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!

Heather is a true high level massage professional and talented body worker. She is an athlete…read moreherself, and can work on pro athletes and amateur athletes, as well as normal every day individuals who just want to feel good and relieve pain. I have gone to her for 2 years consistently and she has helped me prepare for Jiu Jitsu competitions, recover from surgeries, and kept me going to train hard. I would recommend booking an appt with her since she won't remain a hidden secret for much longer. I have worked with many physical therapists in my 18 years adult journey to black belt in Jiu Jitsu and she is the best of the best ! Don't tell yourself "Oh, someday I should book an appt and get a massage" and then not follow through. That's a big mistake and you're doing yourself a disservice. Call her and book it and you will be glad you did.

Heather is so amazing! If you like firm massages, she is your girl. She finds knots in places I…read moredidn't even realize I had them. She really personalizes each session, feeling your body out to see which areas need attention. Her hands are magic, you must try her!

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!

Nicole has been a massage and wellness therapist for my whole family for many years and we highly…read morerecommend her. She is highly skilled, technical, and effective. Her space is always kept immaculately clean.

Release from the pain + maintenance + relaxation. Massages and wellness care by Nicole is part of…read moreour family's routine. We highly recommend her to anyone. Thank you so much Nicole!

Bren is amazing. When I came to her I didn't know what to expect. I just got a Lipo 360 and was…read morepretty sore and hurt and barely can move, but her professionalism and knowledge, combined with her experience, ease my nerves and made me feel more comfortable during the massage. After the first session, I felt a lot better. The pain eased and the bruising went away.Bren was able to talk me through each step of the process and what to expect and how to go about achieving my goal for a beautiful result . It's only been a week and a half and my results are already showing and it's beautiful. I can't wait until the final results. She is so well worth it. ! if you don't have an appointment, make one now, she books up fast. She's really really good. I promise you.

Bren is an outstanding Kinesiologist. I have been experiencing chronic neck and shoulder pain for…read moreover 30 years, and Bren has helped me tremendously, both with deep tissue massage, lymphatic drainage, and stretching. She is far and away the best Kinesiologist I have ever seen. Her efforts have significantly improved my pain and increased my flexibility. She is very professional and knowledgeable at what she does, and I highly recommend her.

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!!!

Alexis is a great Massage Therapist! I followed her from her former Massage place to her own new…read morebusiness. I always trust Alexis because of her rich knowledge and accreditations. I am very active in sport and have injured myself quite a few times. And each time, Alexis always managed to figure out the issues and showed me the right way to recovery, in addition to relieving the knots, clogged, and anything else in between I caused to myself and my muscles. She also gives the best facial and head massage. I highly recommend Alexis to anyone who truly wants to heal and be better at knowing how to take care of your body. I will follow her wherever she goes because she works the magic!

I was fortunate to have Alexis as a classmate in massage therapy school and we had the opportunity…read moreto be massage partners in class where she told me that she has her own Thai massage therapy practice outside of school. She told me the benefits of Thai massage and I couldn't say no. My first treatment was painful but spectacular and I was hooked! I am now a frequent client of hers and our bond as massage therapist is growing each time we get to reconnect. I highly recommend Alexis for a life changing Thai massage and more! She can help you out in so many ways!

Her massage technique is highly professional, and she carefully identifies the areas of pain before…read moregently beginning the massage. It's clear that she's an expert in her field. Ten stars

Massage was fantastic! I have never felt more relaxed after a treatment like this...highly…read morerecommend Nunae, she is amazing!