Whether you’re curious about our clinical protocols, booking policies, or what to wear to your first session, you’ll find everything you need to know right here.
It’s our signature way of combining different therapies (like massage and cupping) into one focused session to solve a specific problem like "stuck" muscles.
We use "productive pressure." It may be intense in tight areas, but it should always feel like a "good hurt" that brings relief.
It's a technique that focuses on the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue to release chronic tension.
Yes, our Vital Protocol is designed specifically for nervous system calming and pure relaxation.
It involves pressing on specific "knots" to release pain that might be traveling to other parts of your body.
We use high-end, hypoallergenic oils and creams that nourish the skin without leaving you feeling greasy.
Yes! For a total body reset, we can build a custom session that utilizes both decompression and elongation.
Yes, Cathartic is a private clinical practice. Every session is performed personally by Nathalie to ensure elite-level care.
02. Specialized Care
Usually, yes. The darker the mark, the more "stuck" the area was. As you get healthier, the marks actually become lighter.
We use PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation)—a medical technique that "tricks" the brain into letting muscles go deeper.
Most people, yes. We avoid it for those on blood thinners or with certain skin conditions.
Often, yes. By stretching the piriformis and glutes, we can take pressure off the sciatic nerve.
We offer specialized, gentle facial cupping for lymphatic drainage and sinus relief—it does NOT leave marks like back cupping.
You’ll feel the "openness" for several days. Regular sessions help make that flexibility permanent.
It’s when we move the cups across your skin while they are attached—it feels like a deep-tissue steamroller.
No! This is exactly for people who feel "stiff as a board." We meet you where you are.
03. Booking & Prep
We require 24 hours' notice for cancellations. This allows us to offer the spot to someone on our waiting list.
Gratuity is never expected but always appreciated if you feel you received exceptional service.
Since Nathalie is a solo practitioner, we can only see one person at a time (no "couples" massages).
We do not bill insurance directly, but we can provide a detailed receipt (Superbill) for you to submit.
Your session will still end on time so the next patient isn't delayed. We recommend arriving 5 minutes early.
Yes, digital gift cards are available via our booking portal—perfect for birthdays or holidays.
It’s not required, but clean skin helps our oils and cups work much more effectively.
Yes, there is street parking and nearby garage options right here on Kane Concourse.
04. Health & Wellness
Yes, but only after your first trimester. Please let us know so we can set up the table for your comfort.
If you have a fever or are contagious, please reschedule. Massage can actually make you feel worse when you're fighting an active virus.
For chronic pain, every 2 weeks. For general wellness, once a month is the gold standard.
Massage and cupping release metabolic waste from your muscles. Water helps your kidneys flush it out.
A "muscle glow" (mild soreness) is normal—it’s like the feeling after a good workout.
It’s best to wait 12–24 hours to let your muscles integrate the work we did.
Yes, especially tension headaches caused by tight neck and shoulder muscles.
100%. We follow strict privacy standards to ensure your intake forms and history are totally confidential.