Our sorrows and wounds are healed only when we touch them with compassion  – Buddha

About Francesca

I provide a deeply calming holistic treatment in a safe and nurturing environment. My goal is to understand how my client’s physical and emotional habits have impacted their health and well-being and how I can gently and efficiently facilitate their healing.

I focus on improving my client’s quality of life through restoring strength, flexibility and energy from past injuries, reducing the effects of emotional pain and stress on the body and encouraging mind-body awareness. During your treatment, I will use a combination of Shiatsu, CranioSacral, Visceral Manipulation and L.A.S.T to ensure that I use the appropriate techniques to address your individual concerns.

My private studio is located in the peaceful neighbourhood of Hastings-Sunrise, just east of Commercial Drive, a quiet oasis away from traffic and congested streets.

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Training & Affiliation

Healing is a matter of time, but it is sometimes also a matter of opportunity. – Hippocrates

Shiatsu

Shiatsu is an acupressure technique to nourish and strengthen the body’s natural healing abilities by ensuring that the flow of vital energy (ki) is running smoothly without stagnation, blockage or weakness. The treatment style can vary from very light and energetic to deep pressure.

Shiatsu replenishes the body’s lymphatic, circulatory, digestive and nervous systems. Receiving regular treatments strengthens the body’s immunity, improves digestion and sleep, processes impurities more effectively, promotes efficient functioning of the organs and increases one’s energy. By addressing underlying imbalances, Shiatsu promotes a deeper physical, psychological and emotional awareness of the body.

Shiatsu is beneficial for the treatment of a wide-range of ailments, including:

  • Fatigue
  • Insomnia
  • Arthritis
  • Back Pain
  • Poor Posture
  • Migraines & Headaches
  • Neck and Shoulder Tension
  • Digestive Problems
  • Breathing Difficulties
  • Neurological Disorders
  • Anxiety and Depression
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • PMS & Menstrual Cycle Irregularities

Visceral Manipulation

Visceral manipulation is a treatment that gently releases restrictions in the organs’ supporting structures. The fascial tissue and ligaments that support the organs can get injured or stressed from physical impacts, food pathogens, infections or emotional trauma and, therefore, the organs cannot move and function efficiently. By gently manipulating the organs and the supporting tissue, the therapist can free the body of the restrictions, increase blood flow, improve function and allow your organs to heal.

Cranial Sacral

The CranioSacral system (CSS) is comprised of a membrane (the dura) that surrounds and protects your brain and spinal cord and the cerebral spinal fluid where it pumps to nourish, clean and heal your central nervous system. By gently manipulating the cranial bones and the sacrum, which sit atop the dura, CranioSacral Therapy can alleviate bone or tissue restrictions caused by a physical trauma, bacterial or viral infections or emotional stress. By improving the flow of cerebral spinal fluid, the CSS is hydrated and restored to a functional state.

With regular treatments, CranioSacral Therapy can improve or alleviate a wide variety of ailments:

  • Anxiety
  • Concussions
  • Tinnitus
  • Scoliosis
  • Migraine headaches
  • Sinus problems
  • Fibromyalgia
  • TMJ and hard palate dysfunctions
  • Chronic neck and back pain
  • Nervous disorders
  • Traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries
  • Chronic fatigue
  • Immune disorders
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

L.A.S.T.

Ligamentous Articular Strain Technique (LAST) is a style of treatment that addresses injury or dysfunction to joints by applying pressure to bone, muscle, fascial tissue or ligaments. These specific techniques are designed to stimulate healthier communication from the joints to the brain and vice-versa. The effects of L.A.S.T. can improve alignment, blood flow and neural function and decrease joint pain and muscle tone.

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Testimonials

Since seeing Francesca and receiving Shiatsu I have learned to listen to my body and mind...
Seven years ago I was involved in a couple of car accidents. As a result, I suffered from neck, shoulder and back pain. I visited a chiropractor, physiotherapist and an acupuncturist. I became depressed and tired and I was experiencing digestive problems, and could no longer exercise. Since seeing Francesca and receiving Shiatsu I have learned to listen to my body and mind. My overall health has improved, the pain is not as severe; I have more energy. I digest and sleep better.  S.Beddoes
Francesca’s bodywork is sensitive, intuitive, and respectful...
Francesca’s bodywork is sensitive, intuitive, and respectful. She has been very helpful in identifying and relieving energy and emotional blockages, which manifest in physical disturbances. I find her approach to be more helpful that the other massage and bodywork I have experienced over the last eleven years. I highly recommend Francesca. Priscilla
Treatments with Francesca have helped alleviate the chronic neck and back pain that had been troubling me for years...
CranioSacral treatments with Francesca have helped alleviate the chronic neck and back pain that had been troubling me for years and has helped me to cope with my anxiety. Through regular Shiatsu and CranioSacral treatments, I have been able to let go of stress and I feel more relaxed, energized, positive and grounded. Francesca really takes the time to understand my issues and provides custom treatment, as well as practical advice. S.M.
I know it’s her great skills that give me relief...
Francesca immediately assessed my tightness and associated it to the right places in my body without me telling her of all my aches. I trust her treatments and I can discuss anything that bothers me, especially psychologically, since she says everything is connected. I know it’s her great skills that give me relief but since it is transferred through her hands I call them “Healing Hands” (just short of Mother Theresa). It is really too bad that our health care system doesn’t recognize Shiatsu as valid medical treatments but since I have such great success having these treatments, I rather pay for them out of my own pocket and feel great afterwards. For me a treatment session is absolute relaxation. Ody Meyer
Francesca intuitively knows which muscles need attention...
It’s true that Francesca intuitively knows which muscles need attention. She has a talent for assessing aches and pains and finding spots that you don’t even realize need work. Her calm energy and healing hands have helped the pain in my lower back, shoulders and neck, and I’m grateful for her monthly visits to our office. I look forward to every treatment because they feel so good, and they leave me feeling physically and mentally refreshed. Mari K.
I have experienced an immediate sense of relaxation and peacefulness...
I have experienced short and hour long sessions of therapy with Francesca. In each session I have experienced an immediate sense of relaxation and peacefulness, which continued to deepen during the massage. Whatever condition I came with – tension in neck and shoulders, lower back pain – I left refreshed, feeling lighter, younger and reenergized. Richard
The last 2 years with your treatments have been a miracle...
I have suffered from asthma and allergies my entire life. Later in life I discovered that acupuncture would reduce my suffering by 70 percent. The last 2 years with your treatments have been a miracle. I am 48 years old and never imagined I could live life without suffering. Your time invested in me has reduced my suffering by 95 percent without acupuncture! Seriously I spent the first 46 years believing that I will suffer my entire life and now the rules have changed. 2 years of bliss, I want more. Thank you for loving what you do. I am blessed by your time!  Michael Corrado
Seven years ago I was involved in a couple of car accidents...
Seven years ago I was involved in a couple of car accidents. As a result, I suffered from neck, shoulder and back pain. I visited a chiropractor, physiotherapist and an acupuncturist. I became depressed and tired and I was experiencing digestive problems, and could no longer exercise. Since seeing Francesca and receiving Shiatsu I have learned to listen to my body and mind. My overall health has improved, the pain is not as severe; I have more energy. I digest and sleep better.  S.Beddoes
Francesca is a compassionate, knowledgeable and gifted healer...
Francesca is a compassionate, knowledgeable and gifted healer. I initially saw her for neck, shoulder and TMJ related pain and then realized her work goes much deeper than that. I leave sessions with her not just feeling the alleviation of physical pain, but also having received deep energetic healing. The combination of shiatsu and cranial sacral techniques allows her to work with your physical and energetic body in such a way that brings peace, relaxation, relief and healing. I feel safe in her presence and appreciate the integrative, intuitive talents she brings to her work. Jenn McRae
After three sessions, I was completely pain-free and able to resume training...

I began to develop lower back pain and sciatic pain.  The pain was so bad that it was difficult to dress in the mornings.  I could not ignore the pain any longer.  I needed help.  Help came in the form of Francesca Del Bianco.  Using a unique intertwining of Shiatsu and CranioSacral therapies, I experienced relief almost immediately.  After three sessions, I was completely pain-free and able to resume training for the Vancouver to Whistler Granfondo. The speed of recovery is what impressed me the most.  I can say that the speed of recovery was almost miraculous after the treatments.  I am also a practical type of person who doesn’t try to over think things, but I was also touched by Francesca’s compassion and her genuine concern for my well-being.  Her skill and her compassion made me feel relaxed never doubting that I was in “good hands” and in the hands of a healer.  I am grateful for the care and effectiveness of Francesca’s treatments.  I am also grateful that I continue to be pain-free.  Thanks Francesca!!!  Father Eugenio Aloisio

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Pricing

45 minutes – $95
60 minutes – $110

75 minutes – $130
90 minutes – $150
120 minutes – $200

Hours

Monday: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Tuesday: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Wednesday: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Thursday: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Friday: 12:30pm – 5:00pm

Cash, cheque & e-transfers are accepted

A $30 fee will be charged for cancellations with less than 24 hours notice, and the total cost of treatment will be charged for missed appointments.

Gift certificates available

Insurance

Extended health companies that offer Shiatsu:
• Green Shield
• Sun Life
• Manulife

Contact

Please call or email Francesca to book an appointment:

Telephone: 604-715-0011
Email: healingbyfrancesca@gmail.com

2633 Parker St, Vancouver, BC

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Notes

Please dress in loose, comfortable clothing to allow for proper stretching of the limbs and torso. In order to ensure that you receive the greatest benefit out of your treatment, it is recommended that you do not consume alcohol or use drugs prior to the treatment and avoid eating an hour before.  Please refrain from using colognes, perfumes or heavily scented products before your treatment.  I am trying to encourage a healthy healing space for those with chemical sensitivity, which we can all benefit.

After your treatment it is recommended that you drink plenty of water to allow the proper elimination of toxins, and rest, nap or take it easy for the rest of the day.