Connecticut Shoreline · Relaxation
Massage for Anxiety and Sleep in Branford, CT
From $85 · 45 to 90 minutes
Calming Swedish and aromatherapy massage for stress, anxiety and poor sleep at Branford River Spa, 249 East Main Street in Branford. From $85 for 45 minutes. Quiet or silent, scented or unscented — your call. Serving Guilford, Madison, East Haven, North Branford, Short Beach, Stony Creek and New Haven.
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Branford River Spa, 249 East Main Street, Branford, CT 06405 · Mon–Thu 9:30am–7:00pm, Fri–Sat 9:00am–6:00pm, closed Sunday.
Relaxation massage prices in Branford, CT
- Relaxing Swedish Therapeutic Massage (45 Min) — 45 min · $85 Gentle, unhurried
- Relaxing Swedish Therapeutic Massage (1 Hour) — 60 min · $109 Our most booked
- Aromatherapy Massage — 60 min · $119 Calming essential oils
- Relaxing Swedish Therapeutic Massage (90 Min) — 90 min · $155 Deep switch-off
- The Wellness Pod — 30 min · $65 Warmth, sound and vibration
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Slow, warm and predictable
For anxiety and sleep, pressure is not the point — rhythm is. A relaxing Swedish massage uses long, slow, repetitive strokes that give your nervous system something steady to settle into, which is why so many guests fall asleep on the table and sleep properly that night.
Start at $85 for 45 minutes or $109 for the full hour. If you want the deepest switch-off, the 90-minute Swedish at $155 gives your body enough time to stop bracing.
Say what you need — we will set the room for it
Quiet or music, lights out or dim, conversation or none at all, scented or completely unscented. Tell your therapist at the start and that is how the hour runs. Nothing about the session has to be a surprise.
Aromatherapy Massage at $119 adds calming essential oils, and 30 minutes in The Wellness Pod at $65 layers gentle warmth, sound and vibration if you would rather not be touched at all that day. Serving Branford, Guilford, Madison, East Haven, North Branford, Short Beach, Stony Creek and New Haven.
Why guests choose Branford River Spa
Sleep Focused
Slow rhythmic Swedish strokes.
From $85
45 minutes, published pricing.
Scented or Not
Completely your choice.
Silence Welcome
No conversation required.
249 East Main Street
Quiet rooms, free parking.
Evenings to 7:00 PM
Monday through Thursday.
Frequently asked questions
Does massage help anxiety?
Many guests find slow rhythmic massage lowers the physical side of anxiety — shallow breathing, clenched jaw, tight chest — and sleep improves that night. It complements, rather than replaces, medical care.
How much does it cost in Branford, CT?
Swedish massage is $85 for 45 minutes, $109 for an hour and $155 for 90 minutes. Aromatherapy is $119 for an hour.
Can I ask for no talking?
Absolutely. Tell your therapist at the start and the room stays quiet the whole session.
Can you leave out the essential oils?
Yes. We keep unscented options for guests sensitive to fragrance — just note it when you book.
Is it normal to fall asleep?
Very. It happens constantly here, and it is a good sign your nervous system let go.
What are your hours?
Monday to Thursday 9:30 AM to 7:00 PM, Friday and Saturday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Sunday closed.
Related treatments
- Swedish Massage — One hour, $109.
- Aromatherapy Massage — One hour, $119.
- The Wellness Pod — 30 minutes, $65.
- Stress Reduction Package — 90 minutes, $175.
- Headache Relief — Cranial sacral, $120.
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