Developed by Taylor Whitney, the Integrative Release Method™ (IRM) is a form of slow, deep tissue bodywork designed to release, align, and restructure the fascia system. This technique was developed through many sessions with clients coming to see me with chronic pain. My initial massage therapy training was not extensive and definitely didn’t cover the depth or intelligence of the myofascial meridian system. So, I had to do some research. I already had an understanding that the physical and energetic world is inextricably one. But the true connection I needed to make a change for clients came from Tom Meyers, author of Anatomy Trains. His research bridged the connection between the body, fascia, energy, and release and laid the foundation of my bodywork method.
THE METHOD
The body is a conduit for energy. When fascia becomes tight or restricted through injury, surgery, poor posture, emotional distress, or overuse, it creates a kink in the flow of energy. This disruption often manifests as pain, limited movement, or resistance to healing across physical, emotional, and energetic levels. Through Integrative Release Method, I started seeing my clients experience lasting change, not only physical relief but a deeper awareness and understanding of their own bodies.
THE MISSION
[1] To teach manual and movement professionals the Integrative Release Method™, expanding both their understanding of the body and the potential for transformation in their clients.
[2] To make bodywork more accessible by bringing it beyond traditional professional settings—into homes and everyday spaces—so more people can experience the benefits of skillful, intentional touch.
ABOUT TAYLOR
Taylor Whitney is a Certified Massage Therapist, Herbalist, and founder of Integrative Release.
As a lifelong athlete, fitness enthusiast, and yogi, she has always had an appreciation for recovery and learning how to help the body thrive to maximize performance. That foundation, combined with her own recovery from spinal injuries, shaped her passion for helping others move freely and live pain-free.
Taylor’s technique focuses not only on relieving pain but also on restoring alignment, mobility, and resilience. Her practice is rooted in Tom Myers’ work on the fascial meridian system. His research bridged the gaps she was looking for in manual therapy. In addition, her training in Alchemical Herbalism with the School of Evolutionary Herbalism deepened her knowledge of plant medicine, which she integrates into her work to support holistic healing.
She is also an avid researcher of the mind-body connection, learning from authors like Matthew Wood, Cyndi Dale, Clarissa Pinkola Estés, and Ram Dass. This ongoing study fuels her passion for psychosomatic healing and informs the depth of her sessions.
Today, Taylor works with a wide range of clients—from athletes and fitness professionals, to those recovering from injuries or dealing with chronic pain, to everyday people seeking alignment, better posture, and relief from stress and tension.