Nicole Stratis
Licensed Massage Therapist #8411
Arvigo® Abdominal Massage, Restorative Herbal Massage, Biodynamic Craniosacral
Nicole’s sessions orient to your wholeness and focus on presence and acceptance with what is, seeing the true healer as the innate intelligence held within your body. Many times, it needs to be witnessed and seen to be expressed fully. Nicole’s intention is to guide people home into their bodies with safety and support so that they leave the session feeling resourced, at peace, and confident in their relationship to their body to live a connected, happy life.
The foundation of Nicole’s training started with her background in Environmental Studies, working on many organic farms, in herbal gardens, and apprenticing with herbalists around the country. She was inspired to go into bodywork after awakening to the depth of connection between the earth’s health and each of our individual body’s health. To support the repair of her own nervous system and healing her relationship with her body, Nicole discovered an increased level of ease, joy, and freedom from receiving abdominal massage and craniosacral therapy herself. This led her to massage school in Oregon, where she then continued on to study Lomi Lomi Hawaiian Massage in Maui, The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Massage® in New Hampshire, and Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy in Western Massachusetts. Nicole is also a yoga teacher, with a background in kundalini and hatha and this weaves into the educational component of her sessions with bodywork clients.
Restorative Herbal Massage
The Body is our Vessel to which we fill with Light, and Herbs offer themselves to assist us in this Connection. Using handcrafted herbal oils made with organic ingredients, along with flower essences and aromatic sprays, this massage is all about honoring your vessel with support from the plants. Herbal infused oils and flower essences are some of the safest ways to use herbs. Nicole weaves together a personally tailored session of nourishing modalities such as Swedish Massage, Hawaiian Lomi Lomi, Myofascial Release, Abdominal Massage, and Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy to leave you feeling restored and resourced in your body.
Abdominal Massage
This methodology integrates The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Massage®, Lomi Lomi Hawaiian massage, myofascial release, and somatic inquiry. The massage can include areas such as the upper and lower abdomen, diaphragm, psoas, sacrum, low back, pelvis, etc. Much of this work revolves around supporting the organs for optimal functioning to help relieve symptoms. For example, it is common for the uterus to come out of physical alignment, leaning on other structures in the abdomen, and this massage helps to support proper position. When the uterus is in alignment, we are in our inner alignment. The first session includes an herbal pelvic steam and/or castor oil pack if appropriate and you leave with instructions on abdominal self-massage skills to continue your healing at home.
What can this support?
- Conception preparation, fertility challenges, PMS and menstrual pain (physical or emotional), endometriosis, fibroids, PCOS & ovarian cysts, uterine prolapse, painful intercourse, reoccurring vaginal infections, post birth care, post miscarriage care, post abortion care, perimenopause, menopause
- Reoccurring bladder infections or UTIs, urinary frequency, constipation, diarrhea, IBS, headaches
- Supporting creative expression and empowerment of gifts
- Symptoms of anxiety, depression, or spiritual disconnection
Nicole is a trauma informed practitioner and meets you where you are, with the goal of helping you to leave feeling more confident in your self-healing ability.
For more information on Nicole, please visit her website www.nicolesheastratis.com
Insurance Accepted
Nicole does not accept insurance at this time.
Massage may be covered under some Health Savings Accounts (HSA) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA). Check with your plan or contact Nicole for details.
Forms of Payment Accepted
Cash
Check
All major credit cards accepted with 3% service fee added
Gift Certificates Available
Gift Certificates are available
Hours of Operations
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday – By Appointment
Saturday 10 am – 6 pm – By Appointment
How to Schedule an Appointment
Call or Text: 541-415-6497
Email: nicole.shea.stratis@gmail.com
How to Contact Nicole
Call or Text: 541-415-6497
Email: nicole.shea.stratis@gmail.com
Online: www.nicolesheastratis.com/
New Patient Forms
Forms will be emailed upon scheduling your initial appointment.
What to Expect from the First Appointment
For all services, the initial appointment begins with a thorough consultation and intention setting and then we move into the hands on service. This can also include any other supportive modalities as needed such as meditation, breathwork, herbal steaming, flower essences, and self inquiry. There is space to connect with you and what is presently wanting to be expressed – in the physical, emotional, mental, sensory, relational, energetic, and spiritual aspects to your being. Nicole checks in with you at the end of the session for any questions and leaves you with any relevant educational resources to continue your integration at home.