I work from my home therapy room in Chelmer Village, mainly treating issues with upper back, neck and shoulder tension, including tension headaches. I offer deep tissue or hot stones massage – both are effective treatments for relieving tension and relaxing the mind and body. You can read more about each treatment below. I also offer face massage, which has various skin benefits when done regularly, as well as being highly relaxing. You can read more about face massage here.
My deep tissue massages are mainly moderately deep (that is, you can feel the pressure, it may at times be a bit uncomfortable but it’s not painful). Occasionally for stubborn areas of tension it helps to apply more pressure, which can feel a little painful. I always check if the client is happy for this to happen before doing so. I believe that on the whole the treatment should be relaxing and enjoyable, which achieving a significant amount of tension release.
Deep tissue massage
Deep tissue massage can help to release tension and separate muscle fibres that have become stuck together. This relieves muscle aches and pains, together with any related symptoms. It also frees up movement and has a general stress relieving effect. If there are soft tissue injuries, then deep tissue massage can promote healing by flushing the area with fresh blood. Read more about deep tissue massage.
Hot stones massage
Hot stones massage is carried out with basalt stones, heated in hot water. The therapist holds the stones in the palms of her hands and glides them over the client’s skin. The heat of the stones increases blood supply and helps muscles to relax. Working into muscles to release tension and knots is easier if the muscles are warm from the stones. If the client wants deeper work in some areas, this can be done with the edges of the stones or trigger point stones. Read more about hot stones massage.
Who would benefit from these services
Please note that I only treat female clients.
Few people use their bodies in a way that is ideal for muscle and joint health and have no muscle tension or imbalances. So most people would benefit from massage therapy. However, you would definitely benefit if you:
- know you have bad posture
- have low back problems and/or neck and shoulder tension
- feel that some of your muscles are tight/stiff
- exercise regularly and keep getting pain or injuries
- have a desk or driving job
- do a job or leisure activity which involves a lot of repetitive movement
- do a job which involves heavy lifting
Prices
Please see my price list here
About me
I’ve been working as a massage therapist since 2019, when I gained the VCTC Sports Massage Therapy qualification. I later did CPD training in hot stones massage, face massage and aromatherapy. I also have a background in fitness instruction, with various YMCA qualifications including Level 3 Pilates, which helps me to understand muscle imbalances and the problems they cause.
Body Benefits Chelmsford:
1 Albra Mead
Chelmer Village
Chelmsford
CM2 6YG
Distance/time from nearby places
Central Chelmsford: 3.6 miles / 9 minutes see map
Beaulieu Park: 1.6 miles/5 minutes see map
Witham: 7.6 miles / 12 minutes see map
Danbury 6.3 miles / 11 minutes see map
Galleywood 4.5 miles / 10 minutes see map