Boulder Body Balance with Dr. Elif is absolutely exceptional. The level of care and expertise she…read morebrings is the highest I've experienced anywhere in Boulder. Dr. Elif is a true lifetime learner. She brings a rare combination of deep knowledge, compassion, and intuition to every session. She takes time with each client, not only to provide incredible treatment but also to educate and empower you about your body and condition. Every session feels uniquely tailored, sometimes including acupuncture and cupping, sometimes gentle massage or womb work, and often thoughtful support around supplementation. Her work is both art and science, deeply grounding and restorative. Even when my Oura ring shows I've been in high stress all day, within 20 minutes of a session with Dr. Elif, I'm in full restorative mode. She's an intuitive, gifted healer who truly cares. If you're looking for acupuncture or holistic bodywork in Boulder, don't look anywhere else. Dr. Elif is the best there is.

Wow. About eight…read moremonths ago the woman that I love developed a nerve condition known as trigeminal neuralgia. TN is an incredibly debilitating disease that affects the trigeminal nerve, which comes from the brainstem and ends up covering one half of your face/eye socket/cheek. It's often called the "Suicide Disease" as the pain from it will drop you to the floor wishing for death to mercifully take you. M was desperate for relief. She described the pain as having ice picks in her eye, both straight on and from below. She'd tried western medicine for relief and was scheduled for brain surgery to basically kill the nerve. That came with very high risks, but she was in such pain that she was willing to give it a try. On the recommendation of a friend, she decided to try Elif and her amazing talents and knowledge. Had I not witnessed this myself, I would be skeptical, but folks out there in Yelp-land, this shit is real. M is without pain now for a majority of the time, and when it is present it is tolerable. Dr. Elif treated with changes in diet, supplements, and acupuncture sessions. M's life is back and she couldn't be happier! She's back to work, life, and love! We owe Elif and her practice credit for making such a life changing impact on the both of us! She's the real deal! Thanks Elif!!! Ken Hutchison 720-425-2407

Kat was wonderful. She provided gentle but effective foot massage. Her attention to detail and…read moreknowledge of anatomy is excellent. Next she provided Bowen therapy treatment for a nerve and muscle reset My first experience with that modality but it wont be my last. I made sire to book my next session. Before leaving. Go see this woman! You will be better for it.

It will be hard to write an accurate review of Kat Shea's healing arts without sounding like a nut…read morejob, so I won't even try to temper my language. Here goes: OH MY GOD, if you go to Kat Shea just for JUST a massage, you'll miss the important stuff. Sure, you'll get the best massage you've ever had, but to get the full benefit of this remarkable woman's talents, you must go with the anticipation that there is more to being healed than manipulation of sore muscles, and you must be fully willing to open yourself up like the lid of life's essential elixir itself. Let go and let her do her thing. If you are able to do that, then you will leave not just with relaxed muscles, but with an inner peace you didn't know you had. She quite possibly (if you're lucky) will change your life. Although it's like asking Chopin to play chopsticks, if all you want is a massage and none of that other mumbo-jumbo, go ahead and do that. She's an extraordinary healer.

If you're booking through ClassPass, don't bother. I booked 5 days in advance and when I came on…read morethe day of my appointment nobody was here and it was closed (not to mention the place was hard to find to begin with). I called the number three times and no one picked up. This was all fine except that they were listed as OPEN during this time Ridiculous. Maybe the Thai massage is worth it but ClassPass users be aware and find somewhere else more established

Best bodywork I have ever had. I had a session with Zukka--the hot herbal compress, adding extra…read morepressure. It was amazing. It was a very cold day and the room was warm and the table heater was on. This was my first time here and Zukka met me promptly and explained the treatment I had booked. It was a wonderful combination of stretching and massage with the hot compress and oil. I moved to Boulder last year and I have found my go-to massage practitioner. I highly recommend.

First time getting a traditional Thai massage so I didn't know what to expect. I came out of there…read morelike a new person. I loved the stretches and deep pressure points. Will definitely be coming back again. The membership idea is great and very personable!

Excellent and knowledgable Thai Massage therapy. Beautiful room and environment. Appreciated the…read moresensitive yet firm pressure and care with a chronic muscle injury I have to be careful with. Felt amazing afterwards for days. Thank you, hope to be back again.

I received a 60 minute deep tissue massage from Angela D. today and it was the most amazing massage…read moreI've ever had! It felt like my soul left my body. I had a lot of neck, shoulder and back stiffness for quite some time, and I feel completely rejuvenated and relaxed after my massage with Angela! The space is also very clean, tidy, and quiet! There's also ample parking. I recommend adding on aromatherapy to your massage, as it really heightens the experience. I'll definitely be back!

Today I had a fantastic full-body massage with Denise. She asked about any particular areas that…read morewere problematic or injuries that she should be aware to address or "avoid". These are all basic questions but extremely important. There were certain muscle groups within my back region that I mentioned, and she really found the trigger points, and spent an appropriate time, while still working on other quadrants within the whole body massage. She took a lot of time massaging my scalp, forehead and back of neck and shoulders, while I laid on my back. Sooo nice and soothing. Thank you, Denise! That was the best massage I've ever had, (and I promptly scheduled another massage with Denise during my next visit to Erie CO). My daughter is scheduled for a prenatal massage this weekend. She told me that the owners were so nice on the telephone when she schedule my visit. This was our first experience with The Body Bar, and she's happy that I enjoyed my "birthday gift", and glad that I had a great experience. Tom - Pittstown NJ

I am so grateful that Monica has her acupuncture practice here in Boulder. Many years ago....20+…read moreyears actually, I discovered that acupuncture was something that could relieve my severe chronic pain. I have been to several acupuncturists in the Boulder area over the years--all were good--however Monica is beyond excellent. She focuses at the beginning of each session on determining exactly what the patient needs--her diagnosis is detail-oriented and flawless, because she is a keen observer and actually listens to her patients. Once the needles are in, she leaves the patient to relax in a peaceful room comfortably listening to relaxing music. When necessary, she utilizes other things such as moxa, Chinese Herbs, and other effective treatments. It is such a gift to have an acupuncturist who really cares!

After contemplating acupuncture for many years, but resisting because I was, okay, I'll admit…read moreit.....scared of needles, I found myself disillusioned with traditional medicine and wanting to try something different for my stress as well as back and neck pain. I was referred to Monica at Boulder Family Acupuncture, and I am so glad I overcame my apprehension and made an appointment with her. First, it's not scary at all. Second, Monica is fantastic, thorough and knowledgeable. Finally, there truly is a cumulative effect with acupuncture. I find myself looking at things differently...in a good way. I'm glad I found my way to acupuncture and Monica. I highly recommend her.

Had an amazing prenatal massage by Toni today. First time trying Element and can not recommend…read moreenough! Clean, relaxing atmosphere, very friendly and helpful front desk staff and good prices & services with many options & therapists. Toni was amazing, she listened to my focus areas and did an amazing job with everything. I have had many massages and can be quite picky, I am very happy I have found my new go to here at element and my therapist Toni!

While a good strong massage from Krystal I was very disappointed that she was sniffling and…read morecoughing during the entire massage and I ended up with a bad case of COVID.

Set up an appointment with Dominic @ 6:15pm at the superior location. Arrived early and waited till…read more6:25pm. No one checked me in or acknowledged that was there. The offices were empty and two other ladies waiting as well. If the appointment with the previous person was going to extend into my time, it should have been communicated. I can a far ways to get here. I would not recommend using their services or people.

I came to Matt Hudgens after an auto accident left me with whiplash and aggravated some existing…read morecervical issues. On top of that, a previous PT session with another person (not Matt) had been a little too rough -- something we didn't realize at the time -- and it made everything worse. The pain spread down my spine and into my ribcage until I couldn't sleep, couldn't move without crying, and couldn't even take a full breath. I was at the point of desperation. From the very beginning, Matt showed extraordinary care. He offered to extend my appointment by an additional half hour, even though he could have easily taken a lunch break. That simple gesture told me everything about his dedication to helping his patients. He didn't just place needles and walk away -- he began with skilled acupressure, using his hands to release and reset tension before transitioning into acupuncture. His approach was thorough, thoughtful, and clearly based on deep knowledge of the body. What impressed me even more was how detailed and holistic he was in his intake. He took careful notes, asked questions that went beyond surface-level pain, and even checked in about possible emotional factors. That meant a lot to me, because in my own work I know how often emotional pain manifests physically. To have a practitioner who not only recognizes that but makes space for it was truly refreshing and healing in itself. And then -- the results. By the end of the session, I could breathe again. For the first time in days, I felt my ribcage expand without pain. He also taped me with strong KT tape to support my healing in the days that followed, and each day I continued to improve. The shift was immediate, but it also lasted, which says everything about the effectiveness of his skill. Matt is not only kind and compassionate, but he has the kind of presence and bedside manner you'd hope for in the very best doctors. He's incredibly well-educated and generous with his knowledge, happily answering every question I had about his work and his field. You can feel his passion for this medicine in every word and every touch. I cannot recommend Matt highly enough. If you are in pain -- whether physical, emotional, or both -- give yourself the gift of working with him. He is deeply talented at what he does, and I sincerely hope he continues this work forever.

Amazing Massage! I've been going to the gym 5 days a week…read morefor years & massages here really get the kinks out of my neck & back. My muscles are happy! Staff & Owners are friendly. Great ambiance As with all Massages I wish they were less expensive but they are great on occasion for anyone active or stressed.

Worst customer service I've ever experienced. They do not let you cancel if you have "frozen" your…read moreaccount. You have to activate the account again and cancel with 30 days notice to avoid being charged an additional $120 or more depending on your membership level. In addition, they make it difficult to cancel. You have to request a membership cancellation form and then send it back to them either via email or in person to officially cancel. This is obviously meant to be a barrier to canceling. When I spoke to the GM asking if she could explain their policy that only active members can cancel, all I was told is that it is corporate policy. I asked again if she could explain WHY this is corporate policy and she told me she had and that "I wasn't accepting her explanation" and proceeded to say "I'm sorry about the confusion or whatever this is." These are direct quotes. If customer service was better and if their corporate policies weren't designed to scam clients out of additional money when wanting to cancel, I would recommend them. The facilities are lovely and they have great massage therapists. It's really too bad. Do not spend your money here.

Ask for Kelly! She did wonders on several knot's and her elbow technique loosened me up in areas…read morethat were extremely tight.

Dear Management Team,…read more I am writing to share feedback regarding my recent spa visit, as I was very disappointed with the customer service experience despite enjoying the massage itself. Prior to booking, we called to ask specifically about using a SpaFinder gift card and were advised that it would be accepted. Upon arrival, I also confirmed this directly with the front desk staff before our service, and I was again assured it would not be an issue. However, after our service concluded, I was informed that the gift card was not accepted after all. Had I been given accurate information, I would not have proceeded with the service that day. During this interaction, a young blonde-haired employee approached the front desk, stated "of course we don't take it," rolled her eyes, and walked away. This response felt dismissive and unprofessional, especially given that the confusion stemmed from misinformation provided by staff. Additionally, the men's locker room shower did not have hot water, which further detracted from the overall experience.