Where Soul Meets Body: Massage Therapy & Integrative Bodywork

Where Soul Meets Body: Massage Therapy & Integrative Bodywork Where Soul Meets Body is the private massage practice of Susie Maiorana (nee D'Andrea), LMT BCTMB

Where Soul Meets Body is the private massage practice of Susie Maiorana , LMT BCTMB. Home of the Signature "Susie Smash" Specializing in Therapeutic pain relief & Trauma Touch Therapy(tm).

02/05/2026

Me: "I’ll just stretch it out."

Also me, 3 days later: "Why does my neck still hate me?"

Stretching is great. Hydration is great. Foam rolling is great.

But sometimes your body is like:
‘Respectfully… I would like professional help.’

If your muscles are over the DIY phase, you know where to find me. 😅

02/04/2026

Everything cancelled except:
massage clients trekking through a snowstorm. 😅

I appreciate the dedication - truly - but please don’t risk your safety for a session.

We’ll save the relaxation for a safer day. 😌

02/03/2026

You don’t need a ‘good enough’ reason to book a massage.

So many people wait until they’re hurting, burned out, or barely functioning.

But massage can be maintenance.
Prevention.
A pause button for your nervous system.

You’re allowed to take care of your body before it’s in crisis mode.

If you’ve been putting it off, consider this your gentle nudge.

Happy Groundhog Day to the same tight neck, the same sore shoulders, and the same ‘I should probably book a massage’ tho...
02/02/2026

Happy Groundhog Day to the same tight neck, the same sore shoulders, and the same ‘I should probably book a massage’ thought on repeat. 😅

If your body feels like it’s living the same tension day over and over again…

It might be time to break the cycle.

Massage isn’t just about fixing what hurts, it’s about helping your nervous system reset so the same patterns don’t keep looping.

Your body doesn’t have to relive the same stress every week. 🤍

Hello February!A month of fresh beginnings and new opportunities. As we embrace the heart of winter, let’s focus on grow...
02/01/2026

Hello February!

A month of fresh beginnings and new opportunities.
As we embrace the heart of winter, let’s focus on growth, connection, and setting intentions.

This is the perfect time to reflect on our goals and take meaningful steps toward achieving them.

01/28/2026

Who knew self-care could feel this fabulous?

The only thing better than a massage is the anticipation of it.

Time to unwind and let the stress melt away.

January 26th is National Spouses Day, and we're going to talk about it because caring for y̳o̳u̳r̳s̳e̳l̳f̳ is part of ca...
01/26/2026

January 26th is National Spouses Day, and we're going to talk about it because caring for y̳o̳u̳r̳s̳e̳l̳f̳ is part of caring for the people you love.

So many people put their own needs last, especially when they’re showing up for a partner, family, or household. But when your body is tense, exhausted, or running on empty, it’s harder to be patient, present, and connected.

Self-care isn’t selfish - it’s supportive.

Taking care of your body helps you regulate stress, sleep better, and have more energy to give where it matters most.

Think about it this way…
Supporting your relationship doesn’t always mean doing more for someone else. Sometimes it means giving your body what it needs - rest, recovery, and space to reset - so you can show up as your best self.

What’s one small way you care for yourself that helps you show up better for others?

Share in the comments, or let me know if you want ideas for simple, realistic self-care that fits into real life.

Say goodbye to the pain and hello to relaxation with a rejuvenating massage. We’ve got your back... quite literally! Boo...
01/22/2026

Say goodbye to the pain and hello to relaxation with a rejuvenating massage. We’ve got your back... quite literally! Book your session now and let's get you feeling like a pop star again! 🌟

It’s National Hugging Day! Did you know your nervous system can tell the difference between real, safe touch and everyth...
01/21/2026

It’s National Hugging Day! Did you know your nervous system can tell the difference between real, safe touch and everything else? 🧘

A genuine hug can slow your breathing, lower stress hormones, and help your body feel more grounded.

That’s not just emotional - it’s neurological.

Safe, consensual touch sends a signal to your nervous system that it’s okay to soften and let go. Massage works through that same pathway: calming the stress response, supporting emotional regulation, and helping your body move out of “fight or flight” and into rest.

That’s why human touch can feel so powerful - and why how it’s offered matters.

Think about it this way…
Your body responds best when touch feels safe, respectful, and intentional. Whether it’s a hug from someone you trust or a massage session with clear communication and consent, those boundaries are what allow your nervous system to truly relax.

Safe human touch is so important.
Follow for nervous-system-friendly care tips and what’s really happening during massage.

Let’s clear something up: massage therapists don’t always need to use as much pressure as possible.There’s a common beli...
01/19/2026

Let’s clear something up: massage therapists don’t always need to use as much pressure as possible.

There’s a common belief that if a massage isn’t deep or intense, it’s not effective. But pressure is just one tool - and more pressure doesn’t automatically mean better results.

Here’s what actually matters during a massage:

• Your nervous system - muscles release best when your body feels safe, not braced
• The tissue response - sometimes gentle work allows deeper change than forcing pressure
• Your goals that day - recovery, relaxation, pain relief, or mobility all call for different approaches

Massage isn’t about “going hard.” It’s about giving your body the right kind of support at the right time. Effective work meets your body where it is - not where you think it should be.

Double tap if this surprised you - and let me know in the comments if you’ve ever wondered what kind of pressure is actually best for your body.

Ever feel like your massage therapist is working right on your kidney when they’re in your low back?Good news - they’re ...
01/15/2026

Ever feel like your massage therapist is working right on your kidney when they’re in your low back?

Good news - they’re not touching your kidney at all.

That deep, achy spot near your lower ribs is often a muscle called the quadratus lumborum (QL). It sits deep in the low back and helps stabilize your spine, support posture, and assist with bending and side-to-side movement.

Because of where it lives, QL work can feel:
• very deep
• a little “inside”
• intense but relieving
• like pressure near the flank or rib area

That sensation surprises a lot of people, but it’s completely normal.

This muscle often gets cranky from:
• long hours of sitting or standing
• favoring one side of the body
• stress and guarding
• low back or hip tension

When your therapist works there, the goal isn’t to poke anything important - it’s to help that deep stabilizing muscle soften so your low back can finally relax.

If something ever feels too intense, always speak up. Massage should feel productive, not alarming.
Sometimes the weirdest sensations come from muscles you didn’t even know you had.

01/14/2026

Is it okay to fall asleep during a massage… or is that awkward? 😴

This is one of the most common (and quietly worried-about) questions people have before or during a session. So let’s clear it up once and for all.
Here’s what falling asleep during a massage actually means:

• Your nervous system feels safe - drifting off is a sign your body can fully relax
• Your muscles are letting go - sleep often happens when tension releases
• You’re not “missing” the massage - your body still receives the benefits, even if your mind checks out

Falling asleep during a massage isn’t rude, embarrassing, or wasted time - it’s your body doing exactly what it needs in that moment.

Address

1387 CR 539
Tuckerton, NJ
08087

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 8pm
Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 12pm - 8pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm

Telephone

+16098571554

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