Massage Therapy for Anxiety and Depression

Topics covered will include:

• Understand the difference between anxiety and depression
• Reasons a massage therapist should understand anxiety and depression
• The spectrum of anxiety and depression ranging from mild to very severe.
• Learn about the role massage therapy can play
• The power of touch
• Understand the effects of massage on physical and psychological levels
• Understand the profound effect of physical contact
• The importance of providing a safe nurturing place for individuals to relax, refocus and find clarity
• Improving listening skills
• Respecting client confidentiality
• Identifying clients’ needs
• Creating a treatment plan with the client
• The importance of creating a sense of hope
• Recognise the limitations of massage therapy
• Types of massage therapy techniques that offer relief to clients
• Scientific research on the benefits of massage for depression and anxiety