The initial session for ATMAM treatment will take 2 to 2 1/2 hours and includes a full intake with health history, nutritional intake, and further interview to identify patterns of imbalance and possible root causes contributing to the symptoms. We will then complete an evaluation of postural alignment prior to beginning the treatment on the table. The treatment itself is non-invasive, external treatment over the abdomen, back, and hips, as well as other areas of the body typically addressed during a massage session. At the end of the session, the client is instructed how to perform self-care abdominal massage techniques and any other self-care techniques (exercises, stretches, breath work) that are indicated for their particular situation. The client leaves with a packet of information reviewing the self-care technique, directions for vaginal steams (where indicated), directions for castor oil packs (where indicated), and forms for charting their menstrual cycle (packet varies for male clients, obviously). The ATMAM sessions include herbal and nutritional counseling and suggestions pertinent to that particular individual. 
Initial session: $125*

Follow-up sessions typically last 75 to 90 minutes and do not follow a set schedule. Ideally, clients are provided with the take-home self-care skills and information they need to comfortably perform the techniques and continue their healing process. For some individuals, they notice changes immediately and progress quite well, not needing to schedule their first follow-up until 2 months or so after their initial intake. For others, they are coping with stubborn scar tissue or more challenging symptoms which require the other ATMAM techniques one cannot perform through self-care alone; these individuals may return within a couple of weeks. In my experience, clients who are committed to regularly performing their self-care and following other recommendations (such as dietary changes, supplements, etc) see a dramatic improvement in their vitality, lessening of their symptoms, and continued progress in their healing process with significantly fewer follow-up visits. Other clients choose to have me perform the ATMAM for them and perform self-care less often; for these clients, we still see progress, but it is much slower going and requires more visits. I will meet you wherever you are and will support whichever direction you choose to follow in your treatment. During follow-up sessions, we will modify the treatment as your progress and body indicates, as well as tweaking the nutritional and herbal recommendations as needed. 
Follow-up sessions: $85* (up to 90 minutes)

To read more about Maya Abdominal Massage and Pilates, read the article in the April 2011 issue of Pilates Style magazine for which I was interviewed. Pilates Style April 2011

*Sliding scale fees are available based on financial need. Please contact me, and I will do everything possible to ensure you receive the work you need.