02/09/2026
In the next few weeks I'll be offering Deep Tissue massage too, here's a guide to help you decide which massage to book:
Holistic Massage or Deep Tissue? How to Choose
Holistic Deep Therapeutic Bodywork Massage — for whole-body balance
Choose this if you want to:
- Unwind and de-stress, mentally as much as physically
- Improve general circulation, sleep, and overall wellbeing
- Ease everyday tension without intense pressure
- Feel nurtured, restored, and grounded
What it feels like: Flowing, rhythmic strokes at a comfortable pressure, working the whole body rather than targeting one area. It's as much about calming the nervous system as it is about the muscles.
Best for: Stress, anxiety, poor sleep, general aches, wellbeing maintenance or simply needing to switch off. Also good for circulation, lymphatic drainage and muscle recovery.
Deep Tissue Massage — for targeted relief
Choose this if you want to:
- Release chronic tension or tightness in specific areas
- Recover from muscle strain, postural problems, or repetitive movement (desk work, training, manual labour)
- Target tight areas and stiffness in deeper muscle layers
- Address pain that hasn't shifted with lighter treatments
What it feels like: Firmer, more concentrated pressure, often focused on problem areas. Some tenderness during or after the session is normal as deeper tissue is worked.
Best for: Chronic pain, sports recovery, postural tightness, or a specific niggle that needs focused attention.
Still not sure? Message me before booking and I'll help you choose the right treatment based on how you're feeling.
The two can also be combined to offer a more bespoke, targeted treatment.
