The Rivas Signature — 90 minutes

The Rivas Signature is Al’s most balanced and comprehensive session—and the recommended starting point for most clients. Blending Japanese traditional bodywork, therapeutic techniques, and somatic therapy, Al works beyond the immediate area of discomfort to identify and address patterns of tension and restriction throughout the body. Somatic therapy brings attention to the connection between physical sensation, emotional experience, and the stories the body may be carrying. Al is known for creating a space where people feel safe enough to open up. Clients often share parts of their story that they are seeking to heal from, and Al listens with care, presence, and respect. That listening becomes part of the work—not as a substitute for therapy, but as a way of honoring the whole person while helping the body release what it has been holding. The additional time allows for a more thorough, unhurried treatment incorporating deep therapeutic pressure, trigger point work, myofascial release, stretching, somatic awareness, and cupping when beneficial. Rather than following a fixed routine, every session is shaped around your body, your needs, and how you respond to treatment. Ideal for: chronic tension, recurring pain patterns, stress, restricted movement, emotional holding, physical recovery, and anyone looking for a deeper therapeutic experience. Most Clients begin here.