I've been seeing Kyra for years. She is talented at what she does. She's very in tune with clients…read moreand cares deeply about what she does. This shines through in any service you book with her.

I did the Reiki and Massage service with Kyra and oh my goodness... it was better than I expected…read more This was my first Reiki experience and everything she was saying resonated with me and what I'm going through. The tension in my body and mind being released was intense! She was probably drained after seeing me! Lol. she was amazing and so professional. The massage portion was amazing and I fell asleep. I feel like a brand new woman. I will definitely be going back!

The online group breathwork session was a wonderfully open experience that allowed me to release…read moreemotions safely. I'll definitely be doing sessions with April again! She was even able to tailor our group session to our specific intentions and goals. Loved it! April works from a place of love and you can definitely feel her support throughout the entire session!

I've now done 3 breath work sessions with April - 2 over zoom and 1 in person . Each time I'm…read morereminded how profound it is to tap into the medicine of Breathwork and how the answers to so many of our challenges come from within. One of my favorite aspects is I seem to always feel the presence of my lost loved ones during these sessions helping guide the session along side April. Aprils ability to hold space and make me comfortable enough to let out dark or twisted energy which allows me to return to a state of authenticity. Fair warning the session may bring up emotions that you've been hiding or suppressing so allow your self the rest of the day to relax in an ideal environment and process as much as possible. The music is very uplifting and takes your mind on a journey. Pain and discomfort leaves my mind and therefore the body relaxes too.

The Centered Spirit is a wellness center that according to their web site, because I wanted to get…read moreit right, focuses on healing traditions of Central America, Mexico and Europe. I won't go into everything they do because my main interest in coming here was to follow my acupuncturist who decided to move her practice here vs. the long, grueling commute to Lawrence. Acupuncture, massage therapy, those would be my personal interests, but there's far more here, and I may not be the one to go into those details. That might entail community classes, sauna therapy, Chinese medicine and other wellness practices. What I immediately liked though was one of the owners who took time to chat and show me around the building which is beautifully designed, very inviting and relaxing. They also house a French tea room near the entrance where you can peruse imported teas. Stepping into the interior is really to leave the busy area and Wornall behind. The sound insulation must surely be first rate because once inside, it's totally quiet and relaxing. I'll probably stick with my long-time massage therapist in Lawrence but if I was in Kansas City, I'd be looking to bring my service here. Everything about the place, the vibe, the people, the setting all seem to hit a sweet spot for me. I'm sure I'll be back.

It took me months to be able to share about this publicly because of how traumatic my experience…read morewith Alex at Centered Spirit was. I reported him to both the state and national board of massage therapy, but no action was taken (other than learning that he was not nationally certified, though he claimed to be). I think it's important to speak up against harmful behavior, so I'm sharing what happened here in an effort to avoid someone else experience the discomfort I did. BOTTOM LINE: There is a continued pattern of not respecting women and their bodies and thinking his (Alex's) knowledge and technique are more important than the experience of the client on the table.  MY EXPERIENCE: I had a Mayan Abdominal Massage with Alex Jackson in May 2022. I sought him out because he specialized in trauma-informed body work. At the beginning our session I brought up a concern I had around a negative Yelp review I read about him. His response - "it's hard to be a male therapist during #MeToo" - he said he even talked to a lawyer to see if he could remove the negative Yelp review about him. His inability to take responsibility was a red flag. I felt trapped to continue the session since I was already there (MY MISTAKE!). The reason I have not spoken to him directly about my complaint is because he proved in the conversation above that he cannot receive criticism or hold a respectful conversation about concerns brought to his attention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF COMPLAINT: 1. Claiming to heal trauma without being trauma-informed or trauma-responsive His sessions are structured in a way that elicit trauma through the extreme pressure he uses, the in-depth and intimate intake questions he asks around trauma and sex (such as have you been raped and how easily do you orgasm), and how he wants you to revisit the trauma while naked on his table and connected to your "inner little girl". He was acting like a therapist in a way that seemed to be an attempt to exert control over me. 2. Ignoring my boundaries At the beginning of the session, I asked him if he could use lighter pressure. I told him the pressure was too much, I was having trouble breathing and it hurt. Instead of respecting my freedom of choice (lighter touch) in the session, he told me the light pressure was just a "spa massage" and wouldn't provide any benefit. If I wanted the benefits from his work, he said it had to be deep pressure (that hurt). This felt like an exploitation of trust: that I was supposed to trust him because he was the therapist even though my experience of the session was painful.  The pressure that Alex used was unlike anything I have ever experienced. It literally took the breath from me. I was bracing myself every time he pushed down on my body. I could hardly speak, let alone advocate for myself, because he was working with such intense pressure it knocked the wind out of me.  Other than natural childbirth, I've never endured such physical pain. All the while, he kept saying "you're doing great sweetheart" (this was the first time I met him). 3. Continued dismissing feedback Toward the middle of the session, I started feeling dizzy and nauseous. I told him I get hypotensive easily and have a tendency to pass out. He told me my lightheadedness was not from my medical condition, but was from the extra oxygen I was breathing in. Every time he applied pressure (which was constantly) he told me to exhale. That required me to breathe fast, almost like I was hyperventilating. He did not do anything to help me feel less dizzy. At the end of the session my body was shaking uncontrollably and I was disoriented. He said that was common. Upon reflection of how the body can elicit a freeze response to trauma by shutting down and not feeling, he willingly seems like he's trying to induce this reaction in bodies to not feel anything and go numb by the sheer force of pressure he's exerting on our bodies. The amount of force and how it was applied felt abusive to my body and spirit. A massage worker creating a trauma response is not ok, especially when he's been notified the pressure is too intense.  The massage therapist is in a position of power as the practitioner and naked clients are much more vulnerable, especially in a healing space. 4. Dealing with physical and emotional effects after the session Because I've received a lot of bodywork before, I know that working on tissues can bring up emotions. The repercussions of my session with Alex Jones were completely different from other bodywork and energy work I've received. Instead of feeling relief or healing from this massage, I find myself feeling traumatized from it. I don't want anyone else to feel the way I did, which is why I'm sharing this.

I feel like finding the right person for a massage is no easy task! It requires trust, comfortably…read moreand someone who listens not just to your words but your body! Finding Sarai with Return to Eden has resulted in the best massage experience I've ever had. As a former athlete, someone who is still extremely active and has adhd & anxiety, I feel like I found the person who is perfect for me. I'm able to shut my brain down and Sarai really does listen to your body in real time to provide the most healing experience. She has such care for what you need and everything she does has a reason. I walk out feeling so restored and relaxed! Thank you so much Sarai for the passion in your craft! You're the best!

Tamara is a healer, and nothing short of magical. My wife set me up with a 90-minute massage…read more What an amazing gift, and pretty sure I'm not worthy! You'll start out with a consultation, to talk about any areas that need attention. Based on your conversation, Tamara will develop a game plan of what she feels will be most helpful for your session. There are a variety of massages and services to choose from. My wife utilizes Tamara as a nutrition coach, and perhaps more accurately a life coach. If you're lucky enough to become a client, you will find out first-hand what I'm talking about.

Tamara has such a wide knowledge base and passion for her work and continued learning and was so…read moregenerous in taking time with those skills and resources with me. She takes the time to get a holistic picture of what's going on for the individual. She has a wife variety of skills and trainings to address issues from many directions. I left my appointment feeling relaxed and better structurally aligned in my body, and feel confident that with continued visits I could make progress with my healing. I will definitely recommend her to friends.

Megan is great at working around my occasional fibromyalgia pain points, taking care not to cause…read morediscomfort as she loosens up my tense muscles. I always leave feeling so relaxed and restored. She will tailor each session to what needs attention at the time. Stress relief, abdominal issues, scalp massage, she always asks what is going on before we start. She adds aromatherapy to deepen the effect. She deserves the 5 stars.

Rebekah, the owner, quickly responded to questions ahead of time and really listened to me and my…read moregoals during my appointment. She is knowledgeable and skilled in energy and massage and her space is calm and relaxing. This was exactly the kind of experience I was looking for and will definitely return. I'd encourage everyone to try her out.

A True Healer -- Not Just a Massage Therapist…read more I had the most incredible myofascial session with Gwenn and I'm still feeling the benefits! She has such a deep understanding of the body -- not just muscles, but fascia, the lymphatic system, and the way everything connects. During my session, she worked with such precision and care, applying just the right amount of pressure in key areas to create a release I could feel through my whole system. This wasn't a "fluff" massage -- it was deep, intentional work from someone who has clearly invested in advanced training and truly understands the body. I left feeling lighter, freer, and more balanced. She is a true healer and a master at what she does! ‍

Highly experienced in multiple modalities, Fanny uses her intuition to address your health needs…read more Well worth the investment in yourself.

This was a great massage. I have had 3 and from the first to the third, I have left feeling so…read moremuch better. She works out my kinks and has helped me with some flexibility. Can't say enough about her.