Crystal has been my go-to massage therapist for years. She has a passion for healing and it shines…read morethrough in the work she does. Before beginning each massage she asks how your body is feeling and if there is any specific work you would like done. She also continually checks in during the massage to make sure you are comfortable and that she is using appropriate pressure. She has an amazing amount of certifications and can do any kind of massage you desire from Acupressure, Deep tissue, Hot Stone, to her latest Ashiatsu (massage with the FEET!). This is the one that I highly recommend! Crystal is conveniently mobile so she comes to you to massage in the comfort of your own home :) I would recommend anyone to go see Crystal and feel her work for yourself!

I started seeing Crystal about a 18 months ago, and since my first massage with her, I haven't seen…read moreanyone else for massage therapy. She helped my body heal from a series of surgeries I had in 2020/2021. She has a gentle, open demeanor and an empathetic touch which makes it easy to trust her throughout the massage. She makes sure to have open communication about what feels good and what doesn't; her space is peaceful and calming; and she's just a lovely person to be around. I always leave feeling at ease and better than when I came in. I cannot recommend her enough!

Amy is an amazing bodyworker. I hadn't had a massage in over…read morea year and my body was really hurting from stress and over-working. usually when I get a massage, I come out expecting to still have some aches and pains, as I know that it takes a while to undo tension and knots, etc. However, after coming out of a 1.5 hour massage with Amy, even several days later, I feel completely pain free and relaxed in my body. She is very attentive and professional, with a sweet disposition, and listens carefully, checking in regularly to your needs. I'm really glad I chose her as my first return to massage therapy. She is definitely one of, if not the best massage therapist I've ever gone to.

Hells yes!!! I've been seeing Amy for well over a year and I'm STILL in love!! Her techniques are…read moreamazing! Yesterday I walked in not able to turn my head at all but when I left I could. My neck and traps got looser and the pain decreased for the next 24 hours and now - it's almost gone! Amy - you are a miracle worker!!!! Will you marry me? JK - kind of... :)

Leaza has done a great job of creating a peaceful and serene setting for her work. She does a…read morewonderful job. Go Now!

Leaza seems to intuit exactly where to concentrate her efforts when she's giving me a massage…read more Once she finds a tight or tense spot, she'll work it through via her various techniques, in order to loosen the knot and free up movement. I absolutely love seeing Leaza for massage - it's one of life's best indulgences (necessities!). Highly highly recommended (by the way, a friend of mine recommended her to me, so she clearly has a loyal following).

We booked (3) massages with the fabulous Lowell ! Unfortunately, our vacation rental lost power and…read moreheat in the storm and we couldn't get all 3 in! Lowell and Tobi, the Bodywise owner, were graciously accommodating switching us to the studio and making everything smooth in a difficult situation! Will definitely use Bodywise in future!

I rarely write reviews, but after my horrific experience at The Bodywise Massage Inc. (1435 4th…read moreStreet Suite F, San Rafael, CA), owned by Tobi Lessem, I feel compelled to warn others. If you're seeking a place for relaxation, healing, or even basic professionalism, steer clear of this establishment. Tobi's incompetence, condescension, and outright dismissal of customer needs turned what should have been a restorative birthday treat into an emotional disaster. I'll detail exactly what happened so you can see why no one should ever trust her or her business with their well-being. In February, I texted Tobi to book a 2-hour massage for my birthday, which I treat myself to annually as a form of self-care. This year was particularly tough; I'd lost two incredibly close women in my life, leaving me in deep mourning, emotionally heavy, and profoundly vulnerable. I was counting on this session to help process that grief through therapeutic touch. Tobi confirmed the 2-hour booking via text, so I arrived excited for some much needed relief. The masseuse was a bit late, but she got me settled quickly, and we began. About an hour in, while I was face down, fully immersed in the massage, feeling those pent-up emotions finally starting to release, there was a sudden knock at the door. The masseuse stepped out, spoke briefly with Tobi, and returned to inform me that my session was over because the next client had arrived. Stunned, I reminded her of my 2-hour booking and offered to show proof from my texts. She stepped out again to relay this to Tobi, only to come back insisting it was just a 1-hour slot and I had to leave immediately. I was furious. Being yanked out of that vulnerable, healing state mid-session felt like a violent interruption to my emotional process. I got dressed and confronted Tobi in the lobby. I explained the booking error and showed her our text exchange proving the 2-hour booking. Even the other client, a gentleman who'd been double-booked over my time, overheard our conversation and graciously offered to reschedule, saying, "I'm sorry, it's your birthday, I don't want to interrupt that." But it was too late; Tobi had already forced me off the table and out of the room. Tobi acknowledged her mistake in booking me for only 1 hour instead of 2, but her response was shockingly condescending. She dismissed my concerns, saying she "had to make the call" and would prioritize the other client, essentially telling me to she didn't care. When I expressed how deeply disappointed and hurt I was, especially given my personal circumstances, she had the audacity to retort, "If this is the worst thing that's ever happened to you, you're lucky." Appalling doesn't begin to describe it. Here I was, raw and exposed, and she minimized my pain with a flippant remark that showed zero empathy. Later, Tobi sent a follow-up email that only compounded the insult. I've attached a copy here so you can see her mindset in her own words. Read that again: "We are not interested in good customer service." She openly admits her business prioritizes some vague "community" notion over basic respect for paying clients. She assumed the other client's "medical massage" needs trumped mine without knowing anything about my own emotional and physical state, as if grief and vulnerability aren't valid reasons for care. I paid for the full hour I received, but the damage was done: my birthday self-care ritual was ruined, and I left feeling more broken than when I arrived. This isn't just a simple scheduling mix-up; it's a glaring display of arrogance, poor management, and a complete lack of accountability. Tobi's actions show she values her own judgment over evidence (like text proof) and client feelings. In a field like massage therapy, where trust and sensitivity are paramount, this level of disregard is dangerous. Psychologically, interrupting a session mid-flow can exacerbate emotional distress, turning a healing space into a traumatic one. If she treats vulnerable clients this way, imagine how she'd handle yours. Do not give Tobi Lessem or The Bodywise Massage Inc. your time, money, or trust. There are plenty of compassionate, competent massage therapists in San Rafael who actually care about their clients. Save yourself the heartbreak, avoid this place entirely. 1 star, and that's generous.

I owe my body an apology. Despite being battered, bruised and dented, I rarely change the oil or…read moreinflate the tires. Instead, that nagging shoulder and those snaps, crackles and pops in the neck have become part of the landscape. They're there. No spandexed yoga class to adjust the ouch or pilates technique to tune that hurt. It's my fault. I take full responsibility. But, despite the neglect, after a single session with Tobi, my body thanked me. (Hallmark cards, presents and balloons of gratitude). I've had massages before and they felt good... But, I honestly didn't experience the benefits beyond an hour or two. With Tobi, it was different. She worked on that shoulder until the rust came off. She worked on the neck until it stopped sounding like Rick Krispies. After the work, I could lift my arm THIS high without wincing and I was a mere 4 inches from touching my toes. Thinking about a massage? Make an appointment with Tobi. She listens. She understands. She's good. (And... your body will send you presents).

Tobi is amazing! She is not only an incredibly talented massage therapist, but she's also a genuine…read moreand awesome person. Tobi comes to my office once a month and does such good work on areas that are especially hurting --really working out and tending to my back and shoulders. She always takes care to check in about how I'm doing and remembers where my most sensitive areas are. I highly recommend Tobi -- plus she will come to your house and do a private massage!!

OUTSTANDING!!!!! The moment i walked in I was transported…read moreinto pure tranquility!! :) The front desk assistant was really sweet and he spoke to us about the different massages as well as offered recommendations on what massages are best on either table or platform. I got the Thai Therapeutic Bodywork which was on a platform and my body has NEVER FELT BETTER!!!!! I cant remember the name of the sweet lady I had but she was AMAZING! She really dialed into my body to feel the knots and kinks and took the time to massage them, use hot stones and various stretching techniques to work them out. I was also super impressed with the perfect amount of pressure she used and she checked in periodically to make sure I was ok ;) I love a great massage but cannot tell you how many places I have gone that claim to do "bodywork" and its just a decent massage. But this Thai Therapeutic Bodywork was ACTUAL OUTSTANDING AUTHENTIC BODYWORK! Like legit bodywork!!!!!! Whether you sit on your butt at a computer all day, or if you're churning concrete....GET TO NORTH THAI BODYWORK & THAI MASSAGE! Your body, mind and spirit will thank you!! TRUST ME!

Such a kind welcome. They helped me pick the right massage. My therapist was excellent and I felt…read morea little sore initially but slept great that night and today I feel so much better I think the therapeutic massage with coconut oil and tiger balm even helped me avoid ticks on a hike later that afternoon ( my hiking companions had 4 each and I had none most likely just luck but who knows?)

I absolutely love this place, it is my official go to massage spot. Every masseuse there does…read moreexcellent work (very authentic Thai styles of massage), is very kind, and the front desk is always very welcoming and helpful. I've gotten a lot of work done by Mike who does exceptional deep tissue work that genuinely reminds me of the best massage I had in Thailand. I also love regularly working with Palmy who is super sweet and does a fantastic relaxing, therapeutic message. The interior is also gorgeous with each room being well decorated, calming ambience, and great for a relaxing session. Would highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a great massage in the area!

I don't really leave reviews ever but it truly was THAT GOOD. It differed largely from many of the…read moremassages I've gotten in the past and I don't even know how. I just know I kept thinking "oh my god is this what they're really supposed to feel like?" Before our session, Jasmine asked me if I would like medium or firm pressure and if there were any spots I'd like to focus on. I asked for medium because I was pretty tender and my upper and lower back needed some attention. There wasn't a single time I needed her to use more or less pressure it was like she knew exactly what my body needed and even found areas I didn't know needed more attention and addressed them. There was a moment the traditional peaceful music you expect at spas ended up turning off and instead of feeling the need to impulsively step away to go fix it, she was focused on my shoulders and it was clear she was very attentive to my care. As someone who was having a significant pain flare from a chronic pain disorder, as well as being bed bound from surgery and just returning back to work causing my entire body to be in severe pain, I am shocked at how I never had to grit my teeth and how calm my body felt after. I'm writing this having just coming home and the warm, peaceful feeling from my nerves is something I never experience having a medical condition that fires them off. The completely open availability plus amazing service will definitely have me returning. Thank you jasmine and the kind staff up front for the help!

Mayumi is an incredibly versatile and extremely compassionate masseuse. I have gone to her for…read morelower back issues and by the time I've left her I have been out of pain. I have gone to her for other specific body aches and challenges and she used a variety of techniques, not stopping until my pain was alleviated. I have also gone to her for general massage and she is perfect at adjusting her pressure according to the massage she is giving. When I leave her after a relaxation massage, I've been so relaxed I didn't want to ruin it by driving but then found that it lasted through driving and throughout my day! I could not recommend Mayumi more highly. Along with her excellent professional skills, she is kind, caring, always authentically good humored and brings light to everything she touches.