Day Dream Therapy is not your typical spa and they don't try to be. The staff (Lupe and Cynthia) is very knowledgeable in massage therapy and they take the time to listen to what you hope to gain out of each session. This was my first time going to them after hearing praises from my finance. After doing some research on their website, I decided to go with the family plan package. This was a great package versus their typical single sessions. I figured if I didn't like the massage my finance could use the rest. The office was a little hard to find since it's an office in a shared building and there's no sign of Day Dream Therapy on the outside of the building. I met with Cynthia, she took the time to interview me seeing what I was looking for, and the type of massage I needed. She really listened and applied her techniques during the session. I've had other massages before but usually leave feeling like how I came in. After Cynthia was done, I felt a lot less tense and overall looser. She used a lot of pressure, telling me when to breath to help with the massage process and checked up with me if the pressure she was applying may be too much. Afterwards she provides some great techniques using those stretch bands, such as how to tie it to my shoulders to pull my shoulders back while I'm at work and some band stretching techniques. She even talked about using those long round foams to stretch out the T muscles in my legs. Lupe provided me with additional tips to loosen the muscle tension in my legs and gave me a sheet with photos of the leg muscles I should be working on. Other pluses about Day Dream Therapy are, they use organic lotions that are scented or non-scented. I prefer lotions to oils, as my skin is very sensitive and break out easily. They even let you bring your own lotions or oils if needed. They create a relaxing atmosphere offering tea or water prior to the massage and background music was relaxing. The best part is that they use all techniques when necessary, such as hot stones, heating pads, cooling pads to numb the muscles when extra tension is required, steaming towels. Some massage places have packages for hot stone massages; here they use it when it's called for and not as a fad. Their web appointment system is easy to use. It's easy to see who's available during what time and they make it easy to pay everything online. The family plan package is automatically tracked and deducted when sessions are used. I booked my massage way in advance and even got a notice two days prior. read more

My wife and I came here not knowing what to expect since this was only our 2nd massage ever. Lupe and her staff were very professional and friendly. They really make you feel like you've known them for a long time! It is very relaxing and refreshing to actually find a good place that cares and pays attention to you. The reviews here are no joke. If you want a great relaxing experience without all the $$$$ frills of a big spa/salon, come here and get your money's worth. read more

Went there because of all the great Yelp reviews this place has. I have recently started stretch exercises and my muscles were sore, and I was generally feeling tired - their massage was quite relaxing! The dim, relaxed ambience of the massage room with soft music, is itself very soothing. And the place seems pretty hygienic too. Lupe is a very warm and friendly person. She has a very informative website with lots of useful information. I would definitely recommend this place. Worth the money!! read more

My husband got me a mommy massage at Day dream and I'm so glad he did! I'm 25 weeks and never had a mommy massage so i was both looking forward to it and also nervous at the same time. The moment i walked in i was greeted by my masseuse Chantelle. She was incredibly sweet and patient with me. I've had non pregnancy massages before so i knew the drill but Chontelle made me feel incredibly comfortable making sure i didn't have to take off what i didn't want to and if i wasn't comfortable with a certain position there was no problem with switching things up. She made sure the pressure was to my liking and unlike some masseuses that stay quiet the whole time, we spoke about my pregnancy and being a mother herself she gave me some great tips, i felt like i was getting a massage from a friend. I'm looking forward to booking another massage! read more

Drivers beware!!! I woke up with neck and shoulder pain so bad that I couldn't turn my head. But luckily, I was able to get an appointment same day with Veronica. She asked me what was bothering me and knew what had to be done. She was very thorough in the neck and shoulder region and she tailored the pressure to what I wanted. Very strong hands! I liked that she didn't just focus on one technique but incorporated different ones. I felt super relaxed during the massage and my muscles definitely loosened up that it didn't hurt as much when I moved my head. I even got a 15% discount for being a Kaiser member! Tip: You have to make an appointment 24 hrs in advance on their website because they charge in advance so call if you see an opening on the same day. Ask for Veronica! read more

I adore everything about Day Dream Therapy - Chontelle has been an amazing therapist since I started seeing her about 6-8 months ago. She consistently helps me feel comfortable at the start and checks in on focus areas; offers advice and at-home remedies/work for me based on my focus areas; and I always feel so much better when I leave! In addition to that, the ambiance is lovely (quiet, cozy, clean, friendly); parking is easy; scheduling is easy (online!). read more

Since Day Dreams had so many positive reviews on Yelp I decided to check them out. I've had a bad shoulder for the past 4 years and felt like my shoulder would always be bad. Now I feel like my shoulder is getting better and that it will be completely healed. Both Lupe and Pam are excellent at deep tissue. I felt very calm and relaxed at Day Dreams and they were both very professional. read more

I have 2 session with Peter. He is the best massage therapist I've ever had. I have a whiplash incident that causes a really bad tension around neck & shoulder. Peter is super professional. He listen carefully on my issues. He really works hard on my neck & shoulder problem area. The knots are loosen the last two sessions I've had. I am totally recommending him, if you are in serious pain & your doctor recommended massage therapy . I am planning to continue my therapy with him until my pain is lessen. Thank you Peter for being so good at what you are doing. I feel tremendous relief after 90 min session. read more

Finally decided I was long overdue for a massage, so I booked an hour at Day Dream Therapy. Chontelle was my masseuse and this was my text to my mother afterwards, "I just had the best massage of my life!" Yes. It was that good. Chontelle helped me work through some terrible stress and knots in my shoulders all the while talking me through the process and making sure I was distracted so I could breathe through the knots getting worked out. I learned so much about my body, where I hold my stress in different areas, and tips for when I am at work to better alleviate the strain I put on my body. I really enjoyed having a professional masseuse who truly cares about the whole being of who you are and doesn't treat you like just one more client that day. I cannot recommend her, Chontelle, enough!! I will be back soon!! One of the highlights for me was that I was never made to feel fat. I am at a much larger size these days and I felt completely comfortable the entire time. Thanks so much Chontelle! Just a reminder that they do have a small parking lot on the property just off Park, so you don't have to park on the street. p.s. Chontelle told me to never worry about shaving before getting a massage, she says it is actually better to do it afterwards. No more guilt about forgetting to shave beforehand. :) read more

I had an appointment today with Lupe for a 60 minute prenatal massage. Unfortunately, she called me about 2 hours before my appointment to say that she had an emergency and she will have her fellow masseuse Chontelle take care of me, which was totally fine with me. I just picked whoever was available on the online scheduling system (which I totally love! So convenient & easy to use). I arrived 20 minutes early to my session because I had a friend drop me off and once I got there, Ralph opened the door for me before I even got to it! He was very nice and polite, introduced himself, showed me the bathroom and offered me some water. He said that Chontelle was just coming back from lunch. My massage session was absolutely wonderful. Chontelle was very attentive to the places that were aching and she gave me great advice about prenatal and postnatal care. She always asked to make sure that the pressure she was using was okay when she moved on to another area, which was nice. Their pregnancy pillow is a wonder and felt so great to lay with my face down without worrying about squishing the little one! They even only allow 20 minutes to be in that position so as to not stress the body out. Overall a great experience! I didn't tip Chontelle as much as I wanted to because I didn't have change but I will definitely be coming back before I'm due and will compensate then! Thank you so much for a relaxing time!! read more

I have been going to Lupe for about 10 years now, I started when I lived in the area and now, almost 10 years later I still drive there from my home in Pinole to see Lupe. She is fantastic at what she does and takes the time to really listen to my wants and needs when it comes to my massage. I was in a very bad car accident years ago, cortisone and lidocaine shots don't help but Lupes' massages do!! She is the best at what she does, if she wasn't I wouldn't drive nearly an hour to see her. However, she is worth every single Penny. read more

I have visited Day Dream Therapy twice now, and am so happy to have found it. They are priced very well for a really top quality massage. I had Chontelle - she is not only a great masseuse, but is knowledgeable on related subjects (helpful stretches, etc), and is a very sweet person. I enjoyed talking to her. In addition to massage, I have also used the infrared sauna - best price I have found in the area for this service. I guess it is still not a very common thing, but I love love love them. Traditional steam saunas make me feel like I cannot breathe and will faint. Infrared is a dry heat and feels amazing. Almost as good as a massage, for less time and less cost. The business is located in a converted house. It is very well done, clean, pretty, and comfortable. Plenty of available parking in a small lot in the back, as well as on Park street out front. Do yourself a favor and book a massage with Chontelle. read more

I have found my massage therapist!!! Lupe is awesome- my massage was exactly what I wanted. She let me take a sauna at the end and that made the whole experience even better. I recommend her highly although she is already booked 3 weeks in advance, so the word is out. If you do choose to go here, you will be pleased. read more

Excellent service. Peter was awesome. Super relaxing environment and very clean. People seem to really care about what you need during your session. I gave away a couple of gift cards for massages and everybody was pleased with their sessions. read more

This place is amazing. I've had massages here from a few of the therapists and they've all been incredible, but was especially happy to have found Peter. He's intuitive in his massages. He seems to be able to sense what kind of pressure each part of your body needs. read more

If you are feeling stressed, overwhelmed or tense at all - you must go to Day Dream Therapy!!! I booked an appointment with Lupe and even the days leading up to it, she was so kind and concerned asking questions and making sure I'll be getting the right massage. Lupe was extremely knowledgeable in my problem areas and knew exactly how to heal them. She made me feel super comfortable and relaxed. I will definitely be returning here soon! read more

I was referred to Lupe by a coworker and haven't looked back since. She does a great job talking and finding out what your needs are...she makes sure to target the massage therapy to each client. I play sports several times a week and often my lower back really tightens up. It's always nice to be able to book an appointment online (sometimes day of) and get stretched out and loosened up for my next night of basketball or softball. read more

Hands-down, the BEST massage I've ever had!! I am absolutely in love with this hidden gem. I had a massage yesterday with Jen and I am still feeling so amazing! She has an amazing knowledge of the body, and was able to undo months and months of poor self-care. I feel like a new person, inside and out. I am so grateful to find this place, and I can't wait to come back!! read more

I took my boyfriend here for our 6 months as a surprise present cause he's been complaining for months that his body hurts and aches. I signed up for an appointment online. It was fast and easy. I was running late to the place cause there was traffic. Lupe was very understanding and still gave my boyfriend the full massage. He loved it and felt so energetic after. I would totally recommend this place if you want a real good massage. She asks for your preference and massage accordingly to your body. I would definitely come here again! read more

Wow! What can I say?! I wished I could have stayed longer. Getting to Day Dream was easy. It's located on the first floor in a big building marked with the address '2400' on Moorpark. There's no way you can miss it. Parking is easy as there is a big lot next to the building. As soon as I arrived, Lupe greeted me with a warm smile and asked how I was doing. From there, she spent some time in getting to know me and why I was coming in to see her. Once I told her what was bothering me and what parts of my body I'd like her to work on, she immediately brought me to the room, gave me time to get ready and started what she does best. The setting was modest and calm. I really felt relaxed and she applied perfect pressure (I tend to like the pressure a bit hard) and used great technique. The stretching is good too! I've had plenty of massages from different therapists and there's only a few I've been to that incorporate stretching into the session. Every now and then she would check on me to see how the pressure was and how I was feeling. After the massage, she spent more time explaining what she did to alleviate some of the tightness I've had and what I can to at home that would help. She really gives you a massage throughout the whole time you're scheduled for. There's not too many therapists that I've been to that do that. Usually, they'll stop 5-10 minutes before the session is over so you can get dressed and drink water. Not the case with Lupe. Other things I liked: - You can schedule an appointment online. It's quick and easy. - You get a reminder via email days before the appointment and also a call the day of. - Office is modest and private. Nothing too fancy or extreme. It made things feel a bit more personal and that helps in being more relaxed. At the end... you'll realize you've spent your money well. read more

I went to see Lupe for a number of reasons: (1) nagging chronic back pain (2) shin splints from marathon training (3) sore body from rigorous gym routine I really appreciate Lupe's approach toward helping me. Here is what I observed: - Her primary goal is the permanent treatment of the cause of the pain -- not just temporary symptomatic therapy - She has a very warm personality and a great sense of humor and is fun to chat with while being worked on - Paying is very convenient as she accepts PayPal, so I don't have to worry about bringing my checkbook or making a trip to the ATM - Almost forgot, she gives a great massage, and will tailor the intensity of the massage to your personal preference Thanks Lupe. read more

I have been to many massage places, and this was the only massage place I truly fell in love. I had two massages with Lupe, and one with Diana. Lupe was amazing. She has a wonderful personality that would make you feel at ease and heard as soon as you meet her. She has a strong human anatomy background. When her knowledge is combined with her many various massage techniques, she is able to find all the tight spots in my body and unkink all of those pesty little knots. Although Lupe's price was steep, she was the only massage therapist that I truly enjoyed and will keep coming back. I also took advantage of there gift certificate offer during the holiday season, and booked an appointment with Diana. Diana uses long, kneading strokes during her massage. I was so relaxed that I fell asleep on the table for a good amount of the massage. After the massage, I noticed that my feet were not swollen anymore, and I could fit in my shoes comfortably, Thanks Diana for working with me and help decrease the fluid collecting in my feet. read more

I recently came here because my boyfriend got me a gift certificate for Christmas. Thank you boyfriend for finding such a a great place for a massage! Peter was my masseuse and he was so great! Super friendly, funny, and never once made me feel uncomfortable. He was receptive to all my needs and asked me a bunch of questions before starting to ensure he knew what to focus on. I like light massages, and I'm pretty sure I was so relaxed that I feel asleep a couple of times. The place itself is really clean. You get that super relaxed feeling as you step inside with the calming interior and essential oil diffusers. Definitely recommend! read more

I love this place. They are professional and worth every penny. I have been going here for about 2.5 years. I started going for prenatal massages and they are the best for this. Then kept going for postnatal massages and now for recovery. Their booking system is pretty simple and easy to schedule and appointment or can call them. I recommend this place for providing a good calm, relaxing place and amazing massages. read more

I was referred to Day Dream Therapy by one of my mentors who raved about this place. I booked my first appointment with Peter, who came highly recommended! This was probably one of the best massage experiences I have ever had. I can see why my mentor raved about this place and Peter. Peter was very nice and welcoming. He lead the massage with an awesome question about what my favorite dinosaur was, which I thought was a great ice breaker and asked about any pains I had. I had a horrible knot in my right shoulder blade and after this massage I felt 100 times better. Peter even followed up with a personal email to make sure everything was good. I would highly recommend Day Dream Therapy as they are very professional and very customer service oriented. I know I will be back soon! read more

I have had a lot of massages from a lot of different therapists, and there are a few Super Stars that stand out, and Chontelle at Day Dream Therapy is one of them. I almost never have back pain of any kind, but days before a business trip I hurt my lower back and was significantly compromised in my range of motion: couldn't put on socks, couldn't bend over, it even hurt shifting my weight while standing. But I had to travel anyway. So I looked up massage therapists near San Jose, and luckily I found Day Dream, and luckily Chontelle was available. Not only was it an extremely good massage (read: she didn't feel the need to beat me up!), but also it actually helped. The real proof of efficacy of any treatment, even massage, is: did it help. And afterwards I could stand and put my socks on! I felt like I was at a healing revival and just dropped my crutches and ran around the tent! I was so far from that just moments before the massage. She was a total professional, and checked in with me all along the way on to make sure I was comfortable with the pressure and didn't get further injured. And it didn't end there, I got oil recommendations and "homework" for stretches. The therapist took a very keen interest in my post massage recovery. They even have good facilities for hot or dry sauna (I did 20 minutes of dry sauna before my massage - helped so much!) I will always come back to Day Dream Therapy when I'm in town. I wish I could take it with me on all my travels. read more

Boyfriend got massaged by Lupe and I by Cynthia for the couples massage for $220 (75min each). Boyfriend was very pleased and very relaxed after having seen Lupe. Cynthia did a great job on me as well using the Swedish technique. He and I were both on the verge of falling asleep near the end because it was so peaceful and relaxing. They did a wonderful job to work out our tension seeing as how both he and I sit at a computer almost all day long for work and school. We will definitely be coming back. =] P.S. to find the suite, go through the main AACI doors from the main parking lot and then make a right at the first hallway you see. The office is small at the moment, but they plan to expand soon. read more

I had my first massage with CYNTHIA last sunday afternoon. My friend Joan bought me and another friend gift certificates last christmas and I've been saving mine until now because I've been so busy with school, work, and volunteering. Now that finals were done, I figured PERFECT TIME! Cynthia was super sweet throughout the whole process. She helped book my appointment, greeted me when I arrived, and was so great during the massage. She made the whole experience relaxing and very calming which was exactly what I needed For Cynthia, I give her a 10/10. EVERYONE SHOULD ASK FOR CYNTHIA!! She's a sweetheart. read more

This (overdue) review is for Lupe: Professional, personable, and pretty! She is a specialist in therapeutic massage. I started seeing her last year and have been a loyal client ever since. Lupe really cares about her clients' needs and ensures that she does the best she can to help make them feel better physically and mentally. I've been to Lupe for regular and prenatal massage. She is superb at both! Better than my previous prenatal massage experience at _______ in Campbell. Nuff said. Now go see Lupe! read more

My husband and I had a couples massage earlier today and Emily gave the best massage I've ever had. We will definitely be coming back.

I thought a massage from a stranger would be creepy. Not so! Lupe made me feel very comfortable. She listened to my likes and dislikes and left me feeling like the most relaxed person on the planet. Just go! You won't regret it... :) read more

Day Dream is Absolutly my NEW FAVORITE place to go when i need a little pampering, you can get there a little early and go in the sauna, they have Magazine you can read in there, or bring your own! a nice 20 minutes in there is perfect! then you get a "tailored to you" Massage, ive been there a few times now and everytime gets better than the next! the survice is so OUTSTANDING! they all really go above and beyond to make you feel like YOU are only client YOU matter and to to me that is very important. I came in with Migrains and Nausa on my last visit, and Lupe, FIXED me right up! its was wonderful, and coudlnt be happier! cant wait for mty next visist, actually... think i might go book it right now! :) Hope this is helpful! XOXO thank you DAY DREAM therapy! read more

Day Dream Therapy - Just a little belated valentine from my favorite SPA!! Love day dream therapy!! - Massage Therapy Near Me - Carmichael , California

After months of deliberating whether to go or not, I finally decided to give Day Dream Therapy the honor of giving me my first massage. :) I called in, and a guy picked up. I scheduled for a 75 minute massage on a Saturday and asked the receptionist if I had to pay beforehand or on the day of the massage. He said I could pay on the day of. A few days before my massage, I got a phone call- explaining to me that I needed to pay at least a day BEFORE the massage. This gave me a bad feeling- did they not know their own policies??? When I came in to pay, the receptionist (a female, this time) told me that Lupe was going to be the only one in the office on the day of my appointment (I'm a little uncomfortable with having a male on location). This was also false. Fortunately, this was the only bad/unsettling thing. When I arrived (a little cautious because there was a male as a receptionist), Lupe greeted me warmly. She led me into one of the rooms and asked me some general questions so that she could help me with any issues I had. When she found out that it was my first time, she led me into another room, to give me the opportunity of trying out hot stones!!! :D Lupe did not disappoint!!! It felt sooo good, and the whole time, she was making sure that I was comfortable. We also chatted a bit, throughout the session. She also gave me some health tips, which I totally appreciate. It was fun; she kept it from getting too awkward. :) She also wiped off the hot oil so that it wouldn't get on my clothes. Next time I head over, I'm going to ask her to work on some key points. Looovvveeee!!! In essence, their receptionists need more training/know what the heck is going on, but the massage totalllyyy makes up for it. read more

I have had 2 wonderful prenatal massages while in my third trimester with Emily at Day Dream Therapy (and already have my next one scheduled!). She is incredible! Very attentive about where my aches and pains are and how I'm doing with pressure and comfort throughout the massage. I leave feeling totally relaxed from the top of my head to the tip of my toes. If you're like me and miss being able to lie on your stomach during a massage, the awesome pregnancy pillow contraption she has is a DREAM. My hour massages with Emily have been a sweet relief to the discomfort of the third trimester. I highly recommend seeing Emily for any pregnant ladies out there!! read more

I had a general health massage from Walter, and he was great. Communicated throughout the entire massage, consistently checked in to make sure that the amount of pressure was suitable, and gave me lots of options for areas to focus on. I would definitely go back again! read more

Had a great experience with Walter. Very knowledgeable and actually cared and focused on my problem areas. I like that he communicated throughout the massage, asking about which areas of my body were bothering me, and adjusting his technique accordingly. Would definitely go again. read more

I get all the 5 star ratings - this place is amazing! I got an hour-long prenatal massage, and Ralph was my therapist. Not only did he work out all the tension in my shoulders, back, and hips, but he also explained to me potential sources of my tension and gave me exercises/DIY massage tips to help keep it at bay. I've been trying them since, and so far, so good! My hip tightness has been nagging on me forever, and I realized just now that I've been approaching it from the wrong angle (I needed to do more quad/hamstring releases, not hip ones) and this is the first morning I woke up without soreness! He also gave me tips on pillow placement for sleeping with this big belly, and that has also helped me find some relief. I wish I went in sooner than 35 weeks! The other thing that was amazing to me was that he didn't really work me that hard (of course, he doesn't want to apply too much pressure to a pregnant woman's body), but he released all my tension just the same. I am definitely going back before due date - I'll need it!! read more

I just had my prenatal massage with Peter, and he did an excellent job. He was very nice and professional. The pressure was just right to get all the kinks out of my neck and shoulders and relax the rest of me. Their pregnancy pillow allowed me to lie comfortably face down on the massage table. I've tried other prenatal massage places, and so far it's only Day Dream Therapy that I will most likely go back to. I will probably get their family pack, which I think is a great value. read more

The best massage experiences I have ever had. I've been to Day Dream Therapy 4 times now and seen Chontelle on all occasions. I have chronic tightness and pain in my neck and shoulders and every time I see Chontelle, I walk out feeling relaxed and with my shoulders and neck looser and a hundred times less pained. She begins the massage by asking where I'm having issues to make sure she's focusing on the areas of greatest need and constantly checks in over the course of my massages to ensure the pressure is right. At the end she offers suggestions to alleviate some of the pain and tightness outside of massage-time (like when at work/home). All of the staff here are friendly, kind and genuinely care about their clients. Parking is easy in the lot and the online appointment scheduling is easy to use. read more

I had a massage from Emily today. I've had many massages and it was likely the best I've had. She was responsive to my requests and I felt like I had a great therapeutic treatment rather than just the usual massage, which is what I like and what made it feel really worthwhile. In addition, the admin organization and reminder emails were helpful. read more