The SomaFace℠ Method is a specialized approach to facial massage that blends therapeutic healing with esthetic transformation. It was developed to meet the needs of clients living with jaw pain, tension, clenching, and nervous system overload, while also offering the sculpting, contouring, and lymphatic benefits that make advanced facial massage so transformative.

At its core, SomaFace℠ combines:

• Therapeutic intraoral and facial massage to address jaw pain, clenching, and TMJ-related tension

• Facial buccal sculpting to define and tone the face from the inside out

• Lymphatic drainage methods to reduce puffiness, improve circulation, and reveal a natural glow

• Nervous system regulation practices to calm the stress and anxiety response often tied to jaw dysfunction

The result is a holistic method that helps clients not only look better but feel deeply restored.

My TMJ Journey and Training

My path to creating the SomaFace℠ Method began with my own struggles. I experienced clenching, grinding, and TMJ-related headaches that made even simple daily activities difficult. I also noticed how much stress and anxiety fueled the tension in my jaw, locking me into a cycle I couldn’t easily break.

As a licensed massage therapist, I pursued specialized training in:

• Orofacial massage and intraoral release

• Myofascial and craniosacral therapy

• Lymphatic drainage and buccal sculpting

• Trauma-informed care and nervous system regulation

I quickly realized that no single technique fully addressed the therapeutic needs of clients with TMJ pain and the esthetic goals of those wanting sculpted, radiant faces. Out of this gap, the SomaFace℠ Method was created.

Why I Developed SomaFace℠

SomaFace℠ was designed to bridge two worlds:

• The therapeutic, for clients needing relief from TMD symptoms, clenching, and stress-driven holding patterns

• The esthetic, for clients seeking lifted, toned, and glowing results without invasive treatments

Unlike many massage approaches that focus only on surface relaxation or esthetic benefits, SomaFace℠ recognizes that the jaw and face are deeply connected to the nervous system, emotional stress, and trauma responses. By calming the trigeminal nerve pathway, SomaFace℠ helps weaken the cycle of stress, anxiety, and clenching that fuels TMJ issues—while simultaneously sculpting and revitalizing the face.

How It’s Different from Other Methods

The SomaFace℠ Method is unique because it:

• Works inside and outside the mouth to access the true sources of jaw tension

• Combines facial sculpting with nervous system regulation

• Uses trauma-informed practices to ensure safety, comfort, and client choice

• Balances esthetic artistry with therapeutic precision

• Recognizes the jaw as both a functional joint and an emotional holding space

This integration makes SomaFace℠ a method that heals, regulates, and transforms.

TMJ Massage vs. SomaFace℠ Sculpting

Both TMJ Massage and SomaFace℠ Sculpting are rooted in the same principles of combining therapeutic care with esthetic benefits. But their focus is different:

TMJ Massage

• Targets symptoms associated with diagnosed or undiagnosed TMD

• Focuses on jaw pain, headaches, clenching, mobility, and nervous system regulation

• Integrates intraoral and external massage for therapeutic relief

SomaFace℠ Sculpting

• Focuses more on the esthetic side of SomaFace℠

• Uses facial buccal sculpting to tone and define the face

• Incorporates lymphatic drainage to reduce puffiness, boost circulation, and enhance glow

• Supports relaxation and balance while emphasizing visible facial transformation

Benefits of the SomaFace℠ Method

Therapeutic Benefits

• Relief from TMJ/TMD-related symptoms

• Reduced clenching, grinding, and tension headaches

• Regulation of the nervous system to ease stress and anxiety

• Improved jaw mobility and function

Esthetic Benefits

• Sculpted, lifted, and defined facial contours

• Reduced puffiness and fluid retention

• Improved skin circulation and natural glow

• Greater facial symmetry and relaxation

Experience the SomaFace℠ Method

Whether you are seeking relief from jaw pain or a natural way to sculpt and rejuvenate your face, the SomaFace℠ Method offers a solution that goes beyond traditional massage.

Developed through personal experience, advanced training, and years of clinical practice, this method is trusted by doctors and loved by clients for its ability to deliver results that are both felt and seen.

📍 Available exclusively at Relief Massage Method in Parkville, Kansas City.

Book your SomaFace℠ session today and experience the exhale you didn’t know you needed.