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Mental Health Benefits

Phototherapy improves mental health by tackling inflammation in the body. There is increasingly more research about inflammation and its role in our health.

Phototherapy in Denver, CO

We are pleased to utilize phototherapy as a research–backed, safe way to improve mental health.

Mental health issues are on the rise worldwide, causing concern among medical professionals, teachers, and the general public. There is no singular culprit behind mental health issues, nor is there a one-size-fits-all cure. At the same time, there are many treatment options that can help alleviate symptoms for those struggling with their mental health. Learn more about mental health and discover how phototherapy in Denver, CO can play a role in a comprehensive mental health treatment plan.

Mental Health Benefits of Phototherapy

About Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder

Depression and seasonal affective disorder (SAD) can have serious impacts on quality of life. Depression, also called major depressive disorder, can cause a loss of interest in hobbies and activities, feelings of sadness, trouble sleeping, loss of energy, and more.

Those with SAD often experience the same symptoms as those with depression. However, SAD is a condition that only occurs in the fall and winter months because it is triggered by the decrease in daily sunlight. Because sunlight governs the brain’s circadian clock and the circadian clock impacts various other systems in the body and brain, this seasonal decrease in sunlight can do serious harm to the mental health of many individuals. Those with SAD may experience symptoms that include:

  • Low energy
  • Irritability
  • Difficulty focusing
  • Changes in sleep patterns
  • Feelings of sadness or hopelessness

Fortunately, there are promising treatment options available for both SAD and major depressive disorder.

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Mental Health Benefits of Phototherapy

How Does Red Light Therapy Impact Mental Health?

Red light therapy, also known as phototherapy or photobiomodulation, involves applying specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light to the body. These wavelengths painlessly penetrate the skin and stimulate cellular processes. By activating cells to produce more ATP, or cellular energy, red light therapy can have exciting impacts on many of the body’s functions.

Red light therapy works in several ways to alleviate symptoms of depression and SAD:

  • Regulate circadian rhythm: The brain’s circadian rhythm is responsible for sleep patterns, but also for hormone regulation, proper digestion, and many other functions. Phototherapy has been shown to help regulate the body’s internal clock, allowing for better sleep and more efficient hormone regulation.1
  • Reduce inflammation: Red light therapy can help reduce inflammation throughout the body, alleviating chronic pain and allowing for improved brain function. Chronic pain and depression often go hand in hand, so reducing inflammation can play an important role in breaking cycles of depression.
  • Boosting energy: By increasing cellular energy, red light therapy can improve cellular function and make individuals feel more energetic. Having more energy makes it easier to participate in activities that have been shown to alleviate the symptoms of depression, such as physical exercise. Red light therapy can also help boost overall mood.
  • Balancing hormones: Hormones such as serotonin and melatonin play an important role in mental health. Red light therapy can help normalize the production of these hormones in the brain, promoting mood elevation and wakefulness in the daytime.

Red light therapy alone is unlikely to cure depression or SAD. However, properly administered phototherapy can play a role in breaking difficult cycles of poor sleep and low energy. Working with a medical team to determine the best steps for alleviating the symptoms of depression and SAD is critical.


1 https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/light-therapy-not-just-for-seasonal-depression-202210282840

Recover. Restore. Renew.

Contact us today to schedule your free session of phototherapy in Denver to boost your mental health.

Recover. Restore. Renew.

Contact us today to schedule your free session of phototherapy in Denver to boost your mental health.

Light Therapy

Why Light Therapy

Light Therapy (or Photobiomodulation) is a non-invasive treatment that decreases oxidation, lowers inflammation, and helps your body stay healthy at the cellular level.

Clinically Proven

Over 500 clinical trials and over 4,000 laboratory studies have proven Light Therapy to be effective with no side effects. It can improve performance and heal tissues to treat the source of pain.

FDA Approved

Light Lounge™ uses only FDA approved medical grade light beds to ensure that you get the best treatment available on the market.

Client
Testimonials

"The Light Lounge has been my savior. I had a bad ski accident about two years ago and I wasn't healing well. By the 5th session the pain was gone."

Lisa Marie

"I was referred to Light Lounge by my physical therapist, I would absolutely recommend this to family and friends."

Cathy

"I have been coming to Light Lounge almost every day for two years. The joint pain I used to get in my shoulders is gone."

Gerda

"I have had issues with my blood pressure for a little over two years. It comes down for about 3 days after I have been to Light Lounge."

Ann

"In the last year and a half I have had two knee replacement surgeries on the same knee. I had been frustrated with my pain and recovery, that's when I found Light Lounge. I no longer have to strongly rely on my opioid medication."

FAQs

When light that is in the red, near infrared, and infrared spectra is applied to the body, inflammation and pain are decreased, and healing is accelerated. Light therapy does this by reducing excessive oxidative stress at the cellular level with no documented nor reported negative side effects.

From folks who are suffering from chronic pain (light therapy can alleviate pain without drugs) to people who want to get more out of their training (light therapy can help increase performance and decrease recovery time).

Clinical trials and 4000 laboratory studies demonstrate that light therapy (also called photobiomodulation) has no negative side effects. It has been proven to heal soft tissue injuries, help with TBI, relieve pain without using harmful drugs and painkillers. For more evidence based information please see our BLOG.

To book the therapy session, please click here and schedule your time. First session is FREE!

Light Lounge is now in several locations! Please visit our Locations Page to see where you can visit a Light Lounge.

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Find Trustworthy Phototherapy

While there are many options for red light therapy equipment on the market, they are not all equal in terms of effectiveness. Proper red light therapy requires an exact wavelength and a precise application technique. In order to avoid wasting time and money, finding a reputable provider for phototherapy is crucial.

Light Lounge only uses FDA-approved, clinically proven processes and equipment. Highly skilled professionals provide the correct services with precision and care in order to deliver the best possible results. See how red light therapy can boost the outcomes of your mental healthcare plan.

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Hear From Our Customers

  • Charles C.
    Red light therapy is great for lowering my inflammation, aiding in pain relief and rejuvenating my skin. I love getting my red light therapy at Light Lounge in Denver, CO. Savannah is very helpful at explaining all of the benefits. 10/10 recommend.
  • Mary G.
    The therapy was very relaxing and soothing to a recent injury. The staff is highly professional and well-versed in the benefits of the experience. Highly recommend for inflammation, injury, anxiety, etc.
  • Pamela F.
    Friendly, clean, helpful!
  • K&D .
    When my partner and I first began to use Light Lounge it was clear to us that it is great place to experience red light therapy. Gunner, and Savannah, the owners are customer service oriented, friendly and very, very knowledgeable. The red light equipment is top notch. The facility is very clean, and very beautiful. The one hitch (which they are working on fixing) is that there is no assurance that an after-hour appointment a customer has booked will be honored. We have booked appointments for specific rooms after hours, only to find that “walk ins” are in the rooms, using the equipment, and refuse to leave so that we can use our appointments. Two of the “walk ins” were quite aggressive, and claimed that the system was “first come, first served”, which it is NOT. There is no management around after hours to deal with this situation, which is galling and pretty frustrating… Because of this, we (reluctantly) canceled our membership until they are able to solve this problem.
  • Daniel S.
    When my partner and I first began to use Light Lounge it was clear to us that it is great place to experience red light therapy. Gunner, and Savannah, the owners are friendly and knowledgeable. The red light equipment is top notch. The facility is very clean, and very beautiful. The one hitch (which they are working on fixing) is that there is no assurance that an after-hour appointment a customer has booked will be honored. We have booked appointments for specific rooms after hours, only to find that “walk ins” are in the rooms, using the equipment, and refuse to leave so that we can use our appointments. Two of the “walk ins” were quite aggressive, and claimed that the system was “first come, first served”, which it is NOT. Because of this, we (reluctantly) canceled our membership until they are able to solve this problem.
  • John K.
    Fantastic experience. Feeling calm and less back pain.
  • Jennifer M.
    Love this place! Chic, clean, well functioning beds. Love the all hours option. Owner, gunner, is great as well - friendly and accommodating.
  • Jane S.
    This place is amazing!! If you are questioning whether red light therapy really works, I assure you it does!! About two years ago I quit running because my hip would flare up every time I would run. This year I was determined to get back into running, so I started to research different therapy solutions and came across red light therapy and this is how I found Light Lounge. I figured I would give them a try and I’m so glad I did!! I honestly have never felt better. My hip flexor almost never flares up anymore. I now train consistently AND just completed my first marathon!! On top of that the owners are so wonderful!!! Both Savannah and Gunner are super sweet, helpful and amazing!! If you are debating on trying them, just give it a chance! Definitely made a huge difference for me and my running!!
  • D'Lornn M.
    Wow… this red light is amazing! Definitely would recommend this to EVERYONE. Savannah took great care of us! Thank you
  • Jane W.
    I have been going for three weeks now and I have to say it is the best thing I have ever done for myself. I have never been able to sleep and now I sleep like a baby. I would highly recommend giving it a try. Savannah and Gunner are extremely knowledgeable and so helpful and very accommodating. I have met several of the other clients and they all rave about the outcome. All I can say is go try it. I will be a client for life.
  • Christina B.
    After 5 sessions I am noticing reliefm
  • Gunner V.
    Light Lounge's L3 pods were developed to harness the healing power of light to deliver effective treatments to the body. It's a quick and effective treatment that helps activate your body's natural renewal system to reverse the effects of aging while restoring a younger, healthier appearance. Light therapy helps with collagen production- think: fine lines and wrinkles, acne, etc. Helps with joint mobility. Helps with pain. And so much more! With over 50 protocols to choose from, Light Lounge Denver has treatment regimes tailored specific for you.
  • Hannah R.
    Great experience here - everything is very clean. I was considering buying a red light therapy mask but decided against it in favor of Light Lounge and I'm glad I didn't waste money on a mask (that new studies have revealed are mostly ineffective). The beds here are amazing with lots of different options for light cycles. Super easy to do a walk-in and rarely ever waited more than a minute or two for a pod to open up.
  • Rita U.
    Beautiful, state of the art facility and Gunner is extremely helpful , knowledgeable and caring. Their beds are wonderful and their handheld devices are medical grade.
  • Jane R.
    So far, a wonderful experience with good people, clean and inviting environment and release of stress. I look forward to more sessions!
  • Claudia M.
    Super excited to be a member at Light Lounge - I have been researching the benefits of red light but had not yet found a way try it affordably. Light Lounge Denver is clean, has high-quality red light beds and, for me, checks even more boxes as it's owned and run by a family who are wonderfully welcoming and helpful. I have thus far been in a handful of times and I SOOO look forward to my sessions, relaxing and healing and I swear I am starting to notice a slight improvement in muscle soreness. I highly encourage anyone who is curious about red light to pay a visit to Light Lounge Denver and give it a try. Membership is affordable and with the added bonus of after-hours access for members - very convenient no matter your schedule. Go see Savannah and Gunnar - they will take good care of you!
  • Michael D.
    What's important to you? For me, it has always been my health. Prime example is that in 1997 I, my restaurant Health Emporium was featured on World News Tonight for being one of the first fully exclusive "Organic Restaurants," in the U.S. Whereas, heretofore and literally always working 60+ hours a week since 19, maintaining my health in all phases has been of most importance. Insomuch, and not withstanding, having TBI, courtesy of ACDC (MFS), having been hit by a car while jogging; then dragging my left leg home 4.5 miles (didn't carry phone, don't still), as well as breathing Radon and other gases per SAPSS of Adams county most would be dead. I have stories per the aforementioned. One of the other things that is important to me, and goes back to me being an Executive Chef of legitimate 4 Star 4 Diamond restaurant's at 23, is supporting local businesses. 8th June ready too take my body through the next phases, I signed up with Savannah locally owned "Light Lounge," on 8th and Colorado Blvd. They are working with NFL players per TBI, inflammation, those as myself who have Chronic Pain, Migraines, Cluster Headaches etc... this list can go on :( Nevertheless, Savannah along with Dave met me at the front door with positive energy and knowledge. Savannah walked me through the stages of "Red Light Therapy," what would be best, and besides the Radon how to overcome the other Traumas I've had to endure per the SAPSS. 15:00 minutes is the average time per session. Again, having documented TBI, I am very light sensitive. In which they had to types of glasses for reduction of light, I didn't need them. After my session, Savannah, Dave (PT, as my daughter R), spoke a bit about the many traumas inflicting me. This is what separates locally owned from chains, customer service! Literally Dave took us to the back where they had other machines for trauma. I don't remember the name, but Dave set me up with a large vibration machine. Knowing I've had 6+ surgeries on my left leg, he begun to break my tension up in my legs. I cannot give enough kudos to the Very Exceptional Experience and knowledge that Savannah and Dave shared with, and executed on me. Many know my thoughts on the Universe, per Conciousness, Energy and Vibrations. Thus, the way that I feel today, I would mist definitely Recommend Light Lounge on Colorado Blvd, if you are experiencing almost any type of Trauma, PTSD, have anxiety or just need to rejuvenate your skin. Please tell Savannah, and Dave that I (Michael Diluviaria) recommended you, in apt for a even better experience. Call Savannah between Monday and Saturday to book your 1st, of many appointments. Let's get healthy as a community. Blessings Michael D.
  • Joseph D.
    Light Lounge Denver is next level when it comes to technology, education, and experience. Gunner and Savannah are authentic, knowledgeable, and personable with their business. You can tell it’s family owned and operated because of how much care they have for their clients. There is no upselling, just a pure joy to help people feel better, manage their pain/ stress/ inflammation, and overall wellbeing. I came everyday while I was visiting Denver and I would definitely make it back the next time I’m in town. I’m pretty familiar with red light therapy, but I had never seen a business be so focused to providing access to top tier next level technology (that even I didn’t know about) at such an affordable price point. One of the most beautiful parts of my experience at Light Lounge was seeing the older cliental using light therapy, and hearing their genuine appreciation and success after their treatments. I came to Denver from Canada for very intensive and physically painful bodywork rehabilitation at Milo Bodywork & Thai Massage, and I couldn’t have had all the success from my appointments without Light Lounge’s help! Give them a shot and you won’t regret it. Gunner and Savannah were extremely kind to let me demo a new technology they were working with, which I forgot the name of! It was something like an industrial Theragun, but 1000% better and more advanced. Hopefully they can add the name in the comments. Thanks again!
  • Michael T.
    Savannah gave an excellent description of the equipment and services offered. She was very professional and knowledgeable. The Light Pod used for the treatment was spacious and very well made. My first treatment was surprisingly effective and very relaxing. My wife also had a treatment and expressed similar comments about the treatment and its effectiveness. We both highly recommend the treatment !
  • Lynn H.
    Great first visit!

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