FRESNO, Calif. ( KSEE/KGPE ) – From a small bedroom setup to a thriving beauty spa, Cindy Martinez has transformed her personal struggles with mental health into a haven of relaxation.
“I’m big on self-care because of all the things that I’ve been through. I’m like 60 minutes a whole month. It’s nothing, you know? Just come and then pamper yourself,” said Martinez. “Come relax, recharge, and then go back to doing your thing.”
For Martinez learning how to prioritize mental health and self-care started in 2019 when she struggled with postpartum depression.
In 2020 her anxiety became another issue because of the pandemic.
Her doctor prescribed benzodiazepine, and she quickly became addicted to the medication, something she says she wasn’t warned about by her doctor.
“I couldn’t function. I had body tremors. I have brain zaps, and it was all because of the meds,” said Martinez.
“So, I took a break, went into a rehab facility, came out of it, and I was really bad for two months. I couldn’t get out of bed. I couldn’t talk. I couldn’t walk. It was horrible”.