Business Details
Amy Colo in Port Townsend, WA
Amy Colo was founded on decades of hands-on experience in reproductive and digestive health care. Our practice combines traditional healing techniques with modern bodywork, rooted in the lineage of Dr. Rosita Arvigo and Miss Hortense Robinson. With over 25 years as a certified midwife and licensed massage therapist, our lead practitioner has developed specialized expertise in abdominal therapy for women's health across all life stages. We offer personalized treatment plans addressing menstrual pain, fertility challenges, postpartum recovery, and digestive disorders through gentle, effective massage techniques. Our professional workshops train healthcare providers in these methodologies, supported by continuing education credits from NCBTMB.The practice emphasizes embodied wellness, structural alignment, and nerve flow optimization to restore natural bodily functions. Clients receive both hands-on sessions and self-care instruction to maintain long-term health benefits. Our approach integrates craniosacral therapy, shiatsu, and yoga principles for comprehensive care. We serve individuals seeking non-invasive solutions for reproductive and digestive system imbalances while maintaining strict adherence to professional standards in bodywork therapy.
Services
Abdominal Massage
Pregnancy Support
Fertility Enhancement
Digestive Health
Professional Workshops
Highlights and features
- Certified instructors with 25+ years in midwifery and massage therapy
- Specialized training in reproductive system structural alignment techniques
- Proven results in alleviating menstrual pain and improving fertility outcomes
- Continuing education programs accredited by National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork
- Integrates craniosacral therapy and shiatsu principles with traditional Mayan techniques
Associations and certifications
- NCBTMB
What people say
Instant and lasting improvements
Transformed how I show up
Deep listening and healing
Pain free in 10 days
Invaluable prenatal support
Services
Abdominal Massage
Gentle manual therapy targeting reproductive and digestive system imbalances through anterior and posterior techniques. Addresses menstrual pain, organ prolapse, and digestive disorders while improving nerve flow to pelvic organs. Combines traditional Mayan methods with modern bodywork principles for structural realignment.
Pregnancy Support
Specialized bodywork for expectant mothers addressing tailbone pain, pelvic alignment, and nervous system regulation. Prepares the body for natural childbirth while providing immediate relief from pregnancy-related discomforts through targeted massage techniques.
Fertility Enhancement
Therapeutic interventions optimizing reproductive system function through improved circulation and organ positioning. Addresses hormonal imbalances and structural issues affecting conception while promoting overall pelvic wellness.
Digestive Health
Targeted abdominal massage restoring digestive tract functionality by releasing muscular tension and improving organ mobility. Addresses chronic issues like bloating, constipation, and irritable bowel syndrome through non-invasive manual techniques.
Professional Workshops
Comprehensive certification programs teaching anterior/posterior abdominal therapy techniques. Includes continuing education credits for massage therapists, midwives, and healthcare professionals seeking to expand their women's health treatment capabilities.
People
Amy Colo
Lead Therapist & Educator
Certified Professional Midwife and Licensed Massage Therapist with 25+ years experience. Specializes in women's health across all life stages through abdominal therapy techniques. Instructor for Abdominal Therapy Collective workshops.
Questions
What conditions does Maya Abdominal Therapy treat?
We address menstrual pain, fertility challenges, postpartum recovery, organ prolapse, digestive disorders, and pregnancy-related discomfort through targeted abdominal massage techniques.
How does the therapy benefit pregnancy?
Our prenatal sessions improve pelvic alignment, reduce tailbone pain, and prepare the body for natural childbirth while providing immediate relief from pregnancy-related discomforts.
Are self-care techniques taught?
Yes, clients receive personalized instruction in self-massage techniques to maintain treatment benefits and support ongoing reproductive and digestive system health.
What professional training options exist?
We offer three-level certification programs accredited by NCBTMB, covering basic techniques, posterior sequences, and advanced pregnancy applications for healthcare practitioners.
How many sessions are typically needed?
Most clients experience noticeable improvements within 3-5 sessions, with personalized treatment plans developed based on individual health goals and condition severity.
Reviews (4)
Alexandra Frizzell
Feb 28, 2022
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Amy is incredible and after one session I was already feeling better, healthier, and calmer. I had struggles with fertility and pregnancy so I've tried many different treatments and seeing Amy has has made the most notable difference. Not only are Amy's massages fantastic, she teaches you how to do it yourself between sessions. I've already sent my sister-in-law to Amy and she also loved it. Thank you, Amy! I look forward to continuing to work with you through pregnancy and beyond!
Lauren Bujosa
Jun 14, 2020
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I worked with Amy from 20 weeks into my pregnancy until postnatal. She is an expert on Arvigo therapy and has trained many of the local practitioners. She was nurturing and incredibly knowledgeable on all things surrounding childbirth. (She was a midwife for many years!) She also does prenatal classes. I went to one on Anatomy and it was really informative.
Sarah Strain
May 21, 2020
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Amy is a skilled massage therapist, and weaves her experience as a midwife, a massage therapist and a teacher of Mayan abdominal massage into providing a multi-layered approach to touch. In the beginning of the session she really takes her time to understand what is happening with your body. She is curious, strong and careful in her touch. In my time working with Amy, she has relieved symptoms of pelvic and abdominal discomfort. She has a gift of both exact knowledge of the body, and an intuitive approach that weaves a beautiful fusion of care.
Bridget Law
Mar 18, 2020
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Amy's prenatal massages are wonderful! She has all the necessary pillows and equipment to make sure pregnant gals are comfy, which for me means face down; She has great intuition when to work the tissue deep and when to be gentle and soothing. Her experience with midwifery and Mayan abdominal massage qualifies her to give great advice and attention to the baby as well. It's such a great experience! I recommend it to all!
