Next, you will be asked to remove your clothing and jewelry. You will be asked to lie down on the massage table under the sheet. The massage therapist will leave the room to provide privacy while you undress. The massage therapist will always knock and receive an "okay" before entering the room, and then the massage will begin. Your Essential massage therapist respects privacy and boundaries at all times. A sheet and/or towel is provided for draping prior to and during the massage. During the session, the massage therapist will uncover only the part of your body being massaged. Modesty is respected at all times and blankets are available for extra warmth. Comfort, trust and respect are the first steps toward relaxation.

The massage takes place on a comfortable padded massage table. The massage therapist will ask you to position yourself either on your back (supine), on your front (prone) or side lying on the table. The table will have attachments and cushions, such as a face rest (which allows you to lie in a face down position without turning your head or neck) and a bolster (for under the back of your knees while supine). If you'd like the attachments adjusted, just ask the massage therapist.