Relaxation Massage Practitioners

This is a group for those massage therapists who are interested in relaxation massage and helping people de-stress. This is a place where we can share ideas and learn from one another.
  • Introduce yourself here....

    If you are new to this group, please take a moment to tell us all a little about yourself: where you are from, how you came to be interested in massage, how long you have practiced, a little about your family, things you like to do in your spare time, or whatever you would like to share. This is…

    By Donna C. Agrinsonis, LMT

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  • New Therapist

    I am a new therapist and have interviewed at two spas. Even though I was offered these positions, my interactions with these potential employers left me feeling like I don't measure up. I have been told that most people want deep tissue massage and that if I can't provide that I will not be…

    By Rachael Warren

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  • What are your favorite relaxation massage CD's?

    I make a point of finding the best, most relaxing music to play for my clients. Please share with us what CD's you like the best so we can check them out.

    By Donna C. Agrinsonis, LMT

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  • Singing Bowls

    Does anyone here use singing bowls -- either as part of their massage or for themselves? If you do, how do you use them? And has anyone received a treatment involving singing bowls or other sound healing?A few years ago I did an exchange with someone who uses all sorts of sounds -- a singing bowl,…

    By Steve - Maryland L.M.T.

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  • Working on more, uh, hairy clients......

    Am I the only one or is it much harder to work on gentlemen with a lot of hair on their skin? I have tried using different oils, creams, etc. and if I am doing relaxation massage, I have a really hard time keeping the massage smooth without feeling like I am pulling the hairs. Am I missing…

    By Donna C. Agrinsonis, LMT

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  • How do you help your clients relax?

    Aside from your actual massage, what little touches have you added to help your clients relax? I have a really warm table warmer, I use a big fluffy bolster, I painted my massage room a beautiful ocean/aqua blue, and I have a water fountain sitting on the table. What about you?

    By Donna C. Agrinsonis, LMT

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