I went to therapy for 12 years and made little progress on resolving my emotional issues. Seeing…read moreMarcus for a single year has been nothing short of miraculous. I feel profound inner healing, and see outward changes in my life and relationships wherever I place my intentions in my work with him.

Reiki and energy healing sessions with Marcus have been instrumental to my overall health. I've…read moredone Reiki and other forms of energy healing with Marcus, and after each session I walk out feeling lighter, more rejuvenated, and joyful. He has given me Reiki on my shoulder and abdominal pains, as well as deep emotional release when I was going through a very rough time in my life. Marcus is genuine, understanding, patient, and extremely knowledgeable in his art and practice. He has a wonderful way of calming you down and making you feel at ease. I've had Reiki and energy sessions before, but none comes close to what Marcus offers his clients. If you're searching for an authentic, fantastic energy healer in the Bay Area, give Marcus a call!

I feel so grateful I found Yasue. I felt an ease and peace just entering her space. Her office is…read morelight-filled, quiet, clean, and comforting. I was in a lot of pain from jaw clenching, TMJ pain, and stress. I began to feel better after the first session. Yasue's care is intuitive and thoughtful. Her presence is therapeutic and attuned. I feel deeply cared for and connected during each visit. Thank you for what you offer to the world, Yasue.

She's just really good at what she does, and she does it intuitively. Cranial sacral is the BEST.read more

The massage was wonderful and so relaxing. I will definitely be going back to see Veronica!read more

Incredible! The MOST relaxed I have ever been. She is very talented and I feel 100% better after…read moreleaving today. THANK YOU!!

Amazing reiki session with Deanna on a therapeutic heated biomat that releases negative ions…read more Deanna has a soothing voice and gentle touch and her studio is super cute with easy parking. She records a debrief after the session and send you the takeaways. Can't wait to be back soon!

From the very first monemt I saw her there was an instant connection. You can feel her warmth and…read moreuplifting energy. I feel everyone you meet in this world is there for a reason and Deanna is definitely someone that I was meant to meet. Her experience and knowledge along with her special touch are just what I needed when I needed it. It's hard to explain any of this. You have to experience it for yourself in order to truly understand it. All I can say is that she has all these special touches that she adds to her practice thag makes it that more special. The attention to detail and her willingness to connect with you truly make her an exceptional human being. I look forward to continuing my journey and seeing what else life has in store for me.

Amy has fundamentally made my life better. I know these things seem woo-woo to most, but the advice…read moreAmy has given has been so formative in how I see myself and has mirrored what any great therapist has said to me. The difference is that she has showed me my patterns-- in a very deep and honest way. I have recommended Amy to 5 friends and all have said how much she saw them. Truly saw them. Gift yourself this experience!

Amy is the real deal! I spoke with her for the first time several weeks ago, and then immediately…read morescheduled a follow up because she was that amazing. She gave me great insight into things I hadn't considered, and I believe she's now set me on the right path for physical and emotional healing. She is incredibly intuitive and accurate, and talking to her gave me immense peace and clarify around what I've been dealing with. Thank you, Amy! I'm sure I'll be reaching out to talk again soon. Highly recommend to anyone who is feeling stuck, lost, or in the midst of a confusing medical journey!

Corrina is a nervous system-informed esthetician--wow. I've never come across that before. She was…read moreactually recommended by another esthetician due to her specialty is sensitive skin. I had tried several estheticians before her, and my skin was reacting to everything. But after just one session with Corrina--and following her recommendation of new products--I saw significant improvements that I hadn't experienced with anyone else. I really appreciated how knowledgeable she is about rosacea and how she takes a truly holistic approach. Her facials feel like a full, nourishing experience rather than just a facial. Highly recommend.

Corinna is an amazing Esthetician! Not only has she helped my skin a lot, but her office and…read morepresence are extremely calming and relaxing. I feel revived when I leave her office.

I am a 63-year-old woman who has worked on my emotional and spiritual growth for the past 30 years…read more I have heard of Reiki, but did not consider it as a healing modality for myself until I was recently diagnosed with a medical condition, on top of hitting some deeper emotional challenges. After speaking with my brother and hearing about its positive effects on his bone cancer (remission), I decided to try it. I feel especially fortunate that my first experience with Reiki was with Josephine. It was a transformative experience, both personally and emotionally. I recommend Josephine as a Reiki practitioner and look forward to our upcoming session.

I've been having regular Reiki sessions with Josi, which have been incredibly helpful in managing…read morethe anxiety that comes with a cancer diagnosis. Each session is deeply relaxing, allowing me to slow down and breathe. I always leave feeling calm and balanced, and I consistently have a great night's sleep afterward. I highly recommend booking a session with Josi!

My reading with Danielle was incredible, transformative even. She was so friendly and warm and got…read moreme from the second I sat down. She was able to help me identify and release feelings I didn't even know I was holding onto and I have felt so much lighter since. I will definitely be seeing Danielle again!

My dear friends and I had a wonderful experience with Danielle. I have never had a tarot reading…read moreand wasn't sure what to expect, but Danielle was so warm and friendly it put me at ease and helped me open up to the experience. I value what she was able to provide and would definitely recommend her and use her again.

Susan is an amazing, very special healer. The love and seeing that comes through her hands is…read moreinsightful, precise and powerful. When she worked on my physical problems, I felt her simultaneously working on the emotional and energetic connections to the physical ailments. The result is a much deeper, multidimensional releasing and balancing that's extremely helpful. Thank you Susan!

Susan is an amazing body worker. She's body psychic and she really focuses in on problem areas. You…read morewill love her!

We booked (3) massages with the fabulous Lowell ! Unfortunately, our vacation rental lost power and…read moreheat in the storm and we couldn't get all 3 in! Lowell and Tobi, the Bodywise owner, were graciously accommodating switching us to the studio and making everything smooth in a difficult situation! Will definitely use Bodywise in future!

I rarely write reviews, but after my horrific experience at The Bodywise Massage Inc. (1435 4th…read moreStreet Suite F, San Rafael, CA), owned by Tobi Lessem, I feel compelled to warn others. If you're seeking a place for relaxation, healing, or even basic professionalism, steer clear of this establishment. Tobi's incompetence, condescension, and outright dismissal of customer needs turned what should have been a restorative birthday treat into an emotional disaster. I'll detail exactly what happened so you can see why no one should ever trust her or her business with their well-being. In February, I texted Tobi to book a 2-hour massage for my birthday, which I treat myself to annually as a form of self-care. This year was particularly tough; I'd lost two incredibly close women in my life, leaving me in deep mourning, emotionally heavy, and profoundly vulnerable. I was counting on this session to help process that grief through therapeutic touch. Tobi confirmed the 2-hour booking via text, so I arrived excited for some much needed relief. The masseuse was a bit late, but she got me settled quickly, and we began. About an hour in, while I was face down, fully immersed in the massage, feeling those pent-up emotions finally starting to release, there was a sudden knock at the door. The masseuse stepped out, spoke briefly with Tobi, and returned to inform me that my session was over because the next client had arrived. Stunned, I reminded her of my 2-hour booking and offered to show proof from my texts. She stepped out again to relay this to Tobi, only to come back insisting it was just a 1-hour slot and I had to leave immediately. I was furious. Being yanked out of that vulnerable, healing state mid-session felt like a violent interruption to my emotional process. I got dressed and confronted Tobi in the lobby. I explained the booking error and showed her our text exchange proving the 2-hour booking. Even the other client, a gentleman who'd been double-booked over my time, overheard our conversation and graciously offered to reschedule, saying, "I'm sorry, it's your birthday, I don't want to interrupt that." But it was too late; Tobi had already forced me off the table and out of the room. Tobi acknowledged her mistake in booking me for only 1 hour instead of 2, but her response was shockingly condescending. She dismissed my concerns, saying she "had to make the call" and would prioritize the other client, essentially telling me to she didn't care. When I expressed how deeply disappointed and hurt I was, especially given my personal circumstances, she had the audacity to retort, "If this is the worst thing that's ever happened to you, you're lucky." Appalling doesn't begin to describe it. Here I was, raw and exposed, and she minimized my pain with a flippant remark that showed zero empathy. Later, Tobi sent a follow-up email that only compounded the insult. I've attached a copy here so you can see her mindset in her own words. Read that again: "We are not interested in good customer service." She openly admits her business prioritizes some vague "community" notion over basic respect for paying clients. She assumed the other client's "medical massage" needs trumped mine without knowing anything about my own emotional and physical state, as if grief and vulnerability aren't valid reasons for care. I paid for the full hour I received, but the damage was done: my birthday self-care ritual was ruined, and I left feeling more broken than when I arrived. This isn't just a simple scheduling mix-up; it's a glaring display of arrogance, poor management, and a complete lack of accountability. Tobi's actions show she values her own judgment over evidence (like text proof) and client feelings. In a field like massage therapy, where trust and sensitivity are paramount, this level of disregard is dangerous. Psychologically, interrupting a session mid-flow can exacerbate emotional distress, turning a healing space into a traumatic one. If she treats vulnerable clients this way, imagine how she'd handle yours. Do not give Tobi Lessem or The Bodywise Massage Inc. your time, money, or trust. There are plenty of compassionate, competent massage therapists in San Rafael who actually care about their clients. Save yourself the heartbreak, avoid this place entirely. 1 star, and that's generous.