Rebel Wellness West Des Moines

Discover what trauma massage truly is and why it’s more than just deep tissue or fascia work. Learn how trauma massage supports the nervous system, emotional safety, and lasting healing at Rebel Wellness in Valley Junction, West Des Moines. Every massage therapist works with muscles and fascia. Some use intuition. Others focus on relaxation or technique. But trauma massage? That’s a different conversation. Trauma massage isn’t about fixing or releasing someone’s pain. It’s ab

When Your Nervous System Feels Like a Rebel Understanding POTS and How Massage Can Help You Reclaim Balance At Rebel Wellness, we believe healing is a sacred rebellion. When your body starts to whisper or shout that something feels off, it is not betraying you. It is trying to communicate. Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, also known as POTS, is one of those conditions where the body’s signals can feel confusing, unpredictable, and exhausting. Let’s talk about what P

You feel it. The ache beneath the surface. The restless mind. The body that no longer listens. You want more than quick fixes. You crave a real, raw transformation. This is where holistic wellness coaching steps in. It’s not about band-aids. It’s about breaking chains. Reclaiming your power. Healing from the inside out. The Heart of Your Holistic Wellness Coaching Guide Wellness is not a checklist. It’s a living, breathing journey. One that honors every part of you - body, mi

The Truth They Don’t Tell You About “Wellness” I’ve seen it. I’ve lived it. When I was a W2 employee, I was bringing in nearly $3,800 a week in services. But my paycheck? Averaged around $800. Managers earning bonuses for hitting spa/salon goals. I was the one praised for my productivity. Top in retail sales. High booking rates. But in reality, I only made $15 an hour, $1 from every $100 retail sale, and 20% commission per session. Some places were better. Some were worse. Th

You crave relief. You seek calm. You want to feel alive in your skin again. Massage is not just a luxury. It’s a lifeline. A sacred ritual that reconnects you to your body’s wisdom. I know this because I’ve been there - tangled in tension, desperate for release. Today, I share with you the raw power of touch. The art of healing through massage methods for relaxation that honor your whole self. The Power of Massage Methods for Relaxation Massage is more than muscle manipulatio

The Hidden Cost of Low-Cost Massage and the Truth About Labor Trafficking in the Wellness Industry You’ve seen it before.The “$30 massage” sign.The walk-in special.The chain spa with deals that sound too good to be true. It looks like self-care.But sometimes, behind that price tag, there’s a cost you’ll never see. Across the United States, and right here in Iowa, labor trafficking and exploitation quietly hide behind words like “wellness,” “relaxation,” and “spa special.” Wor

You want change. Real change. Not the cookie-cutter plans that leave you drained and defeated. You want a fitness journey that listens to your body, your mind, your soul. A program that feels like yours —raw, sacred, and rebellious. This is about reclaiming your power. About breaking free from the noise and stepping into your own rhythm. Let’s get real. Your body is not a machine. It’s a living, breathing story. It carries trauma, wisdom, and strength. Your fitness plan shoul

You want change. Real change. Not the fluff that fades by next week. You want to reclaim your body, your mind, your spirit. You want to break free from the noise and find your own rhythm. This is where wellness coaching strategies come alive. They are not just tools. They are keys. Keys to unlock your inner wisdom and power. I’ve walked this path. I’ve felt the resistance, the doubt, the overwhelm. But I also found the fire inside. The fire that fuels transformation. Today,

You feel stuck. Tired. Overwhelmed by health advice that never quite fits. You want more than quick fixes. You crave a deep, lasting change. Something that honors your whole self - body, mind, and spirit. That’s where holistic wellness strategies come in. They don’t just treat symptoms. They awaken your inner wisdom. They guide you to reclaim your power and transform your health. This is not fluff. It’s raw, sacred, and rebellious. It’s about breaking free from outdated healt

You deserve more than quick fixes. You deserve a touch that speaks to your soul. A touch that untangles the knots of stress, trauma, and...

Sunday, or whichever day you choose to rest, should not just be another prep day to hustle harder on Monday. Your nervous system needs...

What Is Integrative Massage Scrolling through massage options in West Des Moines can feel like staring at a menu you cannot read. Deep tissue. Swedish. Hot stone. Prenatal. Lymphatic. It looks like you have to pick one lane. At Rebel Wellness we say no. Integrative massage is built on choice. It blends techniques so your body gets exactly what it needs that day. What to Expect at Rebel Wellness Every session starts with a conversation. What does your body need right no

You deserve to feel whole. To move freely. To breathe deeply. Massage is not just a luxury. It is a lifeline. A sacred ritual that...

A massage is not just hands on skin. It is an exchange of trust. For some people, that trust has been broken before. Trauma informed massage is about more than pressure, technique, or muscles. It is about safety. It is about creating a space where the body and the nervous system finally feel like they do not have to defend themselves. Why Trauma Changes the Body Trauma does not live only in memory. It lives in muscle tension, in shallow breathing, in restless sleep, in the wa