Over the last few weeks, I have struggled with whether to continue working during the COVID-19 health crisis. I firmly believe that massage therapy is an important part of maintaining both physical and mental health, something that is more important now than ever before. I am also committed to serving the best interests and needs of my clients. I have made every effort to ensure that my office and equipment are thoroughly cleaned between each client and to welcome only healthy clients through my doors.
However, yesterday both of the major professional organizations that represent massage therapists (the American Massage Therapy Association and Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals) announced that they are now recommending that all massage therapists close their doors for the time being. This announcement, in combination with the fact that I am about to enter the last trimester of my pregnancy and am therefore at elevated risk of medical complications, has forced me to the unfortunate but necessary decision that I must temporarily suspend my business. Effective immediately, I am blocking online booking and cancelling all appointments for the next two weeks. I will make decisions about further cancellations as events unfold.
Please know that I will remain available by phone or text if you have any questions about self-care during this time. Gift certificates for future appointments will continue to be available, but please bear in mind that I will be taking maternity leave during the summer months.
In this rapidly changing situation, please be sure to get your information about the crisis directly from reputable sources such as the CDC in order to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.
Take care of each other and be well.