Anti-stress Massage

What makes this massage special, according to Lara

Lara Nascimento, CitySpa Therapist, welcomes clients who arrive with accumulated tension, mental fatigue or difficulty slowing down. In her view, the Anti-Stress Massage is a reassuring choice for anyone who needs a restorative pause, with careful touch, silence and attention to how they genuinely feel.

Recommended for anyone who…

• Feels accumulated tension in the back, shoulders or neck because of their everyday routine.
• Is looking for a relaxing, enveloping massage centred on comfort.
• Finds it difficult to slow down and values a calm, quiet environment.
• Wants a restorative pause whose duration can match the level of rest they need.

Lara Nascimento’s perspective

“For me, the Anti-Stress Massage always begins with a simple question: how does the person feel today? Some clients arrive with a very contracted body, others with shallower breathing, while some simply say that they need to stop.

Before beginning, I try to understand where most of the tension is concentrated. It is often found in the shoulders, neck, lower back or even the hands, because everyday stress can also reveal itself in areas that we do not always associate with tiredness. From there, I adjust the pressure, pace and time dedicated to each area.

This is not a forceful massage. It is a massage based on listening. The movements are relaxing and enveloping, with essential oils that create a sense of comfort and help the body find more space. I like to work progressively and without rushing, so the person feels that they do not need to respond to or control anything.

I also pay close attention to silence, room temperature and positioning, because small details make a difference when someone arrives feeling overwhelmed. The aim is for the client to finish with a lighter body, calmer breathing and a genuine sense of having paused.”