Swell

What makes you feel alive?

Swell massage therapy was born in the beautiful Lofoten islands, in Norway, where the presence of the sea fuels the everyday life. A swell is a slow, regular movement of the sea in rolling waves that do not break. It is also a gradual increase, rise and expansion. I was drawn to these definitions as they convey the deeply transformative approach of massage therapy - waves of touch sent to the body in order to feel better & greater.

Swell massage therapy was created for people who want get to a place of balance in themselves, to feel whole again. That’s Swell.

Selena

This is what I want to share with you.

Hi, I’m Selena. I love my work. I love supporting people to feel better so they can engage in a full life. For me personally, a full life translates into connecting everyday with the natural landscape on skis tours, mountain runs and surf sessions. It also includes deeply contemplative moments and openhearted giggles with my daughter & husband.

I am fascinated with the intelligence of the human body. I believe that we all have the innate ability to feel relaxed and comfortable in our own bodies, no matter the age. I use massage therapy as a tool to connect you to your body, because this relationship is the most potent source of healing available.

I work with each client as unique individuals to reach their optimal healthy state. My passion is in myofascial release and abdominal / pelvic issues. I also strongly believe in the very effective work Craniosacral therapy has on deeper physical and emotional tensions.

I graduated from an extensive two year full-time program in Massage Therapy with an osteopathic perspective at the HP Formation Center in Geneva, Switzerland. My massage therapy experience ranges from sport massage at the Geneva Country Club (tennis club), sport massage team on the Haute Route cycling races, therapeutic massage on yoga retreats and my own clinic. I also teach yoga on a regular basis at Min Yoga Lofoten + offer Ski & Yoga retreats across Europe, look here if you are interested.

“I think our work (with Selena) is essential for me to set a new course in life. In the meantime I will read her thoughts and advices. I think Selena has a very broad and highly qualified competence.”

Ragnhild Nyland |  lofoten, Norway

“I had a FANTASTIC sports massage from Selena! For anyone who has been ski touring I would definitely recommend Swell Therapy! Selena is very knowledgeable when it comes to identifying trigger points, deep tissue work and overall sports-related stretching, post-workout advice. It was also extremely relaxing. After an hour massage I’m ready for the next adventure!”

Michelle Grocke  |  bozeman, montana

“Selena er unik! Hun har mye kunnskap om anatomi, kropp og bevegelse- og et veldig godt blikk for hva den enkelte trenger! I tillegg er hun utrolig behagelig. tenk så heldige vi er som har Selena og Swell i Kabelvåg! Anbefales til absolutt alle!”

Anja Meland Rød |  lofoten, norway

ethics

I believe we can all make a difference and that it is our responsibility to do so. Therefore I strive to offer my services in the most respectful way to my clients, the environment and myself. I hold a safe space for every body and client.

As I strongly think good is in the details, this commitment is mainly manifested in small actions and choices embedded in a greater philosophy. The linen and towels are organic fabric, the soaps and cleaning products are environmentally safe and the skin products I use are from organic sources and ethically responsable companies I trust.

I also strongly think community is essential to support ethical business and vice versa, so you can also participate to a better you & sea with an exciting collaboration between :
SWELL THERAPY + ARCTIC ORIGINS + LOFOTEN SEAWEED + FOLKEAKSJONEN.NO 

Offer yourself or a loved one a massage therapy treatment with exclusive seaweed based product tailored for this cause. 30% goes directly to organisations working hard to protect the sea.