What Makes a Great Massage?
“To be seen, heard, and held in a way that allows me to feel home in myself.”
Cara, massage therapist/Zero Balancing Practitioner
“Enough pressure, good flow, communication, and addressing appropriate concerns.”
Christina, acupuncturist, herbalist, reflexologist, Maya abdominal therapy practitioner, founder, and co-owner
“Knowing the therapist has heard and addressed my specific concerns and is attentive to the way my body is reacting.”
Kirstie, massage therapist
“Kirstie nailed it on the head for me. In addition, allowing me to enter a ‘massage trance’ without being abruptly removed from it.”
Lauren, massage therapist
“I like the therapist to really engage the tissue and interact with my structure. Sometimes I need a reminder that I have a body and how the parts fit together.”
Hal, massage therapist
“Keeping the flow, as if the stroke is never ending.”
Paula, massage therapist
“A great massage is great when the practitioner takes his/her time. No need to rush, ever.”
Anonymous
“Great verbal and nonverbal communication, consistent flow, pressure (accurate) and intuition.”
Mariya, massage therapist/Thai bodywork practitioner
“When time is spent on the areas that need it the most. Slow, firm pressure and a self-care plan.”
Alison, massage therapist