therapeutic massage & bodywork

A combination of myotascial release, trigger point massage, Shiatsu, stretching, and joint mobilization are used to promote muscle relaxation, decrease pain, increase circulation, aid with soft tissue injury prevention and rehabilitation, maintain and/or increase range of motion, and manage the physiological effects of stress by deactivating the sympathetic nervous system (fight or flight) and activating the parasympathetic nervous system (rest and digest).

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reiki

Reiki & Energywork encourage the flow of vital energy, engage a person's energetic field, and support the body's natural healing ability, often resulting in ease, resolution, clarity, and sometimes curiosity.

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energetic bodywork

Energetic Bodywork utilizes techniques from Five Elemental Shiatsu, Polarity Therapy, Chakra Balancing, and Energy Medicine to encourage the flow of Chi or Qi, the body’s vital energy. Sessions involve conscious engagement of the musculoskeletal system, fascial system, and nervous system, with a hands-on approach to the body and its subtle energies.

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craniosacral techniques

CranioSacral work calms the nervous system and enhances the body’s natural healing ability. Craniosacral Techniques are used to address a number of health issues including but not limited to stress, headache, high blood pressure, anxiety, depression, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism, and sensory processing issues. This work also helps with chronic pain and fibromyalgia.

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"Allegra always asks about any special needs and what I am hoping to get out of the session. She is sensitive to my needs with respect to pressure, muscle groups for focus, comfort, special needs, etc. I have always been satisfied with my treatments from Allegra and feel that each session is a mind treatment as much as a physical treatment. I don't feel like a "patient" being worked on by some random practitioner, but rather it's like we have a massage partnership where she is sensing my needs, and I am responding in my mind.

During my sessions, I feel calm and relaxed, and in the moment. By focusing on each movement or technique used, I am able to achieve a high state of relaxation and calmness. Allegra always brings soothing music to each session and is sensitive to the client's needs with regard to sound, temperature, and lighting."

~ John (client since 2014)

The distance [reiki] session with Allegra was incredible. I felt like I released something I had no idea I was even carrying. I felt so light after the session. Usually, when I get through a healing crisis from energy work, it's brutal, but with this session, I felt so held throughout and after. Thank you so much.

~Saliwe T., Zimbabwe

I had a very positive experience with Allegra at SomaFlows. She is very gifted with energetic bodywork and Reiki. As a provider, Allegra is grounded and highly attuned, anticipating and intuiting your needs and providing a holistic wellness experience that reaches your energetic core. I have a high amount of trust in her, and she makes it easy to simply let go and be held and supported. The space is clean and pleasant, and it was just the right temperature. I will be booking again! Thank you for sharing your gifts and well-honed skills!

~Chad N.

My session with Allegra was so helpful. The craniosacral techniques she used helped my body get into greater alignment (I can feel a change in my posture & how I hold myself), and I had a big somatic release that felt like terror or dread leaving my body. I felt significantly calmer and more grounded after the session. Allegra is very attuned, empathic, and skilled with these healing modalities she uses. It is nice to have a provider I trust who works on such a deep level.

~Ryan M.

the practice

Please consult a physician before beginning any new therapeutic practice. CranioSacral Techniques, other forms of bodywork, Energywork, and Reiki are not replacements for medical treatment. Diagnosis of injury or medical condition is out of the scope of practice for Registered Nurses and State of Maryland Licensed Massage Therapists. If you are suffering from an acute injury (within 24-72 hours of the event) or if there is inflammation present, please consult a physician prior to making an appointment with SomaFlows, LLC.