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Customized Massage Therapy & Holistic Healing Services in Flagstaff
Holistic Bodywork Design is a Flagstaff-based wellness practice founded on over 35 years of combined experience in integrative medicine and holistic healing. Our founder, Heather Bostian, leverages her expertise as a nationally certified massage therapist, certified hypnotherapist, and master gardener to deliver personalized therapeutic sessions. We specialize in combining traditional techniques such as myofascial release, craniosacral therapy, and visceral manipulation with energy work and mindfulness practices. Our approach emphasizes the body-mind connection, addressing chronic pain, emotional trauma, and stress through customized treatment plans.We maintain a strong commitment to client education, teaching self-care techniques like lymph drainage and breathwork. With a focus on E-E-A-T principles, we demonstrate authoritative expertise through client testimonials, transparent service descriptions, and evidence-based methodologies. Our practice reflects decades of professional experience, prioritizing ethical client-centered care and measurable health outcomes such as improved mobility, reduced inflammation, and enhanced emotional well-being.
Services
Massage Therapy
Hypnotherapy
Yoga Sessions
Reflexology
Aromatherapy
Craniosacral Therapy
Visceral Manipulation
Thai Yoga Bodywork
Ananda Hatha Yoga
Bare-Foot Gardening
Highlights and features
- 35 years of experience in integrative bodywork and holistic healing
- Our team includes nationally certified massage therapists and hypnotherapists
- Personalized sessions combining 16+ therapeutic techniques
- Specialized programs for chronic pain, emotional trauma, and stress management
- Teach clients self-care techniques for long-term wellness
Associations and certifications
- LMT (Licensed Massage Therapist)
What people say
Changed my life
Immediate effects
Healing practices
Post-surgery recovery
Spiritual energy
Services
Massage Therapy
Customized therapeutic sessions combine myofascial release, deep tissue work, and energy flow techniques to address chronic pain and musculoskeletal issues. Our approach integrates traditional Chinese medicine principles with modern physiotherapy for improved circulation and mobility. Clients receive personalized treatment plans targeting specific concerns like postural imbalances, sports injuries, or stress-related tension.
Craniosacral Therapy
Gentle manual therapy focuses on the craniosacral system to alleviate headaches, neck pain, and nervous system disorders. This subtle technique enhances cerebrospinal fluid movement, promoting deep relaxation and facilitating the body's self-corrective mechanisms. Sessions help reduce stress-related conditions and improve sleep quality through comprehensive nervous system regulation.
Visceral Manipulation
Specialized abdominal techniques address organ dysfunction and digestive issues through precise manual contact. This therapy improves organ mobility, enhances blood flow to internal systems, and reduces chronic pain patterns caused by surgical adhesions or postural imbalances. Patients experience improved digestion, reduced inflammation, and better overall systemic function.
Hypnotherapy
Certified hypnosis sessions target habit modification, stress management, and emotional healing through guided trance states. This evidence-based approach facilitates profound behavioral changes for smoking cessation, weight management, and trauma recovery. Sessions incorporate subconscious reprogramming techniques to address root causes of chronic stress and emotional blockages.
Reflexology
Strategic pressure application to foot and hand reflex points alleviates systemic pain and promotes organ-specific healing. This non-invasive therapy improves circulation, reduces stress hormones, and addresses chronic conditions like migraines and digestive disorders. Sessions incorporate meridian theory for enhanced energetic balance and targeted pain relief.
People
Heather Bostian
Licensed Massage Therapist
With 35 years in holistic healing, Heather combines massage therapy, hypnotherapy, and traditional Chinese medicine. Nationally certified with a Master's in Fine Arts, she specializes in trauma recovery and chronic pain management. Her integrative approach has helped Flagstaff residents achieve lasting wellness through personalized treatment plans.
Questions
What types of massage therapy do you offer?
We provide myofascial release, craniosacral therapy, visceral manipulation, reflexology, and Thai yoga bodywork. Each session is customized to address specific needs like chronic pain, sports injuries, or stress management.
How does your integrative approach differ from standard massage?
Our methodology combines 16+ therapeutic techniques with energy work and mind-body practices. Unlike conventional massage, we incorporate hypnotherapy, breathwork, and client education on self-care techniques for comprehensive healing.
Do you accept insurance or offer payment plans?
Currently we operate as a cash-only practice. Many clients use flexible spending accounts for services. We recommend contacting your insurance provider directly to inquire about out-of-network coverage for alternative therapies.
Can you help with post-surgical recovery?
Yes, our visceral manipulation and lymphatic drainage techniques specifically aid post-operative healing. These methods reduce scar tissue adhesions, improve circulation, and accelerate recovery while addressing both physical and emotional aspects of healing.
What should I expect during my first session?
Initial consultations include comprehensive health assessments followed by tailored treatments. Sessions begin with client education about the chosen therapy's benefits, and we incorporate homecare recommendations to optimize long-term results.
Are your services suitable for chronic pain management?
Absolutely. Our practitioners specialize in chronic pain conditions through myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and structural realignment techniques. Many clients report significant improvement in pain levels and mobility after consistent treatment plans.
Reviews (3)
Rachel P.
Jul 17, 2020
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This lady is absolutely out if her mind. She goes in people's private messages and tells them she hopes them and their kids burn in hell. She went into another woman's dms and called her c**t and other vile things, you ask why? Becuase the woman commented to another woman where she got her mask. You heard that right. She went into other people's dms to tell them black lives don't matter and so much more. I don't know if she's a bad person but she definitely is not mentally stable what so ever.
Kim S.
Mar 29, 2019
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Heather is absolutely amazing at what she does. She has an incredible gift for healing on all levels. I've never experienced a massage with the depth that Heather can access in the physical body as well as the subtle/emotional. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a massage that gets to the source of the issue of the tightness and holding patterns we carry.
Debbie M.
Aug 05, 2015
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I would really like to spare others from the embarrassment and rudeness of this individual. My daughter went to her twice and had to reschedule her next appointment. Well Heather was having no part of it. Not only did she send me a private Facebook message, and then blocked me from being able to respond, but she continued her rant on how I was trying to skip out on paying her. On top of being rude and insulting, she is a bully. Spare yourself from her. She says that no one else offers what she does (cranial sacrium therapy ) , but that too is a lie. Do your research and steer clear of this woman
