This was my first experience with therapeutic massage and it was wonderful. I was in recovery from…read morea heart attack, pneumonia and suffering a gout attack when I saw Lorraine--just feeling crappy. She explained the philosophy and history of the process as she gave me the most relaxing and beneficial hours I have ever had. She uses the exact amount of pressure needed. I felt like a new person afterwards! She is highly professional, interesting and informative to chat with. Most highly recommended!

Lorraine is an intuitive body worker, and also adjusts her techniques and pressure to accommodate…read morewhatever issues I'm having at the moment. I work with my hands and have the expected chronic aches. I've had several different style massages from her and they've all been stellar experiences. I'm used to intense Thai massage and she's able to give me the same deep tissue healing in a much more relaxed pace (NO pain!). Physically and mentally restorative!

Milan is an Amazing Massage Therapist! Once you can…read moreactually book her. After my horrible experience in Brentwood at another Spa... Bodywork by Milan was worth the wait!! The location is in a nice area; the ambiance is something out of magazine (should've taken pics); her TOUCH is hands down therapeutic; while the different techniques she incorporates to provide a customizable session makes me a repeat! Every Certified Massage Therapist needs bodywork - Milan will forever be mine when I come to visit the Bay Area!! :) - Thanks Milan

Communication: Milan was easy to book with, Text friendly with reminders both texted and emailed…read more Location: Nice shared location spa with great atmosphere. Located near the beautiful lake merritt. Appliances: Jewel infused water to help balance out the chakras ;). Nice thick sheets for the massage table with a heater underneath. Comfortable face rest and and nice soft zen music in background with seems to be a Himalayan Bowl that makes a tranquil sound was played after massage was finished. Massage: Milan fuses a-lot of different modalities into one massage . But it felt like she has mastered Trigger Point therapy. Excellent rhythm and flow during the swedish and good stretch techniques. She takes into record what bothers you and your goals in the beginning of massage so she'll know what to focus on.. Overall: I recommend

When I was a kid and my parents, uncles or aunts would ask me to give them a back rub, I would…read morebegrudgingly squeeze their shoulders with my little hands until I got tired, and then I would resort to karate chopping them with my hands instead. I don't know if Kathleen's hands were tired the day I saw her, but there was a lot of chopping in my massage. To be fair, she is a very pleasant person to talk to and her massage did succeed in raising the level of endorphins in my body, making me feel pretty relaxed afterwards well into the next day. But never during or after the massage did I actually feel like I had had a massage! That is to say, when I pay for a massage, I do not just want to feel relaxed. I want to feel worked on. I want someone with knowledge of human physiology to get in between the nooks and crannies of my muscles and undo knots in a "it-hurts-so-good" kind of way. I mentioned at the start that I liked deep tissue massage, but that's not what I got from Kathleen. Her massage style is more based on the notion that "human touch is therapeutic in itself." That is to say, the simple act of having your body touched and rubbed by another person allows the body to heal itself. That's true to a certain extent. Like I say, I did feel relaxed afterwards. But endorphins go away rather quickly. Actual bodywork lasts for days at least. Throughout my massage, I kept on thinking to myself, "when is she actually going to start?" She uses very light and long strokes that works on the chemical level, but she doesn't do much by way of physical pain relief. My favorite part of her massage was when the had me face up on the table and she worked on my outer thighs and the top of my legs. As these areas seldom get attention, I figure they're particularly sensitive, but I hardly ever felt her when she was working on my back. Her studio is part of a yoga studio and there's a field outside the window where kids play. So for part of my massage at least, I could hear kids jumping and yelling outside. (Her studio is on Canal St., not on Magazine St.) Parking is not really an issue, although the lot is behind the studio and the street that serves as the most immediate path to the lot is one-way so you have to drive around the block to park. Finally, I should disclose that I was a little unhappy with Kathleen in a matter unrelated to my massage. I had booked a Saturday appointment with her for 1:30pm. The day before she texted me and asked if I could move my massage an hour earlier. That cut into my lunch hour, but I wanted to be accommodating so I agreed. The day of my massage lunch took longer than I had anticipated and so I was 30 minutes late for my 90 minute massage. When I got there I asked her if she would be willing to charge me just for the hour, but she refused. I understand that I was paying for time reserved so I don't begrudge her the fact that I had to pay for 30 minutes I wasn't there for - I was late after all. But I do begrudge her the fact that I was only late because I agreed to move my appointment to earlier and was willing to accommodate her but she was not willing to return the gesture for me. In any event, my personal disappointment with her does not affect my review of her massage skills and in fact if she had been a stellar masseuse, I would certainly go back. But I was underwhelmed by her massage. After the massage she didn't even invite me back in the future or tell me to drink lots of fluids. It was the first time after a massage that I felt like I was at the end of an awkward date. Very strange.

Ms. Currie is a topflight massage therapist…read more I have sought massage therapy to help with chronic back pain, so my standards are pretty high. Of the 2 sessions we've had, each gave me immediate and longer-lasting relief from the tightness in my shoulders and back. She also obligingly used the massage opil I brought with me without hesitation. She is pleasant and professional. She responded to requests for more pressure and lingering on trouble spots. My preference is deep tissue and facia release. I may go for lymph drainage to help with my medical condition. I can't say enough positive things about this wonderful healer except that I will seek her services again.

Yera is a very intuitive and gifted healer. She immediately found my issues and I felt immediately…read morebetter when I left. Trained in multiple modalities I highly recommend her to anyone with neck or back issues or just looking to relax. A+++

I have been seeing Yera for over 15 years now and she is simply the best in every respect--as a…read moremassage therapist and as a person. She knows her stuff; in fact, so well that she's also taught it at Delgado. I hope her young charges have listened to her. Accept no substitutes. Go see her.

Best Massage I've ever had. WOW! When I got of that table I felt so light and relaxed. (neck &…read moreshoulder tension was gone) I highly recommend Victoria. She knows what she is doing. Will be booking again soon. (once this quarantine is over) Will defy be doing the 90 minute session. Thank you Victoria.

I met Victoria through a friend. I am not a person who likes massages - I just.. have never been…read morethat person. However, I was frazzled and needed a massage, so I called and scheduled an appointment with her. The room was nice and dark with candles and soft music playing. The bed was nice, and the massage was incredible!!! You start on your stomach and she massages from head to foot; to toes! Then you roll over and she does the same. I have super tight shoulders, and while I don't like deep-tissue-anything, it felt so good to have some of the knots worked out. And it was not painful. Victoria specializes and is certified in a multitude of different types of massages, so it was amazing not having just the standard type of massage I almost fell asleep (or maybe I did?). She suggested other things to watch out for; she is not a medical professional, but through her training has learned about different symptoms that can affect the body. I will return to Victoria without hesitation. I hope you get a chance to experience her massages - they are outstanding!! Thank you, Victoria!

WHOA. I knew she'd be good, but Rachel is a "if I could give this 10 starts I would" kind of a…read moremassage therapist. Massage therapy is something important to my health and wellness routine and I regularly get massages. I'm lucky to say I've gotten hundreds and hundreds of massages - particularly in the places I lived (SF and NYC). Rachel is a top 10 for me. She knows her sh** and she's not just good at giving a massage, she's good at understanding what you need (and want). I asked her to work out the pickleball knots in my arms, shoulders back and she delivered. Thanks Rachel! I'll be back when I'm in town!

Best massage I've ever had in my life! Rachel listened to me and really worked on the areas…read morebothering me. Highly recommend!

I travel a lot, trains, planes and automobiles... and I stand up a lot for work as well. 12,000…read moresteps / day pretty much! For me, self-care is vital. So, I decided to call for a mobile massage in my home. I have a few injuries that need on-going care so I can feel at my best in my travels and meetings. I fell upon Laurie's website. I am extremely picky with the massage therapists I meet along my journeys, some of them not even spending 10mn on my areas of concern, because all they know is their routine. I could feel that Laurie's massage was carefully crafted and customized to my needs. She went above and beyond with wonderful insights. She was intuitive, compassionate, and understanding of my stress level, and immediately knew what she needed to do so I could prepare for a long week ahead. Her massage therapy session was top notch, with high quality essential oils to soothe my mind and body. I could feel that her hands were somehow guided to my areas of concerns. Angelic experience! Thank you Laurie. To be cont'd.

I only giving a bad review to make a point . I called the number listed five times and it went…read morestraight tot voicemail . Naturally, I left two voicemails and nothing . No call back Nothing . I was excited due to all the good reviews and so called credentials, but the customer service Is Obviously lacking .

Amazing experience. Jessica took the time to listen to my concerns before beginning any treatment…read moreon me. She understood the issues I was having and made sure to concentrate on the troubled areas. The office was convenient to get to. The room was very welcoming. Her use of alternative treatments such as hot stones and cupping was also a great experience. I highly recommend Jessica with Body Therapy. Her magical hands will leave you relaxed and pain free.