Originally published in Kirkland Lifestyle. Book a hot stone massage, pop in for a signature facial or try the ever-popular LED Skin Phototherapy. The three longtime Kirkland residents bring different expertise to the table, and each has a passion for providing top-notch health and wellness optionsβboth convenient and affordableβto the Kirkland area. Originally from Missoula, Montana, Chad comes from a background in education and business, having managed companies from river rafting resorts to learning and development consultation for large organizations.
His wife, Annie, brings experience from the education and medical fields and is active in community-based philanthropies. Their business partner, Julie, has been a Kirkland resident for more than two decades and was inspired to bring her plus years of practice in the health and fitness industry to the Kirkland business community.
And the Himalayan salt stone massage utilizes warm salt crystal stones to soothe away stress and tension while exfoliating. Other massages range from prenatal and craniosacral massage to trigger point therapy and myofascial release bodywork. Muscles are loose, breathing is relaxed and all is well with the world. But the benefits of regular massage reach far beyond relaxation, spanning from stress relief and reduced arthritic pain to greater range of motion, lowered blood pressure, improved cardiovascular health, increased circulation and so much more.
Massage can also combat anxiety and depression by reducing cortisol. It can also aid in the recovery process from an injury. The right massage paired with the right therapist can do wonders. Add a facial to your visit, or begin microdermabrasion treatments.
Work with an esthetician to create a regimen customized to your skin care needs. Gaining popularity over the past few years, LED Skin Phototherapy uses infrared lights as a non-chemical, non-evasive alternative to skin rejuvenation. A minute treatment will stimulate collagen; improve elasticity; and reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, dark spots, acne scars and redness.
