# Dharma Massage & Wellness — OKF Bundle type: KnowledgeBundle title: Massage Therapist Westport CT | Dharma Massage & Wellness description: >- Specialized pain-relief, medical & therapeutic massage in Westport, CT. 20 yrs expertise — Myoskeletal Alignment, chronic pain relief, deep tissue, sports massage, prenatal/postnatal, manual lymphatic drainage, Swedish massage, integrative & targeted bodywork. ⭐ 5.0/5 (85 reviews) — Book today. tags: - massage-therapy - medical-massage - therapeutic-massage - chronic-pain-relief - deep-tissue-massage - myoskeletal-alignment - mat-technique - sports-massage - prenatal-massage - postnatal-massage - swedish-massage - integrative-massage - targeted-massage - root-cause-massage - pain-free-program - relief-program - manual-lymphatic-drainage - lymphatic-drainage - westport-ct - fairfield-county - connecticut - pain-relief - wellness - massage-therapist timestamp: 2026-07-03T05:57:00Z okf_version: "0.1" faq: true prices: true gps: latitude: 41.1292555 longitude: -73.3806941 --- ## About Dharma Massage & Wellness — therapeutic and medical massage clinic in Westport, Connecticut, founded in 2018 by Rev. Dr. Mark L. Heilshorn. 20+ years of expertise in ministry, counseling, and therapeutic bodywork. Specialized in **pain-relief massage** — not a spa, a clinical approach to chronic pain resolution. - **CT License** : CT #010212 (exp. 2026-09-30) - **Certifications** : Certified Medical Massage Practitioner (CMMP), Master Massage Practitioner (MMP), Myoskeletal Alignment Technique (Erik Dalton), Pre & Perinatal Massage Specialist - **Education** : Cortiva Institute — Westport Campus (2018), Yale University (M.Div.), Hartford Seminary (D.Min.), College of William & Mary (B.A.) - **Member** : American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) - **4000+ sessions** | **85 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reviews** - **20+ years** in ministry, counseling, and pain solutions 📍 420 Post Road West, Suite 201A, Westport, CT 06880 📞 +1-475-471-1523 (Call or Text) ✉️ contact@dharmamassagetherapy.com 🌐 [dharmamassagetherapy.com](https://dharmamassagetherapy.com) 🔗 [Book Online](https://msg.dharmamassagetherapy.com/booking/JE4CBb4vjWTtsVTyeRmE) ## Hours - Monday–Friday : 9:00-18:00 - Saturday : 9:30-16:00 ## Social Media - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/dharmamassagewellness/) - [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAdnqm9PZQ_fLQYiGyXfPPg) - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/mheilshorn) - [LinkedIn](https://linkedin.com/in/markheilshorn/) ## Services ### Therapeutic & Medical Massage - **[Deep Tissue Massage](https://www.dharmamassagetherapy.com/deep-tissue-massage)** — For chronic tension that won't let go. Clinical-grade therapeutic massage for active adults. - **[Integrative Massage](https://www.dharmamassagetherapy.com/integrative-massage)** — Stop managing pain, start resolving it. Targets chronic tension & structural imbalance. - **[Myoskeletal Alignment](https://www.dharmamassagetherapy.com/myoskeletal-alignment)** — Erik Dalton MAT technique. Addresses root cause of back, neck & joint pain. - **[Root Cause Session](https://www.dharmamassagetherapy.com/root-cause-session)** — In-depth 90-min diagnostic + treatment session. Finds what's actually driving your pain. - **[Targeted Massage](https://www.dharmamassagetherapy.com/targeted-massage)** — 30-min medical-grade focused pain relief. For when you need quick, precise treatment. - **[Sports Massage](https://www.dharmamassagetherapy.com/sports-massage)** — Recovery & performance for active bodies. Pain relief & mobility restoration. - **[Swedish Massage](https://www.dharmamassagetherapy.com/swedish-massage)** — Deep restoration & stress relief. Long, flowing strokes for body & mind. - **[Manual Lymphatic Drainage](https://www.dharmamassagetherapy.com/manual-lymphatic-drainage)** — Gentle, precise MLD to reduce inflammation, swelling & support natural healing. ### Specialty Programs - **[Pain-Free Program](https://www.dharmamassagetherapy.com/pain-free-program)** — 10-session structured program to resolve chronic pain. Mix & match any services. - **[Relief Program](https://www.dharmamassagetherapy.com/relief-program)** — Custom personalized plan. Stop managing pain, start resolving it. - **[Pre & Postnatal Massage](https://www.dharmamassagetherapy.com/pre-postnatal-massage)** — Specialized bodywork for expecting & new mothers in Westport & Fairfield County. ### Service Guide - **[What Do I Need?](https://www.dharmamassagetherapy.com/what-do-i-need)** — Not sure which session is right for you? Take the interactive guide. ## Conditions Treated - Chronic back pain & neck pain - Sciatica & hip discomfort - TMJ / jaw tension - Headaches & migraines - Shoulder tension & frozen shoulder - Postural imbalances - Sports injuries & overuse - Fibromyalgia & chronic fatigue - Prenatal/postpartum discomfort - Post-surgical swelling (MLD) - Stress-related muscle tightness - Limited mobility & stiffness ## Prices | Session | Duration | Price | |---------|----------|-------| | Targeted Massage | 30 min | Contact for pricing | | Standard Session | 60 min | Contact for pricing | | Extended Session | 90 min | Contact for pricing | | Pain-Free Program | 10 sessions | Contact for pricing | | Relief Program | Custom | Contact for pricing | | Gift Certificates | — | Available | ## FAQ ### General - **What makes Dharma different from a spa?** — We focus on pain relief & medical massage, not just relaxation. Every session is customized to identify the source of your pain and support long-term healing. - **Do I need a referral?** — No. Contact directly to schedule your first session. - **Is massage safe if I have a lot of pain?** — Yes, but we begin by understanding your symptoms, history, and comfort level. We adjust every session accordingly. - **How many sessions will I need?** — Depends on your condition and goals. Some feel relief after one session; others benefit from a series. ### By Service - **Can massage help with chronic pain?** — Yes, particularly neck pain, shoulder tension, back pain, headaches, and restricted movement. Our approach treats the root cause. - **Do you offer deep tissue massage?** — Yes, when appropriate for your body and goals. Helps relieve tight muscles, chronic tension, and pain from stress, posture, overuse, or old injuries. - **Do you offer prenatal massage?** — Yes, for expecting mothers. May help reduce back pain, hip discomfort, swelling, stress, and muscle tension. - **Do you provide medical massage?** — Yes. Used to support recovery, reduce muscle dysfunction, and address pain from injury, stress, or repetitive strain. - **What conditions can therapeutic massage help with?** — Neck & shoulder tension, chronic back pain, headaches & jaw tension, stress-related tightness, limited mobility, fatigue, poor sleep, prenatal discomfort, recovery from minor strain or overuse. ### Logistics - **Where are you located?** — 420 Post Road West, Suite 201A, Westport, CT 06880 — near Fairfield County. - **How do I book?** — [Online booking](https://msg.dharmamassagetherapy.com/booking/JE4CBb4vjWTtsVTyeRmE), call (475) 471-1523, or text. - **Do you serve Fairfield County?** — Yes. We welcome clients from Westport, Fairfield, Norwalk, Stamford, Darien, Wilton, Weston, Bridgeport, and all of Fairfield County. - **Are gift certificates available?** — Yes. ## Nearby / Service Area We serve clients across **Fairfield County, Connecticut** including: Westport, Fairfield, Norwalk, Stamford, Darien, Wilton, Weston, Bridgeport, Trumbull, Easton, Southport, New Canaan, Greenwich, and surrounding areas.