"As we experience peace within ourselves, we naturally begin to share it with those around us."

                                                  -Thich Nhat Hanh

Massage to me is a form of meditation. It's an intuitive form of communication between myself and my client. I practice attuning to myself and my clients at a deep level and listening to what their bodies need in the moment. As I listen to what their body needs, I then access my skills, training, and intuition to find what would best serve my client. Many years ago, I began a journey of self-discovery and exploration. My life purpose became very clear to me. My highest priority became exploring my relationship with the divine and how that relationship is reflected in every aspect of my life. I began to discover a deep ocean of love within myself. The very nature of that love is that it wants to be shared. Massage is a way for me to share this with those who come into my life. I began my massage training at Alive & Well Institute of Conscious Bodywork. I became certified in the summer of 1997 and began my practice immediately. I have learned so much over the years from working with so many wonderful clients. My knowledge and appreciation for the human body continues to deepen. In addition to the certification course, I've also taken advanced courses on techniques for the neck, deep tissue, shiatsu, reflexology, and pregnancy massage. Furthermore, the massages I've received have been an incredible tool for my self-discovery and body awareness, which has helped me to become more sensitive to the needs of my clients. Massage has helped me access places deep within myself, let go and surrender to life, and open even deeper to the love that flows within me. It's been an incredible gift for me and it's one that I look forward to sharing with you. - Jeffrey Leaver