Business Details
8 Years
experience
Holistic Massage Therapy in Tacoma, WA
Laura Camner is a dedicated holistic massage therapist committed to supporting clients in achieving optimal health and well-being through personalized bodywork. With over a decade of experience in somatic practices and movement facilitation, Laura integrates her expertise in Swedish, Shiatsu, Tui Na, and prenatal massage to address both physical and emotional needs. Her practice emphasizes the interconnectedness of body, mind, and spirit, tailoring sessions to individual goals such as stress reduction, chronic pain relief, and enhanced vitality. Certified by the California Massage Therapy Council (CAMTC) and trained at the McKinnon Body Therapy Center, Laura combines technical skill with intuitive touch to create a healing environment. Her approach prioritizes client comfort, using techniques like acupressure and neuro-muscular reprogramming to restore balance and promote self-awareness.Clients consistently highlight her ability to blend firm, therapeutic pressure with nurturing care, fostering deep relaxation and emotional clarity. Lauras practice reflects a lifelong commitment to intentional living, community building, and compassionate healing. She believes that when the body feels supported, individuals are better equipped to make wise choices, cultivate healthy relationships, and lead fulfilling lives. Her work extends beyond massage to include Biodanza instruction and sound healing, further enriching her holistic offerings. With a focus on accessibility and client-centered care, Laura ensures each session aligns with the unique needs of the individual.
Services
Swedish Massage
Shiatsu
Tui Na
Acupressure
Prenatal Massage
Neuro Muscular Reprogramming
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We are CAMTC-certified with over 18 years of somatic practice experience.
- Our sessions integrate multiple modalities tailored to individual needs.
- We prioritize intuitive, client-centered care for physical and emotional healing.
- Clients report significant relief from chronic pain and stress after sessions.
- We combine technical skill with compassionate, mindful presence.
Associations and certifications
- CAMTC
What people say
Great touch
Deep relaxation
Relief from chronic pain
Highly skilled
Gifted healer
Services
Swedish Massage
Swedish massage uses long, flowing strokes and deep circular movements to promote relaxation and energize the body. This technique improves circulation, reduces muscle tension, and restores balance to bodily systems. Ideal for stress relief and general wellness, it is performed on a massage table with oils or lotion.
Shiatsu
Shiatsu applies pressure and stretching techniques based on traditional Chinese medicine to harmonize Qi (life energy). By stimulating meridians, it alleviates pain, reduces stress, and enhances vitality. Performed through light clothing on a floor mat, sessions adapt to individual needs for invigoration or calm.
Tui Na
Tui Na combines vigorous pressing and kneading techniques to address chronic pain and energy imbalances. Rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, it targets joints, muscles, and meridians to improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and support the body's self-healing capacity for physical and emotional wellness.
Prenatal Massage
Prenatal massage addresses the unique needs of expectant mothers, easing back pain, swelling, and stress. Techniques promote circulation, reduce anxiety, and enhance comfort during pregnancy. Sessions are tailored to ensure safety and relaxation for both mother and baby.
Neuro Muscular Reprogramming
This technique targets deep muscle patterns to correct postural imbalances and alleviate chronic pain. By reprogramming neuromuscular pathways, it restores alignment, improves mobility, and enhances functional movement for long-term relief from tension and discomfort.
People
Laura Camner
Massage Therapist
Laura Camner is a CAMTC-certified massage therapist with over 18 years of experience in somatic practices. She graduated from the McKinnon Body Therapy Center and integrates Biodanza and sound healing into her holistic approach. Her work focuses on body-mind-spirit integration for stress relief and chronic pain management.
Questions
What types of massage do you offer?
I offer Swedish, Shiatsu, Tui Na, acupressure, prenatal massage, and neuro-muscular reprogramming, all tailored to your specific needs.
How can massage benefit my health?
Massage reduces stress, alleviates chronic pain, improves circulation, enhances sleep, and promotes emotional balance by harmonizing body-mind-spirit connections.
What should I expect during a session?
Sessions begin with a brief consultation, followed by personalized techniques performed on a table or floor mat, using oils or through light clothing as needed.
Are you certified and experienced?
I am CAMTC-certified with over 18 years of somatic practice experience, trained at the McKinnon Body Therapy Center in Oakland.
How often should I schedule appointments?
For chronic issues, bi-weekly sessions are recommended. Maintenance visits can be monthly or as needed based on your wellness goals.
