Essential Massage is a holistic wellness practice founded by Lauren Blankenship, a licensed massage therapist with a deep commitment to healing, balance, and renewal. Located in Chesterfield, Virginia, Essential Massage blends science and spirituality to deliver personalized bodywork designed to relieve tension, restore alignment, and promote emotional and physical well-being. Lauren’s approach is rooted in over a decade of experience in education, community leadership, and wellness advocacy. She believes in empowering clients to understand their bodies, listen to their needs, and embrace self-care as a daily act of strength. Essential Massage reflects her vision of a safe, grounded, and nurturing environment — one that merges evidence-based bodywork with intuitive touch to awaken the body’s natural healing potential. Beyond the treatment room, Essential Massage embodies Lauren’s dedication to community connection and balance. Her clients include working professionals, parents, teachers, and first responders — people who give their energy to others and need a place to recharge. Every visit is designed not only to ease physical tension but to cultivate a deeper sense of clarity, peace, and renewal.