Laurence Durand propose des modelages adaptés à chaque client qu’elle reçoit. MIDI LIBRE – Lola Pesquié
Destination massages by Laurence is a real moment out of time provided by Laurence Durand, at the Maison des médecines douces et alternatives, in Mende. Trained in eighteen different protocols, Laurence Durand offers massages from around the world, “experience” massages and specific massages. Thanks to a little secret, each visit to her office is unique.
“When people come in here, I want them to think that their worries are outside and that they are thinking about themselves.” Subdued atmosphere, white sage incense, warm oils and relaxation music, it is in this universe, created by herself, that Laurence Durand confided in her new profession.
200% Deposit Bonus up to €3,000 180% First Deposit Bonus up to $20,000This 48-year-old mother recently changed her activity. She chose every detail of the room, down to the pretty golden planisphere hanging on the wall, in reference to the treatments she offers, traditions from all over the world. Laurence Durand wanted a soft, warm and encompassing atmosphere for her clients, with the aim of “relieving their aches and pains and bringing them well-being. It allows more letting go, returning to oneself, muscle relaxation and the cocooning side that they need.”
Deep relaxation
The practitioner has been based at the Maison des médecines douces et alternatives, rue du Chou-Vert, in Mende since November 12, 2024. She works there on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays.
In her office, she offers several massages, conducive to deep relaxation: Californian, Swedish, Japanese, Ayurvedic, massage for pregnant women, Signature massage, etc. She also offers energy treatments and foot reflexology sessions.
The masseuse was initiated into Reiki treatments in October 2023, a method of putting or reconnecting universal energy with the vital force specific to each of us. This is the little secret that makes her massages unique. “I took ownership of this practice and then I turned to massages, for which I discovered a passion.”
Eighteen protocols
To train, the practitioner spent eight months in Vichy (Allier), where she was enrolled in the Sylvia Terrade wellness school. She obtained the state-recognized diploma last June. She is now trained in 18 different protocols. “My clients feel that something is happening.”
This new job is also a way for Laurence Durand to find herself again. “It healed me, and now I can heal others. My massages relieve muscles, relax tensions accumulated with the stress of active life or the muscular activity of certain athletes, and eliminate toxins from the body.”
Laurence Durand works Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Maison des médecines douces et alternatives, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. To make an appointment: 06 83 59 88 00. She also offers gift cards.