I could not find Wendy's shop, and went to a place that I thought was hers. Afterwards, I left a message saying I couldn't find her place, as there was no signage anywhere. So not only did I have to pay for a full price somewhere else, and parking, but she charged me as well, even though she didn't touch me as well. I do not know how she could charge me even though I couldn't find her. would not recommend her name on a sign at all. read more

Wendy is such a pro and has so much experience under her belt, and it really shows. She always asks and listens to how I'm feeling and what I think I need worked on, and she takes it from there. Her office also exudes a very calming and welcome atmosphere. Wendy's treatment goes above and beyond just my bi-weekly appointments. She gives great advice on what can be done in my day-to-day life to help minimize my chronic back and neck pain. I feel that she's always looking out for her patients and wants what is best for them. An added bonus is she's so fun to talk with! I always look forward to my visits with her. read more

This is the type of response you will get from Wendy when you email her after a first session with your concerns about how your session was handled as a chronic pain patient. I can't believe how incredibly rude, disrespectful and insensitive she is. Anyone in pain, run from Wendy Sobol. read more

Wendy Sobol, LMP - A response from Wendy when I emailed with concerns from our session. - Massage Therapy Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Wendy is a great massage therapist. She provided valuable tips on managing and improving posture at work. As someone who sits down for long hours at work this was very useful. She then proceeded to target specific problem areas on my back/neck and this gave me immediate relief. Her office and massage area are well maintained and clean. Make sure to book your appointment well ahead of time - she is very popular! Amazon employees can use their insurance here (just need to have your doctor/nurse fax over a referral). read more

Wendy Sobol, LMP - Massage Therapy Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I booked an appointment with Wendy and accidentally wrote down on my calendar the wrong date. I did not get any reminder emails etc leading up to my appointment. Instead, I got a super unprofessional email from Wendy that literally just said "way to book an appointment and not show..." I had this appointment on my calendar for the following week which is my fault! However, I was shocked at the response. No, hey you missed your appointment! Or a typical response you'd get from a professional establishment when you've accidentally missed an appointment. I fully recognize this impacts schedules and salary etc. However, mistakes happen sometimes! Had she emailed in an actual professional manner I would have explained this. I will clearly not be booking with her again or recommending her to any of my clients. read more

Amazing. So happy I got in. Thank you thank you thank you. Helping with my headaches and backaches from being rear ended is life changing

First of all, I cannot say enough about Wendy's services. I highly recommend her! She is intuitive, experienced and clearly excels at her profession. She gets a 5+ Star rating from me!! My background with her and her services: I found Wendy online randomly over 7 years ago when searching for local massage therapists years ago. Her website was professional, her booking process was easy, and frankly, I just liked her sweet caring smile from her website picture! I have been to dozens of massage therapists over the years for back chronic back and neck issues. And Wendy is one of THE VERY BEST there is! Over the years, I developed severe stenosis and bone spurs from arthritis in my neck. Two years ago, I finally had Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ASDF) surgery to fuse my C5-6 and C6-7 . After recovery, I continued to see Wendy for therapeutic massage for ongoing pain relief. I can assure you, Wendy is VERY familiar with patients who have chronic pain and past surgeries. She is an experienced practitioner who understands her clients, and listens to what they say (and what they don't say). I trust her completely! Although I pay for my services out of pocket without insurance, Wendy is one of the few massage therapists around who even takes insurance!! Good luck finding someone who does!! She works with a TON of clients who have been injured and who are in pain and she knows her stuff! If you know anything about insurance you know that not only is it a shit ton of paperwork for a practitioner to bill insurance for you, it should be noted that the practitioner gets a fraction of their normal fees when they DO take insurance. If you a are complaining about a $20 co-pay because you're using insurance... you should look around more! She is serving an underserved community and one should be thankful to be getting nearly 'free' massages from someone of Wendy's skill. And if you miss an appointment with any sole practitioner and it was YOUR fault for writing down the wrong date, that is on you!! Wendy's calendar is booked out weeks and weeks in advance because she is THAT good. You missing an appointment means not only did you waste Wendy's time (and impact her income), but you also took the spot of someone who DID respect Wendy's time and deserves some tender care from her. read more

Wendy is amazing. I came to her for postpartum back pain which she worked wonders on. She even let me bring my baby to the massage since I was on maternity leave! Wendy is skillful, professional, and kind. She also accepts insurance with a prescription! I highly recommend! read more

Due to horrible posture my entire life, my spine got to the point of being completely unaligned and causing tight muscles and nerve pain. I have been seeing Wendy for over a year now and nothing helps me more in between my physical therapy appointments. She is knowledgeable and kind and has been a big help in my strive for a healthy body! read more

Wendy is the most gifted massage therapist EVER. She is a clinical massage therapist - meaning she is GIFTED at injury treatment as well as prevention and preventative maintenance. When I first had whiplash I went to a massage therapist referred by doctors and after 3 months I still was not feeling any better. After one session with Wendy (before which she consulted with me on my injury, daily habits, etc. and during the massage, she continually asked about the pressure and how things were feeling), I could turn my neck in ways I couldn't in three months! And I was pretty much cured in three weeks. No joke. Also, her space is SO relaxing. Sometimes clinical massage therapists don't want it to be "spa" like but her space is relaxing and calming - all the while she cures you of your ailments. Best of all worlds. She is also charming, personable and remembers amazing details about you (and your family). She also is so knowledgable about the body and can explain exactly what is happening and what she's feeling while she massages you and why she thinks it's the way it is. I love being educated. For those less than 5 star reviews, seems related to billing or whatever. I've never had an issue and for those of us who want a caring, effective and amazing massage therapist, just book with her. You won't be disappointed. (I actually don't want to post this so I can more easily get appointments but I'm trying not to be selfish in 2019.) read more

That was by far the worst massage I ever had, and I had many from different LMP's. She was very condescending and didn't make me feel comfortable at all. The massage itself was overly painful and I had bruises on my back for a week after the massage and my pain was a lot worse than before - she even caused pain in locations i didn't have pain before. She was recommended to me but i was very disappointed and will definitely not return! read more

Her massages are great - grand, wonderful. But the billing fiasco that has been going on for over 6 months has been ridiculously lame and therefore, I hate to say, it has ruined my experience. Really... how hard is it? They have billed me for services never received LONG after I stopped going (due to other billing issues...) and now they are billing my insurance too. Really too bad, because like I said the massages were just fine... but her contract billers are awful and she doesn't seem to care. read more

I happened to check-in at Wendy's and noticed that my review had been filtered. I object to that since I seem to fit none of the criteria. I think it's strange that all of the positive reviews (except for Lacey J.) have been filtered, don't you? I'm hoping that by updating this, it will be re-posted. I also have a feeling those two negative reviews are written by the same person. I have had numerous massage therapists in Seattle - Wendy is the best! Hands down! Further, I have paid out of pocket and used my insurance and I have NEVER had a problem. Read some of the filtered reviews. Original review: I've been seeing Wendy for around 5 years now. I had 2 massage therapists before her and she is the best! I was referred to her by my physical therapist who recommended that I receive both types of treatment for an injury at the time. I didn't know until months later, that when my husband needed treatment for an injury, he had been referred to her by our primary care provider. It's a small world when you do a great job. Massage - By far, the best massages I've ever had. I've had issues in my back, hip, shoulder blade, etc. It doesn't matter where I hurt, Wendy makes it feel better. She has a very thoughtful approach and works hard to meet my needs. Space - I love Wendy's space. The attention to detail in everything from the paint on her walls to decorations to furniture makes you feel special. I hate those places that feel like hospitals or doctor's offices. Butterflies on the ceiling are much more my style. :-) Availability - It's easy to make an appointment with Wendy ahead of time or in an emergency. At other times, it can be difficult, but hey, what are you going to do about someone that's popular? Billing - I'm not sure about the billing issues the other woman is talking about. I've have NEVER had a problem and I've both paid out-of-pocket and used my insurance. Location - I work in downtown Seattle and live in North Seattle. I find the location convenient both by bus and car. Service - Wendy is very professional and has a strong commitment to those she serves. She is easy to talk to and has a great demeanor. I feel lucky to have found her and look forward to my visits. read more

I have been seeing Wendy for about 5 years now. She is an amazingly well qualified massage therapist. She was originaly recommended by my doctor as one of the go-to massage therapists in Seattle for sports massage, though her skills do not stop there. For the best massage you'll ever get, and a really friendly person who is great to deal with, go see Wendy. I recommend her to all my friends. I even have one friend who I found was coincidentally seeing Wendy before I recommended her to him. His experiences were all positive as well. One warning though; plan to book in advance. You can't be as good as Wendy without being in high demand. She is well worth the wait, but also she is great about finding spots to fit you in on shorter notice amongst her cancellations if you can be flexible with your schedule. Of further note: check out her 15 reviews that are "filtered". They consist of one 4-star and 14, 5-star reviews. Im not sure why all those great reveiws got filterd and the two negatives didnt. In 5 years Ive never experienced any of the issues suggested by the 2 negative reviewers. I find their comments to be highly suspect. read more

I have been going to Wendy for massage for over 7 years (maybe even longer!). She is great! I have chronic issues with sports and other injuries and she keeps me moving. I strongly recommend her! She is also a really warm and caring person (just what you need!) Her hours are very convenient. read more

I have been seeing Wendy for massage therapy for over a year and I think she makes me a better, healthier, happier person! I go twice a month for chronic neck pain. Wendy is a skilled massage therapist and her office is comfortable, clean and welcoming. Massage therapy is covered by my insurance; I simply pay the co-pay at each visit and my insurance company is billed for the rest of it. I have not experienced any of the problems with billing that the previous reviewer mentioned. Wendy is always booked several weeks in advance and I think that's why there's only one review here--if everyone knows how great she is, her client list will be even bigger and those favorite time slots will fill up even faster! Despite my better judgment, I am posting this review anyway and I have also recommended Wendy to my co-workers who have the same insurance coverage. read more

Not only does she know what she is doing, she is engaging, friendly, humorous.........I was unable to get an appointment with my regular massage therapist, and Wendy was able to fit me in and has helped tremendously! read more

I've been seeing Wendy for 10+ years for chronic back and neck issues (I'm hypermobile and sometimes that's a problem). Regular massages with a therapist who is knowledgeable, caring, and dedicated to helping me manage my issues has been invaluable. Wendy is a great listener too and I'm very grateful to have been referred to her by my doctor so long ago. And yes, occasionally I've had massages elsewhere, on a cruise in Europe and even locally when Wendy is out of the office, but she is by far the best therapist I have seen and I highly recommend her to my friends and strangers alike. read more

I've been going to Wendy for years, as has my wife. She is thoroughly professional, bills insurance and most importantly a great massage therapist. You can't go wrong with her. read more

I came to Wendy with a neck pain and she worked hard on my recovery. She gave me useful tips on my posture and I am happy to say my neck has been pain free. She is very thoughtful and loves her job. I have been to many massage therapists and have to admit that she is by far the best. She is very skilled and knows her stuff. I am seeing her for maternity massages and she always cares about my comfort. Apart of being a super massage therapist, she is very kind and caring person. Her website is easy to use and to schedule appointments. Her space is calm, clean, welcoming and comfortable. I am glad I found her and recommend her to anyone. read more

She is wonderful! She has helped me recover from a devastating event when I never thought I would feel normal again. 5 Stars!!

I agree and disagree with the prior poster. The massages are AMAZING. Wendy pays attention to trouble spots and explains why she believes it is a trouble spot. She worked with me on making sure my posture was correct while working etc. She has been wonderful. She has even come in on her days off to accommodate my schedule and need for a massage. I disagree about the billing. I have never had a problem and I have been going there for years. She as well as the billing team have always answered my questions about billing and provided me with the CPT codes so I could double check my coverage with my insurance. I have never been billed for anything outside of what I should have been billed according to my insurance. The only time I would have been billed outside my insurance was if I canceled within 24 hours. However, when that happened once I was able to find a replacement person to take my place. I believe this is a fair policy as Wendy is so popular her schedule fills up quickly and my failure to show up or need to cancel last minute should not mean that she is out that massage time and compensation. I could not recommend Wendy highly enough. She pours her heart and soul into her clients and I am disappointed that a poster gave her 1 star because of issues that are likely not even Wendy's issues but the posters. read more

Been going to Wendy for a couple years. She is professional and the best massages! Never have had a billing issue at all.

Wendy's massages are really great! And, it's wonderful that she's under my insurance!

I have gone to Wendy for many years and never had any problems with the billing or anything else. Some people just don't understand accounting, that's for sure. Anyway - the massages are wonderful and Wendy is always pleasant and professional. Do not let one negative review keep you from going to this professional. She's very good. read more

I have received massage from Wendy Sobol for 6 years. She is a wonderful practioner and human being. I highly recommend Wendy Sobol Massage.

I came to Wendy in March of 2014 to help with deep tissue therapy for my shoulder. I had a slap tear repair in Nov 2013, and after rehabbing with PT, I noticed a gradual progression toward severe tendinitis. My PT recommended I visit Wendy, and from day one, my symptoms started improving post-visit. Of course, with tendinitis, it is a long road, and that road is amplified by any extra aggravation (known or unknown) caused to the area. But here is what always amazes me: when I see Wendy, my symptoms significantly improve post-visit. I had a tendinitis in my triceps and that rarely if ever appears now -- I attribute a lot of this to Wendy's excellent care. Additionally, Wendy understands connectivity of tissues and knows her anatomy. She is a solid practitioner and I recommend her highly. read more

Her massages were just fine. Her scheduling and billing practices are a nightmare - she was impossible to schedule with and when we cancelled appointments they didn't log the cancelled or frankly they may have just made stuff up. We have been billed and rebilled and she lied and said they took our insurance and they don't. We are hiring a lawyer to deal with this. Please don't use her or you'll get screwed over too - and it will take away any relief the massage may have given you. read more

both my wife an i have been going to wendy for several years, and she's good. we've never had any billing issues--dead simple, in fact. her massage technique tends to be rather gentle by my standards (which favor stronger massages) but i frequently find myself surprised afterwards that something she worked on quite subtly produced a much larger effect than i had hoped for, so i that to me indicates that she is doing a good job. and, she's a really nice person. i tend to grade rather hard, so 4 stars from me says a lot. read more

I've been seeing Wendy for help on chronic neck and arm pain for nearly two years, and the results have been very positive. She's the consumate professional and her practice is very efficient and responsive to my frequent rescheduling requests. Highly recommended. read more

Wendy is an exceptional massage therapist and is both knowledgeable and gifted. She takes the time to figure out what's going on with your body and then works her magic. Most recently I was experiencing numbing and tingling sensations in both of my hands and forearms. It was driving me crazy. After a few sessions with Wendy I was cured! And the best part....it was covered by my insurance. Thanks Wendy!!! read more

Wendy is amazing! She really listens to your needs, and she knows what to do help with all kinds of issues. I sought her out when I was dealing with an ongoing muscle spasm in my back, and I am so glad I did. I was especially impressed that she was able to give me expert advice about how to avoid re-aggravating that trouble spot by adjusting posture in addition to massages. Many people had tried to tell me how to do this before, but none of it worked except for Wendy's recommendations. That trouble spot rarely bothers me anymore, and if it does, it is far more mild than it was before. I had no idea how tight my entire back and neck were before I started seeing Wendy. Since that first visit, I've seen Wendy regularly and always walk out relaxed and feeling far better than I did when I walked in. Wendy also regularly checks in during massages and is very friendly and approachable. I highly recommend her! read more