Marma Therapy with Jonny Mize
Awaken Your Body’s Natural Healing Capacity
Marma Therapy, or vital point therapy, is one of the most powerful and effective methods of bodywork in the world stemming from India’s ancient healing science of Ayurveda
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Release stuck emotions and energetic blocks
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Reduce physical and mental stress
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Detoxify your body
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Increase health and vitality
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Reconnect to yourself and become more embodied and whole
Marma Therapy Treatment Sessions Include
- Yoga Physiotherapy (the origin of Thai Yoga Massage) – Combining therapeutic movement & yogic principles to restore strength, mobility, & balance
- Body Walk Therapy for Deep Tissue Release – Innovative full body reset using assisted movement and pressure to release tension and improve energy flow throughout the body
- Marma Point Acupressure Release on Feet & Body – Activating the body’s natural rejuvenating systems
- Traditional Akara Rejuvenative Warm Oil Massage – A dynamic, strength-building oil massage rooted in ancient Indian warrior traditions for resilience and vitality
- Pranic Energy Healing – Channeling life force energy to cleanse, energize and accelerate the body’s natural healing process
This unique, one-of-a-kind method brings all of these together in one powerful sequence that can be safely applied and customized.
Live Mantram chanting, Gandharva Ved (Sound Healing), and Aroma Therapy are also available/offered throughout the session. Time and space to integrate and process with warm detox tea is also provided after your session.
Marma Movement & Techniques
This short two minute video shows some of the movements and techniques that will be used in a session:
Foot Marma
Foot Marma
Foot Marma
Body Walk
Body Walk
Akara Massage
Jonny’s Personal Story
Looking back, my life for the most part has been very challenging and traumatic, one filled with a lot of physical, sexual, mental, substance and emotional abuse from an early childhood into my military career as an adult. I suffered most of my life with anxiety, depression, physical pains, anger, low self-worth, alcoholism, sex addiction, loneliness, suicide ideation, and suicide attempts.
Jumping forward to my life currently, I am thriving, living with the most energy and enthusiasm for life than I have ever experienced, and growing more each day. I found true inner healing in my life through ancient, yet simple and practical holistic health modalities. Self-care, self-development, and self-regulation are of the highest importance to me now.
Through all my life experiences, education, and certifications I can now confidently say that I am in love with life, with people, and most importantly myself. My passion and mission are to serve those who are suffering, those who are willing to do the deep inner work, and those that are ready to OptiMize their life. I would be honored to serve you on your road to healing. Thank you for your time and for reading my story. Looking forward to working with you!
Credentials
Along with being a Marma Somatic Therapist, I am also a Certified Massage Therapist, Holistic Health Practitioner, Transcendental Meditation Teacher, Yoga Teacher, Elementum Life Coach, and Peer Support Specialist. I’m currently enrolled in a Ayurvedic Practitioner program. I served in the Army, was deployed to Afghanistan and received an honorable discharge
What People are Saying
“I was really nervous going into my first Marma session but Jonny’s knowledge and calming presence made me feel at ease. I’ve since had four Marma Therapy sessions with him and they have each been very powerful, helping me to release stuck emotions and energies in my body that have been wanting to move for a long time. Jonny is a true healer and cares so much about his work. I always know that I’m going to get exactly what I need from a session with him.” – Katey S.
“Jonny is a gentle, compassionate, and inspiring human being who I feel so grateful to have received a healing session from! His presence and caring alone are healing. Even after reading all the details, I didn’t totally know what to expect from a marma session, but I knew right away that I was in good hands and I was open to receiving whatever benefits came from the session. I found it to be both relaxing and invigorating at the same time. I felt calm, clear, peaceful and energized after. The session itself was a sort of journey, and I sort of moved in and out of different layers of my own being, and got exactly what I needed. Thank you Jonny, for showing up so fully!” – Rayna B.
“I loved my bodywork session with Johnny! He seamlessly combined a number of different healing modalities during my session, including breathwork, Yoga physiotherapy, and, of course, Marma acupressure. Jonny took the time to really get to know me during our session and tailored the session to address all of my physical concerns. Jonny helped to correct a slight misalignment In my legs and I left the sessions feeling relaxed, energized, and very limber!! Thanks, Jonny! Looking forward to my next session with you!” – Rob W.
“This is a completely unique experience, almost a spiritual one. Jonny has combined multiple types of modalities into a total package of healing. I would pay any day for the full experience. After my session with Jonny, I felt full pain relief and a calmness I still carry with me using the breath work and techniques he taught me.” – Kevin M.
“Feeling extremely relaxed and energized.” – Douglas A., U.S. Army OEF Veteran
“Fantastic session with Jonny today. So happy I came in. I felt very comfortable and secure. Pressure and draping were perfect. Thank you so much.” – Elisa O.
“Jonny has a true gift of healing others with his hands, energy and voice. I very much enjoyed my marma massage/stretching session and really appreciated the chanting he did. It created a harmonic rhythm to the bodywork that boosted my spirit and eased my tension for days after my session. I will definitely be back for more!” – Shana E.
FAQ
What is Marma Therapy?
Marma or “vital” points, have been known by Ayurvedic doctors, yogis, and ancient warriors for many thousands of years. Warriors would strengthen these vital points to protect themselves from attack, and thus from knowledge of marmas came armor.
These points connect to the subtle nerves (nadis) and energetic centers (chakras), and serve as switches for life force (prana) to flow through and heal the body using its natural intelligence. At marma sites, toxins, stress and negative emotions get lodged, and are held sometimes for years – eventually manifesting as physical and mental disease.
This means that marmas are important for restoring proper connection and healing the subtle body — our internal energy, moods, and emotions — as well as the physical body, resulting in increased health and vitality. When the body is harmoniously communicating with the subtle body and the spirit – amazing things happen, and the body becomes a channel empowerment, clarity, and vitality of the true self.
What makes this particular Marma treatment different from the others?
It’s a comprehensive solution providing a transformational process that includes three key parts: Preparation, Detoxification and Rejuvenation.
1. Preparation – Yoga Physiotherapy
2. Detoxification – Body Walk and Marma Points
3. Rejuvenation – Akhara Massage and Pranic Healing
Is this treatment painful?
This specific Marma Treatment is highly unique in that it isn’t your traditional spa treatment. This deeply healing session is used intentionally to address the underlying root imbalances of physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual pain. Think of it more as a comprehensive body-mind integration system rather than just another massage. While most people leave their session feeling very relaxed, this deep inner somatic work can bring up some uncomfortable, yet highly transformative sensations, feelings, and thoughts. I will be there to guide you every step of the way.
How long does a treatment take?
The length of time commitment for an initial session is about 3 hours. This includes intake, the session, breaks if needed, and integration period at the end.
All sessions after the first one typically range from 2-2.5 hours depending on how much attention the person’s system is needing that day. The need of the person decides how long the session is; I work with you to allow the best quality experience.
What should I bring/wear?
The most important thing is to bring is an open mind and a willingness to be fully present for your session. Wear comfortable clothes, similar to what you would wear to a yoga class or massage. The Akara massage does use oil and there could be some transfer to clothing. Water, pillows, and blankets will be provided, but feel free to bring anything that will make you feel more comfortable.
Where does treatment take place?
Marma sessions are offered on a traditional Thai mat on the floor. You will need to be willing and able to safely and comfortably get up and down from the treatment floor mat. Sessions take place in my healing spaces in Pacific Beach, Solana Beach, or Ocean Beach. Sessions can be offered in-home for an additional charge if environment allows. Please contact for pricing and to see if it’s a good fit.
Is there anyone that should NOT get this treatment?
Marma Therapy is a very safe, unique, simple, and powerful treatment for most people. If you have any questions or concerns about whether or not Marma is right for you, schedule a free 10 minute Discovery Session with me here. I currently use an Ayurvedic oil blend for the Akara Massage. It contains a special mix of Indian roots, plants, fruit, etc. in sesame oil. If you have any known sensitivities/allergies or other concerns about this unique blend of oil, please contact me before booking your session.
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Jonny Mize | (805) 890-3243 | marmamize@gmail.com
Pacific Beach: 2180 Garnet Ave. Ste. #3I San Diego, Ca 92109
Ocean Beach: 2204 Sunset Cliffs Blvd Suite 202, San Diego, CA 92107
Solana Beach: 411 N Hwy 101, Solana Beach, CA 92075
Jonny Mize | (805) 890-3243 | marmamize@gmail.com
Pacific Beach: 2180 Garnet Ave. Ste. #3I San Diego, Ca 92109
Ocean Beach: 2204 Sunset Cliffs Blvd Suite 202, San Diego, CA 92107
Solana Beach: 411 N Hwy 101, Solana Beach, CA 92075