TCM in Basel:
Acupressure-Tuina Massage & Qi Gong

Experience Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in Basel through clothed massages, complemented by Qi Gong. Mindful, structured, and individually tailored.

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Traditional Chinese Medicine – a holistic view of health

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) looks at health concerns in relation to the body, emotions, lifestyle, and external influences. The aim is to better understand physical signals and support the body's natural self-regulation. It includes various methods such as acupressure, tuina massage, qi gong, and acupuncture, which are used in a targeted manner depending on the situation.

Do you suffer from stress, exhaustion, or physical issues such as tension or sleep disorders? A TCM treatment can help with acute as well as chronic complaints and open up new perspectives in dealing with certain illnesses.

TCM is considered as a complementary approach to Western medicine. It does not replace medical diagnosis, but can usefully supplement it and help identify connections.

Benefits for your well-being: More balance & energy

✔️ Alleviate pain and discomfort —acute or chronic
✔️ Promote relaxation & reduce stress
✔️ Support body awareness and self-regulation
✔️ Effectively applied impulses for regulation and well-being
✔️ Meaningful complementary support for certain illnesses

My holistic services in Basel: Massage & Qi Gong

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Massage therapy - 75 minutes

Holistic bodywork with acupressure & tuina – including a short Qi Gong sequence to prepare the body.

Gentle, clothed, and individually tailored – for stress, tension, and acute and chronic symptoms.

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Qi Gong in the park - 45 minutes

Summer group course in the park in Basel—gentle movements to nourish your energy.

Calm, invigorating, and no prior knowledge required. Also a great complement to treatment.

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Tuina massage – traditional, respectful, and fully clothed

In Chinese medicine, acupressure and tuina massage are traditionally performed with the patient fully clothed and covered with a towel. This TCM massage, which has been established for centuries, creates a clear, protected environment and promotes relaxation and trust.

Unlike acupuncture, acupressure is performed without needles and uses targeted pressure on specific points and meridians to regulate and relax.

Gentle acupressure with open palms to harmonize the energy flow in the back area.
Acupressure with the forearm on the palm of the hand - for deep relaxation and energetic activation.
Targeted point treatment on the back of the hand - to regulate internal organs and Qi flow.
Acupressure treatment on the back - deep relaxation in a calm atmosphere.
Flowing movement with rhythmic pressure - acupressure in harmony with the breath.
Strong, targeted pressure on the shoulders - to release muscular tension and relieve stress.
Mobilization technique on the hand - to loosen blockages in joints and meridians.
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Holistic TCM massage near you

At my practice in Basel-St. Johann, I offer holistic massage therapy based on traditional Chinese medicine. The treatment is gentle, non-invasive, and particularly suitable for people looking for a mindful, body-based form of therapy. My Tuina massage in Basel follows a clear procedure and is tailored to your individual situation.

Treatment framework:

  • Fully clothed, with cloth, non-invasive

  • 75 minutes · 130 CHF

  • EMR-approved, partially covered by supplementary insurance

  • Suitable for stress, exhaustion, tension, and acute or chronic symptoms

Procedure - 4-step program:

  1. Initial consultation

  2. Qi Gong

  3. Acupressure & Tuina massage

  4. follow-up discussion

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*Please wear comfortable clothing. Changing facilities are available.

Laetitia Vouillon, acupressure therapist, preparing for a consultation in her practice in Basel.

I am LAE - Laetitia Vouillon

I treat people in my practice for acupressure and tuina massage in Basel using methods from Traditional Chinese Medicine.

I am a certified acupressure therapist (EMR-approved) and am currently training to become a complementary therapist and Qi Gong teacher. Many supplementary insurance policies cover part of the treatment costs.

My path led me from architecture back to my Vietnamese roots and into bodywork. This connection shapes my work: clearly structured, mindful, and effective.

Treatments are available in German, French, English, and Spanish.

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TCM nearby: My 4-step method

More than just a massage—a clearly structured treatment process based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in Basel.

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1 | Initial Consultation

Arrival

You tell me what is currently bothering you - physically or in your everyday life. Together, we define the goal of the treatment and discuss how to proceed.

Qi Gong exercise with calm presence - therapist and client face each other attentively.

2 | Qi Gong

Preparing the body

Gentle movements and breathing exercises help you to ground yourself in your body. Qi Gong is calm and flowing - similar to Tai Chi - and prepares you for treatment.

3 | Acupressure - Tuina massage

set the pace

Using targeted massage techniques and pressure, I work along the meridians—
—similar to acupuncture, but without needles. This allows the body to respond, release tension, and enter a state of self-regulation.

Therapist and client in a follow-up discussion at the reception of the practice, partly covered by plants.

4 | Follow-up discussion

Integrate and next steps

We discuss together what you have noticed, how the experience can be integrated into everyday life, how the process can be continued - with input from TCM nutritional counseling.

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Common conditions: TCM support at a glance

This approach is aimed at people with physical or emotional symptoms - acute or chronic - and certain conditions.

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Stress & Emotional Health

Stress & Exhaustion, Burnout
Sleep issues
Anxiety, depressive mood
Fatigue
Emotional imbalance

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Pain & musculoskeletal issues

Tension,
Back and neck pain
Dental and jaw problems
Pain in arms and legs
Joint pain

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Acute & chronic conditions

Headaches & Migraines, dizziness
PMS & menstrual issues, menopause
Pregnancy support
Respiratory diseases, circulatory problems
weakness, feeling cold, digestive issues

Flowing Tuina touch with a soft hand position - energetically connected and mindful.
Mindful Qi Gong exercise while standing - connection with your own body center.
Calm treatment scene - client lies wrapped up while her feet are held.
Acupressure treatment with forearm on the hand - calm contact and deep effect.
Back treatment on both sides with dynamic posture - flowing Qi balancing along the spine.

Qi Gong in Kannenfeldpark Basel -
a complementary TCM offering in summer

In summer, I offer Qi Gong as a group course in Kannenfeldpark, Basel. The course takes place outdoors in peaceful surroundings and combines gentle movements, mindful breathing, and relaxation.

Qi Gong is fluid and calm - similar to Tai Chi, but without fixed sequences or prior experience. The exercises are simple, mindful, and easily accessible.

The course is aimed at adults and is suitable both as an introduction and as a complement to the treatments in my practice. The Qi Gong course takes place near a playground - children can play nearby while you take time to relax and move.

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What clients say

Testimonials from people who have experienced my Tuina and acupressure treatments in Basel .
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  • " I regularly go to Lae for acupressure massages and appreciate her professional yet attentive and empathetic manner. Laetitia specifically addresses my individual issues and adapts each treatment accordingly. After just a few months, my PMS symptoms were effectively alleviated and my skin problems visibly improved. I can therefore highly recommend treatment with Lae. Each treatment releases physical blockages and I feel deeply relaxed afterwards. I will continue to come for massages and thank Laetitia for her valuable support! "

    Helene T.

  • " Since my first visit to LAE, there have been positive changes that I never expected. Initially I came for severe back pain, but I found much more. Not only is my back showing improvement with each session, but I've seen progress in areas I wasn't looking to address directly: My energy is consistent throughout the day, I have less sugar cravings, and I can sleep deeply. Laetitia's therapy is not limited to symptom relief; it seeks to understand and heal from the root cause. If you are looking for real solutions, I can highly recommend her."

    Iván Z.

  • "Wow, a woman with both feet firmly on the ground, clear and radiant. She totally grounded me, released tension and brought my strength back to the tiles. I always enjoy going back to her. Thank you for the wonderful experience."

    Antje P.

  • "I regularly go to Laetitia for Tuina treatment and I love it! Laetitia has a very pleasant way of conducting the treatment, I feel very comfortable and can relax immediately. She was also able to help me with my complaints. I like the fact that she takes many different aspects into account, such as nutrition. I'm already looking forward to my next treatment!"

    L L

  • " Laetitia has the right energy, just made for it! I felt comfortable right from the start. I would particularly like to emphasize the positive feeling after the treatment, which lasted for a long time. Very pleasant. Thank you! "

    Samuel L.

  • " Laeticia is a caring and incredibly empathetic person. She always takes enough time to talk to you before the treatments. The massage itself is a mixture of a feel-good massage and pressing trigger points. This combination triggers a lot in the body and in the days that follow you can really feel how the body works. Thank you dear Laeti for always allowing me to go home deeply relaxed after your treatments:) "

    Jessica P.

  • "It was a great surprise to discover Tuina massage and it was a pure relaxation experience. I straightened up and really felt much straighter. With my feet firmly planted in the ground, I walked home. I felt like I had stepped into another world with a lot of lightness. Thank you so much, Laetitia, for introducing me to this massage. I'm already looking forward to experiencing this moment of happiness again."

    Jeannette

  • " Laetitia does a wonderful job. I had never heard of Tunia Massage before and found it incredibly relaxing and pleasant. After the treatment I felt like I was walking on air, I was absolutely mentally relaxed. Amazing! The tension in my neck, which has been bothering me for months, is much more bearable since the appointment and I sleep much better. I will definitely come back because it did me so much good. I would absolutely recommend it! "

    Anja R.

  • " I went to Laetitia for a session because I had been suffering from a sore throat for three weeks and my painful period was coming up (I suffer from endometriosis). After the 90 minute session my voice was much clearer and two days after the therapy my periods stopped and I had no sore throat or stomach pain. I thank her again and highly recommend her! She is very attentive, warm and has hands like fairy fingers."

    Anonymous

  • "I've been going to Laetitia's acupressure tuina massage regularly for a few months now. I hadn't heard of this method before and I have to admit that I was rather skeptical. But I was thrilled from the very first appointment! Laetitia is very professional and takes the time to respond to your individual needs. I can highly recommend her treatment for headaches and migraines, both of which have almost completely disappeared for me. The treatment had a relaxing and stress-relieving effect on me from the very first appointment. I would love to come back!"

    Sarah C.

  • "With Laetitia, I feel safe and in good hands. Even the empathetic initial consultation creates trust, the grounding exercise brings me fully into the moment, and your soothing massage has a deep and lasting effect. I can feel how good it all does me - physically and emotionally - I feel connected. I would love to come back and I'm already looking forward to our next appointment! 🤩"

    Daniel Siegenthaler

  • "I regularly come to Laeti for general relaxation after a sometimes very intense working day, to clear my head and sometimes also to relieve certain body tensions. Laeti's exceptionally empathetic, competent and situational approach never ceases to amaze me, so I always book the next session straight away. I can therefore recommend anyone to try acupressure with Laeti at any time!"

    Stephan Flückiger

  • "I have been seeing Laetitia for about 4 months and am very happy with the results of the treatment. I was struggling with general listlessness and lack of energy/motivation and was simply blocked. These things have improved exponentially and I will certainly continue treatment. I also feel incredibly comfortable and in good hands with Laetitia."

    Aurora D'Agostino

  • "Laetitia managed to ground me and focus on me within minutes with her calm charisma. The massage was very pleasant and I was deeply relaxed during and afterwards. I was able to sleep extremely well afterwards and the relaxation continued to have an effect for days afterwards. Can absolutely recommend the treatment 😊"

    Julia Tausch

  • "The Tuina massage treatment I received from Laetitia gives me a feeling of deep relaxation and soothing calm. I love the Qi Gong exercises at the beginning as well as the feeling of lightness immediately after the massage. Laetitia is a very positive person with a calm, infectious charisma. Together we developed a treatment plan to treat my pain and numbness in my forearms and tension in my upper back - I am convinced that this plan had a positive effect and my symptoms were significantly reduced. I am a regular client and enjoy the feeling of my body finding its balance again. Thank you, dear Laetitia, for your warmth, positivity, warmth and knowledge."

    Desislava Lazarova

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions about TCM treatments at LAE.

  • TCM considers the body, emotions, and lifestyle as a whole.
    Using methods such as acupressure, tuina massage, and qi gong, it supports the body's self-regulation - complementing conventional medicine.

  • No. Acupressure is usually gentle and individually tailored.

    Many people find the treatment pleasant and new - an unfamiliar but soothing form of touch.

    Individual points may be briefly sensitive -similar to acupuncture, but without needles and with you fully clothed.

  • The number of treatments varies from person to person. Initial changes may be noticeable after the first few sessions, while chronic conditions usually require longer-term care. We will discuss together what feels right for you.

  • A single treatment (75 minutes) costs CHF 130.

  • Yes. I am EMR-certified in acupressure. Many supplementary insurance policies cover part of the costs for complementary medicine. Please check your exact cost coverage directly with your health insurance provider.

Experience TCM in Basel: a first step towards greater well-being.

You are very welcome - whatever you bring with you.

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