Finding Your Authentic Self in the Valley
“Your Authentic Self,” the first independent wellness center in the Valley, is having a preview opening for the highly trained staff to introduce themselves to the community.
Waitsfield, Vermont September 5, 2009 — “Your Authentic Self” is a distinctive fusion of spa and wellness services. This intimate spa facility caters to only three guests at a time focusing on the wellness and maintenance of the health of body/mind and the environment in which that body/mind lives.
This boutique-style space above Waitsfield Pottery provides customized manicures, pedicures, massage and body treatments, haircuts, up-dos and make-up applications (featuring Jane Iredale). With a small staff of five, the professionals at the center are able to provide personal attention to the specific needs of the guest. Services include a full range of organic and natural spa services for men and women from all geographic areas and all walks of life specializing in bridal showers and gift programs (“Spa Finder” gift certificates can be redeemed here).
What makes this space so unique is that it is the only center in the state of Vermont providing what millions have experienced in their homes already: complete wellness systems of sleep, air, water and nutrition. These products and supplements are from a Japanese company called “Nikken”. Nikken products feature innovations that set them apart from anything else on the market. They combine traditional wisdom with modern technology and advanced engineering. The result is a product line that represents practical solutions for dealing with life’s everyday challenges. “Your Authentic Self” is an exclusive provider of Nikken Wellness products, which are available to purchase/order as well as other cosmetic and beauty/body-care line.
The center is also the only place in the valley offering unique Japanese magnetic massages. These magnetic massages are done on a massage table and are fully clothed. Magnetic Equalizing Technology is a principle based on the fact that human contact with Earth’s magnetic field has been disrupted and attenuated by the artifacts of modern civilization. This technology seeks to counterbalance that effect, and produce an environment that more closely corresponds to the natural magnetic field that has surrounded humans for millennia. Reduced pain and tension, increased circulation, energy, and flexibility as well as a general deep sense of relaxation are experienced.
Enjoy complimentary coffee/tea, home-made pastries, and oxygen water as well as barley grass shots and a super charged anti-oxidant drink (for a nominal fee) before or after a treatment. All bodywork sessions include one free enhancement such as one of our custom blends from “Candles & Creations” for aromatherapy or herbal eye “tea” pillows. The goal of the center is to provide a nurturing and supportive environment for each person to maintain or discover their inner and outer beauty. Arriving as a stranger and leaving as a friend, the wellness center is for people who want to leave the insanity of the world behind and possibly just find, your “authentic” self.
About “Your Authentic Self”:
Mary Rodgers, Owner, Licensed Cosmetologist/Esthetics, Sound Healer, Certified Reiki Master — Mary is professionally trained in manicures, pedicures, and healing with sound and Reiki. She utilizes these modalities as a medium in helping others to not only look good, but also feel good.
Experiencing severe childhood abuse and then suffering a near fatal brain aneurysm at the age of 39 accelerated her healing journey. She knew if she recovered from the coma and rehabilitation, she must assist others in their process to rise above their turmoil. Mary supports the belief that each person’s body has the innate ability to heal and be well. With patience, persistence and guidance, Mary holds the mirror up for each person to take responsibility for creating harmony in their lives. Her networks of Medical and Alternative practitioners are highly trained and work as a team to nurture and support each person’s rate of growth and healing.
Debra Davidson, AP, CMT, Certified Acupressure Massage Therapist and Wellness Consultant — Debra had a passion for the healing arts from a very young age. Her specialty is Acupressure Meridian Massage. This healing touch reduces pain and tension, increases circulation, energy, and flexibility, eliminates toxins, strengthens the immune system and allows the body to relax deeply. Debra believes in upholding the utmost ethical standards of professional draping as well as strict confidentially.
Debra received training at the Universal Institute of Healing Arts, in Montpelier, Vermont and is very proactive in teaching her clients how to take charge of their own health and well-being. She assists them in understanding their balance and abilities to deal with their own life around what circumstances brought them to her in the first place. Her philosophy is based on the five pillars of health for mind, body, family, society and finances. “When the body is addressed as a whole unity, then whole solutions can be offered.”
Christina Currier, Licensed Cosmetologist, Hairdresser — Christina is the owner of “Do or Dye” hair salon in Montpelier, Vermont, and will be joining “Your Authentic Self Wellness Center” once a week to continue building upon her growing clientele.
Christina is well known for her award winning wedding, prom and special occasion styles. With great ease, she has the ability to stretch from classic conservative to fun and edgy often in the same cut. Christina loves bringing out the beauty in everyone and her experience and skill caters to all ages.
Micaiah Adams, Licensed Cosmetologist, Hairdresser — Micaiah is an experienced cosmetologist specializing in men’s haircuts. She earned a second place title in the hair national competition “Skills USA.”
Micaiah loves to personalize hair to guests’ needs and lifestyles so they can look their best. She specializes in highlights, up-dos, coloring and braiding to give unique salon experiences.