Michelle Ratz-McGuire: Registered Massage Therapy and Hypnotherapy

12/22/2025

You’ve probably heard people say that massage can help your immune system... but what does that actually mean?

While massage doesn’t prevent illness or act as a medical treatment, it can support the conditions that help your body function at its best.

Here’s how:

• Stress reduction
When stress goes down, your body shifts out of “fight-or-flight” mode. A calmer nervous system can free up more energy for the body’s natural maintenance processes.

• Improved circulation
Massage helps encourage healthy blood flow, which supports your body’s ability to deliver nutrients and remove waste products efficiently.

• Relaxation + better rest
Many people sleep more deeply after a session, and consistent, quality sleep plays a key role in overall well-being (including immune support).

Massage isn’t a cure and can’t prevent you from getting sick, but it CAN help create a balanced, less-stressed environment where your body can do what it’s designed to do.

A little more ease.
A little less tension.
A body that feels supported instead of overwhelmed.

If you’re craving a reset, I’ve got the mat warmed for you. 💜

Tap the link in my bio to book your next session.

12/22/2025

Feeling like a GRINCH this holiday season? Treat yourself to a rejuvenating massage and let the stress melt away! Embrace the joy and warmth of the holidays with a little self-care. Make your season merry and bright again! 🌟💆‍♀️🎄

12/21/2025

Warm Treatment Weather Forecast...
Sounds about right.

12/20/2025

• Your shoulders sitting a little lower
• Your breathing becoming deeper
• Your mind feeling less scattered
• A feeling of ‘reset’ in your whole body

12/19/2025

A Love Letter to Your Overworked Muscles

Dear neck…
You carry more than anyone realizes.
You deserve a moment to soften.

Dear low back…
You’ve been holding things together for a long time.
Let someone hold *you* for a change.

Dear shoulders…
You’re not meant to live up by the ears.
You can come down now. It’s safe to relax.

Every day, your body shows up for you - even when you’re stressed, tired, or stretched thin.
Massage is simply a chance to give some of that care back.
A quiet reset. A gentle “thank you.” A moment of ease for the parts of you that work the hardest.

Your muscles deserve a love letter, too. 💜
Book when you’re ready for a little more softness in your week.

12/18/2025

You know the moment… the blanket is warm, your body is relaxed, and your brain whispers:
“Let’s just live here now.”

If this is your vibe, this is your sign to book.

12/18/2025

Experience relief from foot pain and calf tension with these simple exercises and stretches! 🌟👟 Your feet and ankles will thank you for the extra care and attention!

12/16/2025

I’m a massage therapist…
but I’m also a human who loves cozy mornings, good coffee, and getting outside for a breath of fresh air.

I spend my days helping bodies relax, unwind, and breathe a little easier -
but just like you, I have my own little rituals that keep me grounded, too.

Things like:
• a quiet moment before the day starts
• a warm cup in my hands
• a walk, a stretch, a pause
• music that slows my mind down
• taking care of my own body so I can take care of yours

Behind every session is a person who values calm, comfort, and feeling at home in their body - just like the people who walk through my door.

A therapist… and also a human who appreciates the small things that make life feel softer. 💜

Double tap if you love slow mornings too.

12/16/2025

12/15/2025

Ever felt that “crunchy” or gritty sensation during massage and wondered what’s actually going on under the skin?

It can feel a little strange, but that sensation is usually just your soft tissues responding to pressure and movement - not bones grinding or anything harmful. The body has a lot of textures, layers, and structures that can create different sensations depending on tension and hydration levels.

A client recently said, “It feels like there’s gravel in my shoulder!”

In reality, that feeling often comes from a mix of normal tissue mechanics, like:
• Areas of muscle or fascia that are holding tension, which can make them feel firmer or less smooth.
• Adhesions between tissue layers that glide differently when you’re stressed, dehydrated, or stiff from certain positions.
• The natural texture of connective tissue, which can feel more noticeable when an area hasn’t moved much or is a little irritated.

When pressure and movement are applied during massage, those layers start warming, softening, and gliding a bit better - which can create that crunchy or gritty sensation people notice.

That “crunchy” feeling doesn’t mean anything is damaged or wrong... it’s simply your body’s way of showing where things have tightened up or need a little attention. As the area relaxes and circulation improves, those sensations often change or ease up.

Ever had a spot that feels crunchy, gritty, or “stuck”?

12/14/2025

If you know me, you know I love tea! This morning called for a honey chai latte courtesy of ! This is not sponsored at all, I just love their tea and want to share the warmth. Happy Sunday!

12/14/2025

If you know, you know. 🐾