TCM for Stress in Basel:
Acupressure, Tuina & Qi Gong

Gentle relief from stress – Traditional Chinese Medicine techniques help regulate the nervous system and promote inner calm.

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How TCM can help with stress

Stress often arises from high demands in everyday life, mental strain, or a lack of rest periods. If the body is under constant tension, the nervous system can become unbalanced.

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) does not view stress as an isolated symptom, but rather in the context of the body, emotions, lifestyle, and external pressures. At the same time, stress is understood as a sign that the balance between activity and regeneration in the body has been disrupted. This approach also takes into account which meridians—functional pathways that connect different areas of the body— are involved and how tension is distributed throughout the body.

With my mindful 4-step method from TCM, including qi gong, acupressure, and tuina massage, I will guide you in calming your nervous system, releasing tension in your body, and setting new impulses for regeneration.

This allows the body to relax more easily and regain its natural balance.

Typical symptoms of stress

  • Inner restlessness – the feeling of never really being able to switch off

  • Tension in your neck, shoulders, or back —your body carries the weight of your mental stress.

  • Fatigue despite sleep – you rest, but you don't recover

  • Difficulty concentrating – your head is full, but you're not getting anywhere

  • Irritability or emotional exhaustion —everything is too much

  • Digestive problems or changes in appetite – your system is out of balance

How the 4-step method supports you

Structure for your inner balance

Acupressure Tuina massage preliminary talk

1 | Initial Consultation

Listen and understand

In a safe environment, we will work together to identify how your stress is currently manifesting itself. You can arrive, talk, and feel. We will define the focus of your treatment—tailored individually to you.

Qi Gong

2 | Qi Gong

Preparing the body

Gentle, intuitive movements bring you back into your body. Qi Gong opens up your energy system, calms your nervous system, and prepares you for deeper therapeutic work.

Acupressure Tuina Massage Basel

3 | Acupressure - Tuina massage

set the pace

Based on the TCM diagnosis, I select specific acupressure points and massage techniques that strengthen your system's ability to cope with stress. The treatment is carried out with mindful touch—always in dialogue with your body.

Acupressure Tuina massage follow-up talk

4 | Follow-up discussion

Integrate and strengthen

At the end, you will reflect on what has changed. We will discuss how you can deepen your experience in everyday life—e.g., with qigong exercises, self-administered acupressure, or nutritional tips for greater inner balance.

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Effects & benefits in cases of stress

How would your everyday life feel if you were at peace with yourself again—clear, centered, and calm?

When you feel reconnected with your body. When you can work with focus, without inner turmoil. When your sleep is restful—and you wake up in the morning with fresh energy.

This treatment helps you rediscover your rhythm, regulate your nervous system, and return to a sense of security and stability—physically, emotionally, and energetically.

Typical effects:

  • Deep relaxation and noticeable stress reduction

  • Strengthening self-awareness and inner stability

  • Harmonization of the autonomic nervous system

  • Better sleep quality, digestion, and concentration

  • Activation of the body's own resources (e.g., endorphins, oxytocin)

  • Supports emotional balance and regeneration

  • Burnout prevention through mindful stress regulation

What clients say

Experiences of people who have already used my Tuina massage in Basel and acupressure treatment in Basel.
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  • "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

  • "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 visit Laeti to find balance in my sometimes very intense working life, to clear my head, and sometimes to relieve certain physical tensions. Laeti's exceptionally empathetic, competent, and situational approach never ceases to amaze me, so I always book my next sessions right away. I would therefore recommend anyone to try Laeti's acupressure at any time!"

    Stephan Flückiger

  • "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

Perhaps now is the time to listen to your body.

If your body is signaling that it's time to put yourself back in the center of attention, then you've come to the right place.

You don't have to wait until it's no longer possible.

I am happy to accompany you - with calm, presence and a method that meets you where you are at the moment.

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

You are very welcome - whatever you bring with you.

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