I had a wonderful experience at Sanctuary and can't recommend it enough…read more I received a massage from one of Kristin's students, and I was genuinely impressed by the level of care and skill. The pressure was just right, and she intuitively found areas of tension I didn't even realize I was holding. I felt a noticeable difference not only immediately after, but in the days that followed. It's clear that Kristin has created a space where therapists are thoughtfully trained and supported; there's a high level of professionalism and presence that really comes through. The space itself is peaceful and calming. I'll admit I was briefly confused when I arrived since it's located on the second floor, but once inside, everything felt welcoming, organized, and serene. They were ready for me right on time, and the whole experience felt smooth and intentional from start to finish. If you're looking for a place where you'll be genuinely cared for and in good hands, Sanctuary is absolutely worth a visit.

It had been a few months since my last massage and booked a 90 minute with The Sanctuary. Cassandra…read moredid a great job and was very knowledgeable about the body- which I appreciated. My body felt relaxed afterward and I'm looking forward to the next one in about a month from now's Thank you to The Sanctuary!

Bryant Rochon's therapeutic massage has been a game changer for my husband who has chronic pain…read morefollowing spine surgeries. Bryant is incredibly knowledgeable about human anatomy and quickly determined the area that needed attention. He's professional, caring and has made a significant change in my husband's quality of life and renewed optimism. Highly recommend him. Elizabeth Bradbury

I received a terrific deep tissue massage from Angelina. We discussed needs and targeted areas of…read moreneed. She was very nice and confident. I am looking forward to the next appointment with her, knowing how well I felt after. I like the spa itself and the very friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

First off... I feel so torn writing this review... because Amber is absolutely the BEST and I want…read moreto keep that a secret but she deserves it -- Amber is our absolute FAV massage therapist because she's holistic, incredibly intuitive, and just an all around incredible human being. We chose her initially for my wife's pregnancy to entrust someone to give her prenatal massage and Amber was the absolute best. You really want someone who knows what they're doing because of how sensitive the body is and Amber is a mom herself and knows how it feels. For me, I like deep tissue and Amber is SO GOOD at it and doesn't hurt the muscles, some deep tissue is totally off base and they go into areas and damage more than they help but Amber is right on the money. She's a healer, an extraordinary person, and we're SO excited for her new spot, we used to have her come by all the time when she had a mobile setup but now looking forward to going into her new sanctuary!!

I see Amber for a 90 minute massage every few months. As soon as you enter her space from the…read moredecoration to her presence, everything is just so relaxing. I like how she knows a variety of techniques as well as energy work. Not many people around do cranial sacral balancing. Her touch is gentle yet profound at the same time. I feel like every time I'm getting a session. It feels like a warm hug from my best friend. I have been seeing her for a few years now and was pleasantly surprised this last week when I stepped into her New Spa oasis in downtown Walnut Creek. I always joke with her that she can be an interior designer. Because everything is top-notch. Don't think just because she does Swedish and lymphatic drainage that her deep tissue is weak. Her deep tissue knocks my knots right out. If you're looking for a high-quality Massage, this is the place you need to book. One of the best parts about her new location is that it includes free parking.

You can tell how good a massage therapist is when they first start feeling your body for the knots…read moreand tension. Nancy has a very good sense of touch and of locating problem areas. She is then able to switch between the 3 modes of soft, medium and hard depending on the problem areas that she's working on. Massage school can teach you methodology, but Nancy's skill comes from a lot of practice and working on patients of different type achieve her mastery.

I received a 90 minute lymphatic massage with a cupping add on (my first time with cupping) with…read moreNancy a few days ago and I wish I would have taken before and after photos. My ankles haven't been this sleek in almost a year! Nancy is a great fit for me as a therapist because she is warm yet honest and she is so intuitive with her movements. She mixed pressures and while she checked in with me throughout just knew where to go and what I needed even though it was my first session with her. I am surprised how deep of work was done because the entire session was very enjoyable / no pain. My favorite part was the face and head lymphatic massage, so Relaxing! On my way out I was served an organic tea to go which was such a nice touch. The studio is lovely, clean and has a lux feel to it. I will be a regular going forward, Thank you, Nancy!

I booked an appointment with Carlos about a week in advance through his online scheduling system…read more Simple, easy, and exactly how booking should be. What made me drive over an hour for bodywork when there are plenty of massage therapists closer to home? One thing: myofascial release. I've entered a season of healing and wanted someone who could help me work through years of tension that have settled into my body. Carlos did exactly that. During my two-hour session, he worked on my jaw, neck, shoulders, and even my tongue. Yes, my tongue. I know that sounds strange, but I had no idea how much tension I was holding there until he started working on it. It was one of the most unusual yet freeing experiences I've ever had. At one point, I found myself crying, not because anything hurt, but because it felt like years of tension stored in my jaw were finally letting go. What sets Carlos apart isn't just his skill level, which is top-tier. It's his ability to connect with genuine empathy. For this type of bodywork, that matters. Two hours wasn't enough to unwind decades of tension, but it was enough to make me realize how much more work there is to do. I'll definitely be back. If you're looking for someone to help release chronic tension, pain, and stress while leaving you feeling lighter and more at peace, I highly recommend Carlos.

Carlos is truly a miracle worker. My husband and I both benefit greatly from his body work…read moretechniques. I had a recent lower back muscular strain that resulted in me needing to lift my leg up into my car with my hands. After one session with Carlos, my leg had full range of motion again. Carlos spends time listening to your concerns and can quickly and accurately identify your problem areas. He's great with communication and is very pleasant to work with. We can't sing his praises enough!

Katie Cook is an excellent masseuse! She seems to know where you hold your tension and then works…read moreto relieve the knots that caused the pain and tightness. She uses different approaches in the massage including Swedish and Shiatsu to fit your needs. My favorite is stone massage to relax my shoulders and neck, as well as lower back...heaven! I have also heard that her expertise includes lymphatic drainage techniques for those who need it. Her prices are very reasonable, and the ambiance is just right.

From the owner: Certified Manual Lymph Drainage (Vodder Method), Certified Massage Therapist (Deep Tissue Massage,…read moreSwedish, Cranio Sacral, reflexology, prenatal, pain relief, tension relief, headaches....and much more).

I have been a client of Rebekah's for over 5 years and her massages have helped me so much! I used…read moreto have frozen shoulder and Rebekah knew exactly how to massage me to make the frozen shoulder eventually go away. I make sure to book an 80 minute massage each month and the massages have helped me tremendously with stress reduction, muscle aches, mobility in shoulder, tendonitis and relaxation. In addition they offer face re-postering massages and these have helped with tension in my face along with jaw issues I have with grinding teeth. I always look forward to my monthly or sometimes bi-monthly sessions with Rebekah!

I noticed that my friend, Rosie had glowing skin and a smile on her face so I asked her what she…read morewas doing. She said she came to Rebekah here at R&R and loves her expertise. I so agree. Rebekah explains everything so well. Focus on what my body really needed. I thought I was coming for one thing but she saw what I really needed and addressed my Psaos in a way no other massage therapist has ever done. Life changing!! I wish I could come every single day!! So deeply needed and appreciated! Highly recommend! Thank you, Rosie and Rebekah!

I have been a regular client for over four years, including through the COVID era. Vivian does an…read moreamazing job of finding my knots and working on them. She is friendly and kind. The reason she has long term clientele is that she is very very good. Period. I have heard her reject customers when she feels uncomfortable or suspects the person is looking for more than a therapeutic massage. Hence read the negative reviews with a more than a pinch of salt. She is a single mom trying to make an honest living. So be nice and respectful to her, and she'll be nice and respectful to you!

6 stars, if I could. Just great all around. Came in with lots of shoulder / neck tightness. This is…read moremy new go-to spot.