Specialized Lymphatic Care, Massage & Esthetics
Welcome to Body in Balance ​​
Personalized care in Jacksonville and Little Rock, Arkansas
Whether you’re seeking postoperative support, lymphatic care, relief from everyday tension, or healthier-looking skin, your care should be tailored to you.
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At Body in Balance Massage Therapy & Esthetics, Melissa Cohen combines advanced training with attentive, personalized service to help you feel comfortable, supported, and confident in your care.
Care That Starts With You
Your goals, health history, and comfort guide every session. We’ll take time to discuss your needs, explain your options, and create an approach that fits you.
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Post Operative Manual Lymphatic Drainage & Aftercare
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Postoperative MLD & Aftercare - Face, Neck and Body
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Individualized support following cosmetic surgery, with attention to swelling, tissue firmness, comfort, and recovery. Care follows your surgeon’s instructions and clearance requirements.
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This is the Vodder method and not a sculpting session.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
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Immune System: Supports lymphatic circulation, an important part of normal immune function.
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Lipedema: May help reduce associated swelling, tenderness, heaviness, and discomfort.
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Lymphedema: Helps manage fluid buildup, reduce swelling, and improve comfort.
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Promotes relaxation and supports healthy fluid balance.
Massage
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From relaxation to focused work for everyday muscle tension, your massage is designed around your preferences, comfort, and goals.
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Focused care to support scar mobility and address tightness or discomfort around healed scars, with treatment tailored to the scar’s condition and your stage of healing.
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Customized Massage
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PreNatal Massage (must be out of first trimester)
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Microcurrent Point Stimulation
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Pain Management: Integrative pain therapy that combines ancient acupuncture, anatomical neurology, and fascia release.
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Scar Release Therapy: SRT applies DC microcurrent (Dolphin Neurostim-MPS) which penetrates deep into the body to release scar tissue and increase cellular metabolism, ATP and Protein Synthesis.
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Vagus Nerve Stimulation: MPS focuses on reducing stress in the sympathetic nervous system to manage chronic pain more effectively.
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Facials & Skin Care (Jacksonville)
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Personalized facial treatments including; dermaplaning, chemical peels, enzyme peels, acne treatments and masks to enhance and support healthy skin.
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RadioFrequency Microneedling: combines tiny, controlled micro-injuries with radiofrequency heat to stimulate collagen and elastin production, improving skin texture and firmness.
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Light Therapy: Targets, wrinkles, acne & pain
Two Locations to Serve You
Jacksonville, AR — Massage, Lymphatic Care & Esthetics
Explore personalized massage, MLD, postoperative aftercare, scar release therapy, facials, and skin care.
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Breckenridge, Little Rock — Specialty Care, Scar Therapy & Massage
Explore MLD, postoperative aftercare, scar release therapy, and customized massage.
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Not sure which service is right for you? Call 501-515-4324 for help choosing your next step.
Personalized care. Thoughtful attention. Time dedicated to you.
Come and "Find Your Balance"!
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Master Massage Therapist • Certified Lymphedema Therapist • Licensed Esthetician
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I believe effective care begins with listening. My goal is to create a welcoming space where you feel heard, understand your treatment, and receive my full attention.
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Training:
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Certified Lymphedema Therapist - Norton
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Certification in Manual Lymphatic Drainage - ACOLS
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Advanced Postoperative Cosmetic Surgery MLD & Aftercare - Aftercare Academy–Ireland
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Advanced MLD - Oncology Considerations for MLD - ACOLS
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Scar Release Therapy - Dolphin MPS
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Certified in Orthopedic Massage - The Center for Pain Management
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Licensed Esthetician - The Salon Professional Academy
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My oncology considerations training informs a thoughtful, individualized approach when reviewing a client’s cancer history and the suitability of MLD. Coordination with the treating medical team is part of care when needed.
MELISSA COHEN
Advanced MLD and Treatment Protocols for Postoperative Aesthetic and Cosmetic Plastic Surgery;
Qualified Therapist and Aftercare Specialist
Certified Lymphedema Therapist
Certified Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapist
Advanced MLD - Oncology Considerations for MLD
The Center for Pain Management
Certified in Integrated Manual Therapy & Orthopedic Massage
Find Your Balance
At Body in Balance Massage Therapy & Esthetics, we believe healing and wellness begin with personalized, compassionate care. From therapeutic massage and specialized lymphatic treatments to restorative skincare, our focus is on supporting your body's natural healing processes, nurturing healthy skin, and restoring balance.
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Testimonials
Customer Feedback:
I cannot recommend Melissa enough! I went in for a facial and she went above and beyond my expectations. She treated every single blemish with so much care and precision, and she even took the time to remove those stubborn little chin hairs (a lifesaver!). My skin has never looked or felt better—refreshed, glowing, and so smooth. Melissa is not only incredibly skilled, but she also makes you feel completely comfortable and pampered throughout the entire experience. Truly one of the best facials I’ve ever had!
- Happy Customer