The very best! It's either magic or a matter of being very well trained massage therapist. I have been several times and the therapist has an uncanny ability to dial in on the exact problem areas. I always feel a great deal better leaving them when I arrive. read more

I had such a wonderful first experience at Body and Soul. Keiddy gave one of the most relaxing massages I've ever had--I think I even fell asleep for a little while. The space felt so welcoming and peaceful, and you can really tell how much care Ann and her team have put into creating it. I'm so happy to have found this place, and I will definitely be back! read more

Very professional, clean and attentive to my goals and objectives for treatment. I have some chronic orthopedic health issues and massage therapy as a regular part of my self care has made a huge difference. Body and Soul is the best practice I have gone to! Highly recommend! read more

Tyler is the most amazing massage therapist I've ever known. Extremely knowledgeable, incredibly personable, makes you completely comfortable while using the perfect touch to promote healing and increase range motion and circulation. Whatever your comfort level and specifid needs might be.. Tyler is the therapist! read more

I visited for the first time today and had a wonderful experience. There is easy parking in the plaza, and the location of Canal street is very easy to get to. The office is clean and well-maintained, feels very soothing and welcoming. Dianne was lovely - she very quickly figured out what I wanted worked on and did a wonderful job of fixing my body. I have been to quite a few massage places but this was really a nice experience. The table and sheets were warmed and very soft, and the massage was great for my chronic muscle issues. Lovely experience - I've already booked another appointment in a few weeks! read more

Lisa is my massage therapist here, she is amazing. She is quite knowledgeable about different modes of body work, and offers to try different techniques dependent upon the needs of her client. She is a real therapist, inyerested in your well being and not a fluffy massage person. She gets all those knots out, and even taught me stretches, and how to align my spine properly, which has alleviated many of my chronic lower back pain symptoms. I would highly recommend Lisa. read more

Most of my pain is gone! I have been feeling so much better since I started seeing Lisa Breslin of Body and Soul Massage, and Dr. Troy Wilson of Salem Chiropractic! I still get little twinges sometimes, but I'm back to most of my usual activities. I hardly ever get my severe sciatica and back pain anymore. I can't recommend Lisa and Dr. Troy enough! Ken K. read more

I came here the other day for a prenatal massage. One of the huge reasons for coming was their speciality pregnancy table. The table has a mesh cut out so us pregnant chicks can lay on our stomachs no matter what month/trimester we are in. So much better than hugging a dumb body pillow & being propped up on your side. My massage therapist was Ann. So warm & friendly especially at 8:45am on a dreary day. The room was toasty warm ( perfection). Then Ann started in on her magic. I very rarely if ever start to doze off during massages. This time I was in drooling la la land. The pressure was perfect & Ann focused on exactly the areas I asked her to. My only complaint in that I had to leave at the end of my massage. I could have moved in & never left. Body & Souls new location is so much better than their last. Ample parking, no hunting for quarters for meters. Very tranquil & quiet ( no Washington street traffic noise). All & all an A+ massage studio. read more

I came to Body & Soul after lingering tightness from airplane travel and tenderness from a neck injury. I woke up one morning in so much pain, that I located the closest massage therapist and was fortunate to get an appointment that same day. I was scheduled to work with Elizabeth, and had such a wonderful experience that I booked another session with her the following week. Elizabeth has a strong touch and knowledgeable background, and I left both sessions feeling lighter, more relaxed, and blissed out. The discomfort in my next was alleviated to the point where I felt I could get back on my yoga mat, and almost nearly gone after my second visit. If you fall asleep during your massage, you've found a good massage therapist! I would recommend Elizabeth to anyone! read more

Called for a very last minute appointment today. The womean on the phone tried to accommodate my tight schedule and was able to get one of the massage therapists in a bit earlier. Elizabeth truly was attentive and without even telling her could tell where my areas of need were. I have not felt that relaxed in a long time. I will most likely be signing up for the monthly membership after such a great first experience. Thank you! read more

So let me start by telling you that for longer than I can remember I have suffered from Migraines. I saw Ann ONE time about a month ago and have not had ONE migraine since. Looking forward to my visit next week. The office is super clean and has a very calm relaxing atmosphere. Worth every penny. read more

Ann, the owner, has the hands of an angel. Stress and tension just melt away under her experienced touch. She works out the knots and listens to what your body needs. I have had lower back pain for the past few years and Ann is always so accommodating by offering a bolster for under my knees or ankles. The heated beds are a big plus to soothe the frayed nerves of October in Salem or warm you up on a winter day. Plenty of parking which is a bonus. Wrapping up, she offers a warm wash cloth and bottle of water. It's the little extras that make this a great experience. I've been coming to Ann for the past few years and never go anywhere else, even when I'm on vacation. read more

Not the best place for a prenatal massage. I was super excited to use their "special pregnancy bolster" that I asked about when making the appointment. Turns out, it's a table with a hole in it, which, I now know, is pretty uncomfortable. The masseuse was fine, I'd tell you her name, but she never actually introduced herself (or thanked me for her tip, for that matter). I let the owner know I wasn't particularly satisfied and she just sort of awkwardly stared at me and told me she "just got out of a session". I don't know what that means, and, I don't care. My lower back hurts more than when I walked in. Thumbs down. read more

Comfortable and clean- very friendly. It was my first massage and Elizabeth put me completely at ease. The receptionist was friendly and attentive. I will definitely be back. read more

First let me say that there is something for everyone in this big world. I was reading other reviews of Body & Soul and found it so interesting that another reviewer found the waiting area to be warm and welcoming. That was the polar opposite (see what I did there? POLAR! brrrrrr!) The overall feeling, for me is COLD in this location. The waiting area feels almost sterile, with terrible lighting and cheap chairs, plus nothing to absorb any sound, which migrates into the massage room. The massage room itself was fine, but very cold -- temperature-wise. I am typically too warm in massage rooms, in this one I was freezing! I asked Elizabeth, my therapist (who did a good job, by the way, and is the only reason we're more than one star), if she could turn up the heat but she was unable to do so. I don't plan to return, but it may be just the place for others -- that's what makes the world go 'round. read more

Ask for Sophie! She had me so relaxed I forgot she was even there while I lost myself into a zen like comma. I couldn't tell you the last time I felt like that, I tend to be pretty high strung and never really seem to be able to let go enough during a massage to zone out. Highly recommend! read more

I was so excited to get a massage at body & soul since the place is right down the street from my house. They have great customer service and I got an appointment right away. I'm in customer service too and communication between client-therapist is key.. I believe I had a fair and clear consultation with Lisa and I was so happy to start the session, I even thought about booking a 90 mins cause an hour is never enough. Lisa was nice and she listened to my needs but the massage was not what I was expecting.. I've had several massages before and this is probably the first time I was disappointed and I couldn't quite fully relax and enjoy the massage ..a lot of shaking and poking but not so much the actual slow good flow massage. She also left the room in the middle of my session to heat up the bean bag and lost connection . During the consultation I mentioned the areas she should focus on and I don't think the goal was achieved. I will give them another shot and try other therapists because I love to support local businesses and the location is so convenient to me. Thank you! read more

Mary gave me a deep tissue massage to help work out the knots and tension in my back. I thought she seemed very skilled and used just the right amount of pressure get the job done but not have me in a lot of pain. She checked in with me a couple times during the massage to make sure she was giving the correct pressure and addressing the right spots that have been giving me problems. Otherwise the facility is nice and clean. I think I will be returning for another massage soon. To note there is no parking except for street but there was plenty on the street behind the building and in the lot by the YMCA. read more

I went here one time to relive some tension that I had in my shoulders. At the time I was pregnant and it was my birthday. The therapist accommodated the bed to one that would work for my belly. I ended up leaving there feeling a lot better. I still felt a little tight and needed to return but the price was about $90. I have yet to go back but do plan to do so. It is important to keep our bodies aligned! read more

Ann Sousa, who's part owner of Body & Soul in Salem and who has a degree in Fitness from Salem State University, is an excellent massage therapist who will provide you with a courteous state of the art massage that is second to none. Her Sports/myofascial massage therapy targets various muscles and fascia and provides long-lasting increase of blood flow. Ann starts the massage session by asking you if there are any problem areas you'd like her to focus on and queries you about what you did to injure it or such (i.e. lifting, wrong posture during exercise, etc) so she knows what approach to use. I exercise regularly and I have some injuries (keep reading) and while her massage session primarily eases my overall muscle tension and increases the blood flow to my joints and such, I'm indebted to her for remedying some injuries I had over the years! I had an elbow injury a few years ago that I suffered from lifting my dad up after a fall and she was able in a couple of session to ease the pain, so much so that I found no need to see an Orthopedist. My elbow today is fully healed, thanks to her. This year, I had a partial right shoulder rotator cuff injury from repeat use that became aggravated and turned into a full tear because of a car accident. Every time I see her, she remembers the shoulder area and works on it meticulously, thus easing the pain. She was also able to repair a recent plantar fasciitis injury I suffered in my left foot due to wearing the wrong type of sneakers while running and after our last session, my foot started to feel better, so much so that I actually ran the First Festivus 5K race in Salem on 12/9/2012 and had no problem finishing it in a little over 32 minutes (P.S. my foot is still ok!) THANK YOU ANN!!! So even if you have no injuries, Ann's massage can at least release excess lactic acid out of your muscles like no stretching exercise can and can better your overall circulation. Not to mention, there is a a sense of well-being and euphoria that you'll feel for days after the massage session is over. So, everyone, Ann is really well-worth seeing. I can't say enough about her and her practice! read more

Ann as been a god send. Can't say enough about her healing ways. I've had over a dozen massages with her, great work.

I have been going to Body and Soul for a few years now. I do not get to go as often as I would like but I have always felt comfortable and welcomed. I have had different therapists work on me they were ALWAYS professional and focused on me and my needs. They offer specials by email and often hold open houses that fund a local need. I go as often as I can but certainly not as much as I would like. read more

Loved this place, and will certainly be back! Both Lisa and Kasey are awesome, professional and know exactly where to release the knots! Great body work, the only con to the experience was the up-selling to long term package right after. It didn't bother me enough to not go back, but would have been great to walk out blissful, without needing to pay attention those details. read more

We came to Salem for our honeymoon and I booked a couples massage a few weeks before our trip. The air bnb manager had suggested this place. The booking was very easy and friendly. I explained that I am also a massage therapist and that my standards are pretty high for massage and that we would both need therapeutic bodywork, more so then to just relax. Apparently I was paired with EXACTLY who I needed for this session! Kim Wellman gave me the best massage I have ever had...like ever. In my life. And I get a lot of them! She was so knowledgeable and thorough. I actually learned a lot just by being worked on by her. She fixed a lot of my pain issues and gave me good suggestions for self care. She even spent an extra 10 mins working on my husband's ear problem even though he wasnt her client! You can tell she loves what she does and, she is damn good at it. If you are looking for an extremely skilled massage therapist you need to book with Kim immediately. My only sadness is that she didn't agree to move to Maryland so we could trade massages every week.... thanks again Body and Soul and thank you Kim! read more

I started getting treatment at Body & Soul since the day they opened for business. Following an accident, my back was in pretty bad shape. My chiropractor, whom I was going to, about 3x week, referred me for massage therapy. The first time I went to Ann for a massage, she spent a long time on me and, what seemed like an hour, was really 25 minutes or so, and my body felt like I was given a shot of a tranquilizer like Valium or something similar to that! I felt so, so relaxed, yet invigorated. It has been years since that old injury ,I still get monthly massages. I am now in a regular workout routine- Monday - Fridays 1- 2 hours, and biking on the weekends anywhere from 15-25 mile day trips. I highly recommend Ann for relaxation, therapeutic and rehabilitative massage. Thank You, Sharon from Swampscott MA read more

Heard Body and Soul is moving to Canal St, Salem in late October. Looking forward to seeing the new location. Think they will have a parking lot too. read more

Dianne is an amazing practitioner. She is incredibly thorough, thoughtful, and gifted in her Reiki and massage skills! I came to her very stressed out and physically drained. As a Reiki practitioner myself, I can say Dianne is extremely skilled and attuned to Healing. Her intuitive gifts are beneficial in both Reiki and massage sessions. I highly recommend her!!! read more

After trying to call all morning with no answer, my husband and I drove here thinking that they were just busy and not answering the phone. What we found was that they were closed, even though their website and Facebook pages (and Yelp as well) said they were open. The sign on their door says they open at 3. We tried calling again twice after 3 with no answer once again. You'd think that a business would encourage having customers, not drive them away by not updating their website/answer phone calls/update their voicemail message. Obviously they won't be taking my money...I've tried. read more

This was a great experience! The place is very relaxed and Kasey was excellent - I will definitely be back, and soon. She made me very comfortable and I couldn't believe how much better I felt afterward. Prices are also reasonable. read more

Been getting massages here for over a year now and they do a great job! Always friendly and would reccomend this place to anyone..

I went to Body & Soul for the first time and Kasey was fantastic! She listened to find out what I wanted and needed, and I got the perfect massage. She worked out my knots in a very gentle way, and the whole massage was extremely relaxing. I plan to go back soon! read more

I have received a few massages from Ann, the owner, and she is very professional. She really knows how to give an excellent massage and having had many massages from other therapists, I can't say the same for folks at other spas/establishments. I was recently in to see her after a bad fall, and she had to do some major work on a couple areas (hip/back) where two months after my fall, I still had a lot of swelling and some pain. It really helped. She also worked on the other areas not related to my injury, but she found some spots that hurt--I guess I was way overdue for a massage. It is a reminder to me that I need to do this more often, and Body & Soul (and Ann) is the right place. I would recommend Ann to anyone. read more