I've been utilizing Jen and her body care products for over 11 years. She has a vast understanding…read moreof Bodywork and produces amazing results. I work in a labor industry and consistently feel tight and burdened by chronic pain in my back and shoulders. She always does an assessment and targets problem areas. In addition to the overall work she does she focuses on these areas for a very personal healing session. She's professional with cleanliness and her studio is very comforting and a relaxed environment. She will become a great friend with true concern for your health and healing and I will continue to use her for years to come.

Jen is a wonderful massage therapist and a wonderful human being. She was referred to me by a…read moremutual friend, and I couldn't be more grateful. I was scheduled to have a major surgery, and Jen was incredibly flexible in squeezing me in TWICE last minute. She not only relaxed my muscles, but put my mind at ease entirely. I'm convinced I will recover swiftly thanks to her masterful hands. Jen is a queen-of-all-trades and reads your body like a master. In one of our sessions alone, she used the many modalities of deep tissue, swedish, craniosacral, Thai stretching, reiki, and intra-oral on my TMJ to fix the popping issue, as well as some deep belly massage to work on my incredibly tight psoas muscles. How many practitioners do you know that can fit all that into a single session? I've had many, many massages over the years, and Jen has helped my body so much in such a short time. I haven't felt this loose in ages. Do yourself and your body a favor, book a session with her and you'll leave feeling incredibly relaxed and blissful. Thanks again, Jen

I love praising good people behind their back and I'm going to do it here so get ready:…read more Tranzend is a woman of color owned and operated small business. A small biz that punches above its weight class and does it all with kindness. I struggled for YEARS not knowing what my diagnosis was and was in a deep struggle with my physical health and mental well being. No one understood me. Health care providers would misdiagnose me multiple times before I found the right fit and would often seek referrals from anyone I trusted to find a massage therapist who could be kind, attune to my diagnosis, and just a good human being. Janice didn't just change my life; she saved it. The work we did together on not just my physical being but my soul was something I can never thank her enough. My financial situation wasn't the greatest either but Janice would insist on making it work and I dare say she would do the same for any of her clients. I don't recollect how many years I would see Janice but it was a lot. Janice is a compassionate and empathetic massage therapist and she has a breadth and depth of expertise that you'd be hard pressed to find anywhere else. If you're not seeing this woman, what are you doing with your life?

My husband found Janice and booked massages for us for our anniversary (we stayed in downtown…read moreSeattle for the occasion). We each had a 60 minute massage in her cozy little studio with the most beautiful rooftop view of the Sound. The massages were great (my introduction to cupping) and Janice is a lovely person. I get massage and other body work done regularly so I've experienced a wide variety of quality. I'm also not the easiest body to work on (very tight, problem spots). I would absolutely come back again. I can't comment about the value because I didn't pay the bill :-) Hubby said her prices were average, though. I'm not complaining about anything because I enjoyed myself and felt great afterward, but setting expectations so no one is disappointed. The massage studio is in a large professional building and shares hall space with other medical professionals. TrandZend is a single massage room, not a full spa experience. Because it's in a professional building, it's locked on weekends and Janice has to come down to let you in (didn't phase us since the sun was shining, but this could mean waiting outside for quite a while). Janice creates a warm, inviting experience, but take note if you're looking for something different. I debated between 4 and 5 stars because it isn't a full spa, etc. but I figure it's the quality of the massage that matters and that was definitely a 5 star experience.

I'm very happy to have found Tara's practice!…read more Not only is she close to my home but the studio is clean and quiet, she has an online booking tool so you don't have to deal with a bunch of back and forth phone calls- I find that very helpful. The massage itself is wonderful, and Tara has a very intuitive sense of what level of conversation you find appropriate. The fully heated massage bed is a real treat for those of us who are always cold! I will be back regularly.

I got a massage from Tara recently, but it was at the Vital Energy Center in Capitol Hill instead…read moreof this location. I tend to keep a lot of tension in my back, so I try to get in for massages as much as possible. Tara was intuitive and seemed to work a lot with pressure points. The energy in the beginning of the massage felt calm but intense; kind of like forming the intention of creating the space as a healing space. For about 10-20 minutes I was in the "This is nice, but I'm not sure if this is the style for me" space. About halfway through my hour, however, I realized that I had gotten into the state where I'm possibly asleep but feel more like I'm just so relaxed that I'm conscious but only coherent every once in a while. That tends to mean that I am VERY relaxed, and... well... I kind of love that. My back felt wonderful when I left, and the only soreness I experienced was from where she had worked on my chest (and that's just because it's very tight and I don't think it's gotten enough attention in the past). Tara recommended a stretch that should help loosen that up. I felt like my way home was something of a spiritual experience. Every time I get a massage like this I start really looking forward to finally finishing my degree and having a decent income again!

A massage is a rare treat for me, so I am not really qualified to compare my experience with…read moreanother masseur. Brandon gave me a very satisfying and pleasurable massage, going very deep as per my request where I needed it. As noted by other reviewers, there was a detailed intake form in which you are asked if you have any specific problems or pains. Brandon hit these spots precisely and effectively. Using the same form, you can specify many other dimensions of your massage thus preventing any misunderstanding of your preferences. I'm planning to book my next massage with Brandon soon. Your body will thank you!

It's not a typical massage. It is the best massage you'll ever have, especially if you like the…read moreLomi technique. I've been seeing Matthew for several months and treated myself to a truly magical four-hands with Matthew and Gabriel for my birthday. They listen to what you want, intuit what your body needs, and give you both. They communicate, and make sure you feel comfortable--that the depth, pressure, movement, and modesty are right--so you can let go of the world outside, let go of whatever stress you've been carrying, and take this time for yourself. This is a full-body experience, because the way our bodies are built isn't in isolated parts--everything is connected and the form follows a flow. When it's over, you will be smiling, glowing, shining, relaxed, refreshed, revitalized--and ready to book another one. Highly recommend.

Danielle is great. I've been getting massages from her regularly for a couple years now…read more I initially sought her out because she specializes in therapeutic massage. Through a few sessions, she was able to help relieve the tightness and soreness in my lower back and shoulders that had accumulated through years of weightlifting. Danielle's general deep tissue massages are top-notch as well, and she's a great conversationalist. I keep coming back because her deep tissue massages are so relaxing, and she's fun to talk to. If you're in the Ballard area and you're looking for a good massage, and you want to support a small business, I would highly recommend Smiling Owl Massage.

If I could give one star, I would. The massage I initially received was great, but after Danielle…read morecancelled an early AM appointment with less than 2 hours notice via email, things became really messy. I work with families and children intimately and I understand cancellations happen, and people become sick, but to cancel an AM appointment with under two hours notice without a call was not a great way to handle the situation. I was already getting ready and on my way to the appointment. Upon arriving I sat there thinking she was possibly late, then I called the number on the door because I figured that was the best option to figure out if the appointment still stood or not which. Then after back and forth email with Danielle she was upset that I had called the number on the door because it was for someone else. How was a client to know that? I waited for 40 minutes and left. When I arrived home I had seen on my desktop the reason I didn't get her email was because It was sent from her personal email instead of her business email which was the one email we had ever used prior. We sent some Emails back and fourth and because I had expressed how inconvenient it was for me she decided she didn't want to see me for my other appointment or reschedule. I had told her many times I understand these things happen and hope she will feel better and was kind, I just wanted her to know that a call for a two hour or less cancellation would be more ideal since clients are likely to be up and already getting ready to leave their homes. She then basically replies she doesn't want to see me as a client anymore while also being smart saying "in the age of smartphones" her email with 1.5 hours notice was appropriate. Especially when people are likely already on their way. Since I had bought 2 massages via Groupon I had asked if she would then work with me to help get a refund, she agreed and even wrote me an email saying she contacted them, and they would be reaching out to me within the day via phone. (Side note she also said she didn't want to see me because she only makes 17 dollars from her groupons, which i though was wildly inappropriate to tell a client.) When I didn't hear anything from them and emailed her back stating all I saw was that my account was flagged and had not received a call, her reply was so rude calling me challenged and whiny. I really don't know how someone would work in this industry and be so rude and able to personally jab at clients but I was completely taken aback by her unprofessionalism through-and-through. I would not recommend her place of business, as when things come up she cannot handle them appropriately, timely, or professionally and will attack you for it.

Whenever I want to treat myself to a massage, I go to Megan. She perfectly combines long, fluid…read moremotions with more specific pressure points too. I prefer firmer pressure, and she nails that as well. I highly recommend getting a massage with Megan!

Megan is such a talented massage therapist! I used to work in the spa industry and know that it is…read moredifficult to find someone of her caliber. Each session with her is highly customized to target areas of need, which she finds and remedies effortlessly. Whether you need to relax, recover, or treat a specific injury, you're in the best hands with Megan.

Danielle is amazing! I came in for craniosacral work and am certain i fell asleep on the heated…read moretable! Danielle greeted me warmly at the door (#103) and immediately made me feel calm, welcome. She has a very respectful, compassionate and nurturing Air about her, making it perfect for this line of work. My first time experiencing craniosacral work, and she explained it perfectly, sharing the scientific words and explaining them to the layman (me) in such a seamless way, that I left feeling as if I've done it a thousand times! Go see her. For massage, for deeper understanding of yourself, not only in respect to physical understanding and well-being but also emotionally, spiritually.

I am a new client at Helix and so far I have been treated by Jennifer and Melissa. They are both…read moreextremely thorough, knowledgable, and very professional while still friendly and comfortable. I have been very impressed by the thorough notes they take before and after each session, which helps one pick up where the other left off, and also keeps track of my progress and goals. I'm glad they are conveniently located in my neighborhood, but I would gladly drive to see them; this level of service would definitely be worth the drive and parking (there is always street parking - usually right out front - and it's only $1.50/hr). I have seen many massage therapists over the years, and this is the best service I've received to date. I look forward to continuing my therapy with Helix!

CeCe Does Excellent Massage Therapy I Have Been Coming To…read moreAroma Valley for 3 Years, I Work in Healthcare and I Depend On the Professional Massage for Legs, Feet, Shoulders, Back that I Receive at Aroma Valley!! I Have Been Receiving Massage Therapy for over 30 Years, Aroma Valley Is Excellent! 10 Stars