In-Person Bodywork
Somatic Therapeutic Bodywork
Targeted therapeutic work designed to release tension, regulate the nervous system, and help your body stop carrying what it no longer needs to hold.
This isn't routine massage.
It's skilled bodywork that works with the nervous system — and helps you feel more open.
The Approach
Why This Work Is Different
You've likely learned how to push through stress.
Many of the clients I work with are strong, capable people who carry a lot of responsibility. Over time, that pressure shows up in the body. This can look like:
- Tight shoulders, back and hips
- Persistent pain
- Physical exhaustion
- Difficulty relaxing
- Irritability
- Insomnia
- Gastrointestinal issues
- Headaches
This work focuses on resetting the foundation.
When the nervous system regulates, muscles release more fully, breath deepens, and the body stops bracing against life.
Session Options
Choose Your Session
All sessions are customized based on what your body needs that day.
60
Focused therapeutic work for 1–3 targeted tension areas and nervous system support.
Ideal for targeted work and regular maintenance.
90
Allows more time for the body to settle and for deeper work to happen.
Ideal for people experiencing stress patterns or tension in multiple areas of the body.
120
Extended session for chronic tension patterns and full-body recalibration.
Ideal for those wanting a deeper full-body reset.
Is This For You?
Who This Work Is For
This work is especially supportive for those who:
You don't have to wait until things fall apart.
Sometimes the strongest thing you can do is reset the system before burnout forces it.
Client Experiences
What Clients Are Saying
From the minute I met Ruth, there was an immediate sense of comfort and care. She takes her time to really get to know her clients and their needs. Being an expert in massage and blending in the therapeutic benefits of essential oils, provides the most restorative and invigorating experience. Being the caring person she is, Ruth follows up often to see how you're doing, and helps you to continue to think about yourself care, and guides you to stay on top of your needs holistically. Working with Ruth doesn't just give you a top-of-class massage, it gives you healing and clearing for many physical and energetic needs, and a wonderful connection with someone I'm proud to call my friend. Thank you Ruth for all that you do!
Every athlete knows how important rest and recovery is. While I go to yoga regularly and foam roll at least once a week, nothing compares to Ruth. No exaggeration, she is the reason I was able to have the stellar racing season I did in 2019. Best hour (and money) spent every time. I am a forever client.
Over the last 8 years, I have had the extreme pleasure of being both a client and friend of Ruth's. Ruth is one of the most gifted masseuses I have ever worked with. I am someone who suffers from migraines, insomnia, chronic fatigue, and joint pain. One session with Ruth resets my body and gets me back to baseline. Simply put, I could not live my life without her! If you are looking for someone with gifted hands, an amazing technique, and a great personality, do yourself a favor and see Ruth. I promise it will change your life!
Your Session
What to Expect
If this is your first session, we will begin with a quick review of your intake form and short conversation about what your body has been experiencing.
During the session, I use therapeutic bodywork techniques and certified pure therapeutic grade essential oils designed to release tension and allow the nervous system to slow down.
Many clients notice their body gradually softening, systemic relaxation and potentially even falling asleep as the session continues.
Every session is guided by what your body needs that day.
Where We Work
Two Locations
I offer in-person bodywork in two spaces.
Esperance Health & Wellness
Focused therapeutic care and consistent bodywork support.
Rotterdam Studio
A quieter, more spacious environment ideal for longer sessions and deeper work.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Your Body Already Knows What It Needs
You don't have to understand the science or have the perfect words.
You just have to show up.