Katrina does a great job! I am picky about therapists, I don't want fluffy-I want elbows in my back…read moreand neck to reduce my migraines. She gets it. If you are soft skinned and can't handle pressure I do not recommend her. She is friendly, only talks if you initiate during the actual massage. She asks what hurts and what you would like worked on, and she follows through. You can buy massage in bulk, 3 at a time, and it works cheaper than any other place around, including massage envy. Her office is in a counseling office, weird right? Buts it quiet and clean. Very comfortable feeling. I recommend her!

I'm shocked mine will be the first review on Yelp for Journey's Massage Studio! The short version:…read moreOne of the best massages I've ever had, and I've had many. Let me elaborate... Katrina, the owner and the massage therapist, has received the Thumbtack's "Best of 2016 Award" for two years in a row, based on customer service reviews. I feel blessed to have found out about her through Groupon, but she is definitely well worth paying full fare, and I'm happy to "put her on the map" for the discerning Yelp community. A good therapeutic massage can allay stress, ease sore muscles, relieve tension, help heal injuries of the body, heart, and soul, can help you through the grieving process, and sometimes, do all that AND leave you feeling like an almost-new person. And that's how good Katrina is. She's warm and caring and made me feel comfortable right away. Her intake form is just one page that covers all the important issues, unlike many that make you feel like you're being prepped for major surgery, and take longer than the massage will! Before she begins, she asks about problem areas and massage preferences, and I could tell during the massage that she listened and took it all into account. I especially liked that she said at the outset that she doesn't usually talk with her clients during their massage, and that it was not personal...just that she knows we are there to relax and de-stress, and that conversation can interfere with that. Aside from the fact that she is very skilled at therapeutic massage, and adjusts pressure expertly, the very best part is the way she incorporates the use of hot stones and heated damp towels. I wasn't expecting either, and the sensation and results are almost magical. I left feeling well taken care of and infinitely more relaxed. Hopefully the pitfalls I encountered trying to find the office will benefit you, because if you appreciate a great massage, this is a place you'll definitely WANT to find! It's in a small office complex on the west side of Mur-Len Road about halfway between 127th and 135th Streets. As soon as you pull in the parking lot, turn left, head to the south side of the buildings, then turn right and go west toward Suite 6, just a few doors down. The company name is on the outer door, but the office is shared by a counseling service, and inside there is a (shared) reception window and one other unlabeled door, so if there is no one at the window, you might think you're in the wrong place. The unlabeled door leads back to the other offices, so you can knock on it if there isn't anyone at the desk. The icy cold bottled water you leave with to help detoxify was the perfect tonic on a scorching-hot Kansas City afternoon, and helped ease the shock from the waves of heat that blasted from my car when I opened the door. But even that couldn't destroy the cocoon of comfort Katrina had given me.

Everything about the the massage was incredible you shld go try it yourself. One of the best…read moremassages I ever had

Found this to be a rather affordable place to get a quick half hour massage so I took to their…read morewebsite to book an appointment. I booked an appointment for 1:30pm and started to get ready to leave. At 1:06 I was getting ready to leave when they had called me and I was not able to answer because I was getting ready to leave. I arrive for my appointment at the scheduled time to find a locked door. I called the number back and she answered saying she tried to call and email but it was my fault I was not able to be contacted. I check my email and she emailed me saying she had another appointment and I needed to pick a different time. Not sure what the point of "booking" is if it is not a reserved time. Hate to leave bad reviews of places I have never been to before but seems some work on the website is in order if booking does not reserve your time. Probably going to find somewhere else to go next time.

Loved this place. Lucy is my new favorite massage therapist. Very professional. Deep tissue if you…read morewant it. Highly recommend

Visiting from CA...I have had hundreds of massages and this was top 3. Shelly is so strong and knew…read moreexactly what I needed. I was having a lot of upper back pain and after 90 minutes with her I'm ready to travel home comfortably...Shelly was not only a great masseuse she was friendly and kind...highly recommend

She was fantastic! Communication on point, very professional and one of the best massages I have…read morehad. I feel like a new man! will be back

It was OK, but I didn't get what I communicated. I was told to let the practitioner know if she was…read moreapplying the right pressure. I asked for more pressure, but she actually disagreed and said she was working up to it because of x, y and z... or some such nonsense. But she never did work up to it. Sigh. Then she charged me 10 dollars more than the price quoted. I didn't say anything because the whole thing felt weird. It seemed like the practitioner was still learning and not confident in her hand work... yet confident enough to tell me that deeper pressure would not (yet) be good... Though no pressure arrived. I don't think this was the owner who saw me, but someone else.

Great deep tissue....thought I might come off the table a couple times. Came in with a lower back…read moreache and sciatic pain from deadlifts at the last min. Walked out with a whole new energy. Old school massage with ceiling bars for walking on your back. Hot stones (new to me) felt awesome. Thought I was going to need a chiropractor for my sciatica, but after the massage...I might be good after all. Will be back!

Woman Jennifer work there had the nerve to text my husband the next day after his massage with me…read more. I'd been going by myself for awhile but she texted him You come back today you busy kiss emoji's you come tomorrow being flirty . Then text him several other times . Very shady place

My mom and I went in and got just a 30 minute massage and it was actually amazing. We got like the…read moreWORKS! I normally don't feel like there's ever enough pressure or deep tissue and this truly felt amazing. We loved it and want to come back during our short trip here in KC! Could not recommend more! They were very clear on price and tip on their paper. Anyone who has been confused about that did not read the paper they show you for price!

Not a professional attitude at payment time. This lady tried to negotiate a bigger tip and acted…read morelike it was mandatory! I should have not gave her anything when I was told $30 was not enough and don't come back! She was very rude and inconsiderate!!! Because I wouldn't give her at least a $40 tip she said don't come back! On top of that my 1 hour massage lasted 50 minutes. $103 for 50 minutes! They won't get my business anymore! Very rude and hateful!

I really love Zen Massage!!…read more I tried a few other places in town, and this one is for me. My therapist here is absolutely amazing! I'm not going to mention their name because I don't want them to get so busy that I can't get in. They have male and female therapist here in case you have a preference. There are no memberships or pressure tactics like that other chain massage place. And they have good availability in multiple therapists, unlike a one person shop. They're in a nice shopping plaza with several restaurants and other businesses in case you need stuff after your massage. They are very good at communication via email and text and phone. I am very pleased with Zen Massage.

Husband and I came in for massages. My experience was not favorable. I paid for deep tissue…read more Started off ok, but then became mostly a rub down. I think the worst thing was that I wore my hair up in a bun, and MT asked if I wanted to wear it down. I specifically said no and made it clear that I didn't want oil in my hair. Later on she literally rubbed oil (which smelled terrible) completely through my hair and then lathered it onto my face. At the end, without any warning, threw a very hot towel on my back. Had she told me it would not have been so shocking. With all the good ratings I was disappointed in the quality of massage and then walking away like a grease pit. I only give it a maybe because maybe there is someone better.

This was an experience. It's not other places where you are paying for a super relaxing atmosphere…read more If you just want a beating or great, heavy handed (I like deep tissue and request my spine be removed ) they are strong. Limited English but I don't go for the conversation. You can get light. It's simple, clean and well, focused on giving good services. I was surprised and it took me a minute to figure out the poles attached to the walls. Oh, when she stood on my back only then did I understand. I was torn here, but overall good value for the money. A little translation would be nice.

Had a great massage relieving pain in my hips and shoulders. Looking forward to going back again.read more