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Welcome to Barefoot Space, we don’t just work with muscles—we team up with your fascia, the body’s connective tissue with a PhD in multitasking.

Fascia isn’t just a stretchy suit holding you together; it’s the body’s gossip hotline to the brain, constantly spilling secrets about tension, trauma, and safety. When it tightens up, it’s like your body’s way of saying, “Not now, I’m busy protecting you.” But don’t worry, fascia secretly loves a good “release” so to speak, it’s really just waiting for the right conditions.

Cue your Barefoot Massage Therapist, swooping in with their feet like fascia voodoo whisperers. With grounded, deliberate pressure, they speak the fascia’s language, making your body go, “Finally, someone who gets me!” It might feel like magic, but it’s more like your body’s long-lost friend showing up with snacks and solutions.

Benefits? Oh, we’ve got those: - 🌬 Nervous system chill mode activated - 🌀 Fascia freed without the drama - 🧠 Emotional baggage checked - 🧘‍♀️ Flexibility, stability, and circulation on point

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New Clients

Attention all new clients! You will begin your journey with us by scheduling your Barefoot Massage or Stretch Therapy sessions with the talented Erika Hill. Should you have a direct referral for Dawn Dotson, please reach out to us via our website to inquire about her availability for new clients. For those interested exclusively in Contrast Therapy, kindly refer to the Contrast Therapy s... Read More

Attention all new clients!

You will begin your journey with us by scheduling your Barefoot Massage or Stretch Therapy sessions with the talented Erika Hill. Should you have a direct referral for Dawn Dotson, please reach out to us via our website to inquire about her availability for new clients.

For those interested exclusively in Contrast Therapy, kindly refer to the Contrast Therapy section and select the 'New Client' option to proceed.

Barefoot Massage & Stretch Therapy for:
* injury prevention
* increasing athletic performance
* reducing chronic pain
* increasing recovery time
* self-care and rest

SESSION LENGTHS
60 Minutes - Excellent choice for those seeking more targeted treatment, and is well-suited for more petite individuals.
90 Minutes - Ideal duration! Includes a variety of strokes and stretch therapy techniques, addressing your feet, neck, and hands. Excellent choice for athletes!
120 Minutes - More time for everything fascia, mobility, and massage. Lets do this!

Barefoot Massage

Exclusive to returning clients! This session combines Deep Tissue, Compression, Gliding Strokes, Myofascial Release, and Neuromuscular Therapy. Both Active and Passive Stretch Therapy are delivered through the therapist's feet—either one or two at a time, tailored to your body's size and muscle structure—to address your mobility and soft tissue concerns. The deep-reaching FasciAshi Barefoot ... Read More

Exclusive to returning clients!

This session combines Deep Tissue, Compression, Gliding Strokes, Myofascial Release, and Neuromuscular Therapy. Both Active and Passive Stretch Therapy are delivered through the therapist's feet—either one or two at a time, tailored to your body's size and muscle structure—to address your mobility and soft tissue concerns. The deep-reaching FasciAshi Barefoot Massage is ideal for athletes of any stature and those seeking profound tissue relief without the discomfort of sharp elbows and thumbs.

Mobility/Range of Motion (ROM) and massage therapy are recognized for their effectiveness in treating a variety of chronic issues, including back pain, arthritis, bursitis, fatigue, high blood pressure, diabetes, immune suppression, depression, and more.

Annually, we offer PrePaid Packages and Monthly Memberships for Barefoot Massage. The next availability will begin the Friday following Thanksgiving through December 31.

Stretch Therapy

Our barefoot massage technique employs Passive, Active, and Resisted Range of Motion (ROM) stretch therapy methods. The Massage Therapist stands on the massage table, using their feet to skillfully manipulate the client's limbs, leveraging the strength of their legs and hips. Grasping overhead bars and relying on suspended support straps for balance, the therapist lifts, bends, and twists the c... Read More

Our barefoot massage technique employs Passive, Active, and Resisted Range of Motion (ROM) stretch therapy methods. The Massage Therapist stands on the massage table, using their feet to skillfully manipulate the client's limbs, leveraging the strength of their legs and hips. Grasping overhead bars and relying on suspended support straps for balance, the therapist lifts, bends, and twists the client into various stretches. This technique allows the practitioner to apply consistent pressure and achieve counterbalance, facilitating deep point holds and extensive fascial stretches.

Additionally, we compress or align the client's compensating body parts into a neutral position while facilitating a range of motion across all major joints. The Barefoot Massage Therapist observes the client's movement patterns and guides them through resisted actions, fostering joint stability and enhancing interoceptive awareness during passive fascial stretching and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation.

Mobility/ROM and massage therapy are recognized for their benefits in treating numerous chronic conditions, including back pain, arthritis, bursitis, fatigue, high blood pressure, diabetes, immune suppression, depression, and more.

SESSION LENGTHS
NEW CLIENT - 60 Minute - leave ample time for assessment
45 Min - Existing Clinets only

Inquire about our PrePaid Mobility Packages available in sets of 6 or 10 sessions.

Contrast Therapy

Are you new to Contrast Therapy? Select the new client option here! Contrast Therapy operates on the principle that alternating between hot and cold temperatures causes your blood vessels to expand and contract. This process can enhance circulation, reduce inflammation, and lead to numerous health benefits. For your initial Contrast Therapy Session, we'll begin gently with a 30-minute int... Read More

Are you new to Contrast Therapy? Select the new client option here!

Contrast Therapy operates on the principle that alternating between hot and cold temperatures causes your blood vessels to expand and contract. This process can enhance circulation, reduce inflammation, and lead to numerous health benefits.

For your initial Contrast Therapy Session, we'll begin gently with a 30-minute introduction.

If you bring a friend to this session, an additional $15 fee will be applied at checkout.

*Prepaid packages and memberships are now available for the Recovery Room.*

Mrs. Dawn Dotson
(She/Her/Hers) LMT /Owner

Dawn R Dotson, LMP NCBTMB, AMTA, NY State License - 028903-1

Meet Dawn, a licensed, insured, and Board Certified Myofascial Barefoot Massage Therapist who combines anatomical precision, intuitive movement, and a hint of fascia magic. With experience as a Yoga Practitioner & Instructor, Mobility Coach, and CrossFit Trainer, she brings a well-rounded approach to healing that feels both grounded and extraordinary.

As the founder of Barefoot Space, the only barefoot massage practice in New York State, Dawn specializes in FasciAshi Barefoot Massage—a deep-tissue myofascial technique performed entirely with the feet. Her fascia-focused work is uncannily precise, often leaving clients wondering, “How did she know exactly where to go?” Some call it technique; her clients call it magic.

But her focus isn’t just on the body—it’s on the person. Dawn deeply understands her clients’ stories, feelings, and changing needs. She creates a supportive environment where people feel seen, safe, and cared for, whether they’re recovering from injury, dealing with stress, or looking to reconnect with themselves.

She is especially devoted to supporting women through perimenopause and menopause, offering movement strategies, fascia-based bodywork, and empathetic conversations to help them navigate changes like joint stiffness, sleep issues, emotional shifts, and body image concerns with strength and confidence.

Dawn also works with athletes of all levels, sizes, and disciplines. Whether you’re a weekend warrior, competitive lifter, dancer, climber, or someone who enjoys intentional movement, she understands that athleticism takes many forms. Her treatments help with recovery, improve mobility, and foster a strong connection between athletes and their bodies.

In addition to massage, Dawn leads Mobility Classes and provides personalized yoga and strength training sessions tailored to each client’s unique goals and needs.

Dawn R Dotson, LMP NCBTMB, AMTA, NY State License - 028903-1 Meet Dawn, a licensed, insured, and... Read More

Erika Hill LMT

Licensed Massage Therapist NY State License - 030105-01

Erika Hill is a graduate of the Center for Natural Wellness and a licensed, insured, and passionate Myofascial Barefoot Massage Therapist who believes in holistic and inclusive care for all. Her journey into massage therapy was sparked by a desire to help people manage pain with compassion, curiosity, and whole-body awareness.

After massage school, Erika discovered FasciAshi Barefoot Massage—and it was love at first step. She dove deep into the modality, completing an intensive 80-hour Myofascial Barefoot Massage internship and dedicating herself to mastering the art of working with her feet.

Years later, Erika is an absolute powerhouse. Her practice has flourished, her technique is razor-sharp, and her clients rave about her ability to deliver slow, deep, effective work with grounded presence and intuitive flow.

Fascia is this amazing, yet mysterious “tissue”, but somehow Erika always knows what’s needed. She also knows the magic and mystique of Fascia is backed by science. After attending the 7th International Fascia Congress, she embraced the phrase “Fascia No VooDoo” with enthusiasm, honoring both the wonder and the research behind this connective tissue that holds us together—literally and energetically.

Outside Barefoot Space, Erika finds joy in music, quality time with her dog, and meaningful moments with family and friends. She lives by the motto: life’s too short for all work and no play—and her vibrant energy reflects that truth in everything she does.

Licensed Massage Therapist NY State License - 030105-01 Erika Hill is a graduate of the Center f... Read More

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Located at: Barefoot Space, 35 Hamilton Lane Ste 3, Glenmont
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Need Help? 5182679066 dawn@barefootspace.com