about Rachel
I am the spouse of Karen (aka Ratchet),
kitty mom to Zipper, and a forever student of massage, the enneagram, and life. I am a life-long, die hard Minnesotan. Give me all the seasons please. I love who I am becoming and try to make peace with who I have been. I am hopeful, grateful, blessed.
I come to massage therapy through my own health and healing history, which is still very much a work in progress. I am passionate about creating space for others to consider their own relationship with their bodies.
I love God and believe They (the original they/them) are the One True Healer. My work is grounded in that belief. I belong to a community of faith that gives me hope. I'm not weird or pushy about how or what I believe I just like to mention it because it’s a part of what makes me, me. If you are looking for a place to try, I’d love you to join me sometime.
I hold space for all, and for me all really does mean all. No exceptions.
With love, which is actually the only real thing.
about my style of work
I am a graduate of Northwestern Health Sciences University (NWHSU) specializing in relaxation (Swedish) massage, reflexology, Reiki and healing touch. My approach to bodywork is based both in science and energy.
I am currently continuing my studies in Reiki, reflexology, acupressure, and Shiatsu.
Some tools I call upon to help with the work we do together are:
varying levels of pressure and pace
aromatherapy
hot stones
gliding cups (cupping)
hydrotherapy (hot and cold)
I am committed to helping people develop a deeper connection with their bodies and giving them the ability to live their one wild and precious life to its fullest.
Current clients describe my style as tuned in, connected, and attentive.
Working at Massage Minnesota, I am able to offer massage that aligns with my deep belief that massage therapy IS healthcare. I work with a team of other therapists whose styles are different than mine. I love that I can speak to those differences and can (and will) refer if I cannot do the work YOU need. It is collaborative, generative, and in no way competitive which is another reason why it feels like such a great fit, for me and for you.
With prices starting at $69 it is my hope (and one of their core values) that more people can get more bodywork more often. I believe good quality, affordable health care is a right and I am proud to be a part of a massage therapy practice who puts their guests needs first in this way.
about Massage Minnesota
why nest?
I love the feeling of being held. I don’t think I am alone in that. My very first memories are of my mom holding me, touching my face, and counting my freckles.
My last name is Swan. When coming up with a name for what I do, I looked for what already was true of me, what already described who I am and how I see my role as a massage therapist.
My astrological signs helped point me in a good direction: both my sun and moon are in the sign of Cancer. My nature to nurture was written in the sky from the beginning. My last name, Swan, deepens the symbolism: swans are devoted, graceful, hard working, and instinctive nest-builders. Add in the fact that I am an Enneagram 2 (helper) with a strong drive to care for others, and the name Nest was less of a decision and more something that already is and truly fits.
Come, be, rest.
nest.
