great experience at a thai massage spa in sherman oaks…read more small store front on ventura blvd, clean, professional. I had a great massage!

We (My Queen Wifey Jiji) & I arrived at Gaaya Massage Therapy for our 1st initial massage &…read moreintroduction to this new location that we heard great things about. There was plenty of parking in front & back, entering the business you enjoy great relaxing aroma smells of relaxing fragrances. The environment was spacious, very clean, inviting & relaxing - TRANQUIL! 100% The owner & staff greeted us as we entered, checked us in, provided us a glass of champagne and shortly escorted us to our private massage heated beds. We loved our EXTRAORDINARY MASSAGE EXPERIENCE & PHENOMENAL HEALING HANDS LAID ON US!!! Must visit when can. Location great & pricing perfection for services rendered; we will most definitely be back.

I've been experiencing endless chronic stress lately, so much so that it started truly affecting me…read moreemotionally, physically, and spiritually. I felt completely drained, like my body was holding onto every ounce of pain, tension, and exhaustion with no way to release it. Then I saw Kim. And somehow, she brought me back to life.... From the moment the session started, I felt genuinely cared for and safe. Kim has such a calming, grounding presence that immediately puts you at ease. She truly is a healer and deeply understands energy and the way stress gets trapped deep inside of us. She found every knot I didn't even realize I was carrying. Every area of tension felt connected to something deeper, and with so much care and intuition, she worked through all of it patiently and intentionally. By the end of the session, it honestly felt like layers of pain and heaviness had melted off of me. I could breathe deeper. My body felt lighter. My mind finally became quiet again. After she left the room, I cried a little from the relief of not having to carry so much pain anymore. I can't even fully explain how much I needed that release. I just know I walked in feeling depleted and walked out feeling more like myself again. Thank you, Kim. Truly. If you're reading this and going through it, Trust me it's worth, your spirit will thank you.

I gave it four stars because the gratuity is $25 and up and we just stopped by another spot that…read morewas $20 and up. Topping culture is ridiculous. Anyways.... The massage was 60 minutes for $70 which wasn't bad but with the tip it can add up. The facility looks clean including the bathroom and the room we were in was nice and clean but I wish it had more of a scent like other massage places have. I like the smell of lavender when I go inside. The massage itself was a combo that I got including Swedish and Thai. It was a really good balance of stretch and relaxation with tiger balm. The lady was nice and her pressure was just right. Parking is limited to street parking and a few spots in the back.

Sparadise Massage in Sherman Oaks is truly a gem. My husband discovered this place 6 years ago, and…read morewe've been hooked ever since! We try to go at least once a week because the quality is consistently amazing. The space is always clean, relaxing, and professional. Every therapist we've seen has been fantastic -- you honestly can't go wrong. Our personal favorites are Raya, Elle, Kim, Kristy, Sonya, Judy, and Brie -- but truly, the entire staff is incredible. Jane and the front desk team are always so kind, welcoming, and helpful. They make scheduling easy and are always accommodating. They offer great prices and specials, plus there's plenty of parking in the back and metered street parking available, which makes it super convenient. Highly recommend checking them out -- once you go, you'll understand why we keep coming back!

Omg I'm literally seconds from leaving this establishment and I am still reeling from how awful…read morethat experience was. I never leave Yelp reviews but this warrants one. Where to begin: I recently visited this massage place and had quite a disappointing experience. To start, the room was in poor condition. The partition between rooms was just a flimsy folding wall, and the massage table had noticeable wear, especially around the face cradle. That alone made me a bit uncomfortable. Secondly, while I was looking for a firm, therapeutic massage, my masseuse, who was older, didn't provide the level of pressure I needed. I didn't feel comfortable speaking up about it, which is on me, but it did affect the experience. Additionally, there were a couple of really awkward moments. My masseuse actually passed gas twice during the session, which was uncomfortable. Also, I noticed that extra oil or liquid was being added without them actually going over to any pump or container. My head was near the lotion container, so I could tell they were somehow adding more from somewhere else, which just felt odd and not very professional. In the end, the whole experience was far from what I hoped for, especially on a mommy self care day.

Johana was great. Definitely worth the trip. Worked on my bad back and gave me relief before I…read morejumped on a 13 hour flight. Will go back next time I will be in Sherman Oaks.

I had my first session with Johana a couple days ago - I went to her because I'm (still) having a…read moreconsistent dull pain through my neck, shoulder and radiating down my arm, making me feel like I have a dead arm; with her ad saying that she does Swedish deep tissue massage and all the great reviews I thought she would be able to help me feel better. Unfortunately, that was not the case - her pressure was so hard it was uncomfortable and not relaxing at all, and at times she didn't use enough oil or lotion and was pulling my skin. Before we started the massage I told her what my issue was but it was not addressed and I had to ask her to work on it before turning me over. I'm almost sorry that I did - the pressure and technique she used was hard and vigorous when it needed to be slow and deep. As a massage therapist myself with over 20 years experience I know there is a difference between deep tissue massage and just being hard - real deep tissue massage needs to slow to be able to work through tissue rather than just vigorously pushing in really hard; I felt like she wasn't reading my body at all and in my experience you can tell if you're paying attention. I was looking forward to a Swedish deep tissue massage that would help me feel better, not a Thai massage - I don't like Thai massage and if that's what I wanted I would've gone to a Thai place and paid less. I ended up leaving feeling beat up (she literally pounded on me a couple of times), not relaxed and still in pain with added pain of feeling bruised by the super hard pressure. My neck/shoulder/arm issue is still bothering me today, along with still feeling bruised. The good part of the session was the amazing stretches she does - Johana is tiny but mighty and puts a lot into her work. I was apprehensive in doing this review because Johana is a professional, sweet lady with great positive energy and is skilled - with her stretches being her strong suit; that's why I gave her 3 stars. I wish I had better things to say and Im bummed because I really like Johana as a person and would love for her to be my consistent massage therapist but unfortunately, it just wasn't the massage for me

I received a birthday gift for a massage and facial, and it ended up being a really lovely…read moreexperience. Booking was simple, and the reminder beforehand was appreciated. The front desk team was kind and welcoming, and I even got to relax in a massage chair before my appointment. My Swedish massage was calming, and Alyssa made me feel comfortable and cared for the whole time. I do not usually get facials, but I am glad I tried one. I got helpful advice about keeping my skin hydrated, which I really needed. The atmosphere, music, and overall feeling were peaceful and refreshing. It felt like a perfect bit of self care, and I left feeling relaxed and grateful.

Consumers beware of this place. I signed up for a membership over 6 months ago, and have had two…read moreissues with massages that were too short. My son and I booked two 45 minute massages a few months ago, and only received a 35 minute massage. When I spoke with the front desk they told me there would be 5 min taken off for consult and another 5 minutes for after the massage. When I called today to book two more 45 minute massages the owner, Jackie, answered the phone and told me they were no longer going to accommodate me and instead needed to book me for 60 minute massages. And that, the 60 minute massage was in fact only 50 minutes hands on, and they would need 5 minutes in the beginning and 5 minutes at the end of the session. I have been getting massages for 20 years and this is the first time I have ever heard of this. Typically the time for the massage starts once the therapist starts and you get your full time, whether it's 45 min or 60 min (not 10 minute less!). Beware of this place as you might get short changed on what you pay for. Not sure how this place has so many five star reviews as the owner was very rude on the phone.

I treated my wife to a massage here and she felt it was "So much more thorough than the other two…read moremassages I recently have gotten". The reviews here and online ring true--LA bodywork is not just a massage, they are considering a holistic approach to movement, massage, and consider your context and needs for treatment. They offered cupping as well as myofascial tissue release, and did a fantastic job. Thank you Rocio for doing such excellent work! Parking is not too tough to find on the streets nearby, and there is a small waiting room with some chairs. One note is that there is no clear signage for the establishment, but they are inside a different named business. This is all very clear on their website, but just in case I attached some pictures of the exterior for anyone who likes to know in advance.

I've been coming to LA Bodywork & Massage since 2022 and let me tell you, LisaMarie, Rocio, and the…read morewhole team are truly top-notch, and they intimately know their craft. Their understanding of anatomy is next level and it's true that this is NOT YOUR AVERAGE MASSAGE PLACE. I'm delighted that LisaMarie comes to the Sherman Oaks location a couple of days a week now as her skill level is unmatched and even though I don't see her as regularly as the other therapists due to my scheduling conflicts, I can tell you she's worth the wait. Think of LisaMarie as your 100K mile car maintenance; she really sets everything back in place and allows you to perform your best so you can perform in the long run. Rocio is also wonderful, very intuitive, and a true expert. I've been seeing her many times and always feel better when I leave the massage table. Thank you LA Bodywork!

I didn't have the goal of experiencing sexual arousal - I just wanted to relax. But this massage…read morebecame something more. It was an encounter with the body, which I had long since gotten out of the habit of. I felt warmth, current, a slight shudder, a response in the lower abdomen. But most importantly, it was beautiful. The master seemed to be keeping the line between passion and meditation, without going to either extreme. I left there with a slight dizziness and the feeling that I had been in another dimension.

I didn't know that the body could respond to touch so subtly. It was something between meditation…read moreand love play, but without sex. The master seemed to lead me through the labyrinths of her own perception, opening up new points of pleasure and peace. I was especially surprised by how powerfully even a light touch of the shoulders or neck affected me - the whole body seemed to connect to one rhythm. After the massage, I felt a pure vibration - as if the body was breathing on its own. I am incredibly grateful for this experience.

Jonathan was very professional. I did a one hour massage and it was very relaxing. Nice place and…read moregreat technique. Felt so much better after the massage.

I among the converted…read more As a self professed massage aficionado, I can claim Jonathan to be the most talented and intuitive masseuse on this planet, in addition to kind and genuine. Thank you Jonathan for sharing your gift.

I'm going to be very direct, because at this point the situation warrants it. I would give negative…read morestars if I could. Since the change in ownership, communication has been nearly nonexistent, and when responses do occur, they are consistently rude, dismissive, and condescending. This does not feel accidental, it feels intentional, as though customers are being pushed away rather than welcomed. What is most concerning is that the business no longer operates in a way that resembles a legitimate, professionally run massage practice. The lack of responsiveness, transparency, and basic customer care has reached a point where it raises serious questions about the purpose of the business at all. As a former loyal client, I now genuinely question whether this establishment is being run as a real massage business, or whether it is serving as a cover for something else entirely. That is not a conclusion I come to lightly, it is based on repeated experiences and a clear pattern of behavior. This place used to be excellent. The current operation has destroyed that trust completely. I am sharing this directly because what is happening now is not normal, not professional, and deeply concerning.

I found this place on group on. Me and my sister got a couple massage. They have great deals at…read moretheir location and will honor group on deals when you pay directly with them. The place is small with three massage rooms. It smells divine inside. I paid $150 for a couples massage which included the $40 tip I chose to provide. The massage was a combination of deep tissue, Thai style, and Swedish. The aromatherapy is a must. Only downside that made me give it 4 stars instead of 5 is that the deep tissue was too deep for me it was painful and not pleasant. She changed for pressure when I let her know it was too much! I recommend it was a 9 out of 10 for me. They have a running rate of $60 for 60 minutes.

Just came here for my second visit. The first time, I asked for a deep tissue massage. It was just…read moreokay, but I wanted to give this place another chance by trying their combo Thai and Swedish massage. I just got back from that experience (I called a few hours ahead and asked for Lisa per other Yelper's reviews) and wow I will be back! Her hands were like magic! I told Lisa I had upper back pain and bad posture from sitting at my desk for too many hours and she got to work right away on my knots like nobody's business. She checked in on me periodically, asking if the amount of pressure was good and how I was feeling. Prices are pretty good, comparable to other spots in the Valley. I will definitely be back for another combo Thai and Swedish massage.

Beautiful atmosphere, calming music. Everyone is lovely. Deep tissue massage with Tommy was…read moreperfect.