I started seeing Dena after my facial lift surgery for a year. She has been an absolute game changer in my recovery. Her massage technique is gentle, intentional, and incredibly effective. After each session, I noticed reduced swelling, better circulation, and a much more natural contour returning to my face. She really understands how to work with postoperative tissue. Nothing feels rushed or random. My skin softened, the tightness eased, and the overall sensation of my face started to feel "normal" again much sooner than expected. Dena is also warm, knowledgeable, and very comforting to be around, which made it easy for me to trust her even early in my healing... read full review
July 2025
I can't speak highly enough of the lymphatic drainage post-op massages I've received at the Body Apothecary. Eight months ago I had plastic surgery. I began with weekly sessions about 7 weeks post-op and have since transitioned to monthly sessions. With consistent sessions I've felt a noticeable difference in my body. Honestly I was nervous to be touched initially because everything was painful and tense post surgery but Dena is so gentle and makes sure each session is tailored to what I'm in need of. I also now receive cup gliding as part of my sessions, which has been essential in improving the appearance and texture of my scars--something I didn't... read full review
May 2025
Dena is really wonderful and I highly recommend her. We've been working together for the past several months and Dena is a great coach. I've appreciated so much her thoughtfulness and insight into what I'm experiencing and have really found her perspective and encouragement to be so helpful. I always look forward to our time together.
I started seeing Dena after my facial lift surgery for a year. She has been an absolute game changer in my recovery. Her massage technique is gentle, intentional, and incredibly effective. After each session, I noticed reduced swelling, better circulation, and a much more natural contour returning to my face. She really understands how to work with postoperative tissue. Nothing feels rushed or random. My skin softened, the tightness eased, and the overall sensation of my face started to feel "normal" again much sooner than expected. Dena is also warm, knowledgeable, and very comforting to be around, which made it easy for me to trust her even early in my healing... read full review
I can't speak highly enough of the lymphatic drainage post-op massages I've received at the Body Apothecary. Eight months ago I had plastic surgery. I began with weekly sessions about 7 weeks post-op and have since transitioned to monthly sessions. With consistent sessions I've felt a noticeable difference in my body. Honestly I was nervous to be touched initially because everything was painful and tense post surgery but Dena is so gentle and makes sure each session is tailored to what I'm in need of. I also now receive cup gliding as part of my sessions, which has been essential in improving the appearance and texture of my scars--something I didn't... read full review
Dena is really wonderful and I highly recommend her. We've been working together for the past several months and Dena is a great coach. I've appreciated so much her thoughtfulness and insight into what I'm experiencing and have really found her perspective and encouragement to be so helpful. I always look forward to our time together.