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When you want to create connections with your mind, body, and spirit it’s never just do
this one thing and that’s it. It’s going to take consistent work and different inputs in
order to create change. These two major services are Active Vs. Passive solutions.
This dynamic, active treatment is rooted in techniques pioneered by the Postural Restoration Institute. It’s an integrated systems approach, which means viewing the body as an interconnected system where posture, breathing, and movement are interdependent.
Postural Restoration Treatment focuses on repositioning, retraining, and restoring alternation to foster a stronger mind-body connection. Through precise assessments of skeletal structures—such as the pelvis, ribcage, scapular blades, and cranium—we pinpoint unique body patterns. By pinpointing your unique body pattern, which could be the underlying cause of discomfort or imbalance, we tailor a personalized treatment plan aimed at addressing these issues at their source.
You may not realize, but over time your body can use postural adaptations to cope or compensate for an injury or muscle imbalances. For example, sitting for extended periods may lead to tight hip flexors, and repetitive movements done with poor biomechanics can cause muscle asymmetry.
What to Expect:
Similar to physical therapy, Postural Restoration Treatment sessions are designed to be personalized and effective. Treatment typically spans three to nine sessions with light exercise and calming breathwork. Similar to light exercise and stretching, it may be uncomfortable at times. Let's get through the discomfort together. Please wear comfortable clothes for movement and sneakers.
Is Postural Restoration Treatment Right for me?
Yes, it's a great fit for anyone! Whether you’re struggling to bounce back from an injury or day-to-day pain, feeling uncomfortable with your home office set up, or hoping to build a better mind-body connection. This is a dynamic treatment tailored to your individual body and needs. Although, this is not a treatment that’s passive, it requires your active participation and commitment to prescribed exercises.
Holistic Massage activates your body's natural relaxation response. Embracing you as a whole—mind, body, and spirit—holistic massage is a multi-sensory experience designed to promote overall well-being and holistic harmony.
What to Expect
Each session is customized to your needs, and it’s a wonderful opportunity to get out of your mind and into your body. We address what you’re currently feeling. We can pinpoint pain or discomfort to relax muscles and tension like a sports massage with Thai massage techniques and cupping. If you’re seeking relaxing self-care, we can induce deep relaxation and rejuvenation using sensory techniques, such as tea rituals, sound healing, aromatherapy, and Reiki.
Each massage starts with calming breathwork to be present in the moment, then sound healing. We then set an intention for the session and move into bodywork.
Is Holistic Massage right for me?
Each session is designed uniquely to help you let go of tension and embrace a profound sense of care. The direction of the massage is guided by how you feel in the moment, whether you're looking to dissolve tension or take time for self care. If you’re curious to take a more active approach to your holistic wellness beyond massage, consider exploring Postural Restoration Treatment which helps you better understand your body, how each part of you is connected, and your unique posture and stance.
What It Is:
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), also known as tapping, is a holistic healing method that combines gentle tapping on specific points of the body with focused thought and vocalization of affirmations. Tapping can help manage anxiety, emotions, and physical distress.
What to Expect:
Each session is tailored specifically to you. We suggest bringing a list of self limiting beliefs or negative feedback loops that stick in your mind - making you feel stuck. Together, we can vocalize these topics and feelings, so that they are out in the open and we are conscious of the thought. Then, we go deep into what’s happening. We keep it light and do our best to add humor to change the brain's approach to the situation or how you feel. We end the session with empowering statements on how you want to feel or think. This is a vulnerable experience, where you open up about challenges, negative thoughts, and experiences. We then address these challenges with loving-kindness, acceptance, and affirmations to approach the situation from a different angle, to support emotional well-being and psychological resilience.
Who Its For:
Anyone having trouble connecting to their mind, body, or spirit. Are you feeling disconnected? Lost in worry? We can face the discomfort together. This is a simple, accessible, and powerful tool and practice.
What It Is:
Pilates is an incredible low-impact exercise system focusing on core strength, flexibility, and alignment that was developed by Joseph Pilates. We practice Rebalance Pilates that builds on Joseph Pilates' original method, integrating it with concepts from the Postural Restoration Institute. It recognizes the body's natural asymmetry, especially the diaphragm's role, and uses this understanding to enhance alignment, core strength, and movement patterns. This approach aims to address individual needs and supports balanced physical and neurological function.
What to Expect:
Each session focuses on mindful breath, strength, flexibility, and posture alignment. This active experience can reduce stress, improve mental clarity, and foster a balanced mind-body connection.
Who Its For:
Anyone seeking an active exercise approach for mind-body connection.
What it is:
Experience the magic of the full moon with a soothing sound healing bath and an intuitive oracle reading, seamlessly integrated into your chosen service. Book any session on a Full Moon (10/17 • 11/15 • 12/15) to enjoy this complimentary, spiritually enriching experience.
What to expect:
We will dedicate the final 20-30 minutes of your session to this special complimentary add-on. To ensure you have enough time for your full treatment, we recommend extending your session length.
Who is it for?
This offering is perfect for those who feel connected to the power of nature and want to align with the energy of the full moon. Traditionally seen as a time of release and renewal, the full moon marks the end of one cycle and the beginning of another. If you find yourself feeling more energetically sensitive or in need of extra support during these times, this session provides a powerful opportunity to release and recalibrate.
Ready to restore holistic harmony of your Mind, Body, and Spirit? Choose your own intentional experience to unlock an empowered way of living. See how other's path to total rejuvenation started with a simple booking.
"Needless to say, I had a lot of head, neck, back, and knee issues on top of finding out from her tests that I'm also walking incorrectly. I've tried physical therapy, working out the muscles around my problem areas, and "correcting my posture" when I sit and walk. Nothing has helped some of the pain I've felt more than doing PRI. It truly is amazing and I can't thank you enough!"
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"I’ve been seeing Shirley consistently now for her postural restoration treatments. Her care is changing my life. I’ve worked with a number of doctors and physical therapists before as I have experienced chronic injuries to both my ankles and knees throughout my life. Shirley is by far the most knowledgeable and compassionate provider I have ever worked with. I can’t recommend her highly enough!"
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"I booked a postural restoration session with Shirley! She was amazing, patient and attentive. Correcting any mistakes I made during practicing the exercise and setting me up for success at home! Going in I was skeptical about how effective the treatment would be. I was blown away at how quickly I felt the effect. Eliminated pain in my ankle and knee almost immediately and I could physically feel that my body was more correctly balanced."
"Shirley is an extremely talented therapist! She is personable, professional, and passionate about what she does. Shirley uses a number of different tools and techniques so you get the best results. I also saw Shirley throughout my pregnancy and she helped me through the journey!"
"Shirley was so knowledgeable and put me at ease right away. This was my first reiki session and I will definitely be back! Shirley explained the whole process in great detail. I felt so calm and clear right after my session! I felt like a new and better version of me. Thank you Shirley! I highly recommend!"
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"Shirley is hands down the best therapist I have ever worked with! She continues her education on the body to improve the level of service she provides to her clients. Shirley's education allows her to address the body's specific needs and provides insight to why this is happening and works to prevent it from continuing. She creates a relaxing atmosphere utilizing different sound therapies, essential oils, and her persona is kind and inviting. I would 10/10 recommend her!"
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Welcome to my world of holistic harmony. I’m Shirley Montoya, the dedicated owner and sole practitioner of SpiritScienceMedicine. I'm your dedicated Guide and Coach on the journey to comprehensive well-being. I tailored this holistic wellness sanctuary in Humboldt Park to envelope you with compassion and care as I guide you through your unique wellness journey.
In the hustle of daily life, it's easy to overlook our body's whispers and the toll of stress. My mission is to guide you through understanding your challenges, listening deeply to your body's wisdom, and untangling physical discomfort, spiritual unrest, and emotional turmoil.
I've explored the profound link between spirituality and science with expertise blending Western and Eastern medicine from the Soma Institute, Postural Restoration Institute, Blue Lotus Thai Healing Studies, and more. My passion lies in integrating the art and science of addressing the interconnected nature of your neurological, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being.
I tailor holistic solutions to support your healing journey through modalities such as Massage Therapy, Sound Healing, Trigger Point Therapy, Thai Massage, Reiki, Myofascial Decompression Cupping, Postural Restoration Techniques, and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), also known as tapping.
Let's co-create customized care for your body, mind, and spirit. Here's to embracing holistic well-being, one step at a time.
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