Xander H
Fire Suite
2050 Breton Rd SE, Suite 109, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546
Xander graduated from The Academy of Alternative Healing Arts, finishing their Healing Massage program in 2023. He is always striving to create a safe and affirming environment for clients of all identities and body types. Xander is trained in the Chinese Tui na style massage and enjoys working with geriatric folks, individuals with chronic illness, and the queer/trans community. He also provides Swedish, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Hot Stone, Pre-Natal, Deep Tissue, and Couples Massage upon request.
Massage
Smooth stones are heated and then lubricated with oil or essential oils, the therapeutic effects of heat are used to relax muscles more deeply. Used as an extension of the therapist’s hands, the use of massage stones induces deep relaxation and provides a unique experience many find to be tremendously calming and centering.
Lymphatic Drainage
Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) is a type of gentle massage which is intended to encourage the natural drainage of the lymph, which carries waste products away from the tissues back toward the heart. Typically works well for those with swelling or with chronic illness, as well as people who are recently post-op (with clearance from their doctor). This style is very slow in pace, so if you'd like to work on all areas of the body then a 75 minute session minimum is recommended.