Professional Therapeutic Massage for Dallas, Richardson, Plano, Garland, Allen,
Carrollton, Addison, Frisco, Farmers Branch, Rowlett, and nearby Texas cities.
 

Esalen Massage

Esalen is light and gentle in nature, emphasizing nurturing and empathy. The strokes are soft, sensuous, and slow, prompting deep relaxation. It is used to reduce stress, relieve pain, improve sleep, aid digestion, and promote healing.

Swedish massage reduces pain and increases mobility in specific muscles and joints. So does Esalen, but the emphasis is on treating the body as a whole rather than concentrating on one body part at a time. Client and therapist have a closer, more informal relationship, working together to harmonize body, mind, and spirit with long, slow, relaxing, full body strokes.

My first exposure to massage was early grass-roots Esalen in 1979, as taught by David Linton, from Philadelphia's Stroking Community.  I learned this style long before massage required licensing in Texas, and I've loved this style ever since. More recently, I took refresher courses in the Esalen style here in Texas and at the Esalen Institute at Big Sur, CA. 

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Esalen Massage is best done on the cliffs at Big Sur.

One of the myths about Esalen massage is that it must be done in the nude, without a drape. It is true that Esalen's long full body strokes are better with minimal draping (a towel or less), but with a little effort it can also be done with a full drape. If you would like to try this gentle, nurturing style, let's discuss draping options.

My style is eclectic; I use whatever modality is appropriate each client, but there is always a little Esalen in my massage. In fact, Esalen is what puts the "Tranquility" in Tranquility Time.  If I had to quantify it, I'd say that  my massage is typically about 20% Esalen style for a therapeutic massage, 50% for a relaxation massage. Deep Tissue Massage and Trigger Point Massage mix quite well with Esalen bodywork.

So when you're in the mood for something a little different, something sensuous and relaxing but aimed at quelling the ache in your sore muscles, get yourself a Tranquility Time Esalen massage. Call 214-395-8000. You know you deserve it.

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Richardson, TX 75080   

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