Our massages are priced by the length of time you choose. All sessions may include any style of massage that your massage therapist is trained in.
Swedish Massage: (Also called Relaxation or Classic Massage) Swedish massage provides the foundation for most of our other modalities. It is very relaxing and consists of long and sweeping strokes, kneading, friction and tapping. The pressure can vary from very light to very deep, depending on the client’s preference. You could have an all-Swedish massage, but most often your therapist will incorporate a number of other types of therapies as he/she sees fit, according to your needs and wants. All of our therapists are proficient at Swedish Massage.
Deep Tissue: Deep tissue is very similar to Swedish massage but uses some more focused techniques. The focus is on the deepest layers of muscle tissue, tendons and fascia (which is the protective layer surrounding every muscle, bone and joint in the body). It can be done at light or deep pressure. Most often people refer to this type of massage when they are seeking deeper pressure, but it really refers to using techniques to release deeper layers of soft tissue. All of our therapists are proficient at Deep Tissue; however, if you are looking specifically for firm pressure, please let us know upon booking.
Sports Massage: Geared more towards athletes (beginners or professionals), this type of massage includes more vigorous techniques than a traditional Swedish massage. This style tends to be more active and firm for the client as well, including more stretching and body movement. Some of our clients prefer a pre-event massage, which would be more energizing and fast-paced. Others prefer the benefits of post-event recovery, which tends to be slower paced and may include more myofascial release.
The perfect recovery spot on many levels for my student athlete who loves the sports massage.
– M.K.
Oncology Massage is a safe and effective way to help clients, who are either undergoing Cancer treatment or have recovered from Cancer, to relax and potentially relieve side effects from treatment. If you seek this style of massage, you must book with Kristina or Jennifer.
Therapists can’t use lubrication (oils or cream) during radiation at the radiation site and must wait at least 2 weeks after the treatment has ended to use lubricant at the radiation site (entrance and exit). However, if the skin is intact, you can receive a massage, but it would be without lubrication. Everything else about the massage would proceed as usual unless other conditions were contraindicated for the massage; the therapist would determine that on a case-by-case basis.
A patient cannot receive more than 20 minutes of Swedish massage the day of or the day after chemo, but they can receive up to that amount on the hands and feet only (to avoid systemic circulation.) However, the client can experience other deeply relaxing Oncology-specific massage techniques to fill in a longer session. Other gentle and relaxing techniques are safe to use the day of or after chemotherapy, with very light pressure.
It can include lymphatic drainage, which is also a very light and gentle form of massage that stimulates the flow of lymph.
If you book with Jennifer, she will only work on chemotherapy patients 2 days after the most recent treatment and will only work on a patient who has received radiation two weeks after their final radiation treatment, based on her personal comfort. Kristina is entirely comfortable without these limitations.
Hospice & Palliative Care Massage. Massage can play a meaningful role in hospice, palliative, and end-of-life care by providing gentle touch, easing discomfort, and supporting emotional well-being. At Breckels Massage Therapy, we approach this work with deep respect, compassion, and adaptability — tailoring each session to the client’s needs and level of comfort.
Whether provided in a home, care facility, or at our office, these sessions focus on relaxation, calm, and connection rather than physical change. Our goal is to offer comfort and presence through mindful, nurturing touch. The following BMT practitioners offer sessions with these considerations in mind: Kristina, Emilie, Betsy, and Martin.
Lymphatic Drainage: Also known as manual lymphatic drainage (MLD), it has many benefits and is often sought out to relieve swelling affected by the lymphatic system. It is also an excellent style of massage for anyone who simply wants to relax or who enjoys exceptionally light pressure for their massage. Lymphatic drainage massage involves gently manipulating specific areas of your body to help lymph move to an area with working lymph vessels. A massage therapist uses lymphatic drainage massage techniques to move lymph from your tissues to your lymph nodes, which eases the swelling in your tissues. This technique involves lightly pressured brushing or pumping motions in the areas requiring attention. Our therapists do not squeeze fluid out of any surgical wounds. You must book with Kristina or Jennifer if you seek this style of massage.
Couples Massage: Two massages, two therapists, one room or two rooms, your choice. Nice to be super-relaxed together!
Prenatal Massage: Prenatal Massage focuses on the pregnant client who undergoes changes due to pregnancy. Prenatal massage may help reduce and/or eliminate excess water retention, anxiety, and pain throughout any trimester and postnatal care.
You may have heard that massage isn’t safe at certain stages of pregnancy, but current scientific research has dispelled these myths. Unless your doctor has advised otherwise due to specific medical concerns, massage and reflexology are safe and beneficial at all stages of pregnancy. While we cannot induce labor, some clients have shared that a massage helped them naturally progress when overdue.
Often, our clients use our special pregnancy pillow that allows them to lie on their stomachs comfortably. Whether you prefer a side-lying position, the pregnancy pillow, or some other style of individualized propping with pillows, you will enjoy the peace and relaxation a massage can give during pregnancy. Most of our therapists are proficient in prenatal massage; some are limited to side-lying or the prenatal pillow only. Please contact us if you need assistance picking the right LMT for you.
Pregnant, overdue, and scheduled for an induction in 3 days, I was a bit stressed out. My mom suggested a prenatal massage at Breckels. They fit me in that day and it was fantastic! The massage therapist was knowledgeable about labor pressure points and kept me in positions that were comfortable. I felt great afterwards. That evening I went into labor and it was very quick (less than 3 hours). I don’t know if it was the massage, but I am sure it helped the whole process. I would highly recommend the prenatal massage to any pregnant woman that needs a bit of relaxation.
-I.K.
Neuromuscular Therapy/Trigger Point: Trigger Point massage is a type of neuromuscular therapy that can be an intense form of bodywork that consists of focused, concentrated massage on one specific area of the body. The light and focused pressure on concentrated areas is designed to alleviate tension that extends from a “trigger point” into another area of the body. This small area is called a trigger point because it is the area that “triggers” pain in another area of the muscle, sometimes called referring or transferring pain. Therapists are trained to locate the trigger points associated with muscle pain, and then alleviate the stress using concentrated pressure on that area.
Geriatric Massage: This is not a separate form of massage but rather an adjustment of any massage to meet the specific needs of older populations. Therapists take extra care in manipulating the body’s soft tissues; they can include classic Swedish massage techniques such as long relaxing strokes towards the heart to improve blood circulation, relieve pain, and increase range of motion. Active or passive movement of the joints may also be part of geriatric massage if the client requests it. All of our therapists are proficient in geriatric massage.
Hot Stone Therapy: In this therapy, heated stones are used to massage the body for a very relaxing experience. The client may choose how much of their session to involve the hot stones to achieve optimum relaxation during the massage. A lovely thing to do in the wintertime! Noelle and Emilie are the only therapists who offers this massage style. We require at least 1 hour’s advance notice to include stones in your massage. The session length must be 60 minutes or longer, and there is an additional charge of $20 per session.
Myofascial Release: Fascia is the soft tissue component of the connective tissue that provides support and protection for the muscles. The practitioner will typically use slow-paced techniques to stretch restricted fascia by applying pressure and aiming to restore flexibility and range of motion to the muscles and surrounding joints. Often, little to no lubrication is used in this technique, which allows deeper layers of connective tissues to be engaged.
Foot Reflexology: Clinical Foot Reflexology is a healing bodywork modality that involves applying pressure to specific points on the feet to promote overall well-being. This practice is based on the belief that these points correspond to other areas of the body and that stimulating them can help enhance the nervous system, boost circulation, relieve stress, and optimize bodily functions. It is a gentle yet powerful way to support your overall well-being. Addressing the body’s natural energy pathways encourages relaxation and healing in a non-invasive manner by releasing congestion around the 7,000+ nerve endings in the feet. Clients remain fully clothed except for their shoes and socks. We recommend wearing loose, comfortable clothing to your session. Please call our Front Desk if you have any questions about this service. Carly & Martin are the only Certified Clinical Foot Reflexologists on staff.
Positional release: Positional release is a technique where the therapist applies pressure to a muscle while passively moving the muscle through its range of motion. It is best used for clients with a restriction in the movement of a muscle or who want to increase the flexibility of a particular area. Carly, Lizy, Kristina, and Megan are trained in positional release.
Stretching: If you prefer a session of entirely stretching, we are happy to accommodate in a non-traditional session, with the client fully clothed, upon request. Stretching may also be included in any traditional massage session to target flexibility, range of motion, and general relaxation.
Cupping Therapy: Cupping therapy is the application of plastic, glass & silicone cups on various areas of the body. This dry cupping technique creates negative pressure with a manual vacuum of the skin to lift tissues upwards, allowing more space for underlying structures while increasing circulation of tissues. The suction rapidly releases soft tissues by pulling them away from underlying structures, loosening areas of adhesion and restriction, and activating muscle spindle reflexes that relaxes contractile tissue, and retrains myofascial structures. Bodywork techniques such as myofascial release, manual lymphatic drainage, and deep tissue work, can all be performed using cupping therapy. Megan and Jane are the only therapists who offer this massage style. Jane can include cups on various areas of the body in an integrative session with massage. If you want strictly cups used for the entire session, please book with Megan. We require at least 1 hour’s advance notice to include cupping in your massage, and there is an additional charge of $20 per session.
Reiki: A Japanese technique used for relaxation and promoting healing. It is not like other types of massage because it aims to move the energy of the body rather than the soft tissues like muscles and connective tissue. The therapist places their hands lightly over or on the client’s body in specific energetic areas to aid in the release of potential blockages. Reiki can be incorporated into a traditional massage session as well for anyone who would like to try it out, or to have a combination. Carly and Noelle are the only therapists who offer this modality.
On-site Massage: Need us to come to you? We can pack up a massage table or chair and come to your home or place of business for an additional $40. Must be within a 15-minute radius of our office, a one-hour massage session minimum, and depending upon therapist availability.
Chair Massage: This is for clients who need or prefer to be in a seated position. We have a massage chair available that can accommodate various styles of massage, fully clothed, while sitting in an upright position. Please let us know upon scheduling that you would prefer a chair massage so that we can reserve the chair for you.
See our Therapists and Staff page to read about more modalities and which therapists offer them.