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.

Written by Deann Lawson My husband and I moved to the area…read morelast year and I began a new physically strenuous career. I'm a strong believer in the healing power of regular massage and with my new aches and pains I knew it was important to find a great massage therapist. I struck gold when I found Lauren. I've been getting regular massages with her for months now and she has helped me with many different issues. Lauren's massages are not only relaxing but extremely effective in relieving my aches and pains. I would highly recommend Lauren to everyone, whether you have a specific issue that needs addressing or are just in need of some major relaxation. She's the best!

I had some pretty intense back pain from a heavy day of gardening, and finally decided to get a…read moremassage. Booked an hour with Lauren, and felt much better afterwards.

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'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.

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!

I've had a lot of massages because I get a lot of upper back pain and tension. And there is nothing…read moremore annoying than a light massage. I need a massage therapist who can do deep tissue like they mean it and that is Tara. She seems to have a talent for just knowing where the knots and problem areas are and working on them until you feel like you're in a completely different body. She is very professional, knows what she is doing, explains what she's doing thoroughly, asks all the right questions, and also has great hours and introductory deals to give her a try. Oh and the office is super cute, tidy, clean and relaxing. Can't wait for my next appointment. Oh and she takes insurance including Aetna, but you can pay for an add on half hour if you want to go longer and have her work on parts of your body that are not being treated (on insurance).

Holly offers experienced , quality therapeutic massage. Her treatments are too notch and effective…read more I have been seeing her for years, and can vouch for her excellent massages each and every time !

Fantastic care and quality! I had such a good experience here and I intend to come back. Location…read morewas cute and cozy.

I highly recommend Laura! She's attentive, empathetic, and made our first session together a…read morewonderful experience. Plus, her choice of music was great. I'll def be coming back!

I've tried working with a few massage therapists before meeting Laura. My experience w/ her has…read morebeen amazing. She's extremely warm, inviting and kind making for a super comfortable session. Highly recommend scheduling some time with her.

Myesha was amazing! I received a postpartum massage and she did not play around. I felt drunk after…read morethe massage with all the good chemicals/hormones flowing through my body. It's been a while since I have had a massage, like years, so my body really needed it and she knew exactly how to help me. She was able to provide deep tissue massage and attend to some really difficult points in my body. I can't wait to go back! It started with some time in a sauna and then moved to the massage table where she used essential oils and coconut oil. I'm big on all natural and organic products so this was perfect! I normally use coconut oil as a moisturizer for my body so it was perfect! I didn't feel like I had all kinds of weird massage oils ruining my clothes after.

Myesha is a pro and as real as they come. For athletes specifically, I cannot recommend her…read moreservices enough. I play basketball and my mobility and posture improved dramatically after just one session. I honestly felt taller after our session. If you have any stress points in your body, you don't even have to tell her since she will notice them right away and work them out in the massage. If you are struggling with recovery times or feel like you need some stress or trauma released from your body, look no further. She is one of the more conscious people I have met and is very experienced at what she does. Come ready to laugh, cry, and think about life if you choose to do so. A real professional!!

Sara really knows her stuff! I had a massage with her earlier this month & it had to be one of the…read morebest massages I have ever I had. Not once during the massage did I feel like the pressure was too much & she had consistent, firm pressure the whole time which I really enjoyed. She got all my tight spots, & I felt significantly more relaxed after the massage. Sara's new new office space is beautiful, & she provides a relaxing environment for the massage. I highly recommend her to anyone is search of a high quality deep tissue massage!

Sara Akerlund is a spectacular massage therapist! During today's session I was transported into a…read moredeep state of relaxation and comfort. My aches and pains really felt as though they had melted away. She applies as much pressure as you need (even if you need a strong touch). The room is very clean and comfortable. I always look forward to her massages and recommend her highly!