Massage Services by Roxanne

Massage Services by Roxanne ( #2492) provides Elder Care Massage—a mobile massage service, focused on bodywork targeting the needs of bodies in advanced age.

Safe touch, compassionate touch, and therapeutic touch are emphasized.

Moderate socialization.

Wellness check with soothing, relaxing, and comforting contact via massage.

Sliding scale $75 - 100/hour.

Text or call 769-218-8333 for more information or to schedule.

“As massage therapists, so much of what we do isn’t really about “manipulating soft tissue.” It’s about changing the nervous system via touch and relational (“soft”) skills, which are both equally capable of conveying care or re-traumatizing. Being a caring human being that facilitates the client’s sense of safety is essential for creating an effective session, and part of building safety is seeing the client as a whole person and conveying acceptance of who they are.”

Why Massage Therapy Needs to Be Trauma-Informed - Massage & Fitness Magazine Many educational programs have updated their curricula to be trauma-informed, but massage therapy lags behind. What does it take to be trauma-informed?