Happy New Year!

Clients due in on Monday, the first official day of my new venture. Tomorrow and Sunday I will be looking to finish a few details to make the space more welcoming and pull it all together. I also hope to take some pictures as well to share online and to help give some of you that extra push you need to make an appointment.

I look forward to being able to offer massage services in a space that I can be proud of and that as a client you can feel comfortable referring your friends and family to.

Wishing you all a very Happy New Year.

~Amber
Balanced Therapy, LLC

Ashiatsu

Being offered right here in Hernando County, Spring Hill Florida 34606...

Ashiatsu

 literally means foot (ashi) pressure (atsu) in Japanese

With bars installed across the room to help me balance on the table and move about my clients body I use my FEET to apply pressure to create a deeply relaxing and deeply therapeutic massage. Most beneficial on the back but can be applied on the legs, arms, hands, feet and neck as well. Truly a full body massage routine that will leave you feeling relaxed without the pain and soreness of a traditional deep tissue massage. 

This Video Link can give you a slight look on what to expect with Ashiatsu. Each treatment can be detailed to your needs and comfort level. Even combining Ashiatsu and traditional massage. At Balanced Therapy, we hope the addition on this service will allow us to offer you more and help you find the balance you are searching for. 

This is also termed as "bare foot massage" or "compression massage". 

Please feel free to call and ask questions, email with questions or concerns. I look forward to hearing for you and hope to see you soon. 

~Amber

Balanced Therapy, LLC

SHAKLEE

Hunting for both a vitamin that will keep up with my busy schedule and something I could be proud to say I use, I found Shaklee. Around for over 50 years, I was actually introduced to Shaklee about 10 years ago through my massage instructor. Now that I myself am in my 30's I see the benefits of taking care of myself and making good choices for myself and my kids. I am happy to say the Vitalizer is my favorite item currently and am sure more products will be added to that list as I discover the benefits of other products.

Ask me how Shaklee can help you find balance.

~Balanced Therapy, LLC

YOGA

We will start Yoga classes in mid to late January. We have had a few suggestions for times and days and would love to have more suggestions. Classes will be small, likely 4-5 Yogi per class. Classes will start at beginners levels with advanced postures added as needed or requested. These yoga classes will be very low key, easy and comfortable to attend. No pressure, not expectations, and all positivity! We have HIGH hopes for what we would like to offer and hope you will  make suggestions along the way.

Looking forward to seeing you!

~Balanced Therapy, LLC

Exciting New Year...

Post Cards in print!

Letters mailed out and business/appointment cards in print as well.

I am learning as much as I can about the website promotion. Thanks to family, friends, and clients the facebook account is being shared. I have linked and searching for links etc.

The main therapy room looks wonderful. Needs a few more touches. Also need to start working on the entry area and waiting/yoga space. I think you will LOVE it!

Pictures will be up soon! xxoo

~Amber

Thank goodness for 123.re.com!

Stock Photos from 123RF

Moving Forward

Balanced Therapy, LLC is moving full steam ahead.

Did a little browsing over the weekend to find some details for the office. I am in need of some rugs, 2 books cases, easily movable chairs and accent tables. The search is not going to well! Going to search some more on Monday, wish me luck.

I never realized how exciting and stressful this would truly be. I am so excited to be able to offer my massage services directly and promote myself as a therapist. It is such a breath of fresh air.

I am slightly hopeful that when the time is right I will find another therapist that is like me. With having two rooms available for services it would be ideal to help a fellow therapist and perhaps broaden the therapies that can be offered. I have searched by putting an ad on craigslist, that did not go so well. I hope to cross paths when the time is right.

The office looks wonderful, even with things being half empty. I hope to get the Ashiatsu bar up by this weekend. Volunteers to try it out NEEDED! ;)

We have gotten a few calls from people about Yoga. I wish we were ready! It is so nice though to get these calls and emails. Gives us incentive to push forward to do things right.

See you soon!

xxoo

It is OFFICIAL

Balanced Therapy, LLC was inspected yesterday by the Health Dept....and WE PASSED!

Last bit of details to finish as we wait for the license number.

So excited to see you soon!

xxoo

~Amber
Balanced Therapy, LLC

Still waiting...

Inspections are still at the top of my waiting list....Without these I cannot open. It has been just past 30 days since the state cashed my check. I am hoping this week to receive a call to set up inspections as this apparently is done by a 3rd party. I am "allowed" to call as they ask to wait 30 days since you mailed your application, and I decided to count 30 days since they cashed my check. I do not want to harass anyone...going to give it a few more days until I call. From what I can gather, I should receive a letter, then a call....I could still be waiting another 30 days!

Send me positive vibes!!!

xxoo

Massage

What to expect from a massage.

You should arrive about 10 minutes early for your appointment This will allow you to fill out the required paper work, give time to ask questions, and allow time for the therapist to explain everything. If you have any concerns or specific issues you may want to address this when making your appointment so both you and the therapist can be prepared. 

Most massage services take about 60 minutes. Depending what you have chosen and scheduled for, the time may vary. You should try to use the restroom prior to going in the room with your therapist. Trying to relax and having the urge to use the restroom makes for a very uncomfortable hour!

Express all your concerns and questions prior to starting your massage. This will allow you to feel more relaxed and will allow the therapist to focus on you without any distractions. Of course if you decide to chat with your therapist that is fine too, it is your time and you can either speak through out or stay silent and just relax. 

When you are brought into the massage room your therapist will explain everything. Most therapists ask that you remove all clothing, as you will be covered by a draping technique, using a sheet, blanket, towel, one or several of  the mentioned coverings. My rule of thumb is, if you do not want it covered in lotion, remove it. That goes for jewelry, undergarments, etc. Though you can keep on or take off what you are comfortable with, just know this makes it harder for your therapist to work around and may make it more difficult to relax. Most people do keep their underpants on. I find either way acceptable. At this time your therapist will instruct how to get on the table, if you will start face up or face down, and the general pattern that they will go. This will help you to relax and enjoy your massage with no surprises. This is also a good time to express any areas that you might like more attention to, like your feet or neck and shoulders. 

If your therapist is using too much pressure or not enough you should let them to know. Your therapist does not want to hurt you, but they do want to try and address your concerns. Communication is key. 

When your massage is finished, your therapist will let you know. They may give you more instructions, or encourage you to relax. You should take a minute or two and just relax before getting yourself dressed. When you leave the room your therapist will help you to check out and hopefully help you make your next appointment as well. 

One of the biggest questions and most difficult questions I get is about tipping. How much? What is the average? I feel this is a personal choice, think of the tip as a "thank you". Tips general range from 5- 20, and at times more. Of course not tipping is common to. My main concern is keeping you as a client, and knowing you want to come back. So big tips, little tips, no tips....rescheduling is my biggest compliment. 

Hope to see you soon!

~Amber

Balanced Therapy

Sunday, Sunday, Sunday

Oh wonderful Sunday. How you speed by too fast.

My weekend is over. Not even sure if it ever started. Monday back to the grind. The phone and internet will soon be installed.

Interviewed a nice therapist today. We will see what the future holds. Very difficult putting your trust into someone when your own livelihood is on the line. Still some time until I find out about the establishment license.Many things can change by then. 

The space is getting more and more inviting.  I cannot wait to invite current and new clients into the space.

See you soon,

~Amber
Balanced Therapy, LLC

Phone line....Internet....

Makes us that much closer to being official!!!!

Monday BrightHouse will be coming to the office to install internet and phone service. I hope it goes easy. So Balanced Therapy, LLC will have its own official phone number! And will happily have wireless internet!

Next things on the list, computer tower, printer, and the desk type thing I have been eying! Little closer everyday!

I have had yet another email about Yoga classes. Which is great. I wish the business was completely up and running! But good things take time, and I want to be sure the office looks its best before I welcome anyone in. It is getting there ;)

Today will be a good day!

See you soon,

Amber

AMAZING!

So, sadly I have no clear idea when we will officially  be open. Though it seems even without being open people are finding us. Which I am beyond GRATEFUL for. Just gives us that extra incentive to push forward and make the space that much more perfect.

We have had so far 4 calls/emails for yoga. As well as one call about the practice in general. So inspiring, I just hope we can meet their expectations and offer those future clients/students exactly what they need.

I hope Monday to find out if the key is available for the mail box. I am also hoping to get notification for inspections this week. Better said, "WHEN, I get notification for inspection this week, I will inform everyone!"

See you soon,

Amber
Balanced Therapy, LLC

Waiting...

And waiting....waiting is a long wait!

The office is slowing looking like a wonderful space. A few more things here and there and it will be picture worthy. I so look forward to sharing this space with friends, family, and my clients. You will all be so amazed and in awe of what each of you has helped me accomplish.

Thank you.

xxoo

~Amber
Balanced Therapy

Moving forward...

Another week well under way. I am still waiting for a key from the post office for my mail box, never heard back from the company about the sign. So not good business! I will try again, but that will be their last chance.

Called about phone and internet...boy do they get your cornered! Hopefully that will be taken care of next week.

One step closer!

xxoo

One day closer

Establishment licensed, SENT and they already cashed my check! Now we will be waiting on inspections.Next week I will apply for the salon license and again wait for that inspection!

Fire extinguishers installed! Must remember to check the emergency light or replace it! Trash cans in place, paper towels, toilet paper...check! Still a few things on the to do list but each day we get closer and closer.

Balanced Therapy is up and running and received wonderful feedback etc from visitors. Will have to tweak it now and then but so far so good.

I am so grateful for all the positivity in my life currently. As well as so grateful for those so willing to help and guide me through this stressful time.

xxoo

~Amber

www.balancedtherapy.com

IS LIVE... check us out.

www.balancedtherapy.com

Just sent in for our health inspections. So we look forward to being open in the next 30 days! Gotta get on the ball!

SOOOOO excited and so look forward to meeting and greeting in our new space.

xxoo

Links Worth Sharing...

Some of the best places to find info that I would like to share...

Gaiam live|learn|grow

Urbanyogis

Barefoot Masters

I am sure I will add more as time goes by....

Websites....

I have to give thanks to those friends and family who have offered and given help in building a website. I have taken the task upon myself after realizing what a big job that was to burden anyone with. So for more then a few days I have been working and stressing over a site for  my dear business, Balanced Therapy.

Going from super simple, to more complex, to simple but complex....and as much as you can do with a site builder for dummies. In this adventure I have a great respect for those of you that have this knowledge and pure patience of a God to deal with this on a daily basis.

So you may soon be seeing a final product of a website that will be used for Balanced Therapy. Never would I find myself so joyful as when after 10 hours today, finally got facebook to link correctly!

Amazing....and thankful for the help along the way.

xxoo

See you soon.
~Amber

Insert Mission Impossible Theme Song Here...

Dresser happily put together, except for the 2 pieces I will have to call and get replaced. Functional, looks nice..maybe have to be replaced down the road...! Things are moving ahead faster then I was ready for. But too fast is better then not at all.

I have been working on a new website and getting all the details put together. I am excited! It is amazing what a little get up and go can do!

Looking forward to seeing you soon.

~Balanced Therapy.

Agenda...

Well, between classes I hope to get over to our office to put together that dresser. It is a perfect compliment to the sheet set I have on my massage table, and I hope to find perfect accessories that will hold my skin care supplies and yoga material.

www.balancedtherapy.com is still work in progress but more in need of tweaking then anything. As is the office.

I also need to take down the sign at the door and sand it and get a new coat of paint on there too! Also still on the edge about the color for the bathroom...Pretty sure I am going with bamboo shoot (greenish). It is a small bathroom, but I want it to have a little character. maybe just paint one wall greenish and leave the others white?

Will have to add pictures soon!

xxoo

Getting Ready

www.balancedtherapy.com

Balanced therapy is getting one more day closer to opening day!

Cleaned up today and removed  trash that had been piling up from painting, new items, etc. Received a storage dresser from William that I hope to put together tomorrow. Another's months rent is out in the mail, lets hope we can plan to be open by the end of November. The office looks amazing even though it is mostly empty. I cannot wait for my clients to relax in this environment with a massage, skin care treatment, or yoga class.

Each day we get a little closer to things being just right. I hope to file fr inspection within the next 2 weeks. After that we will be open for business.

xxoo

See you soon.
~Amber

New Logo

www.balancedtherapy.com

massage therapy, skin care, yoga

Suppose 10 years in the making....

www.balancedtherapy.com

After over 10 years now as a massage therapist I am finally venturing out on my own.

 "When I hope at the end of November 2010 I will happily  be offering  massage therapy, skin care, and yoga services at a new studio located in Spring Hill, FL.With great thanks to the support of close friends and family it is sure to be a wonderful success."  <<<Positive thoughts!>>>

Look forward to talking to you and helping you make time for yourself.

Amber @ Balanced Therapy, LLC