Massage Therapy : A Powerful Ally
***only available in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence and surroundings***
Massage therapy is far more than a luxury, it’s an effective way to support your overall health and wellbeing. Whether you're seeking relief from pain, recovery from physical activity, or simply a chance to relax, regular massage can help reduce stress, ease muscle tension, and promote better physical and mental balance. Since chronic stress is linked to many common health concerns, making massage part of your routine can help calm the nervous system, improve resilience, and leave you better equipped to meet the demands of everyday life.
What Type of Massage?
My treatments draw on a range of techniques, including Swedish and sports massage, myofascial therapy, reflexology, passive stretching and joint mobilization (inspired by Thai massage, which I practiced for many years), and acupressure using both Ayurvedic marma points and Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Before each session, I take a few moments to ask about your current health, any areas of concern, and your goals for the treatment. This information, plus my intuitive guidance, allow me to tailor each massage to your individual needs. Sessions can focus on a specific area, such as the back, head, or feet, or provide a full-body therapeutic massage in a safe, professional, and non-sexual setting.
The Many Benefits of Massage
Massage can:
Alleviate low-back pain and improve range of motion.
Release chronic muscular tension and pain.
Reduce mental and physical fatigue and stress.
Lower cortisol level and increase production of dopamine and serotonin.
Enhance sleep quality.
Reduce blood pressure.
Relieve migraine pain.
Lessen symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Pump oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs, improving circulation.
Enhance immunity by stimulating lymph flow—the body’s natural defense system.
Improve the condition of the body’s largest organ—the skin.
Reduce spasms and cramping.
Relax and soften injured, tired, and overused muscles.
Release endorphins—amino acids that work as the body’s natural painkiller.
Furthermore, clients often report a sense of perspective and clarity after receiving a massage. The emotional balance bodywork provides can often be just as vital and valuable as the more tangible physical benefits.
Details
My space is located in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. Address given upon booking. Home visits possible if you live within a short commute of Saint-Rémy and own a massage table (a relatively small investment considering it will last you a lifetime.)
For rates and to schedule please contact Sylvie at sylviebarth_at_gmail_dot_com
Session length: 60, 75 and 90 minutes.
Sessions packages available. Inquire for details.
Sylvie Barthelemy is a graduate of the Swedish Institute College of Health Sciences and a Licensed Massage Therapist in the state of New York since 2005 (#019344)