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BIRTHDAY SPECIAL • WESTPORT, CT

Birthday Massage Special in Westport, CT

A year older, and a body that has been asking for attention.

Most people put this off for months. Then a birthday comes around, and it becomes the obvious moment to finally book the session they have been talking about. Take 10% off any single session during your birthday month, whether that is an assessment and treatment, a deep tissue session, or something gentler

10% off any single session

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In-studio in Westport, CT

Targeted Pain Relief Massage in Westport, CT
Focused 30-Minute Session, $200
Go Straight to the Source of Pain
Precise Relief for Neck, Back & Shoulders
For Acute Tension and Stubborn Knots
Medical-Grade Therapeutic Bodywork
Rev. Dr. Mark Heilshorn, LMT, MMP, MAT
Licensed Massage Therapist in Westport
Across from Whole Foods on Post Road West
Serving Westport and Fairfield County
Targeted Work, Not a Generic Full-Body Massage
Ideal for Busy Schedules and Pain Flare-Ups
Book Your Targeted Pain Relief Session Today

How the birthday special works

No code, no coupon, no form. You mention your birthday when you book and the discount is applied to your session.

Pick your session

Any single session on the menu, from a 30 minute targeted treatment to a 90 minute session. Full list further down.

Mention your birthday when you book

Say it online in the booking notes, or tell us when you call or text. That is the whole process.

The 10% comes off the session price

Applied at booking, so you see the final amount before you pay your deposit.

The rules, plainly


• One session per birthday.

• Valid during your birthday month.

• Mention it when you book, not after the session.

• Not combined with program pricing or other offers.

• Gift cards are a separate path, see below.

What clients choose for their birthday

The birthday special applies to any single session. These are the six most requested around a birthday.

The Root Cause Session, $225

Full assessment and a complete treatment in one visit. The right starting point if you have never been to Dharma, or if the pain keeps coming back.

Swedish Massage, from $225

Long, flowing strokes, a full reset for the nervous system. What most clients picture when they decide to treat themselves.

Deep Tissue Massage, from $225 

Slow, sustained pressure into deeper layers for chronic tension, restricted movement and recurring knots.

Targeted Massage, $200

Thirty focused minutes on one area. The easiest way to use a birthday for something that has been nagging you for weeks.

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Manual Lymphatic Drainage, $235

Light, rhythmic work for swelling, heaviness and recovery. Also used through pregnancy and postpartum.

Integrative Massage, from $225

Therapeutic and relaxation techniques combined in real time, following what your body needs that day.

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Meet your guide, not just a massage therapist

The Rev Dr Mark L. Heilshorn, M.Div., D.Min., LMT, MMP, MAT, does not just push on muscles, he brings years of clinical bodywork, advanced medical massage training, and a pastoral understanding of the human story to every 30‑minute targeted session.


Licensed in Connecticut and trusted by clients across Fairfield County, he has helped desk workers, athletes, and exhausted caregivers in Westport reclaim comfort and confidence in their bodies.


From the moment you step into the quiet second‑floor studio at 420 Post Road West, across from Whole Foods and above Groove, you are met with calm, grounded presence, not pressure to “upgrade” or rush.


Rev Dr Mark’s hands do precise, methodical work while his medical‑grade training in Myoskeletal Alignment Technique and MAT helps him see what others often miss.

Here’s how my approach is unique:

I've trained in six techniques

because no single approach works for every body. I assess the whole body, find what's driving the pain, and apply the right combination to treat it.

Every session begins with a conversation.

Before I put hands on you, I learn your history and your patterns. That understanding is what allows the treatment to work.

I bring something no certification can teach.

Twenty years as a pastor taught me how to listen deeply, hold space for people in pain, and work at the level where real relief begins.

Ready to treat the source, not just the symptoms? Book your massage today.

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Rev. Dr. Mark L. Heilshorn, LMT, MMP, MAT

★★★★★ 80+ Five-Star Google Reviews

What a 30‑minute Targeted Pain Relief Session looks like

Fast but never rushed

You are booked for 30 minutes of hands‑on, highly focused work, scheduled to fit into a lunch break or a tight day, not a half‑day off.

This is not a shortened spa massage, it is a dedicated clinical slot for one main region, neck, shoulders, back, hips, or another clearly defined pain pattern.

Deep listening, precise assessment

Before you get on the table, Rev Dr Mark reviews a few key intake questions about your pain, when it started, what makes it worse or better, any recent imaging or medical visits.

He quickly maps the likely muscle, fascia, and joint contributors so that every minute of touch has a purpose.

Targeted techniques for real change

During the session, Mark draws from deep tissue, medical massage, skeletal muscle alignment, trigger point work, and MAT‑informed assessment to release the structures that are actually generating your pain. Pressure is always adjusted to your nervous system so the work is firm enough to create change but safe enough that your body can trust it.

Techniques that may be used

Deep tissue and myofascial release

Skeletal muscle alignment and joint decompression

Trigger point work for referred pain

MAT‑informed muscle activation and assessment

Targeted stretching and home‑care guidance

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Why Westport clients choose targeted massage at Dharma

Medical‑grade expertise, sessions guided by an LMT, MMP, MAT with a Doctor of Ministry background, blending science and soul.

Truly targeted work, one session, one clear focus, no generic full‑body routine.

Local and convenient, second floor at 420 Post Road West, near downtown Westport, directly across from Whole Foods with easy parking.

Clear next steps, you leave knowing what was found, what shifted, and whether a Root Cause Session or Relief Package would best support lasting change.

Clients mention that even one 30‑minute targeted session often gives them measurable relief in range of motion, pain levels, and their ability to focus at work or perform on the court or field.

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Your 3‑step plan to targeted relief

Share your pain story

Book online or call the studio and briefly describe where you hurt and how long it has been going on so we can confirm that a Targeted Pain Relief Session is the right fit for you.

Receive focused, hands‑on care

Come a few minutes early to settle in, then spend 30 minutes on the table with Rev Dr Mark working specifically on the muscles and patterns that are driving your discomfort.

Leave with a plan, not just relief

Walk out with less pain and a clear picture of what your body needs next, from simple home exercises to a follow‑up Root Cause Session or a structured Relief Massage Package if your situation is more complex.

What happens if you wait, and what happens if you do not

If you keep pushing through the pain:

The body usually compensates

Other muscles start overworking

Joints lose their clean movement

and what was once a simple fix becomes a more complicated, longer‑term issue.


Pain that started as an annoying twinge after a Westport commute or a tennis match at the local club can quietly become the reason you skip the activities that make your life feel like yours.

When you address it with targeted, expert bodywork:

you give yourself another path

One where you move through your day with less guarding

More confidence

And the sense that your body and your life in Fairfield County are on the same team again.

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Mark in session | Dharma Massage

A Quiet Birthday Nudge

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If your birthday is coming up, or recently passed, consider this your sign to stop putting yourself last.

We offer a 10% Birthday Special as a small way of saying, “Your body deserves a gift too.”

Many clients use it as the moment they finally book the session they have been talking about for months, whether that is a restorative Swedish massage or a focused pain‑relief plan.

Just mention your birthday when you book, and we will take care of the rest.

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Services

Every session draws from a full complement of massage techniques, including:

The Root Cause Session

For someone ready to experience Dharma and find out what's actually driving their pain.

Your first session includes a full assessment and a complete therapeutic massage. We identify the root cause, build your treatment plan, and begin relieving your pain, all in one visit.

Investment: $225 (60 min) | $285 (75 min) | $345 (90 min) Discover the Root Cause Session

The Relief Program

For someone ready to make real progress and build a treatment plan that delivers lasting relief.

Five targeted sessions to treat the root cause and restore pain‑free movement. Progress tracking and tailored adjustments each visit to keep pain from returning.

Investment: $1,070 (60 min) | $1,350 (75 min) | $1,650 (90 min) Includes 5 sessions. Discover the Relief Program

The Pain-Free Program

For someone ready to fully resolve their pain and maintain a body that stays that way.

Includes a complimentary bottle of Dharma’s proprietary massage oil, Adriatic Sea, created exclusively for Dharma using organic oil sourced from the Adriatic Coast of Italy.

Investment: $2,250 (60 min) | $2,850 (75 min) | $3,450 (90 min). Discover the Pain-Free Program

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Not sure which massage is right for you?

Feeling a little lost? Visit our "What Do I Need" page to find the session that best matches your needs.

Gift Certificate

This gift card offers an unforgettable pain-relief experience.

Gift your loved ones the path to living pain-free.

Each session revives you with expert massage techniques in a serene environment.

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MLD $235

60mn - $225

75mn - $285

90mn - $345

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