Touch of Intention Bodywork

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Introduction: Balance is intentional. A therapeutic massage or Reiki services by nationally certified and state licensed massage therapist, Amy Alward. I prefer to work on structural or mechanical aspects of a client's body, helping to restore balance. Education includes over 700 hours of study and multiple modalities, such as Swedish massage, deep tissue, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, sports massage, acupressure, kinesio taping and Reiki (including Reiki crystal healing, Reiki drumming and Reiki sound healing). Call outs are available to established clients. New clients are initially seen in the studio (500 S Sepulveda in Manhattan Beach).

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Hired 8 times

1 employee

12 years in business

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Deborah S.

Feb 13, 2013

My experience working with Amy Alward was wonderful. I am 58 years old, a lifelong ballet dancer and teacher. My body and muscles have seen much hard work. I was having back pains. I have never gotten a massage because in some ways I do not like strangers touching me. A massage changed all that. It seems I have been walking around with charlie horse in my legs, and calves that I was not even aware of. My hamstrings and hip flexers were so tight that it was creating a great deal of imbalance. An hour massage was so freeing and relaxing. I had no idea I was carrying around so much tension until it was released. I am quite sure she has extended the time in which I will be able to live, practice and teach my lifelong passion of dance. I will most assuredly reschedule some more appointments. I will drive the distance again. This was a very non threatening, healing and freeing experience.! if you are an athlete/dancer who needs work see Amy.

Tracey P.

Feb 13, 2013

Amy is an amazing masseuse. She has so much knowledge and talent when it comes to the body. Share the problem and she will help you find a solutions. Looking for a perfect massage to suit all types, Amy is the person to call.

Keith W.

Feb 19, 2013

For the past 3 mons I have been having stiffness in my shoulder due to a resent injury. I have had 2 sessions with Ms Alward. My shoulder is getting much better. She was very professional and knowledgable in her work. I surf professionally and was having a tuff time paddeling . Now I almost have full range of motion because of the work she has done with me.

Danielle P.

Oct 21, 2013

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It was such a pleasure to meet Amy! It's obvious that this is her calling; she has such a genuine interest in helping people to heal and she is a very gifted at what she does. Her hands truly are healing. We discussed what I needed in the beginning and she did a combination of Reiki and massage, which was perfect for me. My body and mind feel relaxed and renewed after our session. Something tells me I'll be back. ;)

Reiki Healing

Nicole S.

Mar 2, 2015

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Amy was amazing. She was compassionate and responsive during a very difficult family moment. My family member was dying in the hospital. She spent time with us, did her energy work, and helped him through this difficult time. She genuinely cares. It was a honor to have met her. I look forward to having the opportunity to see her soon. Thank you Amy! I will never forget your presence. You truly were a bright light during a very dark time.

Reiki Healing

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What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
A customer looking to hire therapeutic massage services should hire only licensed individuals; certified therapists are required to post their license number on any form of advertising. Therapeutic massage is something that requires planning and forethought on the part of the client and therapist, especially for the first consultation. Please be aware that initial bookings (especially for housecalls), will require some lead time and some communication prior to the session, while subsequent or follow up sessions can be booked more rapidly.