Therapists Massage FAQ
We offer a broad range of healing massage treatments with trained therapists:
Desiree Dewey: Trigger Point & Deep Tissue
New to the area from Oregon, Desiree has a very healing touch that can help undo years of tension in the body. She has a unique and nurturing way of communicating with each client to address their specific needs. She specializes in Trigger Point and Deep Tissue therapies.
Availability: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday, 9AM-5PM
Denise Otter: Theraputic & Deep Tissue
With a focus on relaxation, Denise soothes the body and mind with Theraputic Massage. Deep Tissue techniques may be applied at times with the goal of freeing
the body of stress and replenishing the senses with a feeling of tranquility.
Availability: Monday through Friday after 5 PM
Pragyana Buzollo: Cranial Sacral
'Prag' has been working in the Anchorage basin for many years. She comes to Laughing Lotus with a diverse background and the gift of Cranial Sacral healing.
Availability: Monday 3-6PM
Beth Alta Fletcher: Rolfing
Born and raised in Alaska, Beth comes to Laughing Lotus with a fresh attitude and a zeal for the Rolfing philosophy. She believes wholeheartedly in the healing work established by founder Ida Rolf more than 70 years ago: that the dynamic effects on posture and attitude are unique to the progress realized in Rolfing therapy.
Availability: All day on Fridays and on-call for other days as needed.
Kimberly Greef: Deep Tissue, Trigger Point & Energy Awareness
Co-owner of Laughing Lotus, dedicated mother and yoga teacher, Kim enters every massage session with a presence of calm and intuition that make you relax before the therapy even begins. Kim comes to the table with 9 years of body work experience dating back to an in-depth training she completed at The Utah College of Massage. With an emphasis on deep tissue, trigger point and energy awareness, Kim delivers a blissful massage both healing for the body and soothing for the senses.
Availability: On call.
Massage FAQ
What are trigger points?
Trigger points are knots in the soft tissue that refer pain in other areas of the body. They are caused by tension, overuse and injuries and often intensify over time.
Trigger points in the neck and shoulders are a usual cause of headaches, carpel
tunnel syndrome and low back pain.
What is Cranial Sacral Massage?
By gently working with the spine, the skull and its cranial sutures, diaphragms, and fascia (connective tissue), the restrictions of nerve passages are eased, movement of cerebral spinal fluid through the spinal cord is optimized, and misaligned bones are often restored to their proper position. Craniosacral therapy alleviates mental stress, neck and back pain and the symptoms related to migraines, TMJ Syndrome, and fibromyalgia.
What is Rolfing?
Rolfing, commonly referred to as ‘Structural Integration’ is a method of physical manipulation and body education. Specialized techniques move the connective tissue (fascia), restoring the body to its natural alignment. Rolfing is incredibly effective in the treatment of chronic back pain and repetitive stress injuries. Coupled with a steady yoga practice, it will make you feel like a million bucks!!