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About Eva Dawson
Eva Dawson, OTR/L graduated from Eastern Michigan University with her Bachelors of Science in Occupational Therapy in 2001. In 2004
Eva Dawson, OTR/L graduated from Eastern Michigan University with her Bachelors of Science in Occupational Therapy in 2001. In 2004
Unhealthy sleep patterns can be caused by underlying medical issues, adrenal fatigue, stress, anxiety, or trauma. A comprehensive evaluation will be completed to determine root causes of sleep disturbances along with patient education in minimizing stressors, deep breathing techniques, yoga exercises, and sleep schedules. Treatment for sleep disturbances may include stimulation of the parasympathetic nervous system with multiple modalities to calm the body.
Hormonal imbalances can be caused by stress, adrenal fatigue, diet, lack of exercise, underlying medical issues, toxins, or unbalanced lifestyle. A comprehensive evaluation will be completed to determine root causes of the hormonal imbalance along with patient education to minimize stress and improve healthy eating habits. Treatments for hormonal imbalance may include utilizing essential oils to help support healthy body function, specialized exercises and relaxation techniques and patient education.
Infertility can be caused by stress, disruptions in appropriate anatomical structures, liver imbalances, improper blood flow to organs, and hormonal imbalances. A comprehensive evaluation will be completed to assist women in addressing their infertility naturally along with patient education on menstrual health and healthy lifestyle changes to increase fertility. Treatment may include visceral manipulation and utilization of essential oils to help support healthy body function.
A woman who strives to have a natural birth needs to prepare her body for this event. A comprehensive evaluation will be completed for each patient to determine an individualized course of action to prepare their bodies for natural labor. Patient education in breathing techniques, specialized exercises, and manual techniques may also be utilized to help the body prepare for this event. Issues with low back pain, sciatic pain, or abdominal pain can be treated using body alignment techniques, specialized stretches and exercises and relaxation techniques. Postpartum rehabilitation involves strengthening the pelvic floor, improving sexual function, addressing stress/hormonal levels, and mental health as well as correcting Diastasis Recti and abdominal separation.
Restores the body’s natural detoxification and immune flow through gentle rhythmic touch.
Lymphatic drainage is a deeply restorative therapy that encourages the movement of lymph fluid throughout the body. This technique supports immune function, reduces swelling and inflammation, enhances post-surgical recovery, and promotes deep relaxation. Using manual methods informed by neuroscience and holistic energetics, I help restore balance to the body’s cleansing and regulatory systems.
Sinus drain can be used to help individuals recover from sinus infections or colds, as well as provide stress relief. A gentle massage is used within the collarbone and neck area to promote sinus drainage and remove mucous from the nasal cavity in order to assist with breathing function.
Softens restriction and restores communication between organs and surrounding fascia.
Visceral manipulation focuses on gentle, specific movements that improve the relationship between the body’s organs and their connective tissues. This therapy enhances digestion, hormone signaling, and energy flow while reducing pain and structural tension. It supports everything from gut health to emotional resilience by releasing deep, stored restrictions in the core.
Healthy digestion is an essential component to living a healthy lifestyle. In addition to visceral manipulation, therapy will include instruction on breathing techniques, specialized exercises to support the digestive track. Promotion of healthy lifestyle choices to support digestive health including education on dietary needs, supplements, essential oils to assist with digestion will be provided.
Pelvic pain is prevalent among males and females. An evaluation is provided to determine the underlying cause of the pelvic pain. Specialized exercises, visceral treatment, and essential oils are used to aid in the relief of pelvic pain. Internal manual techniques, biofeedback and relaxation techniques may be completed based on each individual’s needs.
Eva is a Holy Fire® III Karuna Reiki® Master. Eva became certified from the International Center for Reiki Training. The spiritual healing art of Reiki works by channeling positive energy into the body. Eva can use Reiki energy placing her hands on the affected areas of the body to treat pain, emotional issues, trauma or injury. This powerful flow of positive energy may bring a near-immediate sensation of relief as it releases tension, lessens the impact of stress and replaces negative energy with the positive. Some refer to this positive Reiki energy as the life force, and indeed it can bring new life to a stressed-out, tired body. In a Reiki session, the intention is to create deep relaxation, to help speed healing, reduce pain, and decrease other symptoms you may be experiencing.
Disturbances in healthy bowel and bladder function can be caused by consuming certain foods, excessive amounts of caffeine and sugar, stress, and consumption of certain medications. A comprehensive evaluation will be completed to determine how to regain control of these functions along with patient education on toileting patterns, proper hydration, manual manipulation techniques, specialized exercises, and proper positioning for toileting.
Energy Medicine is used throughout affected areas of the body to treat pain, emotional issues, trauma and injuries. This powerful flow of energy medicine may be a near-immediate sensation of relief as it eases tension, lessens the impact of stress and removes negative energy blocks. Energy Medicine can bring new life into a stressed-out body. In an Energy Medicine session, the intention is to create deep relaxation, to help speed healing, reduce pain, maintain emotional regulation and decrease any other negative barriers and symptoms you may be experiencing.
Combines aromatherapy and targeted touch to rebalance energy and support the nervous system.
Inspired by ancient healing traditions, this technique uses therapeutic-grade essential oils applied along the spine and feet in a sequence that supports circulation, immune defense, and energetic harmony. The result is a deeply grounding and renewing experience that bridges emotional and physical wellbeing.
Integrative strategies that honor the nervous system and unique sensory needs.
As an occupational therapist with over two decades of experience, I specialize in supporting children and adults with neurodivergent profiles. Using a combination of gentle nervous-system regulation techniques, sensory integration, frequency balancing, and nutritional insight, I help clients build regulation, confidence, and self-connection in daily life.
Intense migraines can be caused by stress, emotional imbalances, sleep deprivation, or can be diet related. A comprehensive evaluation will be completed to determine the root cause of the migraines. Treatment for migraines may include utilization of essential oils to help support healthy body function, manual techniques using visceral manipulation, massage, cervical traction, and patient education.
Warm, organic castor oil packs are applied to the abdomen or lymphatic regions to support liver detoxification, improve lymphatic flow, reduce inflammation, and promote deep relaxation.
A full-body red and near-infrared light experience that supports mitochondrial energy, reduces inflammation, enhances circulation, and promotes cellular repair and recovery.
A focused red-light treatment applied to specific areas of pain, inflammation, or injury to accelerate tissue repair, reduce discomfort, and support healing at the cellular level.
Microcurrent Point Stimulation (MPS) is gently applied to specific points to support scar tissue release, reduce pain, improve lymphatic and fascial flow, and restore healthy nerve communication. This technique helps the nervous system reset dysfunctional patterns.
Microcurrent Point Stimulation for scar tissue release and nervous system regulation
Dolphin MPS Therapy uses gentle microcurrent stimulation to address scar tissue, pain, and fascial restriction. This treatment improves lymphatic and blood flow, softens adhesions, and supports the re-patterning of nerve communication after surgery or trauma. It’s particularly effective for post-surgical scars, chronic pain, and areas of energetic stagnation.
Subtle vibrational stimulation of auricular points and vagal pathways to regulate the nervous system, reduce trauma patterns, and enhance relaxation.
Gentle stimulation of reflex points on the ear to support the nervous system, reduce stress, and promote emotional and physical balance.
Therapeutic-grade tuning forks are used on the body and around the energy field to restore balance, reduce stress, and support nervous system coherence.
