I recently in with a need of a new massage therapist as mine had moved away. A friend of mine…read morereferred Wendy to me. I was thoroughly impressed with her professionalism and the knowledge she gave me before the massage. It gave me the ability to relax knowing that she knew what she was doing. I have a very high stress job and my body is overworked. After my massage I had relief for over a whole week which was pretty impressive. I do deal with chronic pain and migraines. I have not had a migraine in over 3 weeks since my last massage. Which has led me to leave this review because I am so impressed. I can't wait to see her in a couple weeks as I did pre book before she left. I highly recommend her. She has magic hands

One of the things I hate about getting older is hearing the "Snap! Crackle! Pop!" in the morning…read morelong before the milk hits the Rice Krispies! The sounds my joints make these days are more appropriately found in a haunted house than emanating from my skeletal system. My better half was kind enough to buy a Groupon for a 90 Minute Hot Stone Massage and booked it at 3:30 p.m. on a Thursday. I arrived basically on time, but what none of the previous reviews mention is the business is in the back of a martial arts studio ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/restoring-balance-massage-and-wellness-lake-forest-2?select=F5k39c4pWfPVU_tYIWjd7Q ) which shares the same suite number. This caused some confusion and I even questioned if I was in the right center ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/restoring-balance-massage-and-wellness-lake-forest-2?select=0ozLj5lIAcQEe80lAIf55g ) before calling and being informed the business ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/restoring-balance-massage-and-wellness-lake-forest-2?select=YbPxSCogI-U_2zHTwZCSjw ) is on the backside of the building. The business is conducted out of a room ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/restoring-balance-massage-and-wellness-lake-forest-2?select=Mwl4YbNZmI0zdtexnnjkng ) in the back of the martial art studio. Once my appointment and Groupon were confirmed, I was handed the usual paperwork to fill out and I believe there was a general waiver to sign as well. With the paperwork completed, I was given a few moments of privacy to unclothe and get under the sheets on the table. The massage starts with oil and hot stones being applied to the arms. The heat loosens the muscles which probably makes it easier to apply pressure during the massage. The massage continues on the legs and the masseuse definitely gets deep into the muscle and tissue. The last step before turning over is having the stones on my back (on top of a sheet) for a few minutes. Once I was turned over the massage ends with the shoulders, neck and skull getting a good workout. The masseuse is professional and not very chatty, so if you are looking for some upbeat and talkative masseuse, you should probably look elsewhere. For me, I care about the amount time spent on the massage and if my body feels better when the massage is over. Both of these criteria were met, so I was a pleased with my experience. I thought the music choice was a bit unusual (instrumental piano music), but I actually like the change up from the normal "wave" music. As you can see by the picture of the room, there are no bells and whistles to be found here. If you are looking for a day spa experience, you should probably make an appointment with Burke Williams, all you are getting here is a great massage. Unfortunately for me, I wasn't able to bask in the euphoria of a massage well given because one of my co-workers decided to not stay home from work and contaminated most of the office (including yours truly) with one of the nasty viruses that is rampaging through California this winter. Rohlinism: "Sharing is caring" doesn't apply to viruses! Here is a hint for everyone: if you are sick, stay the hell home! I guess the real winner in all this is the masseuse, because the virus has retied all the knots she had unraveled during our session, so I guess I will be needing a return visit in the future!

What a treat to get a massage with Mary! I've been feeling tons of stress and anxiety lately and a…read morevisit to Mary really helped me decompress and relax. It was exactly what I needed. The pressure was perfect and unlike other massage places where even though you tell them where it's hurting, they just go ahead and still do a typical "canned" massage routine, Mary really listens to your needs. She has so much experience with sports injuries and helping people heal and her knowledge of anatomy really makes a huge difference! The essential oils also are a great added bonus. I'm a huge fan myself, so it's nice to see multiple modalities being incorporated into the treatments. Her massage room and the center in general are very clean and tidy. Cute decor throughout - all promoting the feelings of "ahhhhh" and melty relaxation. Yay! Will definitely be back for more. If you're looking for the perfect massage therapist, look no further!

I have been seeing Samantha for over 4 years and she is great. However she is quite popular now and…read morecurrently only works Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday so you usually have to schedule at least 2 to 3 weeks ahead of time to get with her consistently. Thankfully as of March 2023 she has gotten a second massage therapist to join the studio in Kim Hostetter! She covers Monday/Wednesday/Friday. You can book with her to get a massage in Samantha's studio here: https://www.intuitivehealingwithkim.com/appointments Kim is great as well. She lets you choose your pressure ahead of time and makes sure to check in during the middle and can go harder or lighter if needed. I myself prefer firm pressure and her pressure is just perfect for me. I can handle hard pressure pretty well, especially with my super tight muscles on my back, shoulders, neck, hamstrings, and calves. Kim can work in targeted areas or full body as needed and do well both ways. She also provides the option of using a massage gun to help loosen up tighter muscles so she can go deep tissue. It works great for me I can handle high pressure. Kim provides good communication even outside the massage. You can text message her for scheduling or rescheduling in addition to the website above. She can also give good advice related to some stretches or good massage routines or focuses. I've only had a few massages with Kim so far but I like forward to continue working with her. She (along with Samantha) provide nice in-studio package deals so you can save money on multiple pre-paid sessions. I can't speak for Kim's lighter pressure but at least as someone who likes firmer pressure I think she does a great job. I highly recommend giving her a shot.

This place is a gem. I got the best massage ever, just the right pressure, and Samantha was very…read morekind and very intuitively focused on my pain point problems . I live with chronic back pain daily, and need just the right amount of pressure. My wonderful daughter found this massage location. I am so happy, that she did!!!

I bought a coupon from Amazon Local, and called 3 wks. prior to the expiration date. She told me…read moreshe was booked solid with regular customers and coupon holders. She then bawled me out for not calling sooner, told me she had spent a lot of money getting her license, that I should have called much much sooner because it was my responsibility to do so and that she had many coupon holders that had made the same mistake and she had told all of them the same thing. I thought "OK, I've had this coupon for awhile...." so I let it go. Well, naive me purchased a SECOND coupon...since I could not use the first...and lo and behold, the SAME thing happened again! THIS time I said that I felt this was false advertising on her part, because she was not servicing all of the customers who bought this coupon and were calling before the expiration date. They were all forced to pay full price because she didn't meet her side of the deal. She made it very clear that she wasn't willing to compromise or even consider my point and I heard the same blah, blah, blah as before. So...if you want to have the same experience I had, go ahead and purchase a coupon she won't honor if the demand is higher than she ever intended to accommodate! (You know she could have put a limit on the number allowed). I have talked to Amazon Local and they refunded my $$$. If the same thing happened to you, they'd like to hear from you.

I thoroughly enjoyed my massage and the cozy setting, and left feeling relaxed and balanced …read more.. just what I needed. Not only is Raz of Razage For Wellness a wonderfully gifted and caring person, she is the only massage professional who has ever taken the time afterward to give suggestions and a demonstration of techniques for me to use on myself both at home and in the office to help work out some of my chronic kinks. This one is a real gem and I will be back!

Amazing!!! Most relaxing lymphatic drainage massage I have ever had! You will absolutely fall in…read morelove with everything about Megan! Not only are her hands magical but shes very prompt with her texting and very accommodating. I plan on having her come to my home atleast 2x a month! Mama needs some TLC!

Got a massage from Megan at Willow Branch Wellness not too long ago. I had extreme pain in my…read moremiddle back, neck and shoulders. She was really good at paying attention to my trouble spots, which was fantastic since it was where I needed it most. She can really get in there with her strong hands and arms. I felt like a million bucks after I left. I could tell she was a highly trained massage therapist. I will definitely be returning when I'm in the area and highly recommend this place to anyone. Her vast knowledge of Holistic therapies is also a bonus. Ask her anything!

I cannot say enough amazing things about my experience with Victoria. After being in severe pain…read morefrom a recent car accident combined with a long flight, I was in severe pain. They accommodated me last minute and were so understanding. I cannot say enough amazing things about my experience with my massage therapist. From the moment I arrived, I felt genuinely cared for. Her knowledge, professionalism, and ability to target exactly where my body needed help was beyond impressive. I walked in barely able to move comfortably and left feeling significant relief both physically and mentally. If you are looking for someone who is not only exceptionally talented but also truly kind, empathetic, and dedicated to their clients, I wholeheartedly recommend them. I am beyond grateful for the care I received.

Victoria to the rescue once again!! I never had sciatica…read morebefore. She helped tremendously. She can work wonder's with her hands. I felt much better after a few massages from her. If your having any muscle pain or other body problems go see her!

Sheryl is amazing! I just got a prenatal massage with her at the recommendation of a friend. It was…read moreincredible! The bed is so luxuriously comfy. She uses great smelling organic oil. It was just blissful! I wish I went earlier so I could keep going back. (Baby is due to arrive in the next week). I'll definitely go back to her after baby. Update: I've had 3 more massages with Sheryl post baby and she's consistently THE BEST!! I feel like a puddle of goo I'm so relaxed when I leave.

Sheryl is Amazing! I have never had a prenatal massage before but always heard many things that It…read morewas a "must have" especially being in the 3rd trimester. Spontaneously, I found a great deal on groupon for a 90min prenatal massage. Booking the appointment was relatively easy and the place is located in Laguna Beach literally steps away from the beautiful ocean. Parking: They have a nearby parking garage which is very convenient but I found street meter parking. The staff was very friendly and professional. Sheryl was very punctual. The room was small but inviting. The prenatal massage was definitely relaxing and a wonderful experience. I would definitely recommend her. She also mentioned she specializes in Shiatsu ( massage using her feet) as I did notice bars on the ceiling. She basically customizes the massage per client and that is fantastic! While I was in relaxation mode, my husband and kids were able to enjoy the beach since it was steps away from the building. So it was a perfect day for everyone!

She is beyond a massage therapist , goes above and beyond, highly recommend her. She focuses on…read moreeach clients needs , I told her my problem areas on my back and she has all different techniques to cater to each individual client. I Defiantly will come back.