Wesley Haferkamp

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Massage therapists are the medical professionals you can't wait to go see!

My Background:
I am in independent massage therapist trained at Arcata School of Massage and I employ techniques from Swedish/Spa massage, Deep Tissue Manipulation, Thai Yoga Massage, Myofascial Release, Chinese Pressure Points (acupressure), Neuromuscular Repatterning, Sports Massage (training and recovery) and countless other influences. I work out of the Isis Healing Arts in Sunny Brae (Arcata) but I am happy to travel to anyone's house so they can get treatment in whichever space they choo...

My Background:
I am in independent massage therapist trained at Arcata School of Massage and I employ techniques from Swedish/Spa massage, Deep Tissue Manipulation, Thai Yoga Massage, Myofascial Release, Chinese Pressure Points (acupressure), Neuromuscular Repatterning, Sports Massage (training and recovery) and countless other influences. I work out of the Isis Healing Arts in Sunny Brae (Arcata) but I am happy to travel to anyone's house so they can get treatment in whichever space they choose. Book online or call for alternate times!

My Work:
I typically work best at medium to heavy pressure, though I can use light-touch energy work techniques depending on client need. I like to tell my clients what work I think they need so they are not surprised while trying to relax. I have most of my experience treating the following:
-Feeling of being overburdened by your body (even sitting feels like too much work)
-Postural/movement issues (long term stiffness/soreness with no obvious cause)
-Post injury treatment and restoration (after the inflammation has died down)
If none of these are what you need feel free to call and ask about my skills or to get a reference, I have many friends in the massage community!

About Me:
I have given massage since I was 12 years old, helping my family with muscle pain, and it is the only work I ever want to do. I have lived in Arcata for ten years and have no plans of leaving, I love the natural beauty and the incredible variety of personalities you meet here.

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Where I Work
Available Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Wesley Haferkamp
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830 G street #230 (upstairs)

Arcata, CA 95521

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Licenses
Massage

CA # 75800

Education
2017

Arcata School of Massage

ASM 650 hour program

Experience
Bodywork

Arcata School of Massage - Clinic therapist

After graduating at the Arcata school of Massage I worked as an intern there for several weeks. For nine months after that I worked as a clinic therapist while building a private practice. Most of my sessions focus on increasing a clients mobility by identifying and loosening bound tissue that restricts healthy joint movement. Medium to deep pressure Swedish Massage is typically what I use to warm tissue, followed by slow compressions mixed with joint mobilization (range of motion.) To treat certain muscles issues I will use Thai Yoga inspired stretches that show your body exactly what is stuck. I typically have to apply trigger point technique to the muscles of the neck (or anywhere else I find trigger points) which often provides a notable change to the comfort and mobility of neck and shoulder joints. I have significant experience in relaxing/spa style Swedish massage, and can focus any amount of time just achieving a feeling of total relaxation. Alternately, I can pick one or a few major problem areas and spend the entire time focusing on treating the specific pains you live with. Just tell me what you need!

REVIEWS for my Bodywork services

by Anonymous on Nov 24
Fantastic experience from an intentional, focused, and hard-working healer. Very therapeutic for my body; a real journey as opposed to something that just felt good (though it did feel good!) A bonus: Wes' active communication throughout sent me away with specific information about what was going on with my body and how I could help heal it.
by Tibora on Jun 05
My body feels better after visiting Wesley!
by Rachele on Apr 23
I always leave feeling so much better.
by Cate on Apr 09
I work with my body to produce work for income. Wesley has been my go-to body worker for the last 7 years. I went through 6 other body workers with disappointment before I decided to stay with Wesley. He brings the endurance, stamina, depth, consistency, knowledge and care I need. I highly recommend!!!
by Nikki on Feb 15
Amazing! Been going to Wes for years. He listens to what pressure and areas need therapy. He's happy and easy to talk to about what you need in your massage.
by Anonymous on Jan 26
It’s more than just a massage. There’s some real body work happening here. I left walking taller, and I can hardly wait to get back!
by Shelli on Oct 20
Definitely recommend
by Anonymous on Oct 12
Great massage, small private room in larger building. Really listens to your needs and is very knowledgeable in his bodywork.
by Anonymous on Jul 09
So appreciate his professionalism!
by Kimiko on Jun 10
Wesley gave me one of the best massages that I have ever had in my life! His deep tissue massage was amazing, and he was very communicative and open to feedback throughout the whole process. It was a mix of feeling both challenging and relaxing, which is exactly what I want from my massage. I feel like Wesley was very attuned to the needs of my body, and his skills are exceptional. My body felt great for weeks after! I will definitely return and recommend him to others.

SPECIALTIES: Bodywork and Massage techniques I perform

Bodywork & Massage

  • Swedish/Myfascial release

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Wesley Haferkamp

830 G street #230 (upstairs)

Arcata, CA 95521
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