Coffee.

Oh the debate of coffee continues.

My excuse is that I was raised European. 

Some say its toxic, or is false energy, a psychological crutch. Sometimes it gives me neuroses and rosasia. But really, it just tastes good with bread an cheese and makes any book better. Makes the next morning a sweet way to serve your lover. Here is to my first cup of the day, and a taxed adrenal system, and my new Bialetti. Oh, and to my favorite grounds: Four Barrel, Bicycle Coffee, Stumptown (Coeur D'Afric), Verve, Jeremiah Pick, and Lava Aza. 

Frequently Asked Questions

-Does deep tissue massage hurt?

Liv’s theory is that a good deep tissue massage releases pain, but does not cause it.

-What do a wear to a session?

Dress as if you are going to the gym. Comfortable clothes will help with learning stretches. Flat heels will allow maximum benefits of the massage to last longer.
Please note that even if you are comfortable undressing completely, you will be covered the entire time by a draping of the sheet. 

-Do you do outcall?

If you have a table at your house, then I can travel within the SF, Oakland, Berkeley area for a small additional fee to cover travel costs.

-Do you have special deals/packages?

No. I am affordable so that you can come regularly, however, I do love the bartering system. Please feel free to offer massages as gifts to family and friends, I can make them a gift certificate at no additional coast. 

Bio.

In 2003, Liv Miller completed an 801-hour massage therapy program at East West College of Healing Arts. After which she went to work for a chiropractor for 4.5 years, focusing on auto injury and repetitive strain. Techniques that Liv Miller primarily uses are: deep tissue, myo-facial release, and trigger point therapy. During this time, she also became a certified Kundalini Yoga instructor (200 hours) and studied partner acrobatics under Austrian National gymnast, and coach Stefan Furst (from 2008-2010).

Liv has been an avid cyclist since 2009 (inspired by completing the AIDS Life Cycle from SF to LA), and in 2013 joined a cyclo-cross racing team and works with a personal trainer. All of this helps her to understand what an athlete’s body experiences.

Liv is also a registered nurse with a bachelor degree in the science of nursing. With one foot in Eastern modalities and one in Western bio medicine, her philosophy on heath is holistic and grounded in research as well as a meditative practice.

Her style is technical and intuitive as well as relaxing and therapeutic. Every session is individualized, and she enjoys working consistently with clients so that they can work together towards common goals.

Testimonials

“It really feels like you listen” –Mary 1/16/13

“Your so tiney, but so powerful” –Alex?

“You really have a full arsenal, equipped for healing” –Tanya 4/09/13

“Feels like you put my soul back into my body” –Maui 4/18/13

“Right on the edge of pain, very talented” –Anon

“That was amazing and exceeded my expectations by a lot” –Katherine 9/14/13

“She was great, both emotionally and physically. I was a wreck coming in there, I really didn’t want anyone to touch me at all. I’m a single mom with serious back pain and I felt like I was on the road to recovery finally and I really just didn’t want anyone to touch me at all, in case something went wrong again. I was referred by my doctor [Kimberly Young], though, and she really wanted me to do it so I came in. I was all over the place and I couldn’t calm down at all, and Liv was there for me and made me feel better in every way.” -Yelp Review 10/3/11    

Massage Therapy Links

Web page:
http://about.me/liv.miller

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/livmillermassage?ref=hl
Search: Liv Miller Massage

Yelp:
http://www.yelp.com/biz/liv-miller-massage-oakland
Check under: Liv Miller Massage

DFL

It took me a very long time to get my first cycling shot.

Here it is, official in all its glory. Yes, I have done many a point and shoot, but they didn't really count. 

Its definitely that because I am in a race that this photo counts. My first race. 

But it wasn't at all sanctioned. All bouch a bouch. Still counts though.

What my luck that one of the few professional photographers got a good one of me.