Massage Therapy in Kauai, HI

Kaua’i is proud to have MANA MASSAGE Kaua`i – respected and recommended by Kama’aina and visitors alike! Manima and her ohana are caring and skilled Licensed Massage Therapists offering quality massage and Advanced Integrative Bodywork & Energy Work with the touch of compassion and Aloha.

Hawaii Licensed Therapist

Manima

Licensed and practicing 40 years, Kauai Massage Therapist Leslee “Manima” Dancosse, LMT, is truly a Master massage therapist/Body worker/Energy Worker; she has a holistic Mind/Body/Spirit awareness, and the presence of deep Compassion in her touch… She is the founder and director of Mana Massage Kaua`i, one of the first massage offices on Kaua`i. “You and I begin the session with your “intention”. I listen carefully, and with presence, sensitivity and compassion I assist you, using advanced Bodywork techniques, relaxation massage, feather-light Craniosacral or Energy Work to address your needs that day, in that moment."

Her initial studies began in the 70’s with Yoga and Pranayama (breathwork) at the Integral Yoga Institute founded by Swami Satchidinanda, then in 1980 on the Big Island of Hawaii with noted HAWAIIAN LOMILOMI MASSAGE specialist and teacher “Aunty” Margaret Machado; onto MYOFASCIAL RELEASE (studied with John F. Barnes, P.T.); TRIGGER POINT; DEEP TISSUE and EMOTIONAL RELEASE studied with Barry Green, PhD; SPORTS MASSAGE, (Myk Hungerford, PhD., and Zhenya Kurashova Wine P.T.); CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY (Upledger Institute); HOLOTROPIC BREATHWORK with Stanislav Grof; Way of the Shaman: SHAMANIC HEALING with Michael Harner; SOUND HEALING (Jonathan Goldman trainings); ENERGY HEALING: Chakra Clearing & Balancing (early 80's), 'Duality' (2014) with Jeffrey Allen.

She also offers PREGNANCY MASSAGE, ENERGY BALANCING & HEALING, REFLEXOLOGY, ORGANIC Oils, Manima’s unique AROMATHERAPY Oil Blends specially made on Kaua’i, Yoga & therapeutic stretching and Conscious breathing with your needs as the guide. And, she’ll float you in the Pacific with AQUACRANIAL® THERAPY studied with (Rebecca Goff).

“You and I begin the session with an “intention”. I listen carefully, and with presence, sensitivity and compassion I assist you in the release of any old patterning of mind/body/emotions, restoring balance, harmony and Wellness throughout. Immersed in Healing Sounds and connecting consciously with your breath while the wonderful scent of Aromatherapy blends (created here on Kaua’i by Manima), waif by… feel your tension dissolve and a refreshing spaciousness open your body with Myofascial Release, enhancing the flow of vital healing ‘MANA’ (energy) throughout; then soothe and realign with long luxurious strokes of Hawaiian Lomilomi, specific therapeutic Sports Massage, Trigger Point or other modalities; all which can be combined with deep penetrating Hot Lava Stones. Following your session, delight in relief from pain and stress, and a reawakened sense of wholeness, harmony and well- being. Health & Wellness!!”

“I welcome your questions and enjoy supporting you in healthy choices through Heart Centered Intentional Bodywork, Intuitive & Energetic Touch, Compassionate Communication skills and health supporting products and foods. You’ll also be given suggestions and tools for Wellness maintenance”. Manima

Long Lasting Bodywork*

Relieved and satisfied clients comment on the long-lasting effects of Manima’s skilled bodywork blend of Myofascial Release plus the modalities you need on the day of your session; often Trigger Point, Cross Fiber Friction or others (see Bodywork & Energy Work rates page).

Transformational Energy Work (Journey)*

Her ’signature’ specialty is an extended 2 hour session of heart-centered intuitive Craniosacral Therapy combined with Sound Healing, Energy Clearing & Balancing, guided by your intention gently inviting you into a deep state of consciousness; awareness and clarity of the ‘core’ issue(s) sparks the expansion toward an alchemy of transformational shift, as you reawaken to your innate ‘whole’ self… the playground for deep and lasting healing. Empowering your Self; Recognizing your Point and Power of ‘Choice’. “I describe it as Transformational Energy Work in response to the comments of my clients. And, to enhance this ‘journey’, I suggest immersing yourself in the ocean energy with the accompanying sound of gentle surf at your private island rental, outdoors Ocean View while receiving your Craniosacral & Sound Healing sessions…” (see Transformational Energy Work rates)

Mana Massage Kaua`i Mission Statement

To share the gifts of helping people connect with their inner joy and compassion, through bodywork and teaching to increase peace and love in individuals, our communities and ourselves.

Mana Massage’s Team of Therapists Offer:

Hawaiian Lomilomi, Deep Tissue therapy, Sports Massage, Therapeutic Bodywork and Massage,
Energy Healing

Member Of:

AMTA & HVCB

Living Vitally

Personal Healing Power

01 Oct, 2021

Healing, how does it happen? In my early studies in the 1970’s the popular suggestion to affect healing was to ‘get out of our own way’, the premise being those certain thoughts, beliefs, emotions, habits are huge factors in the disease process. They are very likely creating the illness and then, even worse, preventing the healing. If, however, we’re able to set them aside, that’s a great first step in the healing process. Better yet, replacing any health sabotaging thoughts, beliefs, emotions, and habits with more health affirming ones is a giant step in the right direction. Where do we source guidance for identifying and releasing health-sabotaging ways? In the field of Alternative Medicine & Healing there are mind-blowing discoveries about the Healing Powers of Mind-Body practices and Meditation in addition to dietary changes, and herbal medicine and supplements. One great and inspired leader in this field is Deepak Chopra who I’ve been fortunate to be in the presence of numerous times. “There are enough chemical clues to convince anyone that mood, beliefs, expectations, fears, memories, predispositions, habits, and old conditioning—all centered in the mind—are critical to a person’s health.” ― Deepak Chopra , The Healing Self: Supercharge your immune system and stay well for life “You are in a position, starting now, to adopt the role of self-healer. By going deeper into the power of awareness, you can activate the hidden potential of the healing system that you already depend upon every day. We hope this all sounds exciting, because some major life changes lie ahead.” ― Deepak Chopra , The Healing Self: Supercharge your immune system and stay well for life Inspired to ‘change course’ in Life. Redirecting our course in Life, from what we’ve been brought up to “know and believe”, takes heart and commitment. It begins with a conscious choice, and there’s a vast world of possibilities available to whoever chooses to adventure there. Today, some inspired educator speaker/writers who’ve done great research, can help you make a course change that’s much more informed, but not necessarily easier or smoother. What they teach has uplifted my Spirit and the Spirits of many people I know. A few of these inspirational teachers are featured in the documentary entitled “Heal”, that I highly recommend, “A documentary film that takes us on a scientific and spiritual journey where we discover that by changing one's perceptions, beliefs, and emotions, the human body can heal itself from any disease.” Here are some inspiring and thought provoking quotes by two of the inspirational teachers featured in the documentary ‘Heal’. Knowing that what they say is factual, if one actually changes their mind in this way, a profound 'change of course' awaits you. “Quantum science suggests the existence of many possible futures for each moment of our lives. Each future lies in a state of rest until it is awakened by choices made in the present.” -Gregg Braden https://www.greggbraden.com/ “If you could just trade fear and frustration and resentment and suffering for an elevated emotion, and truly open your heart and practice doing that, it will heal”. ~ Dr. Joe Dispenza , DC, neuroscientist, lecturer, author ,b.3/24/1962 SOURCE: Lewis Howes interview during Covid19 Pandemic “Perhaps one of the most powerful keys to determining our experience of the months ahead comes from a shift in thinking that invites us beyond asking, ‘What can I get from the world that exists,’ to asking, ‘What can I offer to the world that is awakening?’ The way we answer this question as individuals becomes our collective answer to what comes next.” -Gregg Braden https://www.greggbraden.com/ “Just as ripples radiate from the place where a stone is thrown into a pool of water, our sometime unconscious thoughts, feelings, emotions, and beliefs create the disturbances in the field that become the blueprints for our lives.” -Gregg Braden https://www.greggbraden.com/ Craniosacral Therapy and Shamanic Healing connect us more consciously to our Personal Healing Power. My Signature specialty can help you connect deeper within to your Personal Healing Power: Manima's ’signature’ specialty is an extended 2 hour session of heart-centered intuitive Craniosacral Therapy combined with Sound Healing, Energy Clearing & Balancing, guided by your intention gently inviting you into a deep state of consciousness; awareness and clarity of the ‘core’ issue(s) sparks the expansion toward an alchemy of transformational shift as you reawaken to your innate ‘whole’ self… the playground for deep and lasting healing. https://www.manamassage.com/services--rates For more information or to request a session: https://www.manamassage.com/ Mahalo, Manima Leslee Dancosse LMT Founder/Director Mana Massage Kauai

Power of Intention

05 Oct, 2019

Intention is, being specific in the direction of ones Focus of the mind/heart on what you dream or envision, or what inquiry you would like insight into in your Life.