Laura Briggs, LMT, HHP, MH

12/08/2025

Our muscles, bones and organs are held together by a network of tissue that influences our every move. Is there a way we can use it to our advantage?

12/04/2025

“What am I doing that makes my hip hurt so much?”
“Why aren’t my trouble spots getting better — even with regular massage?”
“I didn’t know massage could help with things like sciatica, whiplash, or frozen shoulder.”
I hear questions like these from clients every week — and if you’ve wondered the same, you’re not alone.
That’s exactly why I created the Rooted in Wellness blog — to answer real questions with real insight. I write about common patterns, explain what might be happening beneath the surface, and offer ways to start feeling better — beyond the massage table.
Have you checked it out yet? You might find the answer you’ve been looking for.
The 🔗 for each of these articles listed is in the comments. Check them out. Let me know what you think, or if there’s something you’d like to see me address.

11/12/2025

A recent craniosacral therapy course deepened my appreciation for how the body responds to gentle, intentional work. Sometimes the lightest touch invites the deepest release, restoring balance, calm, and connection in ways that still amaze me. This gentle work continues to show how powerful the body’s natural ability to realign itself can be.

I am excited as I integrate this into my bodywork sessions!

A recent craniosacral therapy course reminded me that the body doesn’t always need force to change. Sometimes the lightest touch can create the deepest shift, restoring balance, calm, and connection.

11/10/2025

If you’ve been thinking about making massage part of your wellness routine, this is the perfect time to start.
The Native Touch Monthly Massage Membership makes it easy to stay consistent, feel your best, and save on every session. Members receive one massage each month at a reduced rate, with additional time or extra sessions within the same month available at an even greater discount.
Join before the end of the year to secure your membership at the current rate in case prices increase in the new year.
Consistent bodywork helps you move easier, recover faster, and stay ahead of tension. It’s the kind of self-care that keeps you feeling strong and supported all year long.

You can sign up online or in the office. Come see me and we can get your new year started on your way to feeling better!

11/04/2025

Massage isn’t just about feeling good — it’s about helping your body work better.
My latest article explores how clinical massage goes beyond relaxation to support pain relief, movement, and resilience from the inside out.

Read it on Rooted in Wellness: “No, It’s Not Just Relaxation: How Clinical Massage Can Change Your Life.”

Most people think of massage as relaxation — but clinical massage is something deeper. It helps the body restore balance, retrain movement, and find lasting relief through awareness and connection.

10/28/2025

Your body is always communicating through tension, fatigue, and movement. Listening early isn’t indulgence—it’s how healing begins.

10/23/2025

If you’ve ever felt tightness that shifts from one area to another, you’ve experienced fascia at work — the connective web that links everything in your body.

My new blog post, “Fascia: The Missing Link in Chronic Pain and Stiffness,” explains what fascia is, how it gets restricted, and how gentle, consistent work helps restore ease and movement.

Read it on Rooted in Wellness →
https://lbriggslmt.substack.com/p/fascia-the-missing-link-in-chronic

10/22/2025

10/21/2025

Curious what a therapeutic wellness massage looks like?
Every session is customized to your body — focused, intentional work that helps release tension, improve movement, and support lasting relief.

Not one-size-fits-all. Just what your body needs that day.

Schedule your massage today to begin your path to feeling better, moving better, and living better at NativeTouchtmb.com

10/21/2025

After years of wanting to create a space to share what I’ve learned about the body, movement, and healing… I finally made the leap.

I’m excited to introduce my new blog, Rooted in Wellness, where I’ll be sharing reflections from the massage table and beyond — about how awareness and small daily choices can make a lasting difference in how we feel and move.

My first post, “Why Deep Doesn’t Have to Hurt,” explores how effective bodywork isn’t about pushing harder, but helping the body feel safe enough to truly release.

If you’ve ever wondered why “no pain, no gain” doesn’t tell the whole story, this one’s for you.

Every body carries tension differently, and how we approach that tension matters.