Totally get what you mean about the vibe. I started playing soft nature sounds and dimming the lights before they even lay down, and it makes a huge difference. It's like the client's brain gets the signal to switch off before you even touch their skin. Honestly, it makes me think about what @sean_murray said, because if you skip that setup, you're missing a key step to help them actually receive the treatment. They might think they just want the procedure, but their nervous system needs that transition time to really let go.
That "nothing else" part reminds me of my friend's client, @sean_murray. They always rushed through the talk and only cared about getting the procedure done.