Dean Atkins, LMP

Specialties

No fluff here. I get DEEP to the root of your pain.

I begin every session by asking how I can make it perfect for you. I will carefully listen to your goals for the session and provide you with exactly what you need to heal.

My approach to massage is quite different than most therapists. I use a wide variety of techniques based on your individual needs. I do not have a ‘cookie cutter’ approach or a ‘one size fits all’ to each client. I am confident that I can relieve or eliminate your pain and tension ~ whether you’ve been recently injured, experience occasional soreness and tension or suffer from chronic pain.

I specialize in Deep Tissue Massage for acute/​chronic pain, injury treatment, car accidents (whiplash), headaches, strains and sprains, medical massage and sports injuries. I begin most sessions by applying heat packs to the areas of your body that I will be working on. It feels amazing and will calm your muscles and nervous system. You will slowly feel the muscles start to unwind. During the massage I will use the exact amount of pressure to relieve your tight and sore muscles. I moderate my pressure according to your tolerances. As your muscles begin to relax, I will use more advanced techniques to get to the deep muscles that may be causing your pain…

History

Established in 2013.

While I am relatively new to practice in Thurston County, I have years of experience to help relieve your pain.

Meet the Business Owner

Dean A.

Business Owner

A graduate of Bodymechanics School of Myotherapy & Massage, I specialize in Neck, Shoulder and Back related treatments including deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, structural bodywork, injury treatment, medical and sports massage therapy.

During my career as a licensed massage therapist, I’ve seen the number of people contending with painful neck and shoulder pain increase dramatically. It seems as if everyone is carrying the weight of the world on their shoulders… literally!

I see the same defensive posturing manifesting predominately in the neck and shoulders, as a result of the stressful environment we now live in. When you get stressed, afraid, worried, anxious or even excited, the shoulders often tend to rise up and engage the muscles in your upper back, shoulders and neck. When your muscles are overused, they tend to shorten, which inhibits blood flow and your body’s ability to heal itself.

You don’t have to hurt any longer. I can help.