Therapeutic Massage in Clarksville, Indiana
Relax • Restore • Reconnect
Massage therapy is one of the most profound forms of self-care available to you. At Avis Alternative Healing, every massage session is performed by a Licensed Massage Therapist dedicated to your wellbeing.
Our team includes both Tamra Avis and Todd Byrum, two skilled practitioners who share the same training foundation and the same commitment to personalized, professional care. Whether you are working with Tamra or Todd, your session is informed by your health history and your individual needs.
Not sure which type of massage is right for you?
Here is a guide to every modality we offer.
If you are still unsure, simply reach out before you book. Our team is happy to help you find the right fit.
Tamra’s massage therapy appointments are currently reserved for established clients.
We are pleased to welcome new massage therapy clients through Todd Byrum, LMT.
SEVEN MODALITIES. TWO SKILLED PRACTITIONERS.
The foundation of therapeutic bodywork. Swedish massage uses long, flowing strokes, gentle kneading, and careful pressure to ease muscle tension, quiet the nervous system, and bring the body back to a state of genuine rest.
This is the most versatile of all massage modalities and the one most often recommended for first time clients. It is therapeutic in the truest sense, addressing both the physical and the emotional weight that accumulates in a busy life.
Ideal for: First time clients, stress and tension, general relaxation, overall wellness maintenance.
Swedish Massage
Sports Massage
Designed for the body in motion. Sports massage focuses on the muscle groups most relevant to your activity, whether you run, cycle, play tennis, golf, or simply live an active life that asks a great deal of your body.
This modality combines therapeutic techniques including compression, stretching, and targeted deep work to support muscle recovery, address areas of overuse, and keep your body performing at its best.
You do not have to be an athlete to benefit from sports massage. Any active body that works hard deserves this level of attention.
Ideal for: Active clients, muscle recovery, overuse and repetitive strain, pre and post activity care.
Deep Tissue Massage
Where therapeutic work goes deeper. Deep tissue massage uses slower, more deliberate strokes and sustained pressure to reach the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue where chronic tension tends to hold.
This modality is particularly valued by clients who carry long-standing tightness, postural strain, or muscle discomfort that lighter pressure does not fully address. It is focused, precise, and performed with careful attention to your comfort throughout.
Ideal for: Chronic muscle tension, postural discomfort, recovery support, clients who prefer firmer pressure.
Trigger Point Therapy
Precision therapeutic work for specific areas of tension. Trigger points are localized areas of muscle tightness that can cause discomfort at the site or refer sensation to other parts of the body. Headaches that originate in the neck and shoulders, for example, are a common trigger point pattern.
Your therapist applies careful manual pressure, vibration, and targeted technique to deactivate these points and restore normal muscle function. This is focused, intentional work that addresses the source of discomfort rather than simply the surface.
Ideal for: Headaches, tension patterns, referred discomfort, carpal tunnel, frozen shoulder, plantar fasciitis, sciatica.
Note: Trigger point therapy is a targeted therapeutic service. Please discuss any specific concerns with Tamra before booking so she can ensure this modality is appropriate for your situation.
Hot Stone Massage
An experience as much as a treatment. Smooth, heated basalt stones are placed and moved along the body, delivering warmth that penetrates deeply into the muscle tissue. The heat is both profoundly relaxing and therapeutically effective, encouraging tight muscles to soften and release in a way that hands alone cannot always achieve.
Hot stone massage is one of the most requested services at Avis Alternative Healing for good reason. Clients consistently describe leaving feeling deeply restored.
Ideal for: Deep relaxation, muscle tension, cold weather months, clients who run cold or carry tension in specific areas.
Reflexology
The entire body, accessed through the feet. Reflexology is a specialized therapeutic practice based on the principle that specific areas of the feet correspond to organs, systems, and structures throughout the body. By applying precise pressure to these reflex points, your therapist supports the body’s natural balance and encourages a state of deep relaxation.
Reflexology is deeply calming and completely non-invasive. It is an excellent choice for clients who prefer not to undress for a full body massage or who are looking for a gentle yet deeply effective therapeutic experience.
Ideal for: Whole body relaxation, clients preferring clothed sessions, stress and tension, general wellness support.
Prenatal Massage
Carrying a child is one of the most demanding things a body can do. Prenatal massage offers expectant mothers a deeply supportive therapeutic experience designed specifically for the changing needs of pregnancy.
Your therapist works with care and expertise to address the areas most commonly affected during pregnancy including the lower back, hips, shoulders, and legs. Sessions are adapted throughout to ensure your complete comfort and safety at every stage.
Prenatal massage supports circulation, addresses nerve discomfort, and offers the kind of genuine rest that becomes increasingly rare as pregnancy progresses.
Important: Prenatal massage is recommended beginning in the second trimester. It is not advised during the first trimester. Please consult your physician before booking if you have any pregnancy related complications, risk of preterm labor, or clotting concerns. Tamra will review your health history before your session begins.
Ideal for: Second and third trimester expectant mothers, lower back and hip discomfort, sciatic nerve support, stress and tension during pregnancy.
Aromatherapy Add-On
Enhance your massage experience with a customized aromatherapy treatment. Tamra offers aromatherapy as an add-on to any massage session, selecting blends to complement your wellness goals for that visit. Whether you are seeking deeper relaxation, an energy lift, or stress relief, aromatherapy adds another layer of intentional care to your session.
Please mention your interest in aromatherapy when booking.
Experienced hands. Professional care.
Every massage session at Avis Alternative Healing is performed by a Licensed Massage Therapist with the training and experience to address what your body actually needs. Attentive, skilled, and entirely focused on you.
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This is the most common question new clients ask and there is no wrong answer. If you are coming in for the first time and are not sure where to start, Swedish massage is the most versatile option and the one Tamra most often recommends as an introduction to her work. If you carry chronic tension, deep tissue may be a better fit. If you are pregnant, prenatal massage is specifically designed for you.
The best approach is simply to share how you are feeling when you arrive. Tamra will help you choose. Every session begins with a conversation and that conversation is where the right decision gets made together.
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Session lengths vary depending on the modality and your personal needs. Please contact Tamra directly to discuss session length options and what she recommends for your first visit. She will make sure you have everything you need before you book.
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This depends on the modality you choose. For Swedish, deep tissue, sports, hot stone, trigger point, and prenatal massage, you will undress to your comfort level and be professionally draped throughout your session. Only the area being worked on is ever exposed. Your comfort and dignity are the first priority at all times.
Reflexology is performed fully clothed with only your feet exposed. It is an excellent option for clients who prefer not to undress.
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Massage should never be excessively painful. Some modalities such as deep tissue and trigger point therapy involve firm pressure that may produce some sensation, particularly in areas of chronic tension. This is normal and should feel productive rather than distressing.
Tamra monitors your comfort throughout every session. If pressure feels too intense at any point, simply let her know. She will adjust immediately.
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Arrive well hydrated. Avoid a heavy meal immediately before your session. Wear comfortable clothing you can easily change out of. Arrive a few minutes early for your first visit so you have time to settle in and complete your intake paperwork without feeling rushed.
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Drink plenty of water following your session. This supports your body’s natural process following therapeutic work. Eat lightly and choose nourishing foods. Rest if you are able to. Some clients feel energized immediately after a massage. Others prefer a quiet evening. Both responses are completely normal.
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This depends entirely on your wellness goals and how your body responds. Many clients find monthly sessions maintain a consistent sense of wellbeing. Others come in more frequently during periods of high stress or physical demand. Clients seeking support for chronic tension often begin with more frequent sessions and taper as their body responds.
Tamra will discuss what she recommends for your situation after your first session.
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Yes, with important considerations. Prenatal massage is specifically designed for expectant mothers and is recommended beginning in the second trimester. It is not advised during the first trimester.
If you have any pregnancy related complications, risk of preterm labor, or clotting concerns, please consult your physician before booking. Tamra reviews every prenatal client’s health history before the session begins and adapts her approach accordingly.
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Avis Alternative Healing is located at 1455 Cedar Street, Suite E in Clarksville, Indiana, just minutes from Louisville, Kentucky. Suite E is inside the building. Follow the signage when you arrive. Parking is available on site.
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Tamra is NOT currently accepting new massage therapy clients. Tamra is accepting new Colon hydrotherapy clients.
Todd is accepting new massage therapy clients.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions before getting started? Get in touch.
Disclaimer:
Colon hydrotherapy is a wellness service and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any medical condition. If you are experiencing symptoms of gastrointestinal distress including acute pain, blood in the stool, fever, or nausea and vomiting, please consult your physician before scheduling a session.