In Good Hands: A Guide to Seeking and Receiving Massage is written by an experienced massage therapist whose back problems led her to massage. Understanding and relief of her pain through massage inspired her to do the same for others. Since then Debra Ty has pursued a career giving and teaching massage in several arenas. She guides you, the newcomer or seasoned recipient through all phases of seeking and receiving massage, beginning with finding the best match for therapist and recipient, various types of massage; their benefits and cautions, the numerous environments in which massage is offered, how best to receive a massage by asking for what you need, how to give good feedback to assure your needs are met, relaxing into the support and trust of your therapist, post massage care, tipping, and how often to receive massage. Massage experiences and needs are as vast and variable as the body, mind, emotions, and soul; these experiences invite you to explore quiet and stillness, safety, trust, and intimacy. Massage can be used to relax and rid tension, or to be an active part of the process bringing awareness and understanding through massage--revelations of willing men and women who receive massage as a way to bring balance in their lives and find support for their stresses and ailments. Indeed, the insights you gain through massage need not stop in the massage room but can continue on as a lifestyle. May the words in this book guide you to peace within and peace in your world. Foreword by Carole Osborne