Stress Treatment

Stress Treatment; When Stress Manifests in the Body
An Osteopathic Approach to Stress, Anxiety, Stress-Related Conditions and PTSD

Stress is not simply something we experience mentally. It is a complex physiological response that affects the entire body, including the nervous system, endocrine system, muscles, connective tissues, cardiovascular system, breathing and internal organs.

When we experience stress, the whole body responds.
You may notice tension in your neck, jaw or shoulders. Perhaps you experience headaches, digestive problems, disturbed sleep, chronic pain or a persistent feeling of restlessness in your body.
For others, stress manifests as exhaustion, difficulty concentrating or a feeling that the body never truly settles.

But stress involves much more than tense shoulders and a stiff neck.
Our nervous system, muscles, connective tissues, respiratory system and internal organs are closely interconnected. Prolonged stress can contribute to changes in muscle tone, breathing patterns, digestion, sleep and pain sensitivity.

Drawing on osteopathic principles, I work with the body's physical responses to stress through gentle manual treatment techniques, a thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology, and a holistic approach.
Treatment is suitable for people experiencing stress, anxiety, stress-related conditions, PTSD or physical symptoms associated with prolonged psychological or emotional strain.
The aim is to reduce physical tension and discomfort, support mobility and function, and create better conditions for relaxation and recovery.

What Happens During a Stress Treatment?

Each stress treatment lasts 60 minutes and is tailored to your individual needs.
Treatment is gentle, calm and unhurried, whilst also allowing for deeper work with the body's muscles, connective tissues and mobility.
We begin with a conversation about your symptoms, medical history and the challenges or stressors you are experiencing.

I then use a combination of manual treatment techniques based on osteopathic principles and an understanding of the body's anatomy and physiology.
Treatment Techniques

Depending on your symptoms and individual needs, treatment may include:

Osteopathic Manual Techniques
Gentle mobilisation and hands-on techniques addressing muscles, joints and connective tissues, with a focus on mobility, function and patterns of muscular tension.

General Osteopathic Treatment (GOT)
A traditional osteopathic approach involving rhythmic, passive movements and mobilisation of different areas of the body. The aim is to address mobility and muscular tension from a whole-body perspective.

Fascial Techniques
Manual techniques targeting the body's connective tissues and myofascial structures, with the aim of addressing tension, improving mobility and supporting physical comfort.

Psychomotor-Inspired Techniques
Gentle techniques focusing on the relationship between muscle tone, body awareness, breathing and movement.

Craniosacral Therapy
Very gentle manual techniques that may be applied around the head, neck and spine. Touch is adapted to your individual sensitivity and needs, with an emphasis on comfort and relaxation.

Breathing and Movement
Where appropriate, manual treatment may be complemented by breathing exercises, gentle movement or individually tailored exercises that you can incorporate into your everyday life.
Treatment takes place in a calm and supportive environment, and you are never required to discuss personal or traumatic experiences.

The focus is on your body's physical function and the symptoms you are experiencing.

Practical Information

Duration: 60 minutes
Price: 750 DKK
Treatment package: 5 sessions for 3,000 DKK

Who May Benefit from Treatment?
This treatment is intended for people experiencing physical symptoms associated with psychological, emotional or prolonged physical stress.
These may include:

  • Acute or chronic stress.
  • Stress-related conditions and exhaustion.
  • Anxiety and persistent physical restlessness.*
  • PTSD and trauma-related physical symptoms.*
  • Depression accompanied by muscular tension, pain or other physical symptoms.
  • Chronic pain and increased pain sensitivity.
  • Tension headaches, neck pain and jaw tension.
  • Sleep disturbances and difficulty achieving physical relaxation.
  • Muscular tension and altered breathing patterns.
  • You do not need a specific diagnosis to seek treatment.

*For PTSD, depression and anxiety disorders, manual therapy may be used as a complementary approach alongside appropriate medical or psychological care, rather than as a replacement.

 

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You are always welcome to contact me if you have any questions, would like to learn more or simply wish to have a conversation before booking your appointment.

Preparing for Your Treatment

Wear soft, comfortable and preferably warm clothing, as you will be lying on the treatment table for around 45 minutes. I have blankets available if you need one.

If possible, arrive 5–10 minutes early rather than rushing through the door, and try to leave a little space in your calendar afterwards rather than immediately moving on to the next commitment.

Put your phone on silent.

The treatment space is quiet, clean and minimal, and the session itself is intentionally slow.

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Pricing

Single session: 750 DKK
60-minute stress-focused treatment.

5-session package: 3,000 DKK
A tailored course combining hands-on treatment with breathing exercises and training.

  • After your first session, we will create a treatment plan together, individually tailored to you and your needs. The five sessions will be spread over an appropriate period of time, so the programme fits as naturally as possible into your everyday life.