EST. 2008
Gloria Schaefer
Licensed Massage Therapist
SINCE 2005
95 Allens Creek Road
Suite 23 (Building 2, first floor)
Rochester, New York 14618
methodical & rhythmic
Gloria is an individual practitioner of therapeutic massage offering Swedish, deep‑tissue, and prenatal massage with enhancements such as aromatherapy, hot stones, cupping, Gua Sha scraping, heat packs, hot towels, reflexology, Zen face massage, and Reiki.
With over twenty years of experience giving and receiving massage, Gloria has refined her techniques and business practices to be both enjoyable and effective.
Her core principle is to perform routines symmetrically, frequently switching sides so clients can follow the pattern, and treating focal areas through repeated techniques.
Gloria educates clients about trigger points and fascia as well as coaches clients to identify and modify lifestyle factors that cause or alleviate pain. She teaches self‑care routines—using massage tools, stretching, and forming healthy habits—to help clients manage pain and maintain progress between sessions.
location
directions
95 Allens Creek Road has a sign for Executive Square and Remax Realty. Drive to building 2 and park on either side of the building. Suite 23 (formerly Suite 3) is on the FIRST floor on the same side as the men's bathroom.
policies & guidelines
50% fee for short notice cancellations less than 36 hours and missed appointments
Protocol
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Strictly therapeutic. Any advances, inappropriate comments, or questions will result in the termination of service. Your questions can probably be answered with an internet search.
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Being late may result in a shorter session. If you are going to be more than 5 minutes late, please contact Gloria. If you are more than 15 minutes late and you cannot be reached, you have missed your appointment.
Requirements for Therapeutic Massage
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Age 18 or older.
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Speak English, please contact Gloria in advance if you are deaf or speak another language. Being able to communicate is important in the context of therapeutic massage.
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Able to lay facedown, capable of rolling over, able to travel and walk comfortably.
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Please contact Gloria in advance if you have any major medical conditions, recent injuries, or special needs.
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Please do not schedule within six weeks of surgery.
Contraindications for Therapeutic Massage
Local contraindications
(Massage may be performed around the contraindicated area.)
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Cuts or open wounds
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Bruises
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Bulging varicose veins
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Broken bones
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Burns
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Acute or flared-up skin conditions
Total contraindications
(Please cancel. As much notice as possible is appreciated.)
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Fever
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Contagious illness/disease
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Blood clots