I recently returned for a 90 minute massage with Tony after 1 year since my last (and first massage). My first experience with Tony was awesome and unlike any other massage experience I've had! This visit exceeded my last one! The massage area is really cool and eclectic with every square inch covered with messages, chimes, lights, sounds that call in good energy into the space. It would be hard to imagine not feeling immediately calm in the space. We sat down to chat briefly before my service and I was invited to pull a tarot card and read about its meaning before we began. It resonated with my current situation. My actual massage experience was multi-faceted and multi-modal. Tony guided some parts with a guided meditation, and at some points assisted breath work for deeper releases. I honestly don't want to spill the beans with all of the special treats that come along in this massage experience so that other therapists aren't tempted to co-opt the approach! I think the benefit of Tony operating out of his own facility is that he can control how and what he offers in his service offerings without having to follow a cookie cutter approach for exactly the same thing for every customer! Definitely recommend trying his services and I will return! read more

Tony is extremely respectful and professional. Not to mention... he is the nicest and sweetest guy. He has such passion for what he does and it's obvious that he really cares about helping his clients. There's such a nice vibe there too. Very soothing music, calming scents and all the things. Basically, you are transported into paradise :) He has helped my mental and physical health so much and I hope others will get the same benefits I did. read more

The Love Warrior - Perfect chill vibes. You'll thank me later - A bedroom features dim, colorful lighting with artwork on the walls, a bed with a patterned blanket, and a nightstand with various objects and a lamp. - Yoga Near Me - Evanston, Illinois

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Tony is a gifted and passionate healer who treats the entire human being -- the mind, body and spirit. I especially appreciated the time and care he took to understand my background, situation and my goals before we even got started. I also like the space and his wonderful array of oils. Working with Tony is truly a one-of-a-kind experience and I am looking forward to our future sessions. read more

Tony is amazing at his craft! He is very patient, insightful, powerful, kind and respectful. Our session was AMAZING. He knew actually how to deal with whatever came up during our session. It was life changing, afterwards he takes the time to talk, if you need the space to process your experience. This man is one of a kind beautiful soul. He's everything you need to heal and transform into higher states of greatness. Highly recommended!! read more

Tony is a highly skilled practitioner of healing bodywork, but he is so much more. He treats the whole person, including body and mind, with an empathetic and intuitive sense of what you need. It is truly an experience unlike any other that I've had, and I have become a repeat client. Tony seems to be helping me to find a better balance in my life. This guy is amazing, and I highly recommend him! read more

Tony is a talented and gifted bodyworker. I came to him in a lot of pain. I have Fibromyalgia along with many other painful conditions. I'm also going through a lot of life changes right now. When I called and explained what I needed, Tony was very calm and reassuring on the phone. I booked "A Long Hello" which was a 90-minute session that incorporated many different styles of massage with some Reiki and spiritual tones to it. His layout was professional and he had all the accouterments for comfort. The table had a nice warmer and padding, the linens were fresh and very soft. I was greeted warmly by Tony (wearing a mask!) as was I. He even left a fresh mask and mint on the table so that I had clean sterile things that touch me. He sanitized my hands at the door :) We sat outside a few minutes to talk about what parts I felt needed work. He told me a bit about what to expect. After I was situated on the table, between the laid back music, breeze, and the scent of incense, I started my deep breathing and self-soothing. (In preparation for the massage). If you've read any of my other massage reviews you may recall I am a former therapist myself. Due to my health, I can't practice. However, it makes me one heck of a picky client. I know what a great treatment feels like. I also know what a terrible or mediocre treatment can do for a person. So I try to focus on the beginning and hope for the best. Every time you try a new therapist it's a gamble. Tony did not disappoint in the least. He was professional. He was gentle and yet very strong. His style is nurturing and he encouraged me to release my pain in whatever form it might be. I tend to cry when I feel the pain leave. Or rather as the pain intensified to the point that I could feel the muscle start to melt and give way to his pressure...that intense sensation usually makes me cry. Well, Tony brought out the waterworks in me! I can't share the intimate details of the pain or what I had to try to let go of. But I can share that what I received was healing, therapeutic, and only possible with a highly skilled practitioner. At the end of the massage, he offered me water, time to sit, collect myself. Tony was a gracious host. I hope (very sincerely) to be able to continue receiving treatments from him in the future. With all the extra anxiety, fear and tension COVID has brought to all of our lives, healing is an amazing gift (if you can give it or receive it). I have been a fastidious shelter in place person since Feb. 28th of this year! I never go anywhere without a mask (and btw- getting a massage even face down in the cradle with a mask was NO BIG DEAL- even when I was crying and snotting. I simply asked for a tissue, turned my head, did my biz, sanitized my hands, and put my mask back on. If I can, you can;) As I was saying, try not to let your fears of COVID keep you from self-care. Tony is practicing all the proper protocols for hygiene. He even has an ozone machine that he uses to scrub the air. If anywhere felt "safe", I certainly felt it there. Take care of yourself and take care of those around you! read more

Best massage - and I've had many! Just the right pressure and extras like sage and a facial mask. A bit hard to get to, but worth it!

World class gifted Healer and massage therapist. If you want to healing and new changes and openings in your life...RUN...dont walk...to sign up for a series of sessions with Tony. Tony is compassionate, kind, and extremely gifted at what he does. Several years ago he helped start me on the path to healing from trauma and reclaiming my power! The words AMAZING And GIFTED don't do him justice! He is one of a kind. read more

Had a great massage with Tony. I made an appointment online with ease and sent a note that I had surgery on my left shoulder, so I wanted to focus on the knots. When I walked in to the studio, it was unexpected, peaceful and calming music playing in the background. We had a discussion about my surgery, if I had restrictions, any concerns etc, also asked what type of music I would like during the session. First massage experience with aromatherapy and tuning fork, I liked that he was knowledgeable and explained what he was doing when he he was working on my left shoulder. Overall, experience was great and the next day my left shoulder was loose and relax, I will totally return. read more

Does anyone know Glennon Doyle the writer? She has a book called Love Warrior. When I googled the book this massage location in my town popped up in the search and I realized I've been walking past the place for years since I live around the corner. So I've always known Tony was there but I have never once considered making an appointment. That is until Monday, July 19. I was in so much pain and I'd had two standard massages in the last month plus Chiropractic visits and nothing worked. Ninety minutes with Tony worked. The pain is almost completely gone. I traveled to a different dimension in such a deep state of relaxation. The sounds, the massage techniques, the space - everything was amazing. I can't wait to go back. Vibration therapy works. I was skeptical but I'm here to tell you the pain is gone. Thank you Tony! read more

This place is great! The best experience ever! He is passionate about his job and you feel it the moment you step inside his studio. I also had a session with Niko and really really enjoyed it. Seriously the best massage place in Evanston. read more

These days I've been feeling like I'm 100 years old with my lower back. It had gotten worse to the point the pain traveled to my hips and was feeling terrible. In an effort to help myself, I made an appointment with the Love Doctor after seeing many wonderful reviews. I have to say, the message was Phenomenal! Nicole is so talented and by the time it was over I felt like I could walk on clouds. I wish I could take her home with me! However, leading up to that point I was a bit skeptical. There is no good waiting spot outside. They are right on Green Bay road and it is a bit crazy with all the traffic. If I am being honest, I didn't realize it was in someone's house or more like someone's garage with clutter everywhere and strange decor. The environment threw me off, especially when I was changing and could see men outside doing construction behind a see through curtain! It made me feel a little nervous while being there. I had to duck for cover quick! Finally Nicole came out, she put me at ease with her lovely personality, music, and the nice smelling oils. I loved the scalp message, she melted away my stress. My back and hip feel much better thanks to her. I could at least close my eyes and pretend I was on a beach or somewhere really nice. If I could just give a review of Nicole it would be 5 stars for sure. I actually had to wait almost 2 months for this appointment, because they only do one message at a time since space is small. If they got a better location I would probably be a regular here! read more

One of the best massages I've ever had. Tony really helped me to relax both physically and mentally. He coached me through some major sore spots and left me feeling so rejuvenated. The session is so much more than a massage; it really is a mind to body experience. Be prepared to release any negative energy and move forward with life. Can't wait to go back! read more

I booked an appointment online and due to a little glitch, the online booking system created a double-booking issue. This immediately prompted Tony to give me a call to explain and reschedule my appointment. This turned out for the best because in that call we got an opportunity to talk a bit and I felt quite a warm connection with him right away. I began to get excited about our appointment, which got re-booked for the very next day (I was worried I would have to wait a few days). When I arrived at his private-residence studio, I felt at ease right away. Tony's gentle & caring spirit, the soothing music, and crystals all around the space drew me in. We began the session by talking about my story (i.e., what led me there, what was ailing me, etc.) and what I hoped to gain in our visit. Refreshingly, this discussion went deeper than the superficial. He asked thoughtful questions; and with patience and engagement, he listened to me. I felt like Tony really wanted to understand me a little better as a person, in order to employ the best combination of treatment(s) to help me experience relaxation and healing. When we moved to the table work, I deliberately kept an open mind. I had a feeling this was going to be a new kind of massage experience for me and the way my mind works sometimes, "new" can cause me to overthink and over-analyze. Basically, "new" can sometimes make me stress out -- the very reason I needed a relaxing massage. This experience was very, very different from any massage experience I've had so far...in THE most beautiful way! The aromatherapy massage, sage smoke, tuning fork, and other mystical goodies literally took me deeper into myself and outside of myself at the same time in way that felt healing and reunifying. Tensions were relieved - my muscles were no longer in knots. PLUS, I felt a release of stale energy replaced by an infusion of bright, fresh energy that literally felt like my soul lit up. I'm telling you -- this was an amazing experience! I'm grateful for meeting Tony. He is a gift to world. I look forward to many, many future appointments with him! *Still hearing 'I AM Light' from Tony's playlist, "I Am Light. I Am Light...My Soul Inside is All Light...I Am Light...". What a beautiful song* read more

Tony is an incredible healer. He intuitively uses his many gifts, skills, and modalities to create an incredibly unique and powerful healing experience. This is much more than "just a massage." Set powerful intentions and the universe will meet you there through Tony. read more

This is my third massage at Love Warrior and my masseuse is "Neko" and it was wonderful. Neko didn't disappoint for every visit. It is one of the best, if not the best massage that I have had in a very long time. Neko pays attention to every part of your body, including the head, face, ears, which is rare. Most massages don't bother with the head and face, but to me, it's very important because it adds to the "completeness" of the massage. Also, after lying on my front and have my face pressed down on the pillow for 30 mins or so, my face can use the massage to feel better. The reason I am giving 4 stars is the lack of the aromatheraphy w/the essential oil and the use of the chime, which I received the last 2 times, which totally completes the entire sensorial experience for me. Otherwise, great massage. read more

I've been receiving bodywork and healing in some form for 20 years. Tony the Love Warrior is on my short list of practitioners I hold in the highest regard. He holds an impeccable space for growth and transformation, and his bodywork is both thorough and intuitive. While I have many 'a-ha' moments during a session, I always leave the table with a sense of renewal and presence. A session with the Love Warrior is not just a massage, but an experience! read more

Life is strange and wonderful and unexpected. I made an appointment with Tony not knowing what to expect...going in with an open mind. So glad I did. The minute I walked into his massage studio, there was a sense of peace. We had a discussion about what concerns I was having, and we went from there. Everything from the sage burning to the aromatherapy...and even the music brought so much calm when I most needed it. Conversation was light and easy. His hands are magic and I'm looking forward to future appointments. I've gone through countless massage therapists, and Tony has ended my search. Thanks again and be well. read more

The best massage that I've ever had in my entire life!! I'll definitely be back and I am recommending it to everyone I know!

Tony is kind and caring. The massage was preceded with a conversation that was healing in and of itself...and that was before any contact was made. There is a peace and depth about Tony and the massage was energizing and calming all at the same time. I felt a greater balance following the massage that lasted for days. read more

Tony is so kind and my massage was great! I would definitely go back and may also buy one for my friend as a birthday gift.

Tony has a super soothing and kind presence, and I have felt more balanced and calm after his massages. I also so appreciate his adjusted rates for social workers! His approach incorporates aromatherapy, energy work, tuning forks which I think adds to the experience as healing and centering. read more

At first I didn't know what to expected but after the relaxing conversation and the calming atmosphere that Tony welcomes you into, I was very pleased and satisfied with the outcome of my session, so much I felt as if I was walking on clouds when I left. I would say to those of you who need a renewal try this young man he is wonderful. read more

Massage was wonderful and Tony was very professional. Such a welcoming person and I felt totally at ease talking with him about my ailments. He seems passionate about helping to heal people. I initially tried the business because of a groupon. I have already booked two more sessions to help relieve stress and overall muscle stiffness. read more

I scheduled an appointment with Tony after reading reviews on Yelp and another site. His place was a bit hard to locate as it's a private residence not a storefront. But the service itself is very nice, it is a Swedish massage that incorporates some stretching and aromatherapy (that other places charge extra for, Tony does not). The massage is very soothing and relaxing, check out the website for an introductory offer - it's a price point that's hard to beat. read more