Bianka Betances
- Prenatal massage for pregnancy comfort and support.
- Postpartum massage for recovery and tissue healing.
- Brazilian lymphatic drainage to reduce swelling and congestion.
- Swedish massage for relaxation and circulation improvement.
- Deep tissue massage for chronic muscle tension and pain relief.
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Luminae Wellness
264 Arlington Avenue, Berkeley, CA, 94707
Bianka Betances is a massage therapist and traditional birthworker with 10 years of experience in holistic care, herbalism, and bodywork. Bianka specializes in prenatal and postpartum support to help women navigate the changes and challenges of life’s transitions. She is skilled with the massage techniques of Brazilian Lymphatic Drainage, Swedish Massage, and Deep Tissue. Bianka’s approach is grounded in her ancestral roots, supporting your body’s natural healing abilities. It is her mission to provide thoughtful, nurturing care through bodywork, education, and traditional modalities, empowering you to feel supported in your journey to healing and wellness. Bianka’s work honors centuries of tradition from the Dominican Republic and Mexico. She became a full spectrum doula in 2016 through Shafia Monroe Full Spectrum Doula Training and has learned from several teachers since then. Her passion grew after becoming a mother in 2020, realizing how important it is to have community as a mother. She is dedicated to working with pregnant and postpartum women to support them physically, emotionally, and spiritually through bodywork, herbalism, and storytelling. It is her absolute pleasure to be a supportive sister and auntie to the women and mothers of the community.
Massage Therapy
Feel deep relaxation with a massage of gentle long strokes designed to soothe your body and mind. This tranquil massage enhances circulation, melts away tension, and fosters a sense of restorative rest.
Lymphatic Drainage
A gentle, rhythmic treatment designed to support the body’s natural detoxification process by stimulating the lymphatic system. This full body session includes the abdomen, limbs, face, and scalp to encourage fluid movement, reduce inflammation, and promote deep internal balance. Particularly supportive for postpartum recovery, hormonal balance, swelling, and overall immune health.