session. For example, a postpartum massage can include MLD breast treatments that can reduce soreness associated with breastfeeding or weaning. A mother, gardener, and poet, Erica’s continuing education includes Embody, a 24-hour exploration of the anatomical nervous system, numerous energetic techniques including Reiki One, and craniosacral therapy, which she will formally study with Berkana Institute this April.