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A full-body relaxation massage using classic Swedish techniques — effleurage, petrissage and rhythmic strokes — to reduce cortisol, ease muscle tension and support your nervous system. Available at Her Healing Massage & Wellness, a women-only studio in Amsterdam city centre.
Exclusively for women
Swedish massage is the most established form of full-body massage in Western practice. It was developed in the early 19th century and remains the foundation of most relaxation and spa massage protocols taught worldwide today.
The treatment works through a combination of long gliding strokes, kneading movements and light percussion applied to the superficial muscle layers. These techniques stimulate blood circulation, promote lymphatic drainage and signal the parasympathetic nervous system to shift the body out of its stress response.
In clinical terms, regular Swedish massage has been associated with measurable reductions in salivary cortisol — the primary stress hormone — as well as improvements in sleep quality and self-reported anxiety scores. It is not a cure, but the physiological effects are real and documented.
At Her Healing Massage & Wellness, every Swedish session is performed by Dracel alone. There are no rotating therapists, no pre-set routines. Pressure, pace and focus areas are adjusted to how your body responds during the session itself.
Expert masseur with over 5 years of experience and more than 3,000 clients treated.
Top-tier natural oils applied with care and precision, in a peaceful, welcoming atmosphere.
Perfectly located in Amsterdam center for a quick wellness break.
Every Swedish massage at Her Healing Wellness follows a personalised full-body protocol. No fixed routine — a complete relaxation experience adapted to your tension levels and nervous system on the day.
A brief pre-session conversation about your stress levels, sleep, and the areas where you carry most tension.
Long gliding strokes to warm the tissue and ease your nervous system into a parasympathetic state before deeper work begins.
Therapeutic-grade oils warmed before use to help muscles soften and respond to pressure without resistance.
Simple guidance during the session to help your body release held tension instead of bracing against the pressure.
Observations on areas of chronic holding or asymmetry — practical takeaways if anything useful came up during the session.
Real reviews from real women. Our clients consistently highlight how deeply they relax during the session, the attentive and unhurried pace, and how rested they feel for days afterwards.
A woman’s body holds stress differently. At Her Healing Massage & Wellness, every Swedish massage follows a calm, personalised sequence — adapted to your tension patterns, your pace and how your body responds on the day.
Before the session begins, Dracel takes a few minutes to understand where you are — your stress levels, sleep quality and the areas where your body holds the most tension. This shapes the pace and focus of everything that follows.
The session begins with effleurage — long, continuous strokes along the full length of each muscle group. This is not filler. It warms the tissue, increases circulation and signals your nervous system that it is safe to let go.
Pressure, rhythm and focus areas adjust throughout the session based on how your body responds. If an area needs more time, we stay. If something feels too firm, we adapt. There is no fixed sequence to get through.
The session closes gradually — never abruptly. If anything notable came up during the treatment, Dracel shares it with you. You leave with practical guidance on hydration, rest and how to extend the effects of the session.
EXCLUSIVELY FOR WOMEN
Ready to feel the difference? Get in touch to book your session at Her Healing Massage & Wellness Studio, a private, women-only space in the heart of Amsterdam. Message me directly on WhatsApp and I’ll get back to you personally — same-day appointments are often available.
Tuesday–Friday: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
+31 618 708 632
Keizersgracht 394, 1016 GB Amsterdam, Netherlands