Vera Massage Studio

11/20/2025

What’s the difference between a regular massage and a trauma-informed massage?

A regular massage often focuses on muscles, pressure, and technique.

It can feel wonderful — and it can help release tension on a surface level.

A trauma-informed massage is different.
It begins with understanding how trauma shapes the body.

Trauma isn’t just “big” events. It can come from:
• growing up anxious or on alert
• emotional needs not being met
• chronic stress without enough support
• moments that felt overwhelming for your system

Over time, these experiences can create unique tension patterns, like:
• lifted or braced shoulders
• jaw clenching
• a tight belly or solar plexus
• a guarded back or hips
• feeling “on guard” even while resting
• tension that comes back quickly after regular massage

These patterns often turn into pain — headaches, neck tightness, low-back discomfort, digestive tension, or a general sense of “never fully relaxing.”

A trauma-informed massage works with these patterns, not against them.

We move slowly so your nervous system can soften.

You choose the pressure, pace, and focus areas.

We pause whenever your body needs.

Your story is never required.

Safety leads the way.

It’s massage that supports your whole self — not just your muscles. 🌿

Curious to learn more? You’re welcome to visit our website or send us a message anytime.

11/18/2025

Hello friends — we’re excited to share how Vera Massage Studio has been growing.

Our vision is unfolding into a wellness center that brings together:
• trauma-informed massage
• craniosacral therapy
• Reiki and other biofield therapies
• herbal support
• trauma-informed coaching
• and, as we continue to expand, chiropractic care

Our hope is to offer a holistic space where you can tend to the symptoms of trauma in mind, body, and spirit — or simply address tension and overwhelm from every angle, with practitioners who honor your pace and your lived experience.

Thank you for being part of this community as we continue building something gentle, supportive, and deeply needed. 🌿

If you’d like to learn more, feel free to visit our website or reach out with a message anytime.

11/18/2025

Hi there,

We’re excited to share how Vera Massage Studio has been growing, and how our broader vision is continuing to unfold.

Our long-term goal is to create a holistic wellness center that brings together multiple trauma-informed modalities under one roof, including:
- trauma-informed massage
- CranioSacral Therapy
- Reiki and other biofield therapies
- herbal support
- trauma-informed coaching
- and, as we continue to expand, chiropractic care

Our intention is to offer a space where you can care for the symptoms of trauma in the mind, body, and spirit — or simply address stress, tension, and overwhelm from multiple angles. Each practitioner at Vera honors your pace, your preferences, and your lived experience.

We believe in whole-person care.

We believe in gentle approaches that support the nervous system.

And we believe in creating a space where you feel safe, supported, and empowered in your healing.

Thank you for being part of this community as we continue building something steady, thoughtful, and deeply needed.

If you’d like to learn more, you’re welcome to visit our website or reach out with any questions.

If you know someone who would be interested, please forward this email to them!

We look forward to supporting your wellness. 🌿

11/17/2025

“The nervous system is a living network that shapes every moment of your experience. It weaves together billions of connections, forming the pathways through which you think, feel, and interpret the world. From the firing of a single neuron to the coordination of entire sensory systems, it is constantly at work behind the scenes. Its intricate design allows your body and mind to communicate in perfect harmony. This remarkable system is the foundation of your awareness, perception, and the essence of who you are.”
-The Brain Maze

🤓😍

11/14/2025

✨We will see you tomorrow for Community Healing between 12-5 pm!

✨Our chiropractor will be here between 12-3 pm.

✨Don't forget we are hosting a food drive! Those who bring donations will be given an appreciation gift 💌

✨See you soon!✨

11/12/2025

We've had some last minute cancellations this week which means last minute openings for you!

Text us at 360-542-6520 to snag a spot this week

11/10/2025

Join us for an open-house style event to enjoy 20-minute mini sessions in our treatment rooms, and get the chance to connect directly with our therapists to ask questions and get information about the unique support we offer.

All services during Community Healing Day are offered by donation — no set prices, just contribute what you’re able.

This is a great chance to experience trauma wellness services, herbal consultations, biofield therapy, massage therapy and craniosacral therapy without committing to a full appointment.

We are also excitedly adding chiropractic services to this event!
Dr. English has been providing chiropractic care for over a decade, and specializes in infant/children, with a soft spot for pregnant, postpartum or seasoned mama's who also need care.
She will be available for services by donation between the hours of 12-3 pm.
You wont want to miss her!

Tickets are not required. Simply stop by anytime during event hours, just as you are.

11/08/2025

✨Come together with us to help make an impact in our community!
We're having a food drive through the rest of the year to fill plates and bellies this season 🍽️

✨Donations can be dropped off at the time of your appointment, or during regular office hours

✨All donations will be honored with an appreciation present 🥰✨

10/31/2025

🎃 Happy Halloween! 🎃

Snap benefits stop tomorrow Nov. 1st.
See what our clinic is doing, and how you can help! 👇

10/28/2025

Now Offering Herbal Consultations

Now offering herbal consultations and education appointments.

Try an herbal education session to learn about common herbs for stress, sleep, and resilience.
This is an educational session only — no intake or custom recommendations.
You’ll leave with a better understanding of herbal categories like “nervines” and “adaptogens.”
Ready-made teas or tinctures may be available for purchase separately.

An herbal consultation appointment includes a 60–75 minute session to explore your health history, stress patterns, and goals. Together, you and our herbalist will create a personalized herbal plan for your nervous system, sleep, mood, and resilience.
Includes your first custom formula (choice of 2 oz tincture or 4 oz tea blend).

Plants are living allies in regulation and repair.
Our herbalist creates small-batch herbal formulas and teaches simple ways to partner with plants for nervous-system resilience—tinctures, teas, and daily rituals that help your body remember its rhythms.
Every formula is informed by both traditional wisdom and current phytotherapy research.

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10/24/2025

Welcome, Anne!

With 15 years of experience in massage therapy, Anne brings a compassionate presence and a skilled, clinical approach to her work, specializing in warm bamboo massage and cupping therapy.

New Services Anne Offers

~Warm Bamboo Massage~

Warm Bamboo Massage uses heated bamboo tools of various sizes and are incorporated alongside traditional hands-on massage techniques. These tools are rolled, pressed, and glided over your body to deliver a deep, soothing pressure.

Benefits:
-Gentle alternative to deep tissue
Do you enjoy deep work but wince silently when your therapist uses too much pressure in some areas? Warm Bamboo Massage offers the same level of deep muscle release using even pressure. This provides deep relief without the intense sensation of traditional deep tissue.

-Stimulates circulation, detoxification and lymphatic drainage
The heat from the bamboo improves circulation, allowing more oxygen and nutrients flow to your muscles leading to faster recovery and reduced inflammation.
The gliding motion of the bamboo tools supports lymphatic drainage, which supports your body to remove toxins and boosts your immune system.

-Relives physical and mental stress
Warm Bamboo Massage is powerful stress-reliever. The warmth combined with the rhythmic, rolling strokes creates a deeply calming effect.
The soothing heat activates your parasympathetic nervous system ("rest and digest" mode), This makes Warm Bamboo Massage an ideal choice if you’re feeling mentally burned out or emotionally drained.

~Cupping~

Cupping massage is an ancient form of alternative medicine that involves placing glass or silicone cups on the skin to create suction.

Benefits:
-Pain Reliever
Cupping massage may stimulate the release of endorphins, natural pain relievers, and improve blood circulation to the affected area. This can help alleviate pain associated with conditions such as muscle tension, back pain, and arthritis.

-Muscle & Joint Health
Cupping decreases muscle tightness and stiffness and increases the flow of blood and synovial fluid to joints, which may improve flexibility and range of motion.

-Accelerates Injury Healing
The suction created by cupping can increase blood flow to the treated area, promoting oxygenation and nutrient delivery. This may improve circulation and reduce inflammation to speed up healing.

-Reduces Stress and Anxiety
Cupping stimulates the release of hormones such as serotonin and dopamine, which promote well-being.

-Anti-Aging
Cupping massage may improve skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. It can also help stimulate the production of collagen, reducing fine lines and wrinkles.

Schedule an appointment with Anne below!

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10/22/2025

Welcome Anne to the Studio!

Anne has been a massage therapist for 15 years, and specializes in cupping and heated bamboo massage 😍

She is available Saturday's and Monday's, 11-6 pm!

Click the link to book:
https://www.verastudio.org/