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Thank you for your interest in my work and the care I offer. I am a licensed Massage Therapist with specialized training and certification in compassionate massage and therapeutic touch for individuals with special needs, those navigating cancer treatment or remission, and those approaching the end of life in palliative or hospice care.This work is deeply sacred to me. Every session is guided by intention, presence, and respect—offering a gentle pause in a world that can feel overwhelming, uncomfortable, or rushed. Through mindful touch, I create a safe and nurturing space where clients are invited to rest, soften, and reconnect with themselves. In this space, touch becomes a quiet companion—supporting peace, comfort, and a deeper sense of wholeness as each person honors their own unique journey.*****If you’re curious or seeking clarity, the FAQ offers thoughtful answers to the questions clients most often ask about massage and touch therapy in this capacity.Explore ABOUT to learn more about the heart, intention, and philosophy that guides this practice.Visit MEET YOUR THERAPIST to learn more about my background, training, and credentials.

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About MK Touch Therapy

This work found me slowly.Over time, through listening—to bodies, to families, to the spaces where words fall away and presence becomes everything. I came to understand that touch, when offered with care and intention, can be a profound source of comfort during life’s most vulnerable seasons.My practice is devoted to providing gentle, specialized massage and touch therapy for those navigating cancer treatment or remission, living with special needs, facing serious illness, or nearing the end of life. I work with people whose bodies require thoughtful adaptation, deep respect, and an approach that honors what is changing—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.While most massage therapy focuses on relaxation or musculoskeletal care, this work lives in a quieter place. It asks for patience, humility, and the ability to meet each person exactly where they are on that day. I chose this path intentionally, knowing that compassionate care for medically complex and tender populations is both uncommon and deeply needed.Specialized Training & ExperienceI have pursued advanced education in oncology massage, palliative and hospice touch therapy, and massage for individuals with special needs—training that goes beyond technique to include safety considerations, medical awareness, emotional sensitivity, and trauma-informed care.This means every session is adapted with care:
•    Pressure is adjusted thoughtfully
•    Areas of concern are approached with caution and consent
•    Energy levels, treatment side effects, and comfort are always respected
•    The body’s story is listened to, not overriddenI continue to learn, collaborate, and deepen my understanding, because this work carries responsibility. When someone places their trust in my hands during a fragile time, that trust is never taken lightly.What Sessions Feel LikeMy approach is slow, intentional, and grounded in presence.Sessions are never rushed or forced. Touch is offered as an invitation, not an expectation. Some days the work may be focused on easing physical discomfort; other days it may simply be about offering a calm, steady presence when the body feels overwhelmed.Above all, my goal is to help people feel safe in their bodies again—even when those bodies are changing, tired, or unfamiliar.Supporting Caregivers & FamiliesA meaningful part of my work is supporting caregivers and loved ones.Caregiving often comes with exhaustion, fear, and the quiet grief of wanting to help but not knowing how. I offer guidance and education when appropriate, helping caregivers learn simple, gentle ways to offer touch that feels supportive rather than intimidating—especially during the end of life.Sometimes touch becomes the clearest way to say I’m here when nothing can be fixed. I believe caregivers deserve support just as much as those they are caring for.A Practice Rooted in CompassionThis practice exists to serve people who are often overlooked or underserved in traditional massage settings. It is shaped by compassion, presence, and a deep respect for the human experience.Whether someone is in treatment, in remission, living with complex needs, or approaching the final chapters of life, my intention remains the same:to offer care that honors dignity, comfort, and connection.

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Your generosity helps create moments of comfort, dignity, and meaningful human connection during some of life’s most tender passages. Through compassionate massage and therapeutic touch, I offer gentle, intention-led care to individuals with special needs, those navigating cancer treatment or remission, and those receiving palliative or hospice support.This work is not only about easing physical discomfort— it is about being met with kindness when the body, mind, and heart feel most vulnerable. It offers a steady, caring presence when the world feels overwhelming, and gently reminds each person that they are never alone.Your donation directly supports the time, care, and attentive presence each session requires. It helps make this work available when it is most needed— allowing care to be offered respectfully, without rush, and rooted in dignity. Every gift matters, whether large or small, because each one helps make these moments of care and comfort accessible to those who seek it.Your generosity also quietly sustains the continued growth of this work. Each contribution becomes part of ongoing learning, research, and deep listening— allowing my work to continually evolve with greater sensitivity, wisdom, and grace. With your support, I am able to tend to my practice more fully, guided by both science and lived, hands-on experience— offering touch that remains responsive to the ever-changing needs of those I serve.Your support reaches beyond one person and one session. By donating, you join a sacred circle that allows this rare and specialized work to exist, and to remain open and accessible to all who seek it, wherever they may be.If you feel even a small pull to support my efforts, please know that your generosity is not only deeply welcomed, sincerely appreciated, and received with heartfelt gratitude, but your contribution truly makes a difference. Your role helps to transform the quiet and seemingly small moments of touch therapy into deeply felt and unforgettable expressions of kindness and compassion. These moments settle into the heart and remain indefinitely, becoming priceless memories of one-on-one connection that deeply comfort those navigating some of the most challenging times in their lives. That, in itself, is a profound gift, made possible only through your generosity.If this cause moves you, please click the secure donation link below. No matter the amount, your support ensures this meaningful work will continue.Thank you so much,
Meg

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General Massage & Touch Therapy FAQ

1. What is compassionate massage and touch therapy?
• Compassionate massage and touch therapy is a gentle, intention-led approach to care that prioritizes comfort, safety, and dignity. Unlike traditional massage practices, this work adapts to the physical, emotional, and energetic needs of each individual, offering soothing touch that supports wellbeing during times of illness, vulnerability, or transition. Rather than following a routine, sessions unfold slowly and are shaped by comfort, need, and choice.2. How is this different from traditional or spa massage?
• This work is slower, gentler, and deeply individualized. Techniques are adapted for medical conditions, sensory sensitivities, fatigue, pain levels, and emotional needs. The focus is not on fixing the body, but on offering comfort, ease, and support during times that may feel physically or emotionally tender. Touch is adapted moment by moment and always honors personal boundaries, while fostering a meaningful human connection in a safe and respectful way.3. Is massage and touch therapy safe for medically fragile clients?
• Yes. When provided by a therapist properly trained in compassionate and medically informed care, this approach is considered safe and supportive. Each session is guided by a detailed medical intake, careful listening, clear communication, and an ongoing awareness and attention to client comfort.4. What can I expect during a session?
• Sessions are calm, unhurried, and responsive. Clients remain fully clothed or comfortably draped, and are supported in positions that feel restful and safe. Touch may include gentle hand placement, light massage, or soothing lymphatic techniques. Positioning, pressure, and pacing are always adapted; pauses, silence, and rest are always welcome.5. How is care adapted for each individual?
• Care is always personalized and responsive and offered with deep attentiveness to the individual as a whole. Each session is shaped by the individual’s health history, energy level, physical comfort, sensory needs, and emotional state on that particular day. Techniques, pressure, pacing, and positioning are gently adjusted as needed, allowing care to meet the client exactly where they are.6. What training and certifications does the therapist have?
• I am a licensed Massage Therapist with specialized training and certification in compassionate massage and therapeutic touch for individuals living with cancer, those with special needs, and those receiving palliative or hospice care. My education emphasizes gentle, safety-centered approaches, thoughtful adaptation, and respectful, heart-centered touch.7. How do you ensure comfort, consent, and dignity during sessions?
• Comfort and consent are at the heart of every session. Clients are invited to share their preferences, sensitivities, boundaries, or any changes as they arise. Care unfolds at an unhurried pace, grounded in open communication and deep respect for personal dignity. Comfort is quietly and continually attended to, with touch thoughtfully adjusted as needed. Each session honors the understanding that needs may shift from moment to moment, and care responds with patience, gentleness, and respect.8. Where are sessions provided?
• Sessions may be offered in homes, hospitals, care facilities, hospice settings, or any other appropriate and supportive environment. Care is thoughtfully adapted to each setting to ensure client safety, comfort, and ease.9. How long are sessions, and how often is therapy recommended?
• Some clients benefit from shorter, more frequent visits, while others prefer longer, less frequent care. Recommendations for future sessions are addressed collaboratively, and always honor what feels supportive over prescriptive, with no pressure or expectations.10. What should clients or caregivers communicate before a session?
• Clients and caregivers are encouraged to share any medical history, diagnoses, treatments, medications, recent changes, areas of concern, sensitivities, or personal preferences that may help guide care. Open communication helps allows each session to be offered safely, comfortably, and with the highest level of support.

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For individuals currently in cancer treatment, post-treatment, or in remission, with information about safety, adaptations, and supportive care.

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Special Needs
For individuals with neurological, developmental, or sensory differences, and for caregivers seeking compassionate, individualized touch therapy.

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Palliative & Hospice
For those living with serious or life-limiting illness, and for families seeking comfort-focused, end-of-life supportive care.

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Oncology Massage & Touch Therapy FAQ

1. Is massage safe during cancer treatment?
• Yes—when provided by a therapist trained in oncology massage and thoughtfully adapted to your current treatment, energy level, and medical history. Oncology massage uses specialized techniques that are gentle, intentional, and responsive to your body’s needs. Pressure is carefully adjusted, areas of concern are respected, and each session is shaped around how you’re feeling that day. The goal is to support your body without overwhelming it, offering comfort, safety, and care during an ever-changing time.2. Is massage safe after cancer or in remission?
• Yes. Massage can be deeply supportive after treatment and throughout remission. Care remains individualized and takes into account surgical history, lymph node involvement, past treatments, and overall health and wellbeing. Sessions are designed to help your body reconnect, release lingering tension, and restore a sense of ease, trust, and safety as you move forward.3. How does massage differ for oncology patients?
• Oncology massage is not simply “lighter pressure.” It is a specialized approach that considers diagnosis, treatment history, side effects, surgical sites, and current health status. Techniques, positioning, pressure, and session length are all intentionally adapted to protect vulnerable areas while supporting the nervous system, immune system, and overall wellbeing.4. What can massage help with?
• Many people find that gentle, intentional touch helps ease pain and physical discomfort, soften muscle tension, reduce stress and anxiety, support better sleep, and alleviate symptoms such as nausea or neuropathy. Just as importantly, massage offers compassionate human connection—a sense of being held, supported, and cared for during a time that can feel uncertain or overwhelming. Many clients describe feeling calmer, more grounded, and emotionally supported after their sessions.5. How do chemotherapy, radiation, ports, or surgical sites affect massage?
• These factors guide how and where massage is offered. Areas affected by radiation, recent surgery, ports, lymphedema risk, or skin sensitivity are carefully avoided or adapted. Pressure, duration, and techniques are modified to ensure safety and comfort at all times.6. What information is needed in the medical intake?
• Your intake helps create a safe, supportive session. This typically includes diagnosis, treatment history, current medications, surgeries, ports or devices, side effects, and any concerns you’d like me to know about. Everything is handled with care, confidentiality, and respect.7. Do you work with medical teams or follow physician guidelines?
• Yes. I follow established oncology massage guidelines and, when appropriate, can align sessions with recommendations from your medical team. Your safety always comes first, and collaboration is welcomed when it supports your care.8. Is there any reason I wouldn’t be able to have a massage?
• Occasionally, yes. Certain conditions—such as infections, blood clots, very low blood counts, or other medical concerns—may require postponing or modifying a session. If massage isn’t appropriate at a given time, we’ll talk through options together and prioritize your well-being.9. How do chemotherapy, radiation, ports, or surgical sites affect massage?
• These factors guide how and where massage is offered. Areas affected by radiation, recent surgery, ports, lymphedema risk, or skin sensitivity are carefully avoided or adapted. Pressure, duration, and techniques are modified to ensure safety and comfort at all times.10. What information is needed in the medical intake?
• Your intake helps create a safe, supportive session. This typically includes diagnosis, treatment history, current medications, surgeries, ports or devices, side effects, and any concerns you’d like me to know about. Everything is handled with care, confidentiality, and respect.11. Do you work with medical teams or follow physician guidelines?
• Yes. I follow established oncology massage guidelines and, when appropriate, can align sessions with recommendations from your medical team. Your safety always comes first, and collaboration is welcomed when it supports your care.12. Is there any reason I wouldn’t be able to have a massage?
• Occasionally, yes. Certain conditions—such as infections, blood clots, very low blood counts, or other medical concerns—may require postponing or modifying a session. If massage isn’t appropriate at a given time, we’ll talk through options together and prioritize your well-being.

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Special Needs Massage & Touch Therapy FAQ

1. How is massage adapted for individuals with neurological or developmental differences?
• Massage is always individualized and guided by the unique needs, preferences, and abilities of each person. Sessions are adapted with care, patience, and respect, recognizing that every nervous system experiences the world differently. The focus is on creating safety, comfort, and choice at every step.2. Is touch therapy appropriate for non-verbal clients?
• Yes. Massage can be very supportive for non-verbal clients when communication is approached thoughtfully. Consent and comfort are assessed through body language, facial expressions, breath, muscle tone, and behavioral cues. Sessions proceed slowly and are guided by ongoing observation and responsiveness.3. How do you support sensory sensitivities or communication differences?
• Sensory preferences are carefully honored. Pressure, pace, temperature, positioning, and environmental factors such as lighting, sound, and scent are adjusted to reduce overwhelm. Communication may be verbal, visual, gestural, or supported by caregivers, allowing each client to feel understood and respected.4. Can caregivers or family members be present during sessions?
• Yes. Caregivers or family members are welcome to be present when it supports the client’s comfort and sense of safety. Their insights can be invaluable, especially in understanding communication styles, boundaries, and sensory needs.5. How do you build trust and safety with new clients?
• Trust is built gradually. Sessions begin with clear explanations, gentle pacing, and plenty of choice. There is no rushing—only an emphasis on predictability, consistency, and listening to the client’s responses. The client always sets the pace.6. Are sessions flexible in length, positioning, and structure?
• Absolutely. Sessions can be adjusted in length, positioning, and flow to meet individual needs. Massage may take place seated, lying down, or in other supportive positions. Breaks are welcome, and structure remains flexible and responsive.7. What benefits can massage offer individuals with special needs?
• Many clients experience reduced muscle tension, improved body awareness, decreased anxiety, and a greater sense of calm and grounding. Massage may also support circulation, comfort, sleep, and overall wellbeing—while offering positive, respectful touch that can feel regulating and reassuring.8. How do you respect boundaries and consent?
• Consent is ongoing and foundational. Touch is never assumed. Clear permission is obtained before beginning and continually reaffirmed throughout the session. Clients are encouraged to change their minds, pause, or stop at any time—without explanation.9. Can this therapy support emotional regulation and relaxation?
• Yes. Gentle, attuned touch can support nervous system regulation, helping clients feel safer in their bodies. Many individuals experience improved relaxation, emotional balance, and a greater sense of ease both during and after sessions.

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Palliative/ Hospice Massage & Touch Therapy FAQ

1. What is the role of massage and touch therapy in palliative or hospice care?
• In palliative and hospice settings, touch therapy is not about fixing or changing the body—it’s about supporting comfort, dignity, and presence. Massage becomes a way to ease suffering, offer calm, and remind someone they are still held, still worthy of care, still seen.2. Is massage safe at the end of life?
• Yes, when provided by a therapist trained in palliative and hospice care. Sessions are always adapted to the individual’s condition, energy, and wishes. Touch is slow, intentional, and responsive, with safety and comfort guiding every choice.3. How does touch therapy support comfort and quality of life?
• Techniques are minimal and highly customized—light hand holds, slow compressions, gentle foot or scalp work, breath-paced strokes, or simply resting hands with intention. Clients are never required to change position, and sessions often happen fully clothed in bed or chair.4. Can massage help with pain, anxiety, agitation, or restlessness?
• Massage and touch therapy may help reduce the perception of pain and support relaxation, emotional ease, and a sense of safety. While it does not replace medical care, it can be a meaningful complement in calming anxiety, agitation, or restlessness5. How do sessions change as a client’s condition changes?
• Sessions evolve moment by moment. As energy decreases, sessions may become shorter, quieter, and more focused on presence rather than technique. Touch follows the client’s needs—sometimes active, sometimes simply still.6. Can family members be present during sessions?
• Absolutely, if the client wishes. Family presence can be deeply comforting, and sessions may also offer family members a moment of peace, connection, and reassurance during an emotionally tender time.7. How does touch therapy support emotional and spiritual wellbeing?
• At the end of life, touch can communicate what words no longer can—care, reassurance, love, and acceptance. It may support emotional processing, reduce feelings of isolation, and create space for reflection, meaning, or quiet connection.8. How do you approach touch with sensitivity, respect, and consent at the end of life?
• Consent is ongoing and always honored, whether expressed verbally, non-verbally, or through subtle cues. Touch is offered slowly, with deep listening—to the body, the breath, and the person as a whole. Every session is guided by respect, compassion, and the understanding that this time is sacred.

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Certifications

Meg Kristine, LMT, OMT, MMP, CIMI, CPMT, MLD-C
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