Cultivating safety from within

A Sanctuary for Healing and Transformation

Inner Sana is more than a studio—it’s a path home to yourself. Through bodywork, breathwork, and somatic healing, we gently guide you toward a profound sense of safety, presence, and connection. Here, healing unfolds naturally, and you can find what it feels like to be truly whole.

Meet Melissa
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Melissa Parkhurst
Somatic Healing Practitioner
Licensed Massage Therapist

My work is rooted in creating a space where you can reconnect with your body’s wisdom and gently unravel the patterns that no longer serve you. True healing begins with safety.

My professional training includes a license in massage therapy, specializing in trauma work and somatic therapy, as well as certifications in trauma-informed breathwork and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). My work has been extensively  informed by my own healing journey, having studied and utilized energy healing, conscious breathwork, movement therapies, inner child integration, and psychedelic medicine work, amongst other methods. 

It is my greatest honor to be able to hold space for those seeking awareness, growth, and deep healing, and I look forward to connecting with those aligned to work with us.

My mission is to provide a sanctuary for deep healing, where individuals reconnect with their innate wholeness through bodywork, breath, and energy practices.

  • “What sets Melissa apart is her uncanny ability to find exactly where my body needs the most attention. She is incredibly intuitive, completely in sync with my specific needs, and always seems to know just the right approach.”

  • “In the space Melissa holds for me, I end up talking about things that I didn’t know I even needed to bring up. It’s like they just come out of me naturally.”


  • “Working with Melissa has not only reduced my stress but has helped me understand myself on a much deeper level. She allows me to express things others might shy away from, and that alone has been profoundly healing”.

  • “In the past, I have felt exposed when delving into past trauma, like someone opened up a can of worms and then left me to deal with it on my own. In my sessions with Melissa, I always feel supported and contained so that I could open up while still feeling safe.”

  • “Somehow, the way Melissa speaks feels like it’s tailored perfectly to me and the way I can receive information best. It’s so much clearer, even if it’s something I’ve read about or heard before.”

  • "I originally came to Melissa seeking relief from stress in my neck and arm, having tried massage and consulting in the past. What I found was so much more than physical relief—I learned how life events affect the body and how to release what I had been holding onto.”

  • “I was initially afraid of feeling judged or misunderstood, but Melissa creates a space that is truly safe. She listens deeply, without judgment, and accepts whatever comes up with compassion. She has a gift for helping me see the connection between my emotions and my body, gently guiding me to bring buried feelings to the surface so I can finally let go.”

  • “Beyond her incredible skill, Melissa’s kind and caring demeanor makes every session a truly enjoyable experience. She is, without a doubt, the best massage therapist I have ever worked with, and I highly recommend her to anyone seeking deep, lasting relief.”

  • "I came to Melissa seeking relief from hip pain and constant shoulder tightness, having tried other practitioners in the past. From my very first session, I noticed a difference—her treatments greatly alleviated my pain and tension in a way I hadn’t experienced before.”

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Somatic Healing

Your body holds the story of your experiences. Through gentle touch, guided movement, and increased awareness, somatic bodywork supports you in reconnecting with your body’s wisdom, unwinding held tension, and gently releasing stored emotions. An invitation into balance, ease, and deeper self-connection.

Reiki Energy Healing

Subtle, soothing, and deeply supportive—Reiki helps restore balance on every level. By gently channeling healing energy, this hands-on (or hands-above) practice encourages relaxation, reduces stress, and nurtures your body’s natural capacity to heal. A quiet return to harmony and ease.

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Breathwork Healing

Your breath is a gateway inward. Through slow, conscious breathing, this practice helps you gently release tension, move stored emotions, and quiet the mind. Breathwork invites clarity, balance, and a deeper connection to your inner world—one breath at a time.

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Therapeutic Massage

More than relaxation—massage is a gentle return to yourself. Through intuitive touch and quiet presence, this practice eases physical tension, soothes the nervous system, and creates space for clarity and calm. Each session supports a deeper sense of connection, grounding, and inner harmony.

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Your Healing Journey Starts Here

Somatic Healing is a guided journey to rediscover safety, wholeness, and deep connection from within. Through a blend of bodywork, breath, energy healing, and coaching, we co-create safe space that allows for nervous system regulation and connected awareness of your emotional body so that you can be your most authentic, empowered self. This is your space to heal, integrate, and transform—gently and sustainably.