Banya therapy is the use of three simple techniques that when used properly, can accelerate your health almost overnight by a quantum leap – the three different techniques are, moist heat, massage and essential oils, used during one session. Although banya was traditionally performed by a trained therapist, now you can perform banya yourself at home and get the same great results. Banya therapy originated in Russia, where it has been used for centuries. Historical references to Russian banya date back to 113 A.D.