I've been seeing Nayelli for over 20 years, ever since a leg injury years ago. Her extensive knowledge of anatomy played such an important role in my recovery then, and again more recently after my knee replacement. Whether you're looking for a fantastic relaxing massage or a more therapeutic treatment, I highly recommend Nayelli. She is skilled, caring, and truly exceptional at what she does. read more

Nayelli is amazing and practically psychic when it comes to the human body! It's scary how she can just look at you and know where you've had physical trauma. HIGHLY HILGHY RECOMMEND. . read more

Nayelli is an absolute gem. Her massages go far beyond relaxation. after each session I experience lasting balance and restoration to both body and mind. During my second pregnancy, her sessions were especially blissful and helped me stay grounded and comfortable. She has an incredible gift for tuning into what your body needs and creating a sense of calm that lasts long after you leave. On top of that, Nayelli is personable, reliable, and genuinely caring -- a true healer in every sense of the word. I can't recommend her highly enough! read more

Nayelli is an amazing healer. I've been seeing her for a few years now for all kinds of aches, pains, tune-ups, and self-care! She's very intuitive and while I go in saying something, she very quickly gets to the source of my blockage. A great example is last week I went to see her thinking that my wrist was hurting and she was able to trace it all the way up to my shoulder being locked up. In just one visit, she really helped me release a lot of pain all over my body. I love seeing her, and highly recommend her to anyone looking for deep physical and spiritual release work. read more

This review of Align Bodywork and Yoga is long overdue. Nayelli's expertise in bodywork is amazing. She is very intuitive when she does massage, so I have come to trust her ability to use whatever types of massage I need on the various areas that need treatment. I've had sciatica and neck issues for decades, and Nayelli always knows what issues I am experiencing before I even say anything. She provides a combination of deep tissue, cranial sacral, cupping, and other bodywork techniques, as well as demonstrating and guiding me into various stretches or yoga poses to help with my posture or other issues I'm currently having from working out too hard or whatever else I may have done to myself! Bottom line: I feel extremely fortunate to have found Nayelli. read more

Nayelli is an intuitive healer. I am always amazed how she zeroes in on what my body needs without a word being said. I always leave feeling more peaceful and balanced than when I walked in. This isn't cookie cutter massage; it is very skilled bodywork. Nayelli's space is calm and quiet. It's the perfect place to receive her healing gifts. I have driven many miles for many years, because I consider Nayelli to be an integral part of my overall wellness program. read more

The only therapist I trust with my body and mind!! I've worked with a lot of bodyworkers over the years, and nobody comes close to Nayelli. She has that rare mix of intuition, skill, and genuine care that makes you feel seen and supported from the moment you walk in. She doesn't just go through a routine. She listens to your words and, somehow, listens to your body too. Within minutes she's finding the exact spots that need attention and knows precisely what to do. Every session is tailored. Sometimes that means focused therapeutic massage to release stubborn tension; sometimes we add cupping to open things up in a deeper way; other times she weaves in yoga-based stretches and mindful breathing so my whole system resets. It's all integrated, thoughtful, and never rushed. I walk out lighter, looser, and calmer every single time. What I appreciate most is the consistency. I've tried plenty of therapists in the past, but since finding Nayelli, she's the only person I book with. The results are undeniable: better range of motion, fewer headaches, deeper sleep, and that grounded feeling that lasts for days. She approaches the body holistically, so the work isn't just about a tight shoulder or a sore back; it's about helping the whole body work together again. Nayelli is talented, attentive, and truly gifted at what she does. If you're looking for real therapeutic change with a caring touch, this is it. I'm so grateful for her and the way she supports my health. Wholeheartedly recommended. read more

My experience with align bodywork and yoga has been life changing. Nayelli is a gifted healer and the massage and reiki has been of utmost care in my self care journey. She is truly gifted and whether you are an athlete, recovering from surgery, just need a break from life: she is it. Grateful. read more

I've been a client for several years now. Nayelli is a core part of my self care. She is an intuitive, natural healer. I leave every session more grounded and centered. It impossible to communicate the impact she's had on my life. I simply encourage anyone who has the slightest curiosity to book a session with her and see for yourself. read more

I always leave in less pain, relaxed and re energized. Certain people have "that touch". Nayelli certainly does. I also appreciate her warm heart and sense of humor. read more

Nayelli at ALIGN Bodywork & Yoga in Costa Mesa is absolutely incredible! From the moment I walked in, her calming energy and genuine care made me feel completely at ease. Her intuitive touch and deep understanding of the body helped release tension I didn't even realize I was holding. The session felt both therapeutic and rejuvenating. Truly a perfect balance of healing and relaxation. I left feeling lighter, centered, and grateful. I can't recommend Nayelli enough for anyone seeking true mind-body restoration! read more

I've been seeing Nayelli for over 20 years, and she is truly one of a kind. I first met her through a chiropractor's office and have followed her ever since -- that's how good she is! She has an incredible ability to find exactly where the tension is and work it out every single time. Her technique, intuition, and professionalism are unmatched. The studio is relaxing, clean, and welcoming, and every session leaves me feeling realigned and refreshed. Highly recommend Nayelli and ALIGN Bodywork & Yoga! read more

I went to Align Bodywork today. Waiting room and treatment room were clean and quiet. It was so nice to have whole body treatment from head to toes with Craniosacral therapy. I don't have any pain after treatment. Biggest difference is that my mind is much clear now. Nayelli has many clinical experiences for many years. I like her technique. Highly I recommend this place. read more

I have been going to see Nayelli for 3 years now. I have had some serious health problems which have lead to me being in enormous pain. Every time I go to see her I walk out feeling like a new man. Her method is both extremely technical and she know the anatomy as well as a doctor. As well as highly spiritual. Do not let this put you off. She won't even talk to You about it, if it's not your thing. Either way she brings in many forms of healing energy all at the same time. I don't even bother telling what's wrong anymore , she instinctively knows exactly where to work on you. I highly recommend her , you won't be disappointed and you will never need to shop around any more. She is a truly gifted and amazing. read more

I highly recommend Nayelli Cardenas massage therapist and her associates at Align Bodywork & Yoga. I have worked with Nayelli for over 10 years whether for injury or just some self care healing. Where else can you get an amazing 90 minute massage, an awesome yoga class or Reiki healing all in one spot? I am so thankful I found them! They are truly gifted healers and they want the best for your overall wellness and wellbeing. ‍ Sheri H. read more

Nayelli is amazing! I've suffered from Chronic Migraines for over 6 years & had not found any way to heal or find relief from them until going to ALIGN Bodywork & Yoga for a massage. I've been migraine free for the last two months ever since going to Nayelli for healing massages on a weekly basis, which is a huge improvement as I used to get at least 2 migraines per week!! I 100% recommend you book your appointment if you're thinking of visiting! read more

Nayelli is truly a master of her craft, and you can feel her love and passion for massage and yoga therapy as soon as you enter the Align Bodywork & Yoga studio. The one-on-one yoga class that I experienced was the perfect mix of mindfulness and physical movements to leave you feeling refreshed and energized. Nayelli is incredibly knowledgeable and able to clearly articulate the movements throughout the practice allowing the one-hour class to flow effortlessly. I highly recommend Nayelli to anyone looking to push their mind and body to new limits! read more

Nayelli was amazing! She made me feel so comfortable and provided exceptional treatment. She was very attentive to my needs and took time to listen. I felt so calm and such relief after my alignment session. read more

Nayelli for the win, again! I've been coming to Nayelli for years due to my back pain. To be honest I hadn't been in awhile because of the pandemic and I have a terrible immune system. However my back has been so bad and I knew she would take care of me. She made me feel really safe and I'm finally pain free again. Thank you align bodywork for your professionalism during this trying time! read more

I was amazed and grateful for what Nayelli was able to do during our time together! My body feels so relaxed and I can feel how much more freedom my body has to move with the tension lifted from my back. This was my first professional massage (completely different from a spa massage) and definitely not my last. I'm so glad I found her as she's really opened my eyes to the possibility of healing through massage. It's definitely not a 'routine' when you're with her. She listens to your body and works your body depending on where you're the most tense and needing work. I definitely recommend checking her out if you're looking to get rid of aches and pains in your body, or if you're looking to destress your body. See you again soon, Nayelli! read more

Katy is one of the kindest and friendliest person I've ever met. She received me with a warm welcome, I felt like I've known her longer and I just met her today. She listened to what was bothering me and worked her magic. I really felt like I was in Heaven afterwards. I am very happy with the work that she did and will definitely be going back. Thank you, once again, Katy for helping me de-stress with an amazing massage! read more

A beautiful oasis tucked away in the heart of Costa Mesa. I am always impressed by the calm energy and professionalism of the space. Great place to receive bodywork or attend an intimate-sized yoga class. I even rent a room here for my own healing sessions! Truly recommend!! read more

Okay so I have gone 3 times in the past 3 weeks for my carpal tunnel. Craig has seriously helped my wrist so much and I plan to continue to work on my wrist with him! Thank you so much again!! read more

Nayelli is truly amazing! I have been getting regular massages by her for 2 years. I go twice a month. She is a god sent in every way. Iv gone into her practice with the most intense upper body back pain and left completely healed. My husband who is battling cancer see's her weekly. She has been an integral part of his therapy and recovery. I highly recommended her! read more

Anything I say in this review will not do Nayelli justice. The first time I came to see her, I walked in the door and she said, "you're really baby'ing that left side. Is that what I'm working on today?" She instantly knew I was hurting, where it was and how she was going to help me. She's very informative and explains why she's doing what she's doing and is such a great blend of relaxation while still getting the job done. She's helped me with a wide variety of things including tension headaches, hip and back pain, and nerve pain like sciatica. It is always such a joy to get to see her and catch up and she puts me back in tip top shape. On a side note, Nayelli has also invested a lot in safety precautions for her clients during this time. She has air filters, UVC vacuums, ozone and UVC sterilizers. I have been to see her twice since her reopening and have felt incredibly safe. Thank you for all that you do Nayelli! *insert the heart emoji* read more

What can I say wow. As a manual physical therapist, I have to say Nayelli and Align do it right! She gets to the point to getting your body relaxed. I stuck around after for Yoga and thst was also a great way to keep the new range and freedom better aligned and stabilized. Thank you so much! read more

Just had my first professional massage this week with the lovely, Nayelli. Today I feel so good and clean headed. I've been having a lot of bad acne flair ups because of stress and we have a plan to tackle this stress together. Very thankful to have found, Nayelli. You won't find this level of care and customer service anywhere in Costa Mesa! read more

I came to Align to take advantage of the 90 minute massage. Believe it or not, I have never had a massage prior to this experience. However, after my son was born, I developed some muscle tension because I was carrying him for hours and hours to try to put him to sleep. Therefore, I thought I would give massage therapy a shot. After just one session Nayelli was able to loosen up those tense muscles and get me back to 100%. I am still shocked thinking about it. Nayelli is my miracle worker. If I ever have any issue in the future, she will be my go to. read more

ALIGN Bodywork & Yoga is my GO TO place for yoga classes and massages. Nayelli is such a gifted and talented professional! One of the things that makes this my favorite yoga spot is because Nayelli is very knowledgable and able to modify classes and poses depending on people's needs. For example, I had back surgery years ago and she is always making sure my back feels okay during yoga and my massages. I feel safe and supported in this space. I'm so grateful I found Nayelli and her business. Thank you for guiding me along my journey of healing and transformation. read more

The more you do with your body, the more you need to do for your body. Most people do not have a recovery strategy for their body, they just run it into the ground. As a competitive obstacle course racer, my body goes through a lot. Climbing, jumping, running, crawling, hanging, etc. Nayelli does such an incredible job keeping me healthy for the things I love to do. She is truly a pain relief specialist. She can do a very quick scan and tell where I'm hurting and how to address it. I try to see her before and after every race now. read more

Truly one of the most knowledgeable bodyworkers I have been to over the years. I have over a decade of experience as a bodyworker myself, with my own private practice, so my standards are way high. I know what I am looking for in a therapist and can get extremely picky at times. My major issues were having sciatica, a lot of scar tissue on my calves, and tight Achilles. Nayelli utilized her knowledge and performed great techniques giving me great results. My calves were doing the happy dance the next day. Not even my favorite massage therapist can do the same for me. I really appreciate her willingness to communicate and customize every session based on what my needs were each time. Her warm and friendly personality was a huge plus and I felt real comfortable with her... It's time for another visit. read more

I came her one day on my break at work as I was having horrible neck pain!! I couldn't even turn my neck!! Not only did Craig bring me back to life he made me feel very comfortable. It is very conveniently located also a very relaxing atmosphere. Also he asked questions on how much pressure to apply and etc. I definitely will be recommending all my friends and family here and I will be a return client read more

Thirty one years ago at the age of 18 I injured my neck during a swimming accident, I suffer with acute pain in the neck area daily - sometimes the pain is so disabling it makes me feel extremely nauseous. I have tried many forms of treatment and therapy to reduce the injury/pain and have occasionally found temporary relief - but ultimately I still always had some degree of pain and within a few hours the agony would be back. It was a vicious cycle of muscle relaxants, anti-inflammatory pills, hot water bags, acupuncture, acupressure, Chiro services ...you name it I've tried it! I never pondered on cost, today out of curiosity I thought about it, wow thousands upon thousands upon thousands & NO TRUE relief! Not cool! The reason I thought about cost today was because Nayelli is so reasonable that the cost brick hit me! I wish I would have connected with Nayelli years ago!!!THE GOOD NEWS .....my cousin that is a V.P. to a hospital in Ca. connected me with Nayelli ...TODAY for the 1st time I am FINALLY feeling hopeful :) "WHAT HAPPENS NEXT" ...... After my first session with Nayelli I knew I was on the road to feeling significantly better! I can actually turn my neck to the right without discomfort for the first time since the accident! I repeat - 1st time since the accident which would take us back 31 years!!! (rewind) When I arrived at Nayelli's my whole system was running on empty due to all my energy being invested in dealing with yet ANOTHER painful situation, yup, now I am also dealing with a bout of TMJ! (DURING my session with Nayelli) Suddenly, I was SOOOOO RELAXED (which is not to be overlooked, when a high degree of neck pain is present being worked on is difficult as 1 feels like their going to lose their cookies). In the past I flinched & braced myself for extreme discomfort, NOT this time! Nayelli instructed me on how to exhale properly during the neck work (as I was exhaling in a manner that was not conducive for my TMJ) this lady knows her stuff!! NOT 1 time did I feel "yuk this is painful" she is phenomenally in tune with one's body. Nayelli is not just a masseuse - she is a total body therapist! She uses many different massage techniques and modalities designed for each of her clients individual needs. She is a total professional and a genuinely caring individual, believe me it's very evident this is her passion!! She does not give up, she continues trying different forms UNTIL the muscle surrenders. The burning of sage.........omg, I felt like my body was turning to mush (pliable, for once) ...the essential oil combos Nayelli concocts are so yummy!! I went from a concrete stiff state to feeling light & soooooo calm. It was awesome! I feel confident (finally) that with continued treatments I will be able to live my life again to the full. I feel blessed to have Nayelli, someone with such skills, instinct and talent. Extraordinary and amazing in the true meaning of the words. Thank you Nayelli. *Point of attn: Be a realist, chronic pain requires a significant amount of time, I m eagerly awaiting my follow up treatments. read more

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Nayelli has helped me so much with my shoulders and jaw/TMJ. I have scoliosis that is well managed by a chiropractor, but because of what I do for work, my right shoulder locks up constantly and my jaw is tight because of TMJ. I always leave feeling blissful and realigned. Highly recommend if you want someone who actually listens to you and your body. read more

Nayelli truly has a gift. The first time that I had work done by her, she was incredibly responsive to my body and its needs. She is well-versed in several different types of massage, and she sometimes administers a mix of treatments during a single session. She alleviated pain from a military injury in my shoulder that I had since 2002 by mixing rolfing and fire cupping. It was incredible! It's also quite shocking when you get up from your first session and realize how tiny she is! One would think she's 6 feet tall by her strength and stamina. She is an amazing little ball of love. I am blessed to have found her! read more

Nayelli is an amazing healer! She is so wise and intuitive. She has dramatically helped to improve my shoulder injury after the first treatment. I bought a package because my entire body needs work. 5 thousand stars all the way. read more

Awesome space and I got some great bodywork by Nayelli Cardenas! She is truly talented in her practice

Nayelli is definitely a treasure brought by my friend to my life. This was my first time doing professional massage which really different compared to the Spa massage I used to go. It was amazing experience that I can feel Nayelli understand my mind, body, overall energy level more than myself, so I just let Nayelli to start the bodywork which she think is best for my body. It is really a miracle how much tension relief to my muscles and I can feel the movement of the heat (probably how the energy flow or transfer) when Nayelli align my body to be a better balanced. I had been seeking Nayelli 9 times so far, each time she will listen what my body need and work the areas where need to be realignment or healing. I still remember last session she spend more time working on my face jaw area and I was amazed how she remove the tension and pain. I was almost plan to see my dentist before meeting Nayelli. Other than bodywork and energy balanced, she had also educated me how to use my own Crystal for the cleaning or frequency lift up for abundance feelings. We had also work some simple yoga allow me to stretch and extend my body more widely. Seeing Nayelli is definitely not a 'ROUTINE" thing, but your body will tell you when will your routine and what the difference before and after seeing Nayelli. I highly recommend checking her out if you have any aches, pains or just seeking a place to relax and detach your stressful life, or destress your body. She is the BEST! and I am gonna see her soon again :) read more

I have enjoyed massage sessions through places such as Massage Envy, Glen Ivy and various resorts but this session with Nayelli was completely different in that in addition to being very relaxing, I received healing at a deeper level and an alignment of my entire body after she finished working her magic. She eliminated the chronic pain I've had in my left neck and shoulder that no one else has been able to do. Nayelli brings such peace and joy - 1 hour with Nayelli is definitely worth 4 sessions of any traditional massage! read more

I am 2 massages into a 10 session package and I couldn't be happier with Nayelli. She has a fantastic touch and definitely in tune with what my muscles need. I work out a lot and have a physical career. She has been able to find areas of tight muscles and slowly and gently release the stress and tension. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a great massage and body work. read more