In short Myo refers to massage techniques that involve myofascia, the connective tissue that stabilizes, encloses, and separates all the muscles in our bodies. This is how dysfunction in one part of the body can have an impact on a seemingly unrelated area.

Myofascial techniques are based in Phenomenological Physiology, the meaning our body makes from our experiences. Each session is an opportunity to help your body towards specific functional goals. Together, we give a voice to parts of the body that cannot speak, attending to pain, tension, numbness, softening, heaviness, and other sensations as they arise, methodically providing a reset and framework to improve feel and function.

I primarily utilize Myofascial Release: precise, directionally focused pressure releasing tightness and pain, and Neuromuscular Reeducation: training the nervous system to redevelop normal, controlled movement patterns and release long-term tension and restrictions in movement.

We’ll begin by clarifying your goals, then spend 60 to 90 minutes in precise, collaborative work. At the end, we’ll review next steps in your treatment plan.

While some techniques may bring brief discomfort, clients are often surprised by how relaxing this focused process feels. Please share if anything causes physical or psychological unease. Targeted heat is recommended after each session.

• Targeted bodywork for pain, posture, and dysfunction
• Slow, precise pressure – methodical and deliberate
• Active participation through breath, movement, and awareness
• Helps unwind long-held injury or stress patterns
• Often insurance eligible

We’ll begin by setting your intentions, then drop into three hours of uninterrupted, immersive bodywork. At the end, we’ll consider how to carry the effects forward.

This extended process allows your body to settle, recalibrate, and release long-held strain. Clients often describe it as profound, grounding, and surprisingly transformational. Heat is strongly recommended post-treatment.

• Full-body work including lotion and gliding flow
• Slow, meditative pace that engages your whole system
• Moves between deep release and trance-like stillness
• Supports recalibration – physical, neurological, emotional
• Extremely limited: only one session offered per day

My name is Jo Elan (they/them). I’m a white, trans-non-binary, queer person. I am autistic, body-positive, trans-affirming, and trauma-informed. I graduated from the former Somerset School of Massage Therapy, received my advanced training & neuromuscular certification with Kristen Curnan LMT BCTMB, and have been licensed in Washington state since 2011.

Besides my work at the clinic, I teach Massage Theory & Practice at Bodymechanics School of Massage & Myotherapy. I take great delight in each class I teach, extending the reach of positive touch as a tool for practical change in our challenging world.

I offer mentorship to LMTs to create an inclusive space for working with 2SLGBTQ+ clients and/or further specialization in Myofascial Release and Neuromuscular Reeducation techniques. 

I love helping others find their best selves. We will work together to schedule virtual meetings or in-person intensives. Sessions start at $210. During this time we will set specific functional goals for your practice the same way we do for massage clients to help them grow and thrive. 

I’m happy to help!

$210 per standard area-specific 90 minute session (subject to insurance if applicable).

For best results, a course of six to eight sessions is recommended, however, you can have ongoing treatment for as long as you choose. Insurance sessions are limited at the discretion of the company and subject to specific functional improvements. I currently accept Regence, Kaiser, TriWest, PIP, L&I and out-of-pocket payments. You can submit to your insurance for direct reimbursement for out-of-network massage therapy services. If you intend to bill your insurance, please contact your insurance provider to verify that my services are eligible for reimbursement.

$600 for the 3 hour full body session (out-of-pocket only).