Abhyanga Body Therapy
Abhyangha is a choreographed, warm oil, whole body therapy. The strokes are rhythmic with a light pressure - with copious amounts of oil from the scalp to the soles of the feet with the intention of covering the body in the healing, grounding oil.
The rhythmic nature helps the mind to relax and enter into a more meditative state.
The Details:
Abhyanga is offered in person in Belfast, Maine.
The therapy is done without clothing on a heated massage table with a towel for modesty.
The purpose of the therapy is NOT to manipulate muscles and "massage" but cover the body in the herbal oil and work the oil into the body. The oil is the healer.
At the end of the therapy I use warm towels to wipe away the excess oil from your body. This part is divine.
When the therapy is done, your hair will be oily. I recommend bringing a hat, bandana or scarf that you don't mind getting oily to cover your head afterwards.
Abhyanga has the deepest impact when received regularly, that is one of the reasons that I offer a Sliding scale.
I believe in accessibility so I offer a sliding scale of
$75- $100 per 60 minute session
$125-$150 Per 90 Minute session
To schedule, please reach out to me: kristen@nourishednervoussystem.com and let me know the length of treatment you would like and I can send a scheduling link
Potential Benefits of Abhyanga:
Calms the nerves
Nourishes the entire body
Lubricates the joints
Improves circulation
Moves Lymph, aiding in detoxification
Improves tone and suppleness of skin
Nourishing to the scalp and hair
Improves sleep
When NOT to do Abhyanga:
After eating or if experiencing severe constipation or indigestion.
During menstruation
While pregnant
If actively sick, especially fever or signs of fever
If you have an acute skin rash or break out that may be irritated by the oil
If you are experiencing signs of ama or high Kapha - which may be sluggishness, heaviness, dullness,a thick white coating on the tongue, depression, lethargy