Welcome to Hirai Healing, offering balance and relief from pain, stress and tension via holistic massage therapy.
Customized treatment for each client
Jaina creates a customized treatment for each client based upon their needs and desires. She draws from her training in medical massage, swedish, deep tissue, shiatsu, reflexology, osteothai, energetic balancing and pregnancy massage to provide a holistic, yet goal-oriented session.
Treatments
THAI/SHIATSU FUSION
Thai/Shiatsu massage operates on eastern principles of energetic balance of the body/mind/spirit. Gentle stretching, holding and leaning of body weight along the traditional energy meridians improve and harmonize the body's energetic flow, circulation, flexibility and posture. Palms, thumbs, knees, elbows, and feet provide varying types of pressure, and uplifting aromas stimulate the senses. Loose clothing is worn for this oil-free massage, performed on a supportive, heated mat. Recommended for low back tension, to increase flexibility, and for long-lasting peace of mind.
DEEP TISSUE
For relief from aches and tight muscles due to work or working out. A fluid combination of trigger point therapy, myofascial release, thumb, forearm, and elbow work incorporating sports massage.
This treatment is given on a heated massage table, and customized based upon your lifestyle, occupation and postural condition. Deep tissue massage may cause muscular soreness for 1 to 24 hours after the session. By the second day the muscles will be softer, more flexible, and the knots will be reduced in size or gone completely.
SWEDISH/CLASSIC/SPA
This light, gliding massage with oil and aromatherapy increases circulation and relaxes the entire body. This massage is designed to relieve stress and tension without deep work or soreness, using palms, fingers, and forearms. It is performed on a heated massage table, and is distinct from the Deep Tissue session in that it is suitable for all ages, for new mothers, and persons who want a gentle introduction to massage.
THAI REFLEXOLOGY
A 75 minute massage devoted entirely to every surface of the feet and lower legs. this treatment encourages restful sleep, moves energy throughout the body, and the ground below feels like clouds afterwards. Recommended for cerebral types who need to reconnect to the ground, as well as dancers or athletes who use their feet heavily. Available as a full length treatment or as a 30 minute addition to a table massage.
PRE-NATAL
Pregnancy causes shifts in temperature, blood flow, tissues, bones and organs. Pre-natal massage for the expecting mother eases swollen ankles, aching back, relieves stress,
insomnia and brings joy and tranquility to both mother and baby.
This massage is performed on the traditional massage table, in the side-lying position recommended by health professionals. The client may decide if she wishes to receive aromatherapy or heat during this massage.
CHI NEI TSANG
Literally translated as "working the energy of the internal organs", Chi Nei Tsang is an ancient Chinese belly massage which uses a combination of steaming warm herbal compresses from Thailand, gentle kneading, and pressure from fingertips. This treatment is both relaxing, stimulating, nurturing and challenging, Excellent for those who seek detoxification for the organs, skin and digestive tract, as well as hormonal and emotional balance.
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About
Jaina Hirai is a Japanese/Italian/Polish-American massage therapist who loves to nurture her body and the bodies of others. She received her Associate's Degree in Massage Therapy in 2006 from the oldest massage school in the United States, The Swedish Institute. She has been massaging professionally in New York and Berlin since 2007.
Jaina creates a customized treatment for each client based upon their needs and desires. Her techniques range from feather-light flow to intensely deep acupressure and trigger point, based upon the client's preference and tolerance. Using organic essential oils for scent and for slip, Jaina relaxes both the mind and the muscle simultaneously.
In order to provide the highest level of attention and service, Jaina accepts only 15 clients per week. She keeps her body fit and happy with a monthly massage as well as contemporary dance, vinyasa and restorative yoga, and pilates. Jaina regularly exchanges ideas with other bodyworkers and fitness professionals through trades and continuing education. Her massage style is always shifting and sharpening based upon everything she experiences in life.