“Take care of your body, it's the only place you have to live.”
Northern Bliss Massage & Wellness
TREATMENTS
SWEDISH RELAXATION MASSAGE
De-stress and unwind during this full-body massage with light to medium pressure to increase circulation and sooth muscle tension. 90 minute treatments may incorporate additional modalities including acupressure, reflexology or targeted deep tissue if requested. Treatment is provided lying down on a massage table.
60 Min - $75/ 90 Min - $110
DEEP TISSUE
Therapeutic deep tissue bodywork focuses on specific problem areas to create more balance and ease-of-movement in the body. Medium to deep pressure is used to soften the network of fascia tissue to improve posture, flexibility, range of motion, energy levels, at the same time providing relief from tension, aches, pains and stiffness. Treatment is provided lying down on a massage table.
60 Min - $85 / 90 Min - $125
WELLNESS & HEALING THERAPY
Restore balance through the mind and body with this healing Reiki/energy work massage.This holistic approach uses hands on (acupressure) and hands off (Reiki) touch and sound healing to awaken your body's innate healing abilities. This simple, yet powerful treatment, brings balance and clears stagnant areas of energy in your body and can bring relief to physical and/or emotional pain, alleviate chronic illness and accelerate the healing process after any type of medical or holistic treatment.
60 Min - $75 / 90 Min - $110
INFRARED SAUNA
Wellness is within reach because infrared's healing light energy has been proven in many ways to help our bodies feel better. Whether you want to increase circulation, sweat out toxins, boost your metabolism, improve cellular health and overall immunity, increase heart health, or just warm up, a 40-minute session will boost your body, mind and spirit.
40 Min - $35 / 4-pack of 40 Min sessions $125
PRENATAL (PREGNANCY)
A prenatal massage is a great way for expecting mothers to find relief and relaxation. Prenatal massage can relieve aches in your back and neck, leading to a better night’s sleep. It improves circulation, reduces nervous tension, and can help relieve depression and anxiety. Remember to speak to your OBGYN first to decide if prenatal massage is right for you. Massage can be received on a massage table, seated in a chair or through reflexology, however the client is most comfortable.
ASHIATSU
Ashiatsu is a massage technique that involves the application of the therapist’s feet, rather than the hands to deliver deep compression, long gliding strokes, and/or assisted stretching.Ashiatsu techniques are assisted by the use of bars and a can also be performed with the therapist seated on a chair. The pressure ranges from light to very deep depending on the client's preference. For more information about Ashiatsu, call us or click to read.
VIBROACOUSTIC THERAPY- inHarmony Music Sound Lounge
The ultimate soothing experience that will transport you into a fully immersive meditative state like you’ve never felt before. Session is experienced while laying on a sound bed, fully clothed. It's recommended that you wear comfortable clothing. Blankets and pillow available, but you may bring in your own as well.
You’ll hear and feel vibrations through headphones and the tactile transducers that are built into the Sound Lounge itself. Your brain puts you inside the music for a fully immersive sound experience.
Sound Lounge session for targeted conditions
While the inHarmony Sound Lounge is powerful in and of itself, it is meant for generalized health benefits. Vibroacoustic Therapy, while it may seem new has been around for over 40 years. It's becoming more popular and has an increasing amount of scientific research behind it for a multitude of health conditions. Having customized, research-based therapeutic sessions with Ali, a Certified Vibroacoustic Therapist is highly recommended if you want to address specific conditions.
For more information and the science behind vibroacoustic therapy, call us or click to read.
Pricing varies based on session, see More Info page.
60 Min - $75
ABOUT
Welcome to Northern Bliss Massage & Wellness. I'm Ali Smith, a Licensed Massage Therapist, Holistic Health Practitioner and Certified Vibroacoustic Therapy Practitioner. As a massage therapist I recognize the inherent healing capabilities of the human body and work through massage and the power of intuitive touch to facilitate positive physical and emotional changes for my clients.
In today’s busy world, where we can be connected 24/7, providing ourselves with very little rest or time to recharge and heal illness or injury, it is vital to overall wellness to slow down, listen to our physical bodies and be kind to our emotional and mental beings. Bodywork is an essential component to maintaining a healthy physical body, aging with wellness, reducing our reactions to stressors and keeping the mind sharp. Stress and illness are factors that are growing in frequency for many, taking effect on everything from our sleep, energy levels and decision making, our capacity to be present, ability to avoid or reduce disease states and our inability to feel in balance.
I specialize in and have a passion for therapeutic Swedish massage (Circulatory), incorporating acupressure and meridian work (Tui Na), energetic bodywork, reflexology, therapeutic stretching, and techniques from additional modalities like deep tissue, decompression therapy (dynamic cupping), lymph drainage and craniosacral massage, based on the needs of my clients. Regardless of a client’s bodywork needs, I enjoy creating an environment in which you are able to wind down into deep relaxation.
Training includes: 2017 200 RYT (Registered Yoga Teacher) Sanctuary OC, 2019 Reiki Levels 1 & 2 natural healing techniques and esoteric acupressure used to improve physical, emotional, mental and spiritual wellbeing, 2018-2020 Holistic Health Practitioner Program (1000 hrs.), Ashiatsu Certification- Barefoot Trainer's Ashiatsu (2023), sound healing practitioner, past member of Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals and current member of American Massage Therapy Association. Licensed (LMT) in Michigan. Previously Certified (CMT) in California. Certified Vibroacoustic Therapy Practitioner. Cannabis educated and knowledge of folk herbalism.
INFORMATION
LOCATION
419 Johnston Street
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
Currently unable to take NEW clients for massage, unless you are booking with an existing gift card, due to a full schedule.
For appointments with Ali, Northern Bliss Massage, call/text: 906.259.0014
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HOURS
Northern Bliss Massage
Summer 2024:
Massage & Bodywork Hours
Monday- Friday, Sunday
by appointment only
Sauna Hours
by appointment only
Vibroacoustic Therapy- Sound Lounge Hours
by appointment only
GET IN TOUCH
with Ali at Northern Bliss Massage
August/September 2024: Currently unable to take new clients for massage (unless you have an existing gift card to redeem) due to a full schedule. New clients may book Sauna or Vibroacoustic sessions by submitting the form below.