Massage Therapy
(Buckhead) Atlanta, GA
Welcome to Your Journey Counseling and Wellness where we believe that YOUR journey is personal and to be respected.
Let us help you reach your destination one step at a time.
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Massage Therapy for Mental Health Wellness
At Your Journey Counseling and Wellness, we understand that mental wellness isn’t only
about talk therapy—it’s about supporting the whole person. That’s why we offer massage
therapy as part of our holistic mental health services, designed to help clients reset
emotionally, physically, and neurologically.
Why Massage Therapy for Mental Health?
Massage therapy is a clinically supported tool to reduce stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms
while enhancing emotional balance and cognitive clarity. Research has shown that massage
promotes the release of serotonin and dopamine—the body’s natural mood stabilizers—while
reducing cortisol, the stress hormone.
“Massage therapy has been shown to reduce cortisol and increase serotonin and dopamine,
helping reduce depression and anxiety.” — American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA)
The Mind-Body Connection
Stress and trauma don’t just live in the mind—they live in the body. Muscle tension, shallow
breathing, and chronic fatigue are physical signs of emotional overwhelm. Our licensed massage
therapists work to:
- Reset the nervous system
- Relieve chronic physical tension
- Support trauma recovery through somatic release
- Encourage emotional regulation and grounding
“By reducing levels of cortisol and increasing serotonin and dopamine, massage therapy can helpimprove overall mood and reduce symptoms associated with anxiety and depression.” — Journalof Clinical Psychiatry, 2010
Who Benefits from Massage Therapy?
Our massage therapy services support:
- Clients navigating anxiety, depression, or trauma
- Individuals in high-stress roles (executives, caregivers, first responders)
- Those recovering from emotional burnout
- Clients seeking alternative or complementary therapy methods to encourage emotional regulation and grounding
How It Works at Your Journey
Our integrative model means you can:
- Book massage sessions directly or through your therapist
- Pair massage with ongoing mental health counseling
- Receive care from trauma-informed and licensed providers
We offer both individual sessions and integrated care plans that combine therapy and massage
to support long-term wellness.
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About Nalandra Barton, CNMT
Certified Neuromuscular Therapist | 11+ Years of Experience
Welcome! I’m Nalandra Barton, a Certified Neuromuscular Therapist with over a decade of
experience helping individuals heal and thrive—physically, emotionally, and holistically.
A Whole-Person Approach to Healing
Over the past 11 years, I’ve worked with clients navigating a wide range of challenges—from
post-surgical recovery and physical injuries to emotional stress rooted in family or life
transitions. My focus has always been to alleviate pain and restore function, so clients can
return to their daily lives stronger and more informed.
The Mind-Body Connection
What I’ve come to understand is that emotional wellness plays a vital role in physical
recovery. Just as physical strain impacts the body, emotional tension can manifest as pain,
fatigue, or chronic discomfort. I believe both should be treated with equal care and professional
attention.
What to Expect
Some clients come to me already aware of how much they carry emotionally in their bodies.
Others discover it during treatment. Wherever you are on your journey, I’m here to help you
recognize those connections and work through them—so you can finish just as strong as you
started, if not stronger.
Book Your Session with Nalandra 📞 To schedule an appointment or consultation, please call (404) 795-6474. I look forward to supporting you on your healing journey.
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Clinic Hours
Mon-Fri: 8AM to 8PM
Sat-Sun: 11AM to 6PM