Galway Holistic Massage

Written by The Blue Heron Clinic

Elaine Doran 

Galway Holistic Massage Therapist

ITEC Diploma in Holistic Massage

Registered with I.M.T.A.

What is Holistic massage?

Holistic massage is a combination of various movements used to manipulate your muscles by applying pressure to either soothe or stimulate the entire body. The holistic approach to treatment focuses on your whole being, not just the physical symptoms. It will also take in the psychological, environmental and nutritional aspects of your life and the effect these may have on you as a person either positive or negative.

Benefits of massage

Stress is thought to be one of the main contributing factors to disease and ill-health in today's busy world. By learning to respond in a healthier way and using relaxing techniques we can manage our stress more effectively. Massage has many benefits in helping people to relax and unwind and forget about their worries 

• It relies on touch – touch sustained through massage can boost self esteem and comfort the lonely or bereaved
• It boosts the immune system which can be weakened by stress, stimulates the circulation and lymphatic system, increases energy levels and brings calm in body and mind
• It releases endorphins – pain relieving happy hormones
• It slows the body down, encourages deeper breathing, lowers heart rate and switches digestion back on
• It can help with stress related conditions such as insomnia, headaches, backache and constipation
• It helps treat depression and low self esteem by boosting well-being
• t stimulates the body's ability to repair and renew

I offer a professional, confidential and personal treatment designed to meet your needs. Everybody has different reasons for getting a massage, whether it is to reduce any pain or stiffness or to just relax and unwind and feel in touch with their bodies, I hope to accommodate your needs. Treatments are one on one and usually take approximately an hour, so you get the best from the treatment and experience a feeling of calm and relaxation on a holistic level.

 If you have any queries about holistic massage at the Blue Heron Clinic in Galway please do not hesitate to contact me at:

086-3544008 or email  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Price list for Holistic massage

Full Body 1 hour treatment 55 euro

Neck, back and shoulders 30 min treatment 40 euro