A Healing Haven

I've been going to Joy's for months to do somatic therapy. I've never felt better. Joy gives actionable, real, helpful exercises that I can do in my life to manage whatever symptoms or systems are blocking my way. During a visit, we discover what I need. We practice those exercises, whether it be a breathing exercise or journalling or a yoga pose or a new way of thinking, in office and then I can take them home where they make a huge difference. Her ability and license to flex between talk therapy, somatic therapy, massage work, and other modalities is also incredibly helpful as needs change week to week. Would recommend for anyone, especially those new to being in therapeutic spaces.

Over a series of sessions, Joy is helping me shift out of stress mode by fostering my own inner somatic resource. With her as a witness to my process we have unearthed long held beliefs, which has begun to dissolve persistent problematic behavior patterns. Gradually I’m shifting into more consistent self care and balance. Tending emotions, the body’s awareness and soul questions with Joy, I emerge from sessions feeling lighter, more grounded and clearer about making choices. Among my experiences is the gap between acceptance as an idea, and surrender as a spiritual path. - Catherine

Joy had created a space that embodies her presence of peace and hope for healing. I had an unbelievably positive experience that my body is still processing days later.

Joy is an extremely skilled and knowledgeable massage therapist. She is able to understand what may be at root of your pain or problem for your visit and does so in a warm and caring environment. I have seen multiple local massage therapists in the past, with mixed results. I must say that Joy is by far the best I have seen to date and feel fortunate to have found her. After my first visit I felt totally relaxed and had a wonderful night of sleep. I highly recommend Joy and look forward to my next massage.

My 5 day migraine attack resolved after just one session with Joy. I came in with excruciating and persistent pain and it lessened with her touch and treatment. The pain completely went away a short time after. Joy combined integrated bodywork with Somatic Experiencing, and gave me recommendations for how to maximize the benefit at home. She is a gifted healer. I wish I lived closer so I could schedule regular appointments but I’ll just look forward to the next time I’m in the area. I’m incredibly grateful to Joy for helping the unbearable migraine attack come to an end.

25 years, and still the only person I will let work on me, given the choice. My profession requires high amounts of dexterity, strength, and constitution, and I entrust that only to you, because you have been the only one to make it totally manageable. Questions answered, aches and pains dealt with (at their true sources), and I'm ready for what ever life has to throw at me again. I'm super grateful for the time and dedication you put into your craft. It's amazing!

Joy was intuitive, graceful and patient during our somatic experiencing session. She brought a lot of knowledge and understanding to the way my nervous system has been operating. The techniques she taught me to use when I am overwhelmed has been transformative!