The Mind Spa
The Mind Spa is a private relaxation space designed to help you unwind and rejuvenate. Here, you'll find a variety of amenities to support your well-being. This unique campus experience is open to students, staff and faculty. Whether you need a quick break or a full hour to de-stress, the Mind Spa is here for you.
What's in the Mind Spa
Biofeedback System
Biofeedback software is a tool that measures and provides real-time feedback on physiological functions like heart rate and skin temperature. By using finger sensors, playing our biofeedback games helps you learn to control stress responses through relaxation techniques. Practicing these techniques in the Mind Spa can help you stay more relaxed during times of stress, improve focus, enhance emotional regulation, and more!
Buddha Board
Discover the wonder of the Buddha Board, inspired by the Zen philosophy of living in the moment. Simply dip the brush in water and paint on the surface, watching as your creation comes to life. As the water evaporates, your artwork will gracefully disappear, leaving you with a clean slate and a refreshed mind, ready for your next masterpiece. The Buddha Board is environmentally friendly, using only water—no ink, no paint, no chemicals.
DayLight Lamp
Rainy season got you feeling sluggish? Our DayLight therapy lamp can brighten your day, quite literally. Therapy lights are designed to provide a dose of bright natural-simulated light to improve symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Regular use can help boost energy, mood, and sleep patterns. Students may also check out portable blue therapy lamps from the Valley Library!
If you have bipolar disorder or current eye problems such as glaucoma, cataracts or eye damage from diabetes, please consult a healthcare provider before starting light therapy.
Full Body Massage Chair
Experience ultimate relaxation with our Osaki zero gravity full-body massage chair. This state-of-the-art chair is designed to relieve tension and stress and soothe aching muscles from head to toe.
Meditation Corner
Center yourself in this cozy space, complete with a traditional meditation cushion, meditation bench and tranquil touches like a Himalayan salt lamp and tabletop fountain. Mindfulness meditation offers many benefits including reduced stress, better focus, improved emotional regulation, and enhanced sleep quality. If you are new to meditation, use the provided guided meditation cards to get started.
Weighted Blanket
Experience the soothing comfort of a weighted blanket. These blankets provide gentle pressure, which can reduce anxiety, improve mood through its calming effects, help with sensory processing issues, and maybe even help you drift off for a power nap.
Appointment Information
- NEW! You may choose between a 30 or 60-minute appointment.
- The Mind Spa is popular and we want as many people as possible to have a chance to enjoy it. Please only schedule one reservation at a time and limit your visits to twice a week. There is more flexibility during breaks and summer.
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If you are more than 15 minutes late for your reservation, your time may be given to someone else. We understand that your schedule may keep you from arriving on time. Just let us know in advance and we'll be sure to hold your time.
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Remember, the Mind Spa is a single-user space, so only one person can use it at a time.
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To keep the Mind Spa clean and welcoming for all, please use the provided disinfecting wipes to sanitize any equipment you touch before you leave.
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If you're experiencing stress or symptoms of any mental health disorder, we encourage you to consult with your healthcare professional to address your specific needs before starting any self-guided stress management or treatment program.
We look forward to seeing you and hope you find the Mind Spa a rejuvenating and relaxing experience!