Relaxation massage
Softer, slower, and entirely yours. Gentle flowing strokes quiet the nervous system and let the day fall away. No agenda other than rest.
Life Massage and Wellness offers massage therapy services across the full range of bodywork, from the deepest, most focused pressure to the lightest restorative touch. Our therapists meet your body where it is today. Every session shaped to what you need, every visit.Life Massage and Wellness offers massage therapy services across the full range of bodywork, from the deepest, most focused pressure to the lightest restorative touch. Our therapists meet your body where it is today. Every session shaped to what you need, every visit.
Oncology massage is a gentle, compassionate therapy designed specifically for individuals undergoing cancer treatment or recovery
Structural alignment massage focuses on correcting postural imbalances by releasing tension in muscles and fascia that pull the body out of alignment. It’s ideal for those with chronic pain.
A healthy and non-invasive way to relieve pain, reduce discomfort, and correct dysfunction in many parts of the body. The targeted method involves applying pressure on specific points, which are used to identify muscle knots or cramps inside the muscle tissue.
A massage that combines therapeutic touch with essential oils to enhance both physical and emotional well-being. Scents like lavender, peppermint, and eucalyptus are chosen based on your needs.
Our massage services fall into three simple categories. Your therapist can also blend techniques based on what your body needs that day.Our massage services fall into three simple categories. Your therapist can also blend techniques based on what your body needs that day.
Restorative, full-body massage designed for relaxation, everyday tension, and improved mobility.
More focused massage services for specific needs, areas of tension, life stages, or wellness goals.
Massage, facials, and specialty wellness in Portsmouth, NH
Massage and wellness in Amesbury, MA.Massage and wellness in Amesbury, MA.
You do not have to decide alone. Tell us how you are feeling and where your body is holding tension, and your therapist will recommend the right approach. Many sessions blend more than one technique as we go.
For table massage, you undress to your comfort level and stay draped with a sheet at all times, with only the area being worked uncovered. Cranio integrative work is done fully clothed.
Always. The right pressure is the pressure that feels right to you, and that can change minute to minute. We check in as we work, and you are welcome to speak up any time.
Weekends and evenings fill first, so a few days ahead is ideal. Need something sooner? Call the studio directly and we will find the next opening.
Our full range of massage therapy services is available at both Portsmouth and Amesbury. We recommend booking a day or two ahead at Amesbury to secure your preferred time.
Yes to both. Memberships bring a monthly massage at a member rate with rollover hours, and gift cards work for any service at either studio.
Deep tissue massage uses slow, firm pressure to reach the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue. It targets chronic tension, knots, and areas of tightness that lighter work does not fully address.
It is especially effective for people who carry stress in their neck, shoulders, or low back, those who work physically demanding jobs, or anyone whose tension has become persistent over time.
Sports massage is built for bodies that move. Whether you are training for a race, recovering from a hard workout, or managing an injury, it helps keep range of motion open and muscles responding well.
Sessions can focus on pre-event preparation, post-event recovery, or ongoing maintenance, adapting to where you are in your training cycle.
Neuromuscular therapy addresses trigger points, the tight, hyper-sensitive bands of muscle tissue that often send pain to other parts of the body. It is precise, focused work designed to interrupt recurring pain patterns.
If you have areas that stay sore no matter how much you stretch or rest, neuromuscular therapy is often the missing piece.
Relaxation massage uses long, flowing strokes and gentle kneading to calm the nervous system and ease everyday tension. It is unhurried, comfortable, and designed to help you fully decompress.
The right choice when you need to step away from the noise and just rest. No goals, no agenda, just an hour that belongs to you.
Prenatal massage is specially adapted for the changes that happen in your body during pregnancy. Supportive cushioning and careful positioning make it comfortable to lie down and fully relax throughout your session.
It eases lower back pain, hip tension, swelling, and the general fatigue that comes with growing a baby. Safe from the second trimester onward with a healthcare provider's clearance.
Myofascial release uses sustained, gentle pressure to stretch and soften the fascia, the connective tissue that surrounds every muscle and organ in the body. When fascia tightens or becomes restricted, it can limit movement and cause pain that does not respond to typical massage.
This work is slow and quiet, but the results, improved mobility, reduced stiffness, and a lighter feeling in the body, can be significant.
Lymphatic drainage uses very light, rhythmic touch to encourage the movement of lymph fluid through the body. It supports immune function, reduces puffiness and swelling, and leaves most guests feeling unusually light and clear.
It is among the gentlest services we offer and is popular after surgery, illness, or any time the body feels sluggish or congested.
Cranio integrative therapy combines elements of craniosacral therapy with broader bodywork to help the whole nervous system settle. Light, still contact around the head, neck, sacrum, and spine allows deep tension to release without force.
Many guests describe it as the most profoundly restful session they have ever experienced. It is particularly effective for people dealing with chronic stress, headaches, jaw tension, sleep issues, or a general sense of being wired and unable to slow down.
Oncology massage offers gentle, compassionate care for those undergoing or recovering from cancer treatment. Tailored to each individual’s condition, this light-touch therapy helps reduce pain, fatigue, anxiety, and side effects from medication. The focus is on comfort, safety, and emotional well-being. It provides a peaceful experience that supports healing and helps restore a sense of calm and control during challenging times.
Therapeutic massage and specialty wellness in Portsmouth, NH and Amesbury, MA.
Portsmouth: 603 373 8780
Amesbury: 978 792 5201
Sunday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Monday – Thursday 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday Closed
Monday – Thursday 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Monday – Thursday 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday Closed
Monday – Thursday 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm