Alive & Well-Being

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My Pain Story and How I Broke Free:

I lived the first part of my life with a constant headache. The anatomical reason for my pain was repaired through a re-constructive head surgery when I was 8-years-old and this did not end my discomfort. It wasn't until my mid-20's that I found a bit of relief. This freedom from pain was found by embracing the importance of self-care. Wellness is a journey - and here's my story.

I lived with pain for more than 20 years. It had become a part of me. I was hyper-sensitive to lights and sounds. Yet, I loved live music and performance. I found myself longing to attend events, but knowing that it would ultimately result in extreme discomfort. This sensitivity interfered with my relationships to the people I love. I skipped social engagements frequently. My pain was my anchor. It left me unable to leave dark rooms. I thought that I was never going to be free from this pain. I felt like my life was being lived with an anvil dropping in on my skull over and over again. I was angry. I was depressed. I was completely miserable. And worst of all, I accepted it as being just the way it was going to be for me during my days on Earth.

Around the time I had come to terms with this pain filled existence, I met a massage therapist.He had training in many modalities including CranioSacral Therapy. He invited me to a session and for the first time in my life, I was without pain. I didn't want to get off the table because I didn't want the pain to return. We discussed options for bringing balance to my body through receiving regular massage and CranioSacral therapy sessions. Within a few weeks time, I was experiencing full day without my headache. This was priceless! Any amount of money would have been worth the feeling of freedom I gained. I began to see him on a regular basis to see if we could change my pain story permanently.

Through receiving consistent monthly (and sometimes weekly) massage therapy and CranioSacral therapy sessions, I live a mostly headache free life. I attend many musical and performance art events that include booming sound and vibrant light shows without regret. I no longer skip time with my friends and family any more due to being chained to a dark room to avoid pain. That anvil that used to pound inside my head is more like a little marble when it shows up – which I am grateful to say is very rare. And best of all, I realised that I could rewrite my pain story. I made the choice to no longer allow pain to dictate my life.

I am so grateful to be free from this cage called headache. Which led me to want to help others do the same. It is an honor to partner with you on your wellness journey. I can facilitate your self-healing and by doing so help you achieve freedom in your life.

Are you ready to get rid of your headache and start loving life?

Here are a few letters from my clients:

"Thank you for the referral to Angela Laurita. She was very pleasant and professional in her demeanour. She provided me with a wonderful full body massage that left me feeling refreshed. The pain I was experiencing did subside somewhat, but I knew going in that it will take much more than one visit to bring about the healing I need. I would definitely go back to Angela if I were living in that area."

"Angela has demonstrated a great understanding of the human body, is quite and amazing massage therapist, and a great person to work with! My body tends to take some abuse in the carpentry trade, and Angela has helped a great deal with my pain and discomfort. I always feel better at work the day after a massage from her. She has also showed me some stretches and techniques for working out problem spots at home. Angela has made scheduling easy, and is willing to work with my schedule. Angela is always a pleasure to work with!" - Eric Turner: Turner Custom Frames

"Angela is a gifted healer and the only person I seek when I am in agonizing pain. Because of her vast knowledge of the muscular system, she knew exactly how to repair my chronic tendinitis. I felt better after just one session and was able to move my arm without feeling any pain later that same day. Angela was also the first person I called when I wrenched my back. She instinctively knew, based on my activities, which muscles had seized and why; and she saved me from having to resort to pharmacology, expensive medical procedures, and searing pain. I recommend her to everyone I know; especially athletes, because she has given me the confidence to push my body's abilities while engaging in new activities as I age. If she ever moves, I'll have to follow her. Angela is that important to me." - Suze Bragg, Paradox Sports

"Angela's warm, intuitive touch is relaxing, and I can feel her respect for my body. I have gone to her feeling like my body is stuck all over, and she has helped to get my energy circulating again, so that my body can continue its process of healing even after I leave. I always walk out the door feeling grounded and balanced
- Caitlin V.