I have (proudly!) held my prices steady for more than 5 years, but as everyone knows, the cost of living has increased as has the cost of doing business.
Effective April of 2026 there will be a modest price increase. My prices have consistently been lower than many other practitioners in the area, and with my 40+ years of experience in the WNY medical community, my 28 years of experience owning and operating Great Lakes Therapeutic Massage, the professional referral base I have built with various competent practitioners and my extensive education and licensure, this increase is overdue.
And to hold my prices at an affordable rate, I will continue accepting FSA and HSA cards, (Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts), however there will be a $5.00 processing fee added to your service.
All other self-paying clients will be seen as CASH-ONLY.
My credit/debit card processing services have increased their percentage fees every year for the last 6 years, and in 2026 they have not only increased the percentage they take when processing a card, but they are now also charging me to roll my earned monies into my business account. So I've decided to stop "feeding bank CEOs."
Thank you for your understanding with this change and your continued patronage and support!
[No-Fault Clients are a completely separate entity removed from the parameters above, unless they move to a self-pay status or miss appointments.]
Note:
Please see our Hours of Operation at the top of the "Office & Events Policies" page. Thank you.
The overwhelming majority of my clients are dealing with some form of injury, illness, physical dysfunction, dis-ease or disability. Please note I am a ADA, (American Disabilities Act), Compliant facility that offers handicap accessible parking, entrance into the building and suite. I am also service dog friendly for our visually-impaired and medically-approved clients, [Service Dogs must meet the criteria outlined in the ADA, have proper documentation, be up-to-date on NYS required vaccines and properly trained. The owner/handler accepts all responsibilities for any injuries that may arise from their service dog's behavior. (NOTE: "Emotional Support Animals" are not included in the ADA)]. Thank you.
~~~> Colleen is a NYS licensed and registered massage therapist within NYS. LMTs within NYS function under direction and parameters outlined in the NYS Office of Professions.
Although I offer "relaxation sessions," most individuals schedule appointments with me due to specific reasons/injuries or have been referred by their medical practitioners. However, in most circumstances, you do not need a referral from your attending physician to schedule an appointment, unless you are a No-Fault accident client or have severe underlying medical issues that may require clearance from your PCP. I hold professional liability insurance and I'm compliant with State and County health regulatory laws.
Note: My sessions are based upon *time* and not *modality.* See the modality descriptions section at the bottom of this page to chose the therapy you desire. Prices do not include gratuity.
See Session Description Types Below:
30-mins: $69.-
60-mins: $99.-
90-mins: $129.-
2-hr: $189.-
30-mins: $85.-
60-mins: $115.-
90-mins: $155.-
2-hr: I do not offer 2-hr deep tissue massage
DESCRIPTIONS OF VARIOUS FORMS OF BODYWORK SESSIONS:
SWEDISH MASSAGE:
Swedish Massage is the general, basic, relaxing type of massage most are familiar with. A Swedish Massage can incorporate deeper work in certain areas, or some individuals simply request an area of focus for the entire session, ex: neck, shoulder and back work. A Swedish Massage session can be used for regular, pregnancy, sports massage, lymphatic drainage or even acupressure work.
DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE & MYOFASCIAL RELEASE MASSAGE TECHNIQUE:
A Deep Tissue or Myofascial Release Massage is very similar to a Swedish Massage only deeper
pressure is used throughout the session and very deep, specific work, can be incorporated into
the session. Please note there are some contraindications for deep tissue massage, your therapist will review your health history form with you at your appointment.
MANUAL LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE MASSAGE (MLD):
Both Colleen and Nicole are certified in manual lymphatic drainage massage technique and adhere to NYS practitioner guidelines.
Colleen has been certified in lymphatic drainage massage since 1999 and has incorporated her previous background in surgery to honing a technique that is unique, safe, practical and deeply therapeutic for our clients. She has taught this technique to Nicole, who began offering lymphatic drainage massage to clients nearly 7 years ago. Our results are different and BETTER because our technique is not what it taught in school or on-line.
NOTE:
There are two types of lymphatic drainage massage techniques and necessity:
~~~> 1. For clients who have a compromising health condition such as cardiac (heart) failure,
renal (kidney) failure, or those dealing with a compromising illness such as cancer, (we
are currently the go-to medical massage practice for Roswell Park Cancer Institute's Lymphatic
Clinic as they do not have massage therapists on-staff; they employ OTs who tell their patients to contact us as they have seen the results our sessions produce!). We can see, treat and help these individuals. We also see clients for MLDM (manual lymphatic drainage massage), who are recovering from acute illness such as cancer or COVID, and those who are experiencing COVID vaccine related inflammation and illness.
~~~> 2. The second type of MLDM is for individuals who have elected to have a surgical cosmetic procedures such as tummy tucks, liposuction, BBLs, face-lifts, etc. Again, we can see, treat and assist these individuals on their path to a quicker and more comfortable recovery with fewer
adhesions and scar tissue formations.
Please see the Q & A's at the bottom regarding cosmetic surgery client's information.
CRANIOSACRAL TECHNIQUE & VISCERAL MANIPULATION MASSAGE:
Cranio-sacral Therapy: Cranio (head) sacral (lower spine) therapy is a technique that is used to
alleviate pressure in the skull and allow for better cerebrospinal fluid movement from the head
and down throughout the spine. Colleen was certified via Upledger Institute and this is a very
finite, precise technique that is extremely grounding, gentle and uses very little pressure. It is a
superior technique for opening/decompressing the cranial plates, reducing head pressure and
headache/migraine symptomology.
Visceral Manipulation: 'Viscera' is the term for all organs contained within the abdomen,
(stomach, liver, spleen, kidneys, intestines, {for women, uterus and ovaries}, bladder). As we
age, or if we've experienced certain traumas, infections, etc our body will begin to form
adhesions within our abdomen which prevents these vital organs from working optimally. Pregnancy, certain intestinal disease, (Crohn's, IBS, constipation, etc...), surgeries, medications, etc, disrupts the functioning of the organs.
Visceral Manipulation is a technique that uses abdominal pressure to gently coax the release of
these adhesions, unwinding the fascia around the organs and reducing the strain, allowing organs to function optimally.
REFLEXOLOGY TECHNIQUES:
Reflexology is a technique generally used on the hands, (palms) and feet, although there are documented reflexology points on the ears and face as well. Reflexology is an Eastern-medicine practice of acupressure, where certain areas of the palms and feet correspond with other areas in the body, including organs and overall system function. Reflexology is great for anyone who may be open to the idea of acupuncture, but... not necessarily thrilled about the needles being used. I have used reflexology myself for nearly 40 years, and began studying it in the late 1980s as an alternative wellness modality.
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REIKI & ENERGY BODYWORK:
Reiki and energy bodywork sessions are beautifully non-invasive, non-physical therapeutic experiences that are extremely beneficial for the recipient. It's the perfect modality for those who may have an acute or chronic physical condition, (such as fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, cancer, auto-immune disease), as well as those who are experiencing conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, high-stress.
Because energy bodywork can be done with the recipient simply lying down, (or seated), and quietly relaxing, there's no need for disrobing like massage. It's perfect for children, teens, adults as well as geriatrics.
And, because energy bodywork works with the client's natural energy fields, it can be incredible
intense and powerful without need for a physical touch. Each practitioner is vastly different, and all are extensively trained and bring their own gifts to the session. I highly encourage those well-versed in traditional massage to try an energy 'bodywork' session.
Reiki and energy sessions can also be provided remotely with the practitioner and client in two different locations. We have used this method to assist clients who were unable to be seen in-person due to illness or being in a facility. Please call our office to learn more.
[Reiki: an Asian/Eastern facilitated-healing modality based upon the principle that the
therapist / energy worker can channel universal energy through themselves and into the client by energetic means, with or without touch, to activate a natural commencement of healing into themselves.]
Note: I can also provide animal/pet energy facilitated healing sessions. Please call for session and pricing information.
NO-FAULT MASSAGE THERAPY:
*** No-Fault sessions are 45-mins long
I do accept some No-Fault massage clients on a limited basis. You must be referred by a treating physician, your MVA cannot be more than 4 months old, and you cannot have a negative IME on-file. Additionally, please note that you cannot see more than 1 treating practitioner per day, so if you are also seeing PT, OT, Chiropractic or any type of cognitive therapy, you cannot do massage on the same day/s.
Carriers I do not work with are: Allstate, Amica, GEICO, Liberty Mutual and Progressive.
Please call my office to discuss your case. Thank you.
Colleen is an Ordained Minister through the Universalist Life Church and the Monastery.org facilities. I am also a vetted and certified Psychic-Medium through Santosha Spiritual Church. I have written several articles on the practice of mediumship, and have both taught in Lily Dale, NY, (the largest spiritual community in the world) and have had the pleasure of serving spirit by facilitating platform readings in Lily Dale.
I am available for wedding ceremonies, vow renewals, infant welcoming ceremonies and celebrations of life ceremonies. If you're interested in scheduling a service, please contact me directly so I may garner information and we can discuss fee schedules. [All pervade, personalized services start at $250.-]
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PSYCHIC-MEDIUMSHIP READINGS w/ Colleen
In-person, via Phone or FaceTime:
30-minute: $75.-
60-min: $140.-
I will also read a child w/ a parent present, 13-yrs old and up: $160.-/hr
*** No audio-taping, note-taking is highly encouraged!
Colleen has been vetted/tested/certified for authenticity and accuracy. However, all readings are for entertainment purposes only as we were all born with free-will and are the captains of our ships!
NEW:
INTUITIVE LIFESTYLE & WELLNESS CONSULTATIONS w/ COLLEEN:
Initial 60-min Session: $125.-
(must be paid when booked/scheduled; non-transferrable / refundable; please see description below regarding this new, innovative service!)
Each additional 15-mins over the 60-mins: $25.- (will be collected at appointment completion)
1st Follow-up 30-min Session (4-8 weeks after initial session): FREE
Additional 30-min Sessions Follow-Up Sessions (every 8-10 wks): $75.-
A few more notes regarding Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage:
Truly, my Manual Lymphatic Drainage sessions are superior and more productive than other practitioners in the area who have jumped onto the "lymphatic drainage bandwagon" to pad their bank accounts. My experience as a OR Tech and at UB's CardioPulmonary Research Foundation had me assisting with surgeries, and at-times, post-mortems. I know exactly what connective scar tissue looks like, what keloid tissue looks and feels like, how fibrosis occurs and what the body needs and doesn't need when healing.
For those who are recovering from elective cosmetic procedures, you saved and paid a lot of money for your procedure, please don't cheap-out by going to a practitioner who is not certified and doesn't know/understand how the body works and what is required to help you heal optimally.
Ultimately, you should be assured that any practitioner you are seeing are practicing
legally, are certified in manual lymphatic drainage massage techniques, are practicing
within the scope of NYS laws and their licensing parameters, know proper
sanitation requirements and carry liability insurance.
*** My calendar tends to fill quickly, and often for several weeks in-advance. ***
Ideally, if you are having a surgical procedure, you should contact my office 3-4 weeks
BEFORE your procedure so I can schedule your sessions. If you wait until after your
procedure is completed, I may not have any openings for several weeks,
(and we always have a wait / cancellation list).
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COSMETIC SURGERY CLIENTS, PLEASE NOTE:
ANSWERS TO SOME COMMON QUESTIONS I'M ASKED:
Q: Do you re-open my incisions/puncture wounds to manually drain the excess fluid?
We have heard and have witnessed horror stories from clients who have gone to non-certified
and untrained, irresponsibly-practicing "lymphatic drainage practitioners" in the WNY area.
NO ONE should be reopening a puncture wound or incision to extract the fluid.
Lymph is a fluid your body produces when trying to heal, so to re-open a scabbed puncture
or incision merely slows or reverses the healing process and your body has to work harder to recover. (... Not to mention it's medical waste, and therefor illegal to dispose of in normal garbage).
Q: Should I re-open my incisions/puncture wounds to manually drain the excess fluid?
No. Re-opening an incision or puncture wound to manually drain it also significantly increases
the chance of bacterial introduction and the potential, sometimes, of life-endangering infections, or, as we have seen, abnormal healing and scar production that will require further
cosmetic repairs down the road, with you covering the cost.
We have sent clients from our office directly to ECMC's E.R. due to infections caused either by themselves re-opening wounds or by other local practitioners who "opened and drained" a sealed wound against NYS law.
Additionally, as re-opening a healing wound is illegal and not within our scope-of-practice, should a client's incision tear, (we've seen this happen by "practitioners" who use wood-bar techniques in an attempt to disrupt scar tissue, {also illegal for a massage therapist's scope-of-practice in NYS}), or cause injury that in-turn develops an infection in the client's tissues, our liability malpractice insurance will not cover us.
Q: Can my Mom, friend, sister, etc perform the massage on me?
Any type of gentle stimulation will increase blood flow to the area, thus assisting with the removal of congested fluid build-up. So while gentle massage, even done by the client in the shower, etc is beneficial, the results are not the same as someone who has been trained and certified in manual lymphatic drainage massage techniques, understand the body's physiology and how the lymphatic system works, knows the myology of the area, (muscle location and action), and knows what type of pressure is acceptable, knows the proper direction to apply to the massage strokes, and is practicing proper hygiene to prevent infection.
Q: How many sessions will I need and do you sell package deals?
Short answer, we don't know how many sessions you'll need until we literally get our hands on you. We honestly can't tell anyone over the phone as to how many sessions they'll need as everyone recovers in a much different manner. So, for this reason, we do not sell packages. Our prices continue to be far less than other practitioners within the WNY area because we know and understand that we are currently in a recession. We wish to keep our prices affordable so our clients do not have to wait until they are desperate to come see us!
Q: Why should I find a Massage Therapist who is certified and trained in manual lymphatic drainage massage techniques?
Because it is just that, a technique/technical manual application procedure.
We have heard many stories from our clients where they had a surgery or procedure, (whether it was elective or medically-necessary), were in-need of manual lymphatic drainage massage to the area of distress and instead received a shoulder massage as the practitioner claims they know "lymphatic drainage massage" but in-fact, they may be clueless as to what they are doing.
Having had a background in the surgical field, Colleen knows exactly what needs to be done, where the body's lymph node beds are located, how they function, and how you need to manipulate the tissue to first clear these lymph node beds, then move the excess fluid toward the now non-congested lymph beds for the body to process out, (via liver, kidneys, heart).
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