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 have been seeing Karen for massage for many years and have recommended her to friends and several…read morefamily members, all give her rave reviews, including me. She is incredibly skilled, compassionate, and definitely has "the touch." Her new space is quiet and has natural light. The whole experience is relaxing and nourishing. Because of this, you do need to plan ahead a week or so because she books up.

Karen is a real find! Very intuitive, trusted her on the spot. Slept for 10 hours straight after…read moreher amazing massage. I have referred her to many, so book while you can! Pretty soon, she is going to have a waiting list a mile long...and I am not kidding! Specializes in massage therapy, hot stone, energy work and Thai Yoga Massage. You can also reach her at pranamassage@gmail.com

I loved my experience at Sunbird Massage Therapy…read more I have been treated by Tasha a couple times a while back and she's great so I recently decided to see her again at her new business. My first feeling on entering the office was one of calm serenity. The whole atmosphere in the office was peaceful and soothing, and Tasha's space is a lovely, clean, and soft setting with just the right touch of nature elements that give it a bit of the feeling that you're in a warmer sunnier climate. And I loved the soothing music selection. Tasha's space mirror's her own inner qualities. She has a gentle, patient, and attentive manner that puts you at ease. She is very easy to talk to and yet stays professional and focused on you as the patient. She seems to have it just right in the communication and flow of her work. From finding out what I wanted to focus on at the beginning, to her being responsive to physical or verbal feedback on the massage throughout, and finally to her helpful information in the end. The massage was very detailed and thorough, extending to other parts of my body that are connected to those problem areas. It was also very relaxing, and I learned this time that relaxation is where healing happens, and conversation is limited during the massage for that purpose. One thing that I really appreciate with Tasha is that each time I have seen her, I learn more about my body, the causes for pain, and what will correct it. This time she pointed out my hip posture orientation and recommended stretches and clarified how to sit correctly. At my work the following day I paid attention to my sitting position. Between the massage and me shifting my posture for one day, I noticed a significant reduction in lower back pain. I highly recommend Tasha. She takes excellent care of her patients and doesn't seem to overlook any element of the process: a beautiful experience from beginning to end.

GREAT massage therapy! Tasha may be the best massage therapist of any in my experience. Great…read morecommunication, gets an idea of what you want to accomplish, and checks in throughout the session. I notice changes post-session, both short- and long-term. Excellent sensitivity to pressure, really lets me "breathe into it," if it's an area where I want to apply deep pressure, and keeps things less intense if I don't. I got massage therapy with Tasha at another location, and am overjoyed she opened Sunbird as her own studio. Supporting an independent business owner is truly the icing on the cake. Looking forward to many future sessions!

Mia is nothing short of magic. Her deep tissue work is intense, and very, very healing. I have…read moremultiple physical concerns, and Mia consistently works to the level that I need, never too much, never, ever too little. She will take into account where I am with each session - when my tendinosis acts up, I get hand work as a focus. When I am exhausted from 12 - 14 hours of screen time, I get peace, quiet, and my muscles stretched and relaxed. I have been getting massages for decades. Mia is very simply the top of her field. COVID precautions are fantastic. She tests regularly and takes all possible health and safety measures, even wearing an apron and staying masked. The face cradle has a built-in "mask" so I can lower mine for the face down part. That works really well. Also, if you like cupping, or have never tried it, it is AMAZING. OK, when it is over you kind of look like you lost a fight with an octopus, but it seems to pull the tension right out of my back! I've had mobile sessions at my home, and sessions at her studio. Both are wonderful, and she could not be more accommodating!!!!

Amazing massage! Mia knows just the right amount of pressure to use and is very intuitive. Highly…read morerecommend!

Laura is a miracle worker!!! With her knowledge, expertise and impressive experience as a body…read moreworker, she healed a years long medical issue in my upper back/shoulder. I am so lucky to have found her! Anyone who goes to her will have their life changed for the better with any body aches or issues they may have. She is very intuitive and keyed into the body's anatomy that she was able to precisely find my hidden aches and pains and really get to the root of my issue. I highly recommend Laura!

Laura Cohen is Well Being Bodywork. I chose her because she is close to my house, and I really…read morelucked out because she is amazing. My massage therapy is more of a long term medical treatment than for relaxation and Laura has helped my body feel so much better in my sessions with her. She is polite, knowledgable, a great communicator, and is very professional. I would reccommend her to anyone seeking massage therapy.

I am about to move to another state. One of the things I will miss about Seattle is Lanz and their…read moregreat staff. Tim and Craig are both amazing. Long-time professionals with a ton of exp. And the owner Loretta is so nice and accomodating. Thank you for all the amazing massages! I am eternally grateful.

Over priced. Mediocre massage, better places to find in the area. Nothing good to say really. Do…read moresome research for a better massage and decent pricing.

Sydney is great and really tries to understand what you need to be worked on. I have been seeing…read moreher for over half a year and have seen a great improvement to my back and shoulder. I have had lots of tension on my shoulders and back area and she does a great job at loosening the tight knots and is able to find knots I didn't even think I had! After she works on those spots, the tension is greatly decreased and I am left feeling a whole lot better both physically and mentally. She also was the one that noticed the distinct length difference between my legs (my right leg was about 1 inch shorter than my left leg) and did some leg and hip work which was very much needed and suggested I get an adjustment at my chiropractor which made a world of a difference. She is very professional and always makes sure you are comfortable with the pressure of her massages and anything different she may be trying. Plus, the area is really cute and has a lot of neat shops and food places around and is lovely to walk around before/after your appointment! I definitely recommend seeing Sydney if you have any massage therapy needs!

The absolute worst. Sarah and Sydney are barely experienced and posses no actual strength to…read moremassage you. The lightest of pressures was applied for a deep tissue session. A complete waste of time and money. At $200/90 minutes, this has to be a joke or scam. Go elsewhere! And give me my money back

I received my first massage from Joe today. I felt comfortable around him right away, which helped…read moreme to relax. One thing that I definitely noticed is that there was very little chit chat during the massage. Just a little brief chit chat here and there. I appreciated that not only because Joe wasn't too chatty (he and I did chat a little bit here and there, though, which was nice), but because I have received massage from over 70 massage therapists in the Seattle area over the past 20 years, and there are very few therapists that I feel comfortable enough with during the FIRST session to not feel at all compelled to chat with the therapist quite a bit during my massage. I usually want to know who is massaging me! I get curious about the person!! Haha. I can honestly say I've never received a massage quite like the massage that I received today from Joe. I enjoyed some interesting stretches, some neck work that felt very needed, and some great mid-to-low-back bodywork. Part of my Deep Lomi Style massage was done with me positioned side-lying - my favorite position in which to receive massage. I had checked in advance with Joe via e-mail about his safety procedures, and they're sound. He was able to leave the window open (at my request) during my massage, and he had an air purifier going also. He wore a mask for the entire duration of the intake, the massage, and the check-out. The music was soft, not too loud or intrusive, and it provided a lovely background noise. The lighting was perfect for me, I prefer the lighting to be slightly darker in the massage room since it's more relaxing for me that way. Joe checked in about the level of pressure, and he was very open and responsive to my feedback - which he strongly encouraged me to give - about level of pressure, position of my body and head on the table, preference for bolstering, any areas to avoid or go lightly on, type of oil used, and anything else that made the massage experience truly special. I felt that Joe went above and beyond to make sure that I felt cared for and attended to. Usually when I review a massage therapist here on yelp, I explain that I graduated from Port Townsend School of Massage in 2016 - however, I have never practiced massage professionally, since my life ended up going in a different direction at that time. So, I know a bit more about massage therapy than someone who doesn't have this particular educational background. I enjoyed my massage with Touch Factor Massage and Bodywork, I would receive massage from Joe again, and I would highly recommend this business to anyone who wants a truly unique and special massage experience.

Best massage therapist in Seattle!…read more If you want someone who knows how your body works and can explain it to you, while making your feel comfortable throughout the whole process, go to Joe. Best body work.