How Do you find the right massage therapist?
Finding the right Massage Therapist can often be a journey. So, how do you do it ? Well, let’s see…
Have you ever gone to a hairdresser or barbershop and you felt satisfied with the work the did, but you just didn’t gel with the person who did it or the business itself? Or maybe you had the opposite experience! The person was great…but their work was perhaps lacking.
Massage is also kinda just like that. Everyone is vastly different and there is never really a perfect place, although striving to find one is certainly an endeavour. You’ll often encounter massage therapists who are… TERRIBLE at massage but great people and people who are insanely good at Massage but who have the people skills of a wooden board.
So is there a way to actually find a massage therapist that was a bit of everything that you had always wanted or wished for christmas? Yes.
Here are 5 Tips I have for you to find the right fit for you.
1. Shop Around.
Yes, Rather odd that a business would tell you to shop around but the reality is that a good massage therapist knows when to send you to somebody else if things are A. not working or B. you’re not the right fit for them either! I think by visiting multiple Massage Places or Remedial Massage Shops you can find someone who you look forward to seeing each week. If that doesn’t work, come and see me.
2. Be Open about What you Want.
Sometimes, people don’t actually stick with a massage therapist long enough to get into their best zone or flow state. Communication and collaboration are what ensure your massage is tip top, CloudForm has tailored forms for a reason as an example. I will already know what you want and need, before you even hit the table. Still, it takes two to tango. You are also able to ask questions so make sure you communicate to your chosen massage therapist.
3. Go Local
Finding a massage therapist near you is perhaps one of the most important parts of your self-care journey, think about it. You’d be very unlikely to drive an hour each way to see someone who you think is great but they are just located way too far out. You’ll want to have a look at all of the local businesses around you. CloudForm for example is quite close to busy suburbs such as Dianella, Morley, Maylands, Bayswater etc here in Perth and for that reason, there’s plenty of locals dropping by for a reason.
4. Figure out your Preferences
Some people actually don’t know what they like or dislike about massage and touch because well…they haven’t had enough to make their own judgements! That’s completely okay but you’ll actually benefit from having an extra massage or two a month and getting your back, hip, shoulder & neck pain taken care of while calibrating your actual massage preferences. Maybe you like deep tissue, maybe you don’t! We can figure it out together. Maybe you prefer a masseur, maybe it’s a masseuse for you.
5. Try out Different Services & Therapists
If you always get the same old deep tissue, maybe it’s time to go for a relaxation massage or some good old remedial massage. By trying out different services & the differing therapists who perform them, you’ll actually have a much better idea of what your go-to is and even what time of day or day of the week you like to get your massage on. There’s really no limit so give it a go.
There are many different ways to approach finding your own massage therapist but really, it all comes down to just getting out there and getting massaged. There are so many different styles, forms & techniques to experiences as well as the varying massage therapists and their personalities. Good ones won’t take it personally if you go somewhere else to try a different experience.. though the loyalty is always an appreciated accolade.
I hope this list has helped you. If you are looking for a massage place near you, CloudForm is where it’s at.
Located in Malaga, it’s only a 5 to 10 minute drive from Suburbs like Morley, Dianella, Bayswater and Maylands…so what are you waiting for?
Find the right Massage Therapist for you.
