Hilary Sohn
Owner, The Healing Sanctuary
PA Licensed Massage Therapist
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Hilary is the founder and owner of The Healing Sanctuary and has been a massage therapist since 2002, certified in a variety of traditional and medical massage techniques. She has additional training in orthopedic assessment and treatment techniques, scar techniques, myofascial release, myofascial cupping, neuromuscular therapy, Myoskeletal Alignment, advanced Gua Sha, aromatherapy, CranioSacral Therapy (level 1), and advanced myofascial techniques. Hilary holds a B.S. in Psychology and M.Ed. in Psychoeducational Processes. She is currently pursuing certification in Biophilic Design principles through the International Living Futures Institute. She is an alumna of Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program, and is a member of the Exton Region Chamber of Commerce, serves on their Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, and leads their monthly Women’s Workshop. She also serves on Kinetic Physical Therapy’s oncology rehab advisory council.
Her approach to bodywork involves taking a deep dive into client history and looking at postural patterns to discover the root of current issues; she often discovers connections between seemingly unrelated items in client backgrounds that help to solve pain or mobility issues. Her main focus is in the realm of integrative corrective massage, assisting clients to calm their nervous systems, regain range of motion, easing postural restrictions and pain, and helping the body find its balance. She has a particular love of treating complex cases, and has had good success with many clients while working in tandem with their doctors and physical therapists.
In addition to her work in health and wellness, Hilary is also a writer, poet and artist. She is keenly interested in the intersection of nature, wellness and creativity. She sees a deep need for innovation and revitalization of the health and wellness arena for the benefit of patients and practitioners alike, and is pursuing ways to make positive changes in this direction. She is an optimistic human who is curious about connections between things, nature as a healing force, and how people grow and change. She subscribes to a "both/and" approach to life, collaboration over competition, encouraging others in walking their unique paths, empowering people to take charge of their own health and well-being, sharing knowledge, creating peace in the world, and living a life that offers joy.
Listen to a WellSpirit podcast featuring Hilary to learn more about her start in massage, the philosophy of the center, and more!
Hilary Sohn
Testimonials
"I was recommended to Hilary by my PT for massage therapy to help with my continuous muscle spasms caused by Dystonia. She is so caring and knowledgeable. The massages really help me. I am always looking for new ways to get more relief for my issues. The office is very calming and clean. I am so glad that I found Hilary and The Healing Sanctuary." - A.M.
“I have been seeing Hilary for many years at the recommendation of my Orthopedic doctor. Hilary is an amazing massage therapist who genuinely cares about you and does everything in her power to make you feel better. She has helped me through years of muscle pain and I do not know where I would be without her. Thank you Hilary!” - K.R.
"Hilary is truly amazing at what she does. My father has a progressive neurological disorder and primarily wheelchair bound- she made him feel very comfortable and did everything she could to address his concerns before we even scheduled the appointment. She is such a compassionate individual and very skilled in her work. I would highly recommend her to anyone." - K.Y.
“Hilary is an amazing therapist. She always likes to get complete information before she starts working which makes the treatment so much better and targeted. She is very pro-active and gives many suggestions which lead to better health. The new Sanctuary is absolutely beautiful and so tranquil. Highly recommend!” - L.K.
“Hilary is so skilled and knowledgeable. Wonderful massage, she relieved pain and tension in just one visit!” - M.S.
“I have been seeing Hillary for massage sessions for several months. In that short of a time span she has managed to pretty much cure me of two long term conditions that I came in with...carpal tunnel syndrome and vertigo. I am so grateful!” - E.D.