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03/25/2026

New prices for massage therapy, effective May 1, 2026

Adults :
60 minutes - $80.00
90 minutes- $110.00

Seniors (64 and older):
60 minutes - $70.00
90 minutes- $100.00

30 minutes for both categories - $45.00

03/18/2026

Can Massage Help Manage Anxiety and Depression?

Yes, it can!

Massage therapy doesn’t just relax your muscles — it can also support your mental and emotional well-being. Research shows therapeutic massage can:

• Reduce levels of the stress hormone cortisol
• Help lift your mood and lower blood pressure
• Increase serotonin and dopamine, neurotransmitters that play an important role in reducing depression
• Improve mood and behavior for individuals with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder

When your body relaxes, your mind often follows.

Talk with Victoria during your next massage about the many ways therapeutic massage can support your overall wellness. Your massage can always be tailored to what your body — and mind — need most.

03/13/2026

Can Massage help you Sleep Better?

Yes!

Massage therapy has been shown to improve sleep for many clients. But how does it work?

Massage can:

- Increase delta brain waves which are associated with deep, restorative sleep
- Reduce cortisol (the stress hormone) while increasing serotonin, which helps regulate mood and sleep
- Help your body relax so you can fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer

All of adds up to a more restful night and a more refreshed you!

If getting a good night’s sleep has been a struggle lately, talk with Victoria during your next massage about other ways massage therapy can support better sleep and overall wellness.

03/06/2026

Struggling with Migraines or Frequent Headaches? Massage May Help.

Migraines can disrupt your entire day — making it hard to focus, sleep, or even relax. Therapeutic massage can be a natural way to help your body find relief.

Massage therapy may help reduce:

• Pain and muscle tension
• Stress and distress symptoms
• Sleep disturbances

And it may help increase:

• Headache-free days
• Serotonin levels — a neurotransmitter often called the “happiness hormone” that plays a role in mood and pain regulation.

If you experience frequent headaches or migraines, let Victoria know during your next session. She can adjust your massage to focus on areas like the neck, shoulders, and scalp to better support relief.

Your massage should be more than relaxing — it should help you feel better and live better.

02/26/2026

What is a Therapeutic Massage?

Therapeutic Massage Therapy is a style of massage therapy which focuses on getting results vs. just relaxing.

Using this term indicates that the purpose of the massage is to achieve a structural change or therapeutic benefit in the body. It is a style of treatment where the massage therapist mobilizes your soft tissue (muscles, tendons, fascia, etc.) to restore normal functional use.

You should expect to feel great long afte ryour therapeutic massage session ends, instead of just relaxing for an hour.

02/19/2026

Five Fascia Facts – How can Massage Help?

Similar to a spider’s web, fascia is densely packed collagen fiber, covering our entire body.

1. Your fascia is like a stretchy web that connects everything in your body, running from your head all the way down to your toes.

2. Like a rubber band, fascia can stretch and tighten, which helps you move smoothly and keep good posture.

3. Your fascia works like a body sensor – it can feel and react when something changes in your body, like when you get hurt or have swelling.

4. Your fascia and nervous system work together, which means your emotional state and stress levels can affect how your fascia feels and works.

5. Your fascia is all connected through your body, like one big network. This means a problem in one area can affect other parts – just like how tight feet can make your whol body feel stiff or move differently.

Talk with Victoria during your next appointment to learn how therapeutic massage can improve the health and elasticity of your fascia!

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Book a 30, 60 or 90-minute healing, therapeutic massage with Victoria today https://pocketsuite.io/link/victoria-aranda

Accepting appointments – Mondays and Thursdays 10am-5pm and Fridays 2-6pm and limited hours on Saturdays

02/11/2026

To every client who has trusted me with their time, healing, and self-care — thank you. Your support means everything to this small business.

I’m so grateful to be part of your wellness journey and honored to help you relax, recover, and feel your best.

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Book a 30, 60 or 90-minute healing, therapeutic massage with Victoria today https://pocketsuite.io/link/victoria-aranda

Accepting appointments – Mondays and Thursdays 10am-5pm and Fridays 2-6pm and limited hours on Saturdays

02/05/2026

7 Ways to Care for Your Fascia

1. Move Daily: Walk, cycle, swim or do yoga to keep fascia flexible and hydrated.

2. Stretch Regularly: Release tension and improve mobility with gentle stretching

3. Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water to keep your fascia supple and healthy.

4. East Well: Fuel your fascia with nutrient-rich foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and protein.

5. Try Massage or Myofascial Release: Relieve tightness and boost blood flow.

6. Breathe Deeply: Use breathwork and mindfulness to relax your fascia and reduce stress.

7. Get Quality Sleep: Support your fascia’s recovery and repair with restful sleep.

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Book a 30, 60 or 90-minute healing, therapeutic massage with Victoria today https://pocketsuite.io/link/victoria-aranda

Accepting appointments – Mondays and Thursdays 10am-5pm and Fridays 2-6pm and limited hours on Saturdays

02/03/2026

01/28/2026

Bust the Myths about Massage!

Myth: A Massage should hurt to work.

The Facts: NOT TRUE - Massage doesn’t need to be painful to be effective!

Real results come from skilled, intentional touch—not gritting your teeth through discomfort. A good massage works with your body, helping muscles release, improving circulation, and restoring balance… all without pain.

Relief can feel good. And healing should, too.

Book a 30, 60 or 90-minute healing, therapeutic massage with Victoria today https://pocketsuite.io/link/victoria-aranda

Accepting appointments – Mondays and Thursdays 10am-5pm and Fridays 2-6pm and limited hours on Saturdays

01/14/2026

Winter Workouts Need Winter Care

Cold air, stiff muscles, and icy conditions can take a toll on your body — even before your run begins. Just like stretching in the snow helps prepare your muscles, massage helps your body stay resilient all winter long.

Getting a massage during the winter months can:

• Boost your immune system
• Improve skin hydration
• Alleviate muscle fatigue and soreness
• Enhance circulation and warmth
• Support recovery from cold-weather activity

Don’t let winter slow you down or leave you aching. Treat your body to the care it deserves so you can keep moving comfortably all season long.

Make your appointment today and stay strong, warm, and well this winter.

Book a 30, 60 or 90-minute healing, therapeutic massage with Victoria today https://pocketsuite.io/link/victoria-aranda

Accepting appointments – Mondays and Thursdays 10am-5pm and Fridays 2-6pm and limited hours on Saturdays

01/08/2026

Enduring pain this winter? I fix issues with your tissues

Cold weather can leave muscles tight and achy — but you don’t have to live with it. Massage therapy helps relieve pain, improve mobility, and keep you feeling your best all season long.

Don't let winter stiffness, old injuries, and daily stress can take a toll on your body. Victoria can target your massage to release tension, reduce pain, and support healing.

Make an appointment today so we can ease those aches and get you moving comfortably again! Your body will thank you.

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Book a 30, 60 or 90-minute healing, therapeutic massage with Victoria today https://pocketsuite.io/link/victoria-aranda

Accepting appointments – Mondays and Thursdays 10am-5pm and Fridays 2-6pm and limited hours on Saturdays