I had a 75-minute prenatal massage with Teresa and it was honestly such a comforting experience…read more She took her time explaining everything and made me feel really at ease, especially being my first pregnancy. Her energy is so calm and grounding, and the massage felt really intuitive. She worked through my upper shoulders and neck (which are always tight for me) and I could feel the difference right away. I left feeling so relaxed and taken care of. She also shared little tips and knowledge that I truly appreciated. I'll definitely be coming back throughout my pregnancy and even after. It's such a good feeling finding someone you genuinely trust.

Teresa is aamazinggg! Not only did she give a great massage, her presence and demeanor from the…read moreintroduction/consultation made me feel very relaxed from the get go. She takes her time to learn about your body and aches and what you are looking to gain out of the massage. I like that she had a rough outline of what body parts would be worked on during the postpartum massage but also let me know that this was for me and we could alter or change anything as needed. I was nervous about getting a massage after my C-section but everything was comfortable and I felt relaxed after for the first time in weeks!

I can't recommend Bayhill Acupuncture (小林中医) enough! I initially came in seeking relief for…read morepersistent neck pain, and the quality of care here has been nothing short of excellence. I saw Dr. Tang who was a great acupuncturist. I already recommended my family and friends and will definitely visit again. A huge special shout-out to Kaman at front desk whom helped me navigate my insurance, scheduling, and check me in.

I just had my first session today and really enjoyed it. It's very relaxing there and everyone…read morethere is very friendly. I definitely plan on making it an ongoing thing.

I can't say enough good things about May at Sea House Spa. Her deep tissue technique is incredibly…read moreeffective. She has an intuitive touch that always finds and releases the knots and tension I build up from long hours at the computer and intense workouts. Her massages have made a huge difference in my recovery and overall well-being. The spa itself is a hidden gem. It's located in an unassuming strip mall, but don't let that fool you because the space is clean, the staff are very professional, kind, and welcoming. It looks like the spa may be under new ownership, and they're doing a great job creating a relaxing, high-quality experience. One thing to know: the staff primarily speak Mandarin, so if you call, don't hang up if there's a delay. They use live Google voice translation, which works well but takes a moment. Be patient; it's worth it. The prices are also incredibly reasonable for the level of care and skill you receive. I highly recommend May and Sea House Spa to anyone looking for true therapeutic bodywork at great value.

I found this spot on Groupon and decided to give it a try for a couples massage. I booked an…read moreappointment via phone a week or two in advance yet the staff appeared surprised when we showed up for our appointment. It was a pleasant enough experience up until it was time to tip. Despite purchasing this couples massage on Groupon, I always tip based on the original, pre-discounted cost. For a 60 minute couples massage, the price was advertised as $150 in house. I was planning on tipping the 15% on the $150 and the masseuse honestly made it really uncomfortable for me. She kept saying my entered tip amount is just 1 person and I said that's 15% of the cost of the massage. I even showed her my math on the calculator. She then said she expected at least $20 per person for the massage and that's coming up to almost 30% tip. I ended up tipping 20% and walking out and will likely not be returning. Perhaps increase the cost of the service rather than making customers feel awkward and obligated to tip higher.

Always easy to get a same day appt. My sister brought me here for the first time and it went well…read more Everyone was very nice and accommodating.

PLEASE STAY AWAY!!!!!! THIS WAS THE WORST MASSAGE I'VE EVER HAD AND IT EXTREMELY INJURED MY SPINE!…read moreHORRIBLE SERVICE AS WELL. I will start by saying I get massages VERY often and prefer firm pressure. Usually places don't even do it firm enough. I decided to give this place a try because of the price and availability. They have a phone number you can text and they respond very quick which is nice but that's probably the only good quality about this place. I came in for the 90 minute back pressure massage and requested Ivy. The bathroom was very interesting...there was a shower and bucket but it doesn't seem like it's for customers. It didn't feel very clean. Anyways when I got ready for my massage, there was no indication when the masseuse was actually going to come in so I rushed to get ready. When she came in, I was waiting for her to ask me what hurt and what areas I wanted to work on...instead she asked me what was wrong because I was looking at her... As for the massage, there was no method and she would work on random areas longer than others and one side more than the other. Not because that side or area needed more work. My lower back was the part that was hurting really bad and that's what I wanted to focus on but she did not even touch my lower back. She kept burping during our session and I felt her body press up against the wall while she used one arm to lean into me while she used the other to massage me. When it came to the hot stones, she didn't tell me when they were being applied, she randomly slapped them on in the middle of the session, they were super hot, and kept sliding off and falling on the side on my body about 9 different times. She wouldn't even notice for quite some time and would eventually throw them back on my back where they would just slide off again. Where it went really wrong was the pressure and what she did to my spine. I kept telling her lighter pressure and she acknowledged it but didn't go any lighter. I was sweating, making noises, and moving my body from being in so much pain but she didn't change anything. She kept ELBOWING and using her knuckles to press into my spine, especially where your neck and spine meet, between your shoulders. Anyone knows that massaging and especially elbowing bone is a HUGE safety issue and should never be done. I was trying to sit through it and tried not be rude, but eventually I was in so much pain I told her to end the session 30 minutes early as I couldn't take it anymore and was worried. I was in so much pain and couldn't really move. This wasn't a sore pain you feel after a deep massage, this was "is something bruised" "do I need to go to see my doctor" pain. What made things worse was when I went to check out, the front desk lady didn't seem to realize I came out 30 minutes early! She looked at my tip and questioned why it was so little (I paid the full 90 massage price AND tipped). I told her that it was way too hard and I was in pain. She proceeded to tell me in mandarin why I was wrong and how it was just firm pressure. This is really upsetting because no one should ever elbow someone's spine and neck bone, no matter how light or firm pressure is! It was extremely loud outside as well. There was a man talking on the phone, people talking very loud to each other...not a very relaxing setting. I came into this wanting to be relaxed, hoping to be in less pain, and instead I was even more stressed out and literally could not even lay against a pillow for 3 days at home. My spine felt like it had been burned and bruised. I regret not waiting for an opening at my usual place.

I only see Viviana. She is the bomb. I have never had a bad massage with her and I always feel…read moregreat days after my massage. She is only there a few days a week and books up fast because she is incredible!

I'm rating the therapist, Liza for her amazing massage technique and good energy. She really took…read morethe time to get me comfortable, and gave me a very healing massage. I will be returning to her! Something to note: I tried to call in and change my appointment due to a last minute interview. I was hoping for some grace, as I was planning to come in for the massage regardless but instead was met with very firm policies and no true consideration. It's too bad because my family has thrown bachelorette parties here, I've been coming here for years and never been late once. Just something to note. The only reason I'd ever go back here is only for Liza. She is outstanding!

Tried this place out for the first time. They took me in the same day that I called, which shows…read moreflexibility. Inside there were a few rooms. It was $62 for an hour of half body and half feet, with hot stones (my fave). I told the woman where I wanted her to focus on the most, and she did an amazing job! She was attentive and handled my body with the utmost care. I almost fell asleep on the table, and that rarely happens for me. The staff were kind and courteous, and I really loved the smell of the lotions/oils they use. Normally it would give me a headache but it was a nice, light fragrance that was very aroma-therapeutic. I would love to go back for another next month. The prices weren't bad.

This was one of the worst massages I've ever had, and I have been getting massages regularly for…read morethe past 30 years. I paid for an hour long deep tissue massage. $70 is on the pricier side but a good massage is worth it. This one was not worth it. The massage tech didn't seem to know what she was doing. She didn't use any oil. She seemed to barely be touching me... It was like the brush of a butterfly wing. She just kept going back-and-forth back-and-forth over my back without any kind of a plan, and without any strength, and without any apparent knowledge of the musculature, I asked her to do it harder she did not. She asked if she could walk on my back and I let her do that she stayed up there for about 20 minutes. Just kind of walking back-and-forth not specifically seeming to target anything. I have an injury on my knee and I asked her to please not touch my knee, but she spent a good long time rubbing my knee and yanking on my leg, which was extremely painful. After this horrible experience, I reached out to management and asked if they could either comp me a massage or give me a discounted rate on another full body one hour massage so I could try a different technician and they have had the audacity to not even respond to my request. Terrible shoddy workmanship, and a terrible way to run a business. !!!! It took a week, but the business finally reached out to me! They offered me a complementary massage because of my terrible experience. I'm so grateful I feel like that's the right thing to do in this situation. Thank you so much!

Everything people have wrote is absolutely true. Best massage I've ever had. Amazing manners and…read morealways checking with me during the service.

I just got the best massage ever from Eileen, and I wish I found her sooner!…read more I have chronic neck and back pain from the work that I do, and after just one session with Eileen, I can already feel a huge difference. My body feels so relaxed, and the massage itself was phenomenal. As soon as she started the massage, I knew I was in good hands. You can tell that she really knows what she's doing. The hour massage flew by so quick, I cannot wait to go back. Service was great, place was clean, bed was super comfortable, plenty of parking, and of course, the massage itself was amazing. Highly recommend coming here, you will not be disappointed!

I suffer from lower back pain and sciatica and it is very hard for me to find someone who can give…read moreme a massage and walk out pain free. She knows how to apply enough pressure on my body, and applies Reiki where I needed too. Shani's is very intuitive and she is very professional and knows exactly how to relieve my symptoms in my body. After the massage I feel like I just got a new body. I see her at least once a month, so I can keep my body more flexible. I recommend Shani's as a great massage therapist and a Reiki healer.

I have been with Gabrielle for over 2 years. It's very simple to schedule with her. She's very…read moreresponsive. She has good intuition on the needs of my body and always finds those hot spots that need extra care. She's very experienced and gentle. She has a peaceful demeanor and creates a safe space on her table. Prices are reasonable. I can't wait to see her back soon. Usually once a month when I can find the time.

Gabrielle was thorough with her massage, she's firm , yet gentle. I felt great! She's also a kind…read moreperson whom I felt comfortable talking to. She put me at ease. Definitely going back!

Wow, can't believe I hadn't written a review for Carrina yet; this is long overdue…read more I've been coming to Carrina off and on for more than 10 years (I didn't have a car for a while and was stuck in SF, and the massage therapists I found were just....ok, FWIW). Anyway, I eventually moved to the Peninsula, got a car, and went back to Carrina. She's amazing. One of my pet peeves is when massage therapists don't listen to what you actually need when you tell them and just do their normal routine. Carrina is refreshingly different because she actually listens to what you tell her when you explain what's happening and why you're there to see her, and she somehow magically finds and works out all the knots - even the ones I didn't know I had. Absolutely recommend Carrina and worth the monthly investment as part of self care!

My wife got me a massage with Eszence as a birthday gift but accidentally picked a date/time that…read moreneeded to be changed. When I called a week before and emailed 3 days before, I received no answer to either (but they were sure to charge my wife's credit card). Now we will have to contest the charges. Buyers BEWARE!!