Nicole Silva

As a practitioner, Nicole's intention is to create a space where your body feels supported, your mind can unwind, and your whole self is invited to heal. Her work focuses on creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for healing through intuitive, heart-centered bodywork.

Nicole believes the human body is incredibly intelligent and generally knows what it needs in order to heal itself. People often talk about the mind, body, and spirit as if they were ever separate. But think of islands in the ocean—they may appear distinct from one another above the surface, yet beneath the water they're all part of the same landmass. They were never truly separate. This perspective deeply influences her practice. By respecting the nervous system and working with it in subtle yet meaningful ways, Nicole helps create the conditions for the body to release and process experiences the way it naturally knows how.

Much of Nicole's work involves listening through her hands to how the body presents and responds, allowing each session to support what is most needed for balance and ease. Her sessions include work with soft tissues—such as muscles and fascia—as well as gentle techniques that address the nervous system, internal organs, and cranial structures. Her integrative approach draws from several therapeutic modalities, including Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, craniosacral therapy, reflexology, and Thai yoga massage. Nicole also practices visceral and neural manipulation techniques developed by French osteopaths Jean-Pierre Barral and Alain Croibier. These gentle techniques are designed to support the mobility and function of the internal organs and nerves and may be helpful for concerns related to nerve irritation, restricted movement, and discomfort.

Each integrative session is individualized and guided by your specific needs and how your body responds during treatment. With an intuitive understanding of the mind-body connection and deep respect for the body's innate wisdom, Nicole partners with you to support physical balance, encourage nervous system regulation, and create space for the body to restore and integrate naturally.

Education + Certifications:

A.A.S. degree in Massage Therapy, Northwestern Health Sciences University, Bloomington MN

Certification in Therapeutic Massage, Northwestern Health Sciences University, Bloomington MN

Reiki 1 & 2, Usui Reiki Ryoho 

Visceral Manipulation (VM1), The Barral Institute

Neural Manipulation (NM1, NM2), The Barral Institute

Accepting New Clients?

Yes