The Essentials Massage & Spa

01/20/2026

01/19/2026

Another low/no tox product put into use here at the spa.

01/14/2026

01/14/2026

Trying a few low and no tox options at home and at the spa. No candles. Only essential oils for fragrance. (And the occasional handmade Japanese incense)

01/10/2026

On today’s episode of cute but jobless, Willie asks “what time even is dinner” because, “I’m so weak…like I can’t even make a fist”

01/07/2026

Why care about breathing “correctly”?

01/07/2026

Making peanuts to give to my clients for their home care!

01/05/2026

Nervous System Reset & Burnout Recovery
Saturday, February 7th | 9:00am–4:00pm
Lunch and refreshments served

If you’re feeling chronically overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, disconnected from your body, or stuck in survival mode, this immersive day retreat is designed to help you reset, regulate, and restore.

Somatic Healing Immersions blend evidence-informed therapy with embodied healing practices to support nervous system regulation and sustainable wellbeing.
This experience offers a safe, supportive container to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and learn practical tools you can carry into daily life.

Throughout the day, participants will be guided through an intentional flow of therapeutic and somatic practices, including:
•Heart Quest Testing to identify personal patterns and areas of nervous system stress
•Group session work focused on shared themes of burnout, stress, and emotional fatigue
•Guided breathwork to support regulation and release
•Somatic sensory practices to reconnect with bodily awareness and safety
•Massage therapy to support physical relaxation and integration
•Building your personal somatic toolbox for ongoing self-regulation and resilience

This is not a passive retreat—it is a therapeutic immersion designed for those seeking meaningful change, not surface-level wellness. You will leave feeling more grounded, resourced, and connected to your body, with tangible practices to support recovery from burnout and chronic stress.

This retreat is ideal for individuals who:
•Feel stuck in stress, burnout, or emotional exhaustion
•Struggle to truly relax or “turn off”
•Want nervous-system–informed healing, not talk-only therapy
•Are curious about somatic approaches to mental and emotional health
•Desire a supportive group environment with professional facilitation

Space is intentionally limited to maintain a safe, personalized experience.

12/29/2025

These look fabulously fun!!

12/29/2025

https://www.ummhealth.org/simply-well/mindful-morning-routines-begin-your-day-with-presence-not-pressure

Start your day with simple mindful moments—no extra time needed. Discover gentle ways to bring calm and clarity into your morning routine.

12/23/2025

We close tomorrow @1:00 so if you need a gift certificate better act fast!

12/20/2025

Did you know that there are added mental health benefits to eating beans and legumes, which are high in lean protein and support a healthy gut microbiome? Think about how you can incorporate beans and or legumes into your next meal. Fun fact, canned beans are some of the cheapest sources of protein compared to meat products like beef, poultry, and fish.