About Carrie
I am absolutely dedicated to enhancing the health of my clients by the application of personalized massage therapy. I incorporate elements of traditional swedish massage, myofascial release, reiki and biodynamic craniosacral therapy. I delight in relieving pain and stiffness and helping people re-connect their mind, bodies and spirits in a serene and peaceful space.
Carrie Mercogliano, LMT
Professional Member AMTA
Graduate of the Center for Natural Wellness, Albany, NY
518-248-2363
Therapist Who Cares
Massage is good for your body, but it is also time to just relax and unwind. Come take a break.
Experienced Knowledge
Having trained in a variety of modalities, I can help you pick a style that fits what your body needs.
Modalities
Swedish Massage
Swedish Massage – is now known as “traditional” massage. In the 1820’s a Swedish by the name of Per Henrik Ling developed the first method of massage through his study of physiology, gymnastics and massage technique borrowed from China, Egypt, Greece and Rome. Swedish Massage includes long gliding strokes, kneading, friction, tapping and shaking motions. It is effective for most ailments because massaging the skin, the body’s largest organ, sets up a chain reaction that produces a positive effect on all layers of the body. It affects the nerves, muscles, glands and circulation and health and well-being
Chair Massage
Chair Massage – When a 10 or 20 minute relaxation session is needed, this is the technique for you. You are fully clothed in a special chair designed to relax you. The chair is completely portable. I am available to come to your office or business or to provide a relaxing massage for guests at a party or come see me at the Spa City Farmer’s Market in the Lincoln Bath House on Sundays 10:00-3:00.
Neuromuscular Therapy
Neuromuscular Therapy – is a method of relaxing muscle spasm, increasing circulation and defusing “trigger points” which are intense kinds of muscle tension that often refer pain to other areas of the body. When a trigger point is under excess emotional or physiological stress it often responds by throwing a muscle into spasm. The therapist erases the spasm by pressing on the appropriate trigger point using fingers, knuckles and/or elbows and then re-educates the affected muscle to its normal resting relaxed condition with special exercises designed for each individual problem.
CoreStone Massage
CoreStone Massage – These stones are made from soapstone, nature’s best thermal conductor. When they are integrated into a traditional massage they provide a silky, deep, uniform and profoundly relaxing pressuhere which cannot be achieved using the hands alone. They provide a way for the therapist to deep release of muscles without creating any additional pain or trauma to the tissue.
Reiki
Reiki – is a very light touch therapy which directs healing energy to troubled areas of the body.
Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy
Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy – The experience of this light touch therapy can be deeply profound. It provides a rare and beautiful opportunity for deep relaxation and self-reflection as it mobilizes the self-healing ability we all have at our core.