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Our Services
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Massage ~ Acupuncture ~ Sacred Henna Tattoos ~ Ear Coning

MASSAGE
~$95, 1 hr. ~$140, 1 ½ hrs. ~$180, 2 hrs. ~
~1 st time clients $75 1 hr. $115 1 ½ hr. ~
Package pricing available on request.

Sara has been practicing the art of bodywork since the age of twenty. In her sessions with her clients, Sara believes she is able to act as a conduit, allowing for the natural healing process to unfold.

Sara’s passion and dedication to the healing arts is expressed in her continual educational pursuits. She has trained at California College of Physical Arts, the Massage School of Santa Monica, as well as Emperor’s College of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

In 2001, Sara spent three months in Portugal in an intensive training in Integrative Bodywork: with Green Mountain Institute. Sara also completed a seven-month course in Kundalini Yoga Teachers Training in April of 2006. She has been working with private clients since 2000.

Sara Pereira, L.M.T., provides treatments, which are individually tailored to help her clients reconnect to their source of health and are intuitively focused on balance, relaxation and rejuvenation. In her 60, 90 or 120-minute sessions, using 100% pure expeller-pressed, unrefined, Golden Jojoba Oil, Sara integrates many different techniques, including Swedish Massage, Acupressure, Polarity, Oscillations and upon request or suggestion, Cupping Therapy.

For appointments please contact: Sara 213.924.3239

Pre-Natal Massage

~Recommended for women in all stages of pregnancy~

  • Relief of insomnia and shortness of breath
  • Relief of muscle tension in neck, shoulders, back and legs
  • Relief of low back, hip and sciatica pain
  • Increases circulation
  • Reduces edema (water retention) and swelling
  • Balances energy
  • Reduces stretch marks

Combines Swedish Massage in supine and side postures. Relieving stress and anxiety, intending to lead to an easier labor and postpartum recovery. Specialty oil blends made from certified organic and sustainable harvested essential oils by Floracopeia are used specifically to help in reducing stretch marks on the abdomen area, as well as water retention and swelling in the legs.

Post-Natal Massage

~When Mommy is relaxed and replenished, baby too feels calm and nourished~

  • Replenishes mother’s energy spent during labor
  • Speeds recovery process
  • Benefits both child and mother by relaxing and nourishing

Benefits of Pure Jojoba Oil

Jojoba Oil is rich in certain proteins and minerals, it contains many important nutrients, such as vitamin E, B complex vitamins, and the minerals silicon, chromium, copper, zinc, and iodine, as well as antioxidant benefits. Pure jojoba oil is hypoallergenic, contains anti-bacterial properties, it reduces stretch marks, wrinkles, fine lines and skin roughness, restores skin’s natural pH balance, and can reduce epidermal water loss and keep the skin plump and healthy.

TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTIONS

Swedish Massage
~Relaxing and invigorating~

  • Affects the nerves, muscles, glands and circulation, while promoting health and well being
  • Shortens recovery time from muscular strain
  • Increases circulation without increasing heart load
  • Stimulates the skin and nervous system and soothes the nerves
  • Reduces stress, both emotional and physical and is suggested in a regular program for stress management
  • Reduces edema (water retention) and swelling
  • Balances energy

Polarity Therapy
~Energetic balancing~

  • Eliminates energy blockages
  • Restores harmony and well being
  • Applies light pressure systematically on two points of the body at the same time using both hands.

    Oscillations
    ~Soothing and calming~

  • Rocking back and forth with a steady rhythms
  • Soothes the nervous system
  • Relaxes muscles allowing them to let go
  • Moves stuck energy
    • Acupressure
    ~An ancient Chinese technique based on the principles of acupuncture~
  • Accesses and Releases blocked or congested energy centers in the body
  • Uses finger pressure (without the needles) on specific points along the body

    • Cupping Therapy
    ~An ancient Chinese technique used to remove stagnation~

  • Moves and Regulates flow of qi (pronounced chee) and blood
  • Removes stagnation from the body, some believe nothing moves qi and blood faster than cupping
  • Valuable in treatment of pain, diseases of the digestive, common cold and influenza, cough, constipation, sciatica pain, back pain, stiff shoulder, insomnia, and more.

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ACUPUNCTURE~ CHINESE HERBS
CUPPING

Rekha Lund, LAc, MTOM, MPT, GCS

Licensed Acupuncturist

Master of Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine

Licensed Physical Therapist, Board Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist

APTA Certified Fitness & Wellness Consultant

Initial Consultation (2 hrs) $265

Subsequent Herbal & Nutritional Consultations (1 hr) $115

Acupuncture Treatment (1hr) $115

Physical Therapy/Mat Pilates (1hr) $115

Herbal & Nutritional Supplements, prices vary

 

For appointments, please contact Rekha Lund: 310.500.0199

Ms. Lund’s passion for natural healing paved the way to her unique educational background combining Western medical expertise in physical therapy and Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine & Acupuncture. Ms. Lund completed her undergraduate studies at UC Irvine and earned her Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from Chapman University in Orange, California. Ms. Lund has over eight years of experience as a physical therapist, specializing in orthopedics and geriatrics. She has studied Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine for eight years at Emperor’s College of Traditional Oriental Medicine and is currently pursuing her doctoral degree.

Rekha Lund, LAc, MTOM, MPT, GCS provides Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) treatment that emphasizes balance of all the body’s systems. If these systems are in harmony, one will experience vitality, excellent physical & mental energy, peace of mind and ease of movement. When these mechanisms are out of balance due to injury, overwork, stress, or poor diet, unpleasant symptoms will manifest. Traditional Chinese Medicine’s value is in its ability to treat not only the symptoms but also the source of the ailment.

The World Health Organization and National Institute of Health recognize Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine’s role in benefiting the following ailments:

  • Acne
  • Allergies
  • Anxiety
  • Arthritis
  • Asthma
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Common Cold
  • Constipation
  • Depression
  • Diarrhea
  • Digestive trouble
  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Hot flashes-Menopausal
  • Indigestion
  • Infertility
  • Insomnia
  • Knee pain
  • Low Back Pain
  • Menopausal symptoms
  • Menstrual Irregularities
  • Migraine
  • Morning Sickness
  • Nausea
  • Neck pain
  • Night Sweats-Menopausal
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS)
  • Prostate problems (BPH)
  • Sciatica
  • Shoulder pain
  • Side effects of chemotherapy
  • Skin rashes
  • Sore throat
  • Stress-related disorders
  • Tennis elbow
  • Urinary tract infections

Description of Services

INITIAL CONSULTATION

The 90-120 minute initial consultation involves a thorough physical examination of the body, detailed medical and family history, and inquiry into subtle physical metabolic processes & mental clarity. Traditional Chinese Medicine utilizes the pulses on the wrist and observation of one’s tongue as important diagnostic tools. The pulse quality and tongue color offer insight into the individual’s specific disharmonies causing unwanted symptoms. The pulse and tongue will be examined upon the initial visit and will be closely monitored for change with each subsequent visit. A TCM diagnosis is made and dietary and herbal recommendations are prescribed to balance the system. Stretching, strengthening, and/or breathing exercises may be taught to alleviate pain, reduce stress, and increase mobility. Treatments such as acupuncture, moxabustion, and cupping may also be recommended based on the type of problem.

ACUPUNCTURE

Acupuncture is a 5,000 year-old branch of holistic Chinese medicine that has been used to help millions of people find health and wellness by activating the natural, self-healing abilities of the body.

Acupuncture is the insertion of very thin needles in specific points on the body to balance the flow of the body’s energy (Qi).

Acupuncture needles are very thin, thereby permitting a nearly painless insertion. You may feel some heaviness, distention, or tingling around the needle.

MOXABUSTION

Moxabustion utilizes a specific herb (Ai Ye) to warm acupuncture points. Moxa may be performed with or without acupuncture. A moxa stick is held over the acupuncture point until a warm sensation is perceived. This treatment is especially beneficial for certain types of pain, diarrhea, stiff joints, and infertility.

CUPPING

Cupping is a Traditional Chinese treatment that uses suctioned glass cups on the skin. Cupping is excellent for improving circulation and reducing muscle spasms and pain. This treatment is also traditionally used to improve the body’s ability to ward off a cold and expel phlegm once a cold has set in.

Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine

Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine has been in use for over 5,000 years. There are over 7,000 herbs identified and about 400 of these are commonly used in the U.S. Herbal formulas treat a variety of ailments and are an essential adjunct to any acupuncture treatment. Herbal & nutritional supplements and subtle changes in your diet can help alleviate or eliminate your ailment. An herbal & dietary prescription will be formulated specifically for your needs.

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Sacred Henna Tattoos ~ prices vary
Custom designs based on ancient healing & meditation are lovely to look at, & bring forth powerful healing & magick. Advance appointment required.

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Ear Coning $85 , 1 hr.
Ear Coning is an ancient, gentle, and relaxing practice intended to help remove excess wax as well as assist in the release of physical/emotional debris from the ears. Stacey’s gentle, non-invasive procedure is expertly performed in a relaxing setting. For appointments, contact Stacy at 818.503.5896

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