Kiema Massage
About
I am passionate about healing and I provide an extremely effective, healing and relaxing massage that provides lasting results and guarantees a positive change.
Hello! I'm Alexandria Kiema LMP,LA, the therapist behind the name Kiema Massage. I graduated from Cortiva Institute of Seattle March 2012. I have been steadily expanding my skills and knowledge base having worked with over a thousand clients, logging hundreds of hours studying and researching as I stay up to date on the best techniques and the latest research in my field. My passion is Massage Therapy, but I am a Therapist of the Mind, Body, and Soul as well. I understand that the stresses that affect our muscles have affected our hearts and minds first, and I believe that upon leaving the Kiema Studio, not only have you received an AMAZING massage, but your spirit has been uplifted and enlightened. Your outlook on life in general has changed! A feeling of empowerment has washed over you and now you can take on the world! These are the results of a truly successful massage. Uplifting the mind and spirit is a BIG part of relieving our bodies from stress and tension and I do my very best to get my clients to that point with every massage I perform.
I have spent the better part of a decade searching for the "best" massage - and I have found many therapists who I have deemed "excellent" at many things, but I have yet to find one who encompasses the ability to address ALL of my areas of stress while simultaneously giving a solid massage with long lasting results. I believe that years of experience, attention to detail, and the skill of adaptability(perfected over years with practiced trial and error), the small tweaks made as new information is learned and implemented, and the utilization of the entire "toolbox" of skills learned, sets the Kiema Signature Experience apart from the crowd as an Outstanding Massage.
I got into the field of massage therapy because I craved a way to help heal and soothe people in a holistic manner. I wanted to connect with people as a real person, not as a merchant, but as a human being, a Real person. I am a wife and mother, a young, fierce, independent woman of color intent on making her mark on the world. I want to meet people, hear their stories and leave a positive impression on their minds and an empowering impact on their lives. I want the clients who visit Kiema Massage to leave feeling and KNOWING that they are LOVED, CARED FOR, IMPORTANT and especially, that they feel heard. When I first got into the profession of Massage therapy, I felt then, and I still do now, that mindful touch is extremely powerful. Add to that a therapist who is a truly empathetic person, who mindfully pours positive energy into each muscle she touches, and she has ALL her attention focused solely on YOU. Rarely does anyone truly focus on each other now that there are so many ways to connect via electronic devices. Distractions are everywhere.... everywhere, except here in the Kiema Studio. Here, the focus is on You the whole time, every time.
The Kiema Signature Experience combines the Hawaiian modality Lomi Lomi with Swedish and Deep Tissue techniques to create a customized, unique massage for every client. No two massages are the same just as no two people are the same.
I am a real person. I have responsibilities at home, a family with 2 young kids (My oldest, Issiah, is 10 years old, my daughter, Lexi is 1 year old), many obligations and obstacles in my path, the same things most of us deal with every day! I am just like you! I am a real and genuine person with the goal of reminding you that the things You do matter, that Your needs are Important, and that there is a such thing as a pain-free, stress-free, relaxed, refreshed and rejuvenated life out there waiting for you! It all starts with a Kiema Massage.
Lets start on making it happen today.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I'm Alexandria Kiema LMP, LA! I specialize in Deep Tissue Lomi Lomi Massage and would love to help you remove your stress and tension. I have a unique style which blends several types of massage into an amazingly relaxing, incredibly therapeutic experience and have 8 years of unbroken experience honing my skills as a highly effective Injury Treatment and Relaxation Specialist. I recently moved my practice to Bellevue and I am open to taking new clients! So, when would you like to come in? I have openings on both weekdays and weekends and I am happy to help you get booked for an amazing massage today. Feel free to text message me at (425) 681-5345. I am looking forward to seeing you soon. 😊
I do accept Auto Injury claims thru PIP (Personal Injury Protection) Auto Insurance so if you have been injured in a vehicle related accident and have a claim open please let the front desk know and we can get you treated with no cost to you out of pocket, your insurance will cover your treatment fully!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a 2012 graduate from Cortiva Institute of Massage Therapy in Seattle, where I studied directly with and under instructors from the School of Brian Utting and Heida Brenneke (incredibly talented and highly renowned Massage Therapists). I completed a 1000hr program over 15months and simultaneously completed another 500hrs of Equine Massage training as an apprentice to Pam Connelley LMP, LA (a highly experienced and talented Equine and Myofacial therapist). And I mentored for 3 years with Tracy Gray LMP, a highly skilled, medical and injury treatment therapist whose very successful practice has been established for almost 30 years, and focuses entirely on medical and auto Insurance claims for clients who have been injured. I have worked alongside these talented, very experienced professionals and have implemented their best advice into my own practice. Prior to massage school, I graduated from Bellevue College with degrees in Psychology, Business and Biology and in preparation for a healthcare career as either an RN, a Radiologist or a Diagnostic Ultrasound Technician (I was not sure which path I would choose yet) I took Every science course and every anatomy and physiology, psychology and sociology course that Bellevue College offered. I continuously studied and earned BC credits and degrees from 2007-2012, while also building my family and preparing to launch my business once my license was received in early 2012.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your services? If so, please share the details here.
Prices are set based on the amount of time the client desires and if they choose to take advantage of the incredible Add-On services I have recently started to offer in my new Bellevue studio at Crossrosds Park Place. Typically, if there are no discounts or specials running, service pricing is as follows:
$85 - 60 mins Kiema Signature Experience
$125 - 90 mins Kiema Signature Experience
$165 - 120 mins Kiema Signature Experience
$35 - Fascia Blade Treatment (Added to Signature Experience Massages)
$40 (per area) Cellulite Smoothing with Fascia Blades
$90- Lyphatic Drainage (60mins)
$145 - Hot Stone Massage (75mins)
$85 - Pregnancy/ Side-Lying Massage (60mins)
ADD-ONs are at an additional cost and may add more time to the session depending on the service and Include:
- Gua Sha Blading, Cellulite Appearance Reduction Therapy, CBD Topical Treatment using Dragon Balm at a 1:1 CBD/THC ratio, Cupping, Lymphatic Drainage, Reflexology (Hands and Feet), Aroma Therapy, Focused Scalp and Facial Massage, and Hot Stones
*Discounts are offered when purchasing multiple sessions are a pacakge or as a VIP. Contact me for more info on how to save on your massage therapy journey.*
How did you get started in this business?
I was in school at Bellevue College in Washington state, focusing of a career in Healthcsre and with a passion for how the mind and body work. I took Every Science and Psychology class that BC offered and craved even more. I happened love working one on one with people, and I am a strong believer that to be free in America, one MUST own a business of their own. All these things together pointed me in the direction of masssge, and the moment I stepped into the environment that Btian Utting and Heida Brenneke had created at Cortiva in Seattle, I fell in Love with the profession. I was a natural and my prior knowledge and true passion for understanding how the mind and body work together gave me a deeper insight than most at how to effectively treat and heal my clients. I was organized and ambitious and had my business plan written and prepared even before I graduated or recieved my license, and once I did, I opened my business immediately and also started making connections with other therapists to learn from and mentor with. I LOVE my industry, and my passion for it just continues to grow each year!
What types of customers have you worked with?
I have worked with EVERYONE. There is nothing I havent seen yet. I embrace ALL types of people. I've worked on newborns, infants, toddlers, kids, teens, young adults, men, women, seniors, even very elderly clients with difficulties with mobility. I have visited Nursing homes to perform massage on the elderly who are experiencing dementia or memory loss, with clients of all shapes weight, heights, and sizes, some who have limited ranges of motion, some who are disabled and may use a wheelchairs. I have worked with people with amputatied limbs, burn victims, athletes (both professional and semi-professional league), pregnant women, clients with PTSD or experiencing/recovering from trauma or abuse, clients in recovery from substance abuse and/or human trafficking, corporate office workers, from CEOs and top executives, to laborers, mechanics, stay at home moms, competitive weight lifters, people with eating disorders, cancer patients who are in remission or recently diagnosed, diabetics, clients who want SUPER deep work, and clients who simply need touch therapy. I have worked with it all. I have ZERO issue with working with anyone and everyone, I can customize an amazing massage on the fly and make EVERYONE feel genuinely LOVED and cared for, no matter who they are or what they have experienced, 100% judgement-free. I love people and I am genuinely happy to help in anyway I can for any person I encounter.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a pro in your area of expertise?
I'd say you found her! I do think that I am the best person to help you with your pain relief and relaxation needs, but I do understand that convienience is very important too. If anyone is too far away to come try a Kiema Massage, I know many therapists who I can refer you to as well.
What questions should customers think through before talking to pros about their needs?
What results do they expect, and in what time frame?
Are the expected results realistic?
Are they willing to do stretching or exercises outside the massage time to maintain their progress?