The Touch Of Presence

where

science

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presence

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Our Mission

At The Touch of Presence, our mission is to explore the interconnectedness of physical health, wellness, and the emotional, mental, and spiritual dimensions of human existence. We integrate scientific understanding with present-moment awareness, guiding individuals to align with their values and purpose. Through massage and bodywork, we educate and promote deep relaxation and support with injuries. Diving deeper into our coaching services, we help transform dysfunctional habits, foster healthy relationships, and support mental, physical, and emotional well-being. We focus on trauma, depression, suicide prevention, and support for those affected by suicide, encouraging deep personal growth and communal interconnectedness.

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Professional Therapeutic Bodywork

- Somatic Release

- Energy Work/Release

- Customized Massage

- Ashiatsu

- John F. Barnes Myofascial Release

- Swedish

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Neuronal Integration Coaching

Empowering those who are curious about questioning their beliefs and perceptions, guidance to see themselves, others, situations, and the world in new ways through the wisdom and integration of science and the present moment.

The Touch of Presence

1145 Gaskins Road, Suite #105
Henrico, VA 23238

Located inside
Courtside West Racquet & Fitness Center

(804) 904-9025

"Your own Self-realization is the greatest service you can render the world.”
~ Ramana Maharshi

About

Welcome to The Touch Of Presence - A sanctuary of support, education, and nurturing for your innermost self.

Ground . Release . Change . Connect

Our Mission At The Touch Of Presence, our mission is to empower, educate, and nurture individuals on their journey towards self-awareness and self-acceptance. We strive to help you tap into the deepest parts of yourself—those aspects that are inherently authentic, unwavering, and whole, without judgment or shame.

Embracing Authenticity Embarking on this journey means delving deep within your patterning consciously and more crucially seeing the unconscious conditioning within patterns, habits, beliefs, and perceptions that reside within your being. Such internalized holding can inflict physical, emotional, and spiritual distress, hindering personal growth and leaving you ensnared in repetitive patterns, feelings of frustration, anger, or loneliness. You might find yourself donning a facade or resorting to substances to numb the pain.

Our Approach Our approach revolves around the practice of bringing awareness and consciousness to conditioned patterns, habits, and beliefs that reside within your being. These ingrained patterns can manifest as physical, emotional, and spiritual pain, hindering personal growth and leaving you feeling stuck, frustrated, and disconnected. Through our guidance and support, we aim to empower you to navigate beyond these limitations, fostering and inspiring a deeper understanding of reality that transcends ego, societal conditioning, and fear.

Tools for Self-Exploration We offer a diverse range of tools and techniques designed to facilitate self-exploration and discovery. Whether through individual sessions or group settings, we encourage you to delve into the depths of your consciousness, exploring the interconnectedness between self and environment. By naming and acknowledging conditioning, thought patterns, and beliefs, you can embark on a transformative journey towards self-realization and authenticity.

Embracing Vulnerability Waking up to your true nature is not an esoteric concept reserved for a select few—it is a journey accessible to all who are willing to confront their illusions and redirect their attention inward. This process requires time, commitment, and a willingness to embrace vulnerability. Through our collaborative efforts, we invite you to break free from the constraints of trauma, stress, and conditioned patterns, and embark on a path of self-discovery and liberation.

Uncovering and Transforming At our core, our practice is about uncovering and transforming, beyond conditioning. A journey for all, connecting with your inner depths, and sustaining presence beyond what you could dream of experiencing. We encourage you to stand unabashedly in your authenticity, upholding integrity, and facing both your conscious and unconscious tendencies without justification or evasion.

Personalized Growth Journey Whether you seek therapeutic bodywork or are eager to explore the deeper dimensions of self, we are here to support you every step of the way. We do not impose ideologies, methods, or beliefs onto our clients; rather, we empower you to take ownership of your growth journey at your own pace. Our approach includes guiding individuals to recognize unconscious behaviors, even when confronting the challenging aspects of oneself may not be easy. We provide direct, empathetic support, fostering an environment where you feel encouraged to confront and work through these areas.

Embrace Self-Discovery Connecting with the deeper aspects of yourself is akin to diving into the still depths of the ocean amidst turbulent waves. The stillness that resides within you remains unwavering, beckoning you to embrace it with open arms. At The Touch Of Presence, we invite you to embark on a journey of self-discovery, where the depths of your truth await your exploration.

To learn more, text, call, or book an appointment or 15 minute phone consultation today.

"I’m 100% responsible for who I am in this relationship. My task is to free myself sufficiently so that I can respond in the present moment, not from the past programming. That’s what freedom is."
~ Dr. Gabor Maté

Practitioners

Ildikó

Ildikó has dedicated over 10 years to learning and transformation, integrating fields such as neuroscience, psychology, anatomy and physiology, breath work, meditation, and conscious movement. She combines clinically based techniques, intuition, and presence to create individualized experiences for each client. Specializing in Holistic Coaching and Somatic Bodywork, Ildikó also offers massage techniques including Ashiatsu Therapy, Myofascial Release, Contemporary Cupping, Facial Rejuvenation Cupping, and Medical Massage therapies.

Ildikó obtained her National Massage Certification through NCBTMB in 2007 and is licensed through the Virginia Board of Nursing. She began her career in bodywork after graduating from massage school, having previously worked as a Yoga Instructor in her private studio in Pennsylvania. Inspired by her love of body mechanics and movement, and driven by a desire to understand how human conditioning and behavior influence our daily decisions, Ildikó has dedicated her life to exploring the true meaning of presence and bringing that awareness into her interactions with others.

Ildikó practices Holistic Coaching, certified through the International Coaching Federation (ICF), offering a unique coaching experience through a body-oriented investigative approach that delves into the deeper nature of human existence. Her methods integrate neuroscience, psychology, anatomy, physiology, breath work, meditation, and conscious movement, supporting individuals in releasing stressful beliefs and traumas held within the body and mind. This mind-body-spirit training promotes neuronal changes, enhancing flexibility and capacity to make choices aligned with one's true desires and fostering deeper connections with oneself and others. Ildikó's coaching helps individuals move beyond the stories of their minds and conditioned patterns, guiding them to connect with their true selves and align with the present moment. Her approach emphasizes the importance of being assertive and setting boundaries while also cultivating kindness and compassion, ensuring all beings have their voices heard and respected.

Through her dedicated practice, Ildikó continues to inspire and support her clients on their journey to self-discovery and healing, helping them achieve a harmonious balance between mind, body, and spirit.

“Your task is not to seek for love, but to seek and find all the barriers you have built within yourself against it.”
~ Rumi

Services

Neuronal Integration & Bodywork Services

Neuronal Integration Coaching Neuronal Integration Coaching (NIC) is a transformative practice using the Awakening To Presence methods developed by Michael Fleming and Certified Holistic Coaching Methods through ICF training. This experiential daily practice promotes neuronal changes in the brain, enhancing circuitry, wiring, and connections through repeated experiences with the present moment.

NIC offers a multi-faceted approach to the integration of body, mind, and spirit. It is designed for those looking to move beyond identifying with the stories of their minds, their personalities, or idealistic versions of themselves. By shifting away from rigid thoughts, perceptions, and beliefs, you can open up to a vast sense of connection and awareness with each passing moment.

This practice is about aligning with reality at the deepest level of your existence and maintaining this state amidst life's chaos. It helps cultivate awareness, peacefulness, and appropriate action in each moment, contrasting with the conditioned patterns and illusions we often hold onto.

What does presence mean to you? Is it a monk, guru, or yogi sitting in a cross legged position in a state of perpetual peace, or is it someone who navigates each moment with awareness, kindness, and love? We all have moments of anger, masks of smiles, and addictions to escape. If these methods no longer serve you, why not try something different? There's no judgment here, only an invitation to explore what is unfolding in the present moment, bring it out in the open becoming truly present with it and watch what happens.

Massage Services Where do you store your stress? In your neck, shoulders, or back? Or perhaps your emotions are hidden in your jaw, lower back, or hips. Stress and negative thinking can manifest physically, leading to tension, high blood pressure, anxiety, chronic fatigue, and more. Over time, this impacts your muscular, skeletal, nervous, digestive, lymphatic, immune, and hormonal systems.

Our bodywork services are tailored to help you release, let go, and relax. Whether you're looking to unwind after a long day or address deeper-rooted habits and patterns, our practitioners create customized plans that meet you where you are, with patience and non-judgment. We use techniques that challenge your perceptions and address your specific needs, helping to create a preventive maintenance plan that's right for you.

Our Specialized Techniques Swedish
A traditional Swedish massage uses light, medium, or firm pressure to promote relaxation, stimulate nerve endings, and increase blood flow and lymph drainage. This gentle technique is ideal for those seeking relaxation and tension relief. If you need help with an injury or require deeper work, our Deep Tissue/Ashiatsu massage may be more suited to your needs.

Ashiatsu Therapy
Ashiatsu Ashi = Foot, Atsu = Pressure, uses foot compressions with overhead bars for support. The broad foot compressions provide smooth, deep pressure that releases adhesions, tension, and toxins more rapidly than traditional techniques. Each session includes a consultation to understand your specific needs.

Myofascial Release
Myofascial release involves wearing shorts and a sports top (for women) while the therapist holds areas of fascia restriction for extended periods, facilitating release. This technique encourages clients to bring awareness and presence to sensations in their bodies. Each session includes a consultation to tailor the treatment to your goals.

Neuronal Integration Release(NIR)/Bodywork
This technique uses somatic releasing methods used, in Holistic Coaching sessions, to address the automatic feedback loop between mind and body. By engaging and releasing this loop, clients gain more flexibility in their actions and decisions, reducing rigidity in thoughts and perceptions. This can lead to greater freedom, less chronic pain, and improved mental well-being over time. Each session includes a consultation to address your specific needs and goals.

At The Touch Of Presence, we are dedicated to helping you find balance and integration in your body, mind, and spirit. Contact us today to schedule your appointment and begin your journey towards holistic well-being.

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“The most difficult thing for me, and most people, is when you think that how you feel is because of what the other person does.”
~ Dr. Gabor Maté

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804-904-9025

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Available by
appointment only

Mon - Fri
8:00am - 6:30pm
Some Saturdays
8:00am - 3:30pm

Located inside
Courtside West Racquet & Fitness Center

1145 Gaskins Road,
Suite #105
Henrico, VA 23238

“We are drowning in information while starving for wisdom.”
~ E. O. Wilson

FAQ

Preparing for Your First Appointment

During Your Appointment

Massage Information

Holistic Coaching - Neuronal Integration Bodywork Release Sessions

Change and Cancellation Policy

Running Late

COVID-19 Response

Payment Information

Tipping Guidance

What to Expect and Important Information for Your Visit

Preparing for Your First Appointment

• Arrive Early: Give yourself plenty of time to locate our facility. We are committed to starting appointments promptly.

• Complete Paperwork: Ensure all required paperwork is completed online before your appointment. We cannot accommodate paperwork completion at the time of your visit, and failure to do so may result in rescheduling and potential charges.

• Appointment Start: Your appointment begins when your provider escorts you to the treatment room. They will review your initial form, address any questions, and discuss your immediate concerns.

During Your Appointment

• Preparation: Your therapist will leave the room to prepare for your session, ensuring you are comfortable on the table prior to entering.

• Cell Phone Policy: Turn off your cell phone to focus on your relaxation.

• Post-Session Care: Allow yourself time to relax after your session. Avoid strenuous activities or returning immediately to work.

Massage Information

• Purpose: Massage aims to relax your body and shift your nervous system into a parasympathetic state. Any touch involved is strictly professional and non-sexual. Expect to be appropriately draped during the entirety of the massage.

• Uncomfortable Situations: If the therapist feels uncomfortable at any point, they will leave the room, and you will be charged for the full duration of the service.

• Paperwork: Complete all necessary paperwork online prior to your appointment. Failure to do so may result in a shortened or we may have to reschedule your session.

• Personal Hygiene: Arrive fresh and clean. You may want to exfoliate your skin beforehand.

• Illness: Do not come to your session if you are feeling unwell.

• Hydration: Drink water before and after your appointment to aid in detoxification and hydration.

• Communication: Clearly communicate your goals and boundaries with your therapist. Undress to your comfort level. We do go down the length of the body so it helps to not have anything in the way however if you feel more comfortable leaving your underwear on, please do so and the therapist will work around it. Expect to be appropriately draped during the entirety of the massage.

• Emotional Release: Emotional or somatic release can occur during a session. If this should occur and you feel uncomfortable, communicate with your therapist immediately.

Holistic Coaching - Neuronal Integration Bodywork Release Sessions

• Clothing: Loose-fitted clothing such as a t-shirt and shorts or sweatpants is worn during these sessions. You can either arrive with or bring these items to change into after your initial assessment.

• Personal Hygiene: Arrive fresh and clean.

• Illness: Do not attend your session if you are feeling unwell.

• Emotional and Physical Release: Be prepared for potential emotional and physical releases. Communication with your therapist is crucial.

• Silence and Listening: Silence is important for tuning into your body's signals. Follow your practitioner's instructions to align with your best interests.

• Post-Session Care: After your session, take time to process your experience. Focus on relaxation and reach out to your practitioner or a mental health professional if needed.

Change and Cancellation Policy

• Advance Notice: Cancellations should be made 48 hours or more in advance. Late cancellations (less than 48 hours) incur a fee of 50% of the appointment value. Same-day cancellations or no-shows will be charged 100% of the appointment value.

• Pre-Payments: Clients who cancel less than 48 hours in advance twice will be required to pre-pay for appointments, which will be non-refundable.

Running Late

• Late Arrivals: Arriving late may result in a shortened session or a need to reschedule, which would result in a "Missed Appointment Fee" applied.

COVID-19 Response

• Safety Protocols: We follow guidelines from the CDC, the Virginia Department of Health, and the American Massage Therapy Association.

• Masks: Optional for both clients and therapists.

• Vaccination and Testing: Our therapists are vaccinated or have natural immunity. We adhere to CDC guidelines for testing and isolation.

• Sanitization: All surfaces are cleaned and sanitized before and after each session. Air purifiers are used in treatment rooms.

• Symptoms: If you exhibit any COVID-19 symptoms, or are feeling unwell, reschedule your appointment.

Payment Information

• Credit Card Requirement: A credit card will be required to hold all appointments, enforcing our cancellation policy.

• Accepted Payments: Currently, we accept cash, checks, Venmo, and gift certificates. Future plans include accepting credit cards.

• Gratuity: Tips can be added to gift certificates, and direct tipping via cash or Venmo is preferred for non-gift certificate clients.

Tipping Guidance

• Gratuity Amount: Tips are appreciated and can range from 10% to 20% of the service amount, based on the quality of the service and your personal means.

We look forward to providing you with a relaxing and rejuvenating experience. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.