Massage Therapy opens in Plainfield - The Hendricks County Flyer

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PLAINFIELD — Rachel Monday says she's always been a natural nurturer, but even as a stay-at-home mother she felt she didn’t have a large enough outlet for that nurturing energy.

“I have always been somebody who feels like she needs to help people … to heal people,” she said. “I could never be a doctor or a nurse because I can’t handle blood. Even after having children and spending time as a stay-at-home mom, I still felt like there was a void in my life. After having a massage for the first time, I had a lightbulb moment. That therapist was helping take away my pain and there was no blood involved.”

Monday logged on to Google, and started looking at massage schools. She visited Indiana Therapeutic Massage School, had a clinic massage and fell in love with the environment and the idea of becoming a therapist herself.

“I knew that’s what I wanted to do and within the first month of starting school, that void was filled,” she said. “Every time a client walks through my door and I place my hands on them and their shoulders are up and they’re tensed and they have those knots … after about 30 minutes, they just melt. At the end of the hour, they get up, they’re more flexible and they have a glow. It gives me a real sense of accomplishment.”

Monday, originally from Amo and now living in Plainfield, began working on clients in her home office after she graduated from massage school. Then things just got too busy.

“I began looking for a space because, not only do I have two kids who had to leave every time I had a client, but my husband has a metal art business that he runs from home,” Monday said. “My business was cutting into his work time, and my kids were just tired of leaving all the time. So I started looking for a space.”

Through a friend, Monday heard about a space available for rent next to Shirt Tales at 111 S. Center St., Plainfield.

“The next day I drove by and saw the 'for rent' sign in the window,” she said. “I immediately called the landlord and talked to him, and I signed the lease that day. It’s a perfect fit for me. I don’t need a huge space, but I still have plenty of it. The front area is very welcoming, and you can walk on back to the treatment room for complete privacy.”

Massage Therapy for Women has been open since May 1.

“Business is picking up,” Monday said. “I have a lot of referrals. My ultimate goal is to be busy enough to hire another therapist. I work on women only, but I do have several other therapists to whom I refer male clients.”

Monday says that her business is unique because she tries to welcome each client as if they are a friend or family member.

“No one is judged for any reason or made to feel uncomfortable,” she said. “I offer this nice, secure, safe place. My table is warm. My towels are warm. I have a variety of oils and creams from which clients may choose.”

Monday said she also has lubricant options for those with sensitive skin.

“I will listen to you,” she said. “I make sure to do an intake and find out what areas hurt, what’s bothering you and what you want me to avoid. I also get a thorough medical history. I’m very comprehensive with the intake process. I tailor each massage to the needs of each client. I take time to get to know my clients as individuals.”

Monday offers basic Swedish massage as well as many alternative therapies including reflexology, warm bamboo massage, gua sha and reiki. Add-ons such as aromatherapy, sugar glows and foot scrubs are also available. Therapeutic massage and prenatal massage (second and third trimester only) are available upon request.

Monday is state certified and insured by American Bodywork and Massage Professionals.

Massage services start at $65 an hour. New clients will receive $20 off their first one-hour massage, and established clients will receive a free one-hour massage for every two clients they refer.

Massage can help specifically address a number of health issues. Bodywork can possibly alleviate low-back pain and improve range of motion; assist with shorter, easier labor for expectant mothers and shorten maternity hospital stays; ease medication dependence; enhance immunity by stimulating lymph flow — the body's natural defense system; exercise and stretch weak, tight, or atrophied muscles; help athletes of any level prepare for and recover from strenuous workouts; improve the condition of the body's largest organ — the skin; increase joint flexibility; lessen depression and anxiety; promote tissue regeneration, reducing scar tissue and stretch marks; pump oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs, improving circulation; reduce post-surgery adhesions and swelling; reduce spasms and cramping; relax and soften injured, tired and overused muscles; release endorphins — amino acids that work as the body's natural painkiller; and relieve migraine pain.

For more information on Massage Therapy for Women, visit Monday’s website at rachelmonday-cmt.massagetherapy.com or call 341-4163. Find Monday on Facebook at Facebook.com/MassageTherapyForWomenStudio.

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