Can massage help relieve symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress? People constantly mistake massage therapy only as a luxury for pampering yourself. When in fact it’s actually very beneficial for your mental health, it helps manage stress, depression, and insomnia.

Stress is an inevitable part of life. Even the happiest moments of our life come with stress, for example getting married, having a baby, or getting a promotion at work. When you don’t cope with your stress it leads to depression and anxiety.

Massage Therapy is a great way to help cope with stress and treat anxiety and depression.

Physical Benefits

Getting a massage doesn’t just feel good, it also lowers the amount of cortisol in your body, which is the hormone your body produces when stressed.

A 60-minute massage not only lowers the cortisol in your body but also helps your body release serotonin. Serotonin is a hormone neurotransmitter it reduces feelings of depression and carries signals between nerves and your body. When you lower your body’s cortisol and increase serotonin, you’re boosting your body’s ability to fight off pain, anxiety, and feelings of sadness.

Emotional Benefits

Emotional benefits are just as important as physical benefits. After a massage, many people feel relaxed and calmer. It’s a safe and nurturing place for people to refocus and find clarity.

Massage can lower your stress levels and feelings of anxiety. It improves your mood and relaxes you while increasing your confidence and self-image.

If you are overloaded with extra stress, or experiencing depression or anxiety massage can be an effective part of your treatment. It creates a sense of relief and empowerment which allows you to focus on your mind-body connection.

Treatment

A massage therapist listens to your concerns and needs. They help you develop a plan to decrease stress and symptoms of anxiety and depression. Therapeutic Massage may help you on your mental help journey.

We have sessions that range from 45 minutes to 80 minutes.

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