Business Details
17 Years
experience
Your Trusted Massage Therapy in Burlington, VT
Lakeside Massage and Bodywork has been dedicated to holistic wellness since 2009, specializing in myofascial release and craniosacral therapy. Our founder, Brooke Minetti, combines over 15 years of clinical experience with advanced certifications from institutions like the Upledger Institute and John F. Barnes PT to address chronic pain and fascial restrictions. We prioritize personalized care, integrating therapeutic massage, cupping, and IASTM to create tailored sessions that promote nervous system regulation and structural alignment.Our approach emphasizes both scientific rigor and intuitive healing, supported by Brooke's dual expertise as a Physical Therapist Assistant and certified massage therapist. We serve clients in Burlington, VT, with a focus on prenatal care, trauma recovery, and preventative wellness, maintaining strict adherence to Vermont's professional standards for ethical practice.
Services
Myofascial Release
Craniosacral Therapy
Prenatal Massage
Clarity Head and Face Treatment
Total Clarity Package
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We combine 15+ years of clinical experience with advanced myofascial certification
- Our sessions integrate therapeutic massage, cupping, and IASTM for comprehensive care
- Specialized prenatal massage techniques support maternal and fetal health
- Continuing education ensures cutting-edge treatment protocols
- Ethical practice aligned with Vermont's strict professional standards
Associations and certifications
- John F. Barnes PT
- Upledger Institute International
- D'Ambrogio Institute
What people say
Highly skilled and knowledgeable
Amazing and tailored
Helped with chronic shoulder pain
Profound healing experience
Expertise in fascial work
Services
Myofascial Release
This technique applies sustained pressure to fascial restrictions, eliminating pain and restoring tissue function. By addressing the interconnected web of connective tissue, it resolves misalignments and releases trapped emotions or toxins. Sessions create permanent structural changes through visual assessment and targeted manual therapy.
Craniosacral Therapy
Gentle manual techniques improve central nervous system function, reducing pain and swelling while enhancing circulation. Particularly effective for trauma recovery, this therapy releases soft tissue restrictions through non-invasive methods that benefit both physical and emotional well-being.
Prenatal Massage
Specialized techniques support maternal health through side-lying positioning and targeted pain relief. Addresses pregnancy-related discomforts while enhancing fetal circulation and preparing the body for childbirth through evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
Clarity Head and Face Treatment
Combines craniosacral techniques with facial massage to relieve sinus congestion and TMJ pain. Uses warm towels and botanical oils to release emotional stress while improving circulation and muscle tone in the head and neck region.
Total Clarity Package
Integrates facial therapy with full-body massage using enhanced oils for complete relaxation. Designed to reset the nervous system through sequential application of hot towels, craniosacral work, and myofascial release techniques.
People
Brooke Minetti
LMT, PTA
Certified massage therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant with 15+ years experience in myofascial techniques. Completed advanced training at Upledger Institute and John F. Barnes PT. Specializes in trauma recovery and prenatal care.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We specialize in chronic pain, fascial restrictions, prenatal discomfort, TMJ issues, and trauma recovery through targeted bodywork techniques.
What should I wear during sessions?
Loose clothing is recommended for craniosacral therapy. For myofascial assessment, bring shorts and a sports bra for proper visual evaluation.
Are prenatal massages safe?
Yes, our prenatal sessions use side-lying positioning and evidence-based techniques to safely support maternal health throughout pregnancy.
What's your cancellation policy?
50% fee applies for cancellations with less than 24-hour notice. Please arrive 5 minutes early to ensure full session time.
How long are treatment sessions?
Sessions range from 60-90 minutes depending on treatment type. Craniosacral therapy is 60 minutes, while full body packages last 90 minutes.
What certifications do you hold?
Certified through John F. Barnes PT, Upledger Institute, and D'Ambrogio Institute with ongoing continuing education in myofascial techniques.
