I've wanted/needed a massage for two weeks and kept putting it off. The all-night headache finally motivated me to schedule an appointment. Yelp reviews motivated me to call Alternative Concepts! I was extremely thankful Shelly could get me in the same day. I appreciate therapist who keep one open appointment for "emergencies." It doesn't work for everyone, but I really appreciate it! It's not like I "schedule" my headaches. I try to get a massage every month, so this isn't something knew I decided to "experience." However, the thorough treatment as well as accomplishing the "goal" (relieve the headache!) was over the top! I told everyone it was in the top 3 best massages I've ever had....though I can't remember the other two, lol! The criteria that I'm using to give her five stars is: cleanliness, adequate pressure to get the job done, knowledge of the body/muscles, balanced conversation, overall experience. read more