Hi! I'm Cristina, born and raised in southern Brazil. Massage Therapy is a profession I've been associated with my entire life. When I moved to the U.S., I became certified by the State of Texas in 2009. Now with a combination of Brazilian and western skills, I'm highly trained in numerous massage techniques to deliver an invigorating and relaxing massage each and every visit. I love being a masseuse because I know that every aspect of a person's body, mind, and spirit benefits from receiving ma...

There are so many health benefits to a good massage. At one time the spa was the only place to go, but now clinics and hospitals recognize the health benefits of a professional massage. Why? When one suffers from pain or discomfort throughout the body, proper massage techniques can relieve this pain. For example: MUSCLE TENSION By increasing circulation and oxygenation of muscles, this massage technique will allow your muscles to relax, relieving the tension that has built up and lessening ...

Hot Stone massage is a specialized treatment integrating heated smooth volcanic stones throughout a basic massage session.  This technique of using heated stones dates back hundreds of years and can be an excellent way to loosen up the muscles so that the massage technique can be more penetrative to sore or inflamed muscles. Receiving a hot stone massage is a relaxing and healing practice that can often be more effective than traditional massage techniques. However, given the delicate and s...