Holistic Massage
A holistic massage treatment is a deeply nurturing experience designed to support the body, mind, and emotional wellbeing as a whole. Each session is tailored to the individual, beginning with a brief consultation to understand specific needs and any areas of concern. Using a combination of flowing massage techniques, mindful touch, and intuitive pressure, the treatment works to release muscular tension, improve circulation, and encourage the body’s natural healing processes. Gentle, rhythmic movements help to calm the nervous system, promoting deep relaxation and reducing stress. The use of carefully selected oils can further enhance the experience, nourishing the skin while engaging the senses.
What to expect
We will start with a consultation to get an overall sense of what’s going on in your mind and body. This gives me hints and clues on what areas need more focus during the session. You can expect a dimly lit room with some calming music and incense burning in the background. I prefer to use heated oil for my treatments which enhances circulation overall, blended with some lovely aromatherapy oils based on your specific needs and allergies etc. I will work on the front and back of your body, this includes a head massage to finish. I will offer feedback at the end about what I noticed during the treatment.
Benefits
Meet Our Therapists
Mary Whelan
Therapies
- Holistic Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Indian Head Massage
- Reiki
- Reflexology
- Somatic Massage Experience
"I would highly recommend Mary for your massage treatment. She is extremely tuned in to her client’s needs thus seeing areas that need attention that they initially cannot. She also has developed and honed her ability to integrate the feedback she receives from her clients into a holistic plan and thus the massage session becomes a collaborative partnership between client and therapist."
Frequently Asked Questions about Holistic Massage
What is holistic massage?
Holistic massage is a full-body treatment designed to support the body, mind and emotional wellbeing together through flowing massage, mindful touch and intuitive pressure.
What are the benefits of holistic massage?
It may help induce deep relaxation, improve circulation and lymph flow, release muscular tension and activate the parasympathetic nervous system.
What happens during a holistic massage session?
The session begins with a consultation, followed by treatment using heated oil and selected aromatherapy oils in a dimly lit room with calming music.
Is holistic massage good for stress and tension?
Yes. It is designed to calm the nervous system and reduce tension and stress throughout the body.
How is holistic massage tailored to the individual?
The therapist uses the
consultation and what your body communicates during treatment to decide which areas need more focus and what level of pressure to use.