Self CARE BEGINS HERE.
Self CARE BEGINS HERE.
Our mission is to help you heal. We want you to leave your session feeling better, but our priority is your overall health.
Not familiar with the different types of massage? No problem! Come in for a consult today! We'll find out what works for you!
Just Beneath the Skin is located in the heart of Allen Park Michigan's business district, tucked away in Park Place Office Center on the East Side of Allen Road across from the drive-up Zeal bank and anchored by the Henry Ford Rehab facility.
Commonly referred to as "The Old Allen Park North Middle School."
The Suite (150) is located near the South Entrance of the Building, first door in the hallway. Our lobby is warm and inviting with complimentary hot tea and coloring books to help you to relax before your session. The office is equipped with a spacious handicap accessible restroom. Beautifully decorated to inspire both relaxation and some humor. Each therapist will model your massage experience to best suit your needs.
Our suite has three beautiful treatment rooms to inspire relaxation and healing. Each room has a nature theme, but customized to each therapist's style and favorite kitschy trinkets.
Our mission is to provide downriver MI with quality, expertly trained massage therapists to aid in stress relief, chronic pain, emotional relief, and a safe environment for all walks of people. We do not discriminate against any person in the human race and accept all with open arms. We will take on any challenge to help our clients quality of life.
***Just Beneath the Skin Orthopedic Massage Accepts VA insurance and PIP insurance (with proper referral), HSA cards, and FSA cards. Unfortunately, we can not accept any other form of insurance via Michigan law.
We also accept Cash, Debit, Credit Spafinder gift cards, SpaWeek giftcards.
Does that not work? We also have a company Venmo!***
Short Tour
Real Client Review-" The massage service Liz provided was amazing. I received a full boy orthopedic massage & she was able to massage my problem area & my whole body. I had a wonderful experience. I felt better upon leaving the office. Will definitely give her referrals & 5 stars."
Elizabeth(Liz Q) graduated from Irene's Myomassology In
Real Client Review-" The massage service Liz provided was amazing. I received a full boy orthopedic massage & she was able to massage my problem area & my whole body. I had a wonderful experience. I felt better upon leaving the office. Will definitely give her referrals & 5 stars."
Elizabeth(Liz Q) graduated from Irene's Myomassology Institute in 2007 learning and being trained by Irene herself. Was endorsed through testing by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork and a long-term member of AMTA. A Reiki Master and energy healer. Licensed through the state of Michigan, she has been a practicing LMT since 2007 working with every aspect of Massage from Infants to Elderly, Spa to medical massage. Elizabeth has spent time teaching massage at technical colleges in South-East Michigan and a registered VA care provider. Started JBTS in 2007 and expanded to include carefully selected employees. **Can only be booked for 90 min + therapeutic and orthopedic sessions. Not taking on new clients to her schedule at this time** .
Real Client Review- " Emelia was so kind and made me feel comfortable. It was my 2nd time getting a massage with her. She knew I was dealing with chronic pain and made sure to spend extra time on the areas that needed the most attention. I will go back again. It was amazing how much better I felt after getting a therapeutic massage. "
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Real Client Review- " Emelia was so kind and made me feel comfortable. It was my 2nd time getting a massage with her. She knew I was dealing with chronic pain and made sure to spend extra time on the areas that needed the most attention. I will go back again. It was amazing how much better I felt after getting a therapeutic massage. "
Studied Therapeutic Massage and the Healing Arts at Irene's Myomassology institute (2020-2022). She is trained in Swedish and Deep Tissue Massage, Myofascial Release, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Side Lying and Special Populations, TMJ and headaches, Cranial Sacral techniques. Coming from her parents who have spent time helping people, her mother as an ICU nurse and her father who volunteers his time to community, that she wanted a career to help people who are in search of healing. Having spent a considerable amount of time as an athlete in travel sports, she learned the importance of conditioning, preparing, and rehabilitating. Having been susceptible to injuries in sports, her interest was heightened to aid in physical and mental therapy. Researching this, she discovered the Holistic approach was made for her.
Mila is now accepting new clients and has a headaches specialty available.
Real Client Review- " Christina always does an amazing job. I leave feeling rejuvenated. The suite is beautiful and all of the therapists are kind, knowledgeable, and personable. I will never go anywhere else. "
Graduated from Irene's Myomassology Institute and have been massaging for two years. She was always interested in massage, being
Real Client Review- " Christina always does an amazing job. I leave feeling rejuvenated. The suite is beautiful and all of the therapists are kind, knowledgeable, and personable. I will never go anywhere else. "
Graduated from Irene's Myomassology Institute and have been massaging for two years. She was always interested in massage, being the only really nonathletic one in her family. Witnessing her athletic family members get hurt and using massage as a way to recuperate and recover. Christina found massage to be a very important aspect of any person's journey be it recovery or right after a long day of work. Her specialty is deep tissue massage, and occasionally incorporates Thai style massage and sports massage into her unique deep tissue practice. "I may be tiny but I'm mighty. "
Christina is on Maternity leave, when returning to work, she is accepting nnew clients and has a specialty of Plantar Facitis
Eritha studied at Irene's Myomassology institute and graduated in 2016; where she trained in Therapeutic, Orthopedic, Myofascial Release, Table Thai, Prenatal and Infant massage . Her main goal is to make sure everyone leaves feeling better than they walked in and with the knowledge they need to continue to flourish.
Real Client Review-" The massage was truly therapeutic and helped relieve a lot of my pain, I felt so much better afterward. "
El went to the Massage Therapy Program at OCC. Massage Therapy is her passion, El has been doing massage since she was very little on her parents. El's dad always wanted to be a massage therapist, so she adopted h
Real Client Review-" The massage was truly therapeutic and helped relieve a lot of my pain, I felt so much better afterward. "
El went to the Massage Therapy Program at OCC. Massage Therapy is her passion, El has been doing massage since she was very little on her parents. El's dad always wanted to be a massage therapist, so she adopted his dream. El's favorite kinds of massage involves deep tissue and orthopedic. She is also skilled in pregnancy massage and gentler, relaxation Swedish massage. El is an experienced and well trained massage therapist who may seem tiny but is very mighty.
El is now accepting new clients and has a specialty in Oncology Massage
Sexual Solicitation (aka asking for a "happy ending") is NOT FUNNY, NOT ETHICAL,AND NOT TOLLERATED!
According to Michigan Law Penal Code 750.448, persons who accosts, solicits, or invites another person in a public place or in or from a building or vehicle, by word, gesture, or any other means, to commit prostitution or to do any other lewd or immoral act, is guilty of a crime punishable (this is both by the client or someone posing as an MT) The first offense for a solicitation charge is considered a misdemeanor, and is punishable by up to 93 days in jail and up to a $500 fine. A second solicitation conviction is a misdemeanor that carries an enhanced penalty of up to one year in jail and $1,000 in fines.
Take this to mean we WILL report you to the proper authorities with your information and WILL press charges if given the option!
Did you know Michigan (Detroit region specifically) is in the top 5 cities for sex trafficking? Most people who work in places called "massage parlors" are victims of human trafficking so we take it VERY seriously!
"But what if I am just kidding around?"
Answer: Again, IT IS NOT A JOKE! IT IS NOT FUNNY!
Every massage therapist wants to flip the table when they hear that "joke." I guarantee, we have all heard it ten million times and we do not want to hear it again.
We will presume, if it is a "funny joke" to you, that you also think human trafficking is something to laugh at.
Don't be that person.
We have a variety of treatments and enhancements to best serve our client's needs.
60, 90, and 120 minute increments. Often referred to as a Relaxation Massage. Massage oil or cream is used with smooth, gliding strokes. Swedish massage uses firm but gentle pressure to promote relaxation, ease muscle tension and create other health benefits. It is a classic massage that will ease your stress and allow you to slip into a calm state of relaxation.
Designed to remove severe tension, deep tissue massage is a technique used to relieve both muscles and connective tissue below the surface. It also helps to improve range of motion and heal injuries below the surface
Pregnancy massage focuses on addressing the special needs of expecting women. Specially-designed massage tables, cushions, and side-lying postures are used to prevent putting pressure on the abdomen
Orthopedic massage offers soft tissue and joint manipulation. Scar tissue unwinding. All orthopedic treatment to relieve chronic pain caused by trauma and injury.
Medical Manual massage and soft tissue and joint manipulation along with anatomy assessment and treatment plan. Scar tissue unwinding. All orthopedic treatment to relieve chronic pain caused by trauma and injury. Increasing range of motion. You will receive a full assessment and treatment plan in conjunction with other medical professionals you are working with. Priced per unit of time.
Medical Manual massage and soft tissue and joint manipulation along with anatomy assessment and treatment plan. Scar tissue unwinding. All orthopedic treatment to relieve chronic pain caused by trauma and injury. Increasing range of motion. You will receive a full assessment and treatment plan in conjunction with other medical professionals you are working with. Priced per unit of time.
Therapist will concentrate on upper body (from the hips up) to aid in a central focus . Will consist of stretching, orthopedic testing, neuromuscular techniques to better assist in healing.
Therapist will concentrate on lower body (from the low back down) to aid in a central focus .Will consist of stretching, orthopedic testing, neuromuscular techniques, MFR, and other modalities to better assist in healing.
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. This is helpful to decrease swelling after surgery and assist in the healing process . This session can be booked for non post op LD session as well.
Oncology massage uses light touch and slow, steady movements, working with the central nervous system to help the body relax. Oncology massage is an approach to massage therapy based in both compassion and specialized massage treatments to help people manage their experience with cancer. Review of the scientific literature indicates oncology massage helps improve quality of life
Craniosacral therapy uses gentle touch manipulation of your head, neck, and the bottom of your spine. Your neck, back, and hips will feel looser and freer. Along with special techniques that are heavier in pressure are used to loosen neck, head, and jaw to lessen issues with headache .
Techniques that stretch the client’s foot and posterior calf muscles, particularly the soleus and gastrocnemius muscles. Your therapist will use stretching of the lower leg, Fascia release techniques, ligament work along with special tools to assist in relieving the pain of this condition
Therapist will perform compression to warm up each muscle group, then stretch the client through their range of motion. Stretch massage works by lengthening your muscles, which allows you to move more easily. It also increases the range of motion in joints that are often locked or stiffened up.
gently work the muscles of the jaw, which can increase circulation to help decrease inflammation and speed up healing. Inner cranial work is done to relieve the pressure and increase range of motion in the jaw, which in it self can cause all kinds of conditions like headaches , tinnitus, compression fractures in the teeth, TM joint painfully cracking. Our therapists can help.
Need a little rest after your service? Enjoy a cozy nap with a weighted blanket, your choice of aromatherapy diffused into the air. A paraffin dip on either the hands or feet, and the table heater turned on. can choose to add a weighted heating pad. You therapist will ask if you would like to nap on your back or stomach, get you all set for your nap time (between 15 and 45 minutes) and leave you to get your rest. When they return, they will quietly enter the room, rock you gently awake, remove t
Services that can be added to your massage session.
Aromatherapy is a holistic healing treatment that uses natural plant extracts to promote health and well-being. Sometimes it's called essential oil therapy. Aromatherapy uses aromatic essential oils medicinally to improve the health of the body, mind, and spirit. It enhances both physical and emotional health.
A hot stone massage is a type of massage therapy. It's used to help you relax and ease tense muscles and damaged soft tissues throughout your body. During a hot stone massage, smooth, flat, heated stones are placed on specific parts of your body
Hot towels with special armomatherapy blend is placed on the towel to open up airways and reduce sinus congestion The addition of cool stones are used in this treatment has many benefits. The stones, which are used chilled and non-lubricated, help reduce facial puffiness leaving the skin toned and refreshed.
This peppermint foot scrub is made specifically for feet. Exfoliating sugar and dried herbs will scrub away rough skin, the coconut oil will soften cracks. the feet are wrapped in hot towels for a nice warm comfort and then soothing peppermint balm has a cooling relaxing effect on the feet.
The herbal oil helps to reduce inflammation and soothes muscles. This makes it very effective at providing relief from painful joints and muscles. People who suffer from chronic pain, arthritis, back pain, and so much more can reap the many benefits of a
Cupping therapy is an ancient form of alternative medicine in which a therapist puts special cups on your skin for a few minutes to create suction. People get it for many purposes, including to help with pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation and well-being, and as a type of deep-tissue massage. Warning: Cupping can leave bruise-like marks on the body
Gua sha is a natural, alternative therapy that involves scraping your skin with a massage tool to improve your circulation. This ancient Chinese healing technique may offer a unique approach to better health, addressing issues like chronic pain .
Paraffin wax can be used on body for both spa and therapeutic purposes. It's often used in skin-softening salon and spa treatments on the hands, cuticles, and feet because it's colorless, tasteless, and odorless. It can also be used to provide pain relief to sore joints and muscles, it can also help to break up muscle adhesions with its heat .
Known for its healing properties, this rather unusual holistic therapy works to calm and energize you from head to toe. Like the techniques found in a Hot Stone massage, warm bamboo is used to roll and knead the tissue to help alleviate muscle tension and general aches and pains .
Even though we feel that you are all beautiful the way you are, we offer the following to help with self-confidence.
Anti cellulite massage is designed to reduce and combat cellulite over a period of continued therapy. A special massage technique is used to massage the bulging fat and to knead the muscles and “roll” the bulging fat away thereby combating the physical cause of cellulite. This service spans over a package of 4 treatments to reduce the look of cellulite on legs and buttocks.
Used on the jawline and cheekbone area, gua sha can help release tight facial muscles and give the temporary appearance of a more sculpted face. It won't get rid of a double chin (it can't target fat), but it could help ease puffiness in the short term. However, it can leave you with a youthful glow and a rested look.
Medically -based we follow the science, Energy- based we follow our hearts.
Reiki uses a technique commonly called palm or hands on healing. Through the use of this technique, practitioners transfer universal energy (i.e., reiki) in the form of qi (Japanese: ki) through the palms, which they believe allows for self-healing and a state of equilibrium
To receive distant Reiki healing you don’t have to do anything special, but it’s best to lie down and be still if possible. The recipient and healer can agree on a time beforehand and the person receiving simply needs to sit or lie down for the specified amount of time (typically a half hour or so). The effects of distant healing are virtually no different than hands-on healing. An experienced Reiki healer (level II or higher) can send healing energy to a person anywhere in the world no matter
This 90 minute energy balancing session begins with a singing bowl sound bath with your choice of aromatherapy. Followed by a full body Reiki session, then a 7 Chakra balancing with a pendulum made of rose quartz. All finished with a peppermint scalp massage and cranial work. Help get out of your funk and feel at peace in these hectic times
60 minute emotional freedom technique also known as EFT or tapping. Starts with a 15 minute consult on what it is you want to "let go" of in your emotional life. Together, we will find your mantra for the session and use EFT on the meridian lines of the body to aid in stress relief and increase self empowerment
We offer selective services to our clients outside of the Office. These service require a 45% nonrefundable deposit upon booking call. Please have ample space for therapist to work properly (think three feet diameter around table or chair.
We can provide massage at your home for either a massage party or a family spa day( two hour booking min.) Please book 3-7 days in advance for two to four people, for five or more, please book a week minimum in advance. It is a classic massage that will ease your stress and allow you to slip into a calm state of relaxation. For a party of five or more, you can choose between chair and table. Chair is no more than twenty minutes per person.
Having an event or even a few friends over for wine and laughs. Why not add massage to the fun (3 hour minimum-6 max)
This 90 minute energy balancing session begins with a singing bowl sound bath with your choice of aromatherapy. Followed by a full body Reiki session, then a 7 Chakra balancing with a pendulum made of rose quartz. All finished with a peppermint scalp massage and cranial work. Help get out of your funk and feel at peace in these hectic times
Your therapist will come to the hospital where you will deliver and help ease the pain through the contractions. In sessions of 2 hours. Massaging in between contractions to help with relief of back pain are helpful Massage Techniques for Early Labor.
This service is planned in advance and is available after contracts and nonrefundable deposit. Any labor massage request during the hours of 11PM- 8AM has a 30% increase for afterhours convenience.
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