Indian Champissage or 'head massage' is a stimulating massage of the upper back, shoulders, neck and head, where tension is normally held. Champissage is a simple and safe therapy that promotes relaxation while alleviating aches and pains. It is popular for relieving symptoms of stress, it is non-invasive and is performed with the recipient sitting on a chair, fully clothed.
Most people don't recieve enough physical contact and this type of therapy is very therapeutic. It is perfect for everyone as there are no language or intellectual barriers. The recipient is encouraged to breath deeply and allowed to experience feelings of peace and vitality.
Stress can manifest itself into tension, stiff muscles, eye strain, and headaches and contribute to emotional uneasiness. Indian Champissage works with a firm yet gentle rhythm to help loosen muscles as well as ease tension and relieve the uncomfortable accumulation of toxins in the body. A Champissage treatment can decreases compulsive behaviour and quiet thoughts and allows you to bring your attention to the present moment. In this state, the body is able to heal itself naturally from ailments and the mind is able to think more clearly. When your mind, body and spirit are in balance, you can work towards fulfilling your life purpose without added stress.
Massage oils are sometimes used in head massage techniques. I have decided not to use oils for practical reasons. Since this therapy is supposed to be quick and easy, oils can get messy. Furthermore, some of the techniques are 'friction' based and I find that working without oil is optimal.
Frequently, people open up and share feelings during a Champissage session as it is sometimes easier to talk to a 'stranger' than friends or family. As a practitioner, the sessions are kept in strict confidence and absolutely no judgement is passed on your life or the decisions you make. The environment I help provide is a safe, compassionate and comfortable one, designed for healing the body, mind and spirit and restoring peace into hectic lives. The treatment is devised to help you feel lighter, more calm and to bring about overall sense of well being.