Alison J.
Velvre Embodied
815 Office Park Rd, Ste 3, West Des Moines, IA, 50265
Hi, I'm Alison. (She/her) Through the knowledge and relationships I've built as a massage therapist, I've opened myself up to a journey of self-discovery and healing. Massage therapy has been an important tool that I've utilized to become more present, strengthen my mind-body connection, regulate my nervous system, and learn how to listen to my body. It is an honor for me to able to help others do the same. I believe that self-love and a dedication to healing ourselves is one of the most radical things that we can do. It creates a ripple effect into the lives of everyone around us. By healing ourselves, we are healing the world. It is my mission to provide an inclusive, trauma-informed space of healing for every human. When I'm not practicing massage, I can often be found exploring nature with my dog/best friend Leo. My phone is full of pictures of mushrooms and moss, trees and shorelines. I am a person who stares at the stars often and in awe. Music is special to me, and I create playlists like they are the soundtrack to the movie of my life.
Whether you need to relax and reduce stress, or work on targeted problem areas for pain relief, this massage will be customized to your individual needs. Your massage therapist will discuss your goals and expectations to create a massage experience specifically for you. Techniques that may be utilized include myofascial release, deep tissue, trigger point therapy, lymphatic drainage, hot/cold stone therapy, cupping, and therapeutic touch.