Great place !!! I felt relief of my pain right away after…read moremy visit, and although it would return, eventually I found after a few appointments the results lasted much longer each time and I was able along with physical therapy to mostly return to my normal activities. Most importantly I have been able to lie down again and sleep which had been very difficult. Thank you!!!

My daughter lives in Santa Cruz and whenever I'm in town I make sure to book myself to a massage…read morehere. Lisa always gives me a great massage that gets deep into any problem areas yet somehow manages to make the whole experience relaxing. I always leave feeling great. Thanks Lisa!

Shannon is a knowledgable, talented therapist with years of learning and experience. She keeps her…read moreknowledge current by taking various classes. It shows. She has helped relieve my stiffness and back pain as no other has. She is remarkable. I highly recommend her.

Shannon is a true gift and a healer. I have lived with chronic back pain for the past 18 years and…read moreShannon knows just how to work with my injuries. I've been to many massage therapists over the years and she is hands down the best.

I love this place Janie and Leo are the best. We always do the 30 minute Chair massage and it…read morealways enough to loosen things up I have done the 60 minute massage table but prefer the chair. The place is always clean and comfortable The pricing is very reasonable

Got the $30, 30 minute chair massage. The guy goes a little hard, but it was fine…read more Although, the attitude on the staff needs big improvement. They just seemed bothered by anyone that walks in and definitely talk about customers behind their backs. I also don't think I got the full 30 minutes either. Payed Venmo, and tipped $7 in cash, which is at least +20%, guy said: "that's it, that's all you have?!" no of course I have more, yet with that customer service, it should have been $0!!

Beth at Empowering Hands is amazing! I recently had a facial to help treat the redness in my skin,…read morewhich was something Beth suggested after my last facial. I really appreciate that she starts each appointment by asking about my goals and what I'm hoping to work on. For me, my goal is to feel more comfortable without makeup, and Beth has been so thoughtful and supportive in helping me work toward that. She not only provides a relaxing and personalized facial experience, but she has also helped me build a home care routine that supports my skin goals between appointments. I always feel listened to, cared for, and confident that I'm in knowledgeable hands. I highly recommend Beth!

I have been going to Beth for my facials for years. I'm so happy she's now at Empowering Hands. Her…read moreknowledge of Eminence products and years of experience allows me to relax while she works her magic. Recently, she did a "teen" facial for my daughter who needed a bit of extra care. Highly recommend Beth and the environment at Empowering Hands.

I highly recommend Don Grey of Santa Cruz Bodywork for massage therapy. Mr. Grey utilizes numerous…read moremodalities and years of experience to aid those seeking healing from physical ailments. With the calm, quiet atmosphere, clear communication and diligent work from this practitioner I felt my muscles relax and was able to walk away with a more amble stride than I walked in with. I will further add that if anyone has endured trauma, as I had in my youth, and massage therapy would benefit them, Don is a mindful professional w a kind soul and his clients are in compassionate safe hands. *Anna Marie Gotti* November 2022

I've been utilizing bodywork to treat various injuries since age 14 - I have had a ton of massage…read moreand have had too many therapists to count. Don is unlike any physical healer I have ever worked with, and the only logical explanation is that he has supernatural powers. I keep writing and rewriting this review because it is frankly impossible to capture Don's magic in just a handful sentences, but here goes my attempt! I have had the privilege of being Don's Client for a little over 2 years now. I originally came in looking to treat a severe shoulder/neck muscle spasm that first happened in August 2019 - I tried physical therapy for several months (no improvement), acupuncture (very effective but very short-lived relief), muscle relaxers, and all sorts of topical anti-inflammatories. It continued to cause me daily headaches, stabbing pain, sleeping problems, and mobility issues, and the acute flare-ups left me bedridden for days. After about 3 months of weekly sessions with Don, my spasm improved so dramatically that my symptoms all but disappeared. Over a year later, I continue to experience relief with very rare flare-ups - and even the flare-ups are manageable. For most of this last year, I have suffered from Long Haul Covid - it has wreaked havoc on my body and has deeply impacted my mental health. Hope and peacefulness are precious commodities that are often difficult to access while navigating this ordeal. My sessions with Don have been one of the most reliable and powerful sources of comfort and relief I have found - not only for my body, but for my mind and spirit, too. I don't know how Don is able to make such magic happen in 60-90 minutes, but what I do know is that I consistently arrive at his office feeling pretty broken and defeated, he somehow figures out exactly how to put me back together, and I leave every single session feeling pain-free, weightless, optimistic, and euphoric. That's the most valuable experience I can possibly think to offer myself right now. My only grievance is that word has clearly gotten out about this gem, and I can't get in to see him as often as I'd like (but I mean, I'd seriously be on the table every day if I could). Go see Don, and experience true, lasting relief.

Wow! If I could give Jennifer an extra star I would…read more Jennifer is a unique masseur. In my opinion, her techniques comprise of both massaging and physical therapy. She pays close attention to your needs and constantly communicating with you.

READ NO FURTHER - BEST MASSAGE EVER! My body is a train wreck map of injuries & scar tissue and i…read moredeal with chronic pain from dystrophy along with spine issues daily. From the get go,the entire experience Jennifer provides is incredibly soothing & relaxing. But her massage is simply the best massage i have ever had & i have had , if i had to guess, close to a 100 . Our session passed so quickly as she worked her magic and i am so excited to continue my recovery under her care . For myself -any reprieve or respite , however short or long, is truly worth any amount of money & with Jenny ,it is without a doubt, money well spent. Looking forward to my next appointment with Jennifer.

Curt's massage always get's me exactly what I want in a massage. His studio is warm and inviting…read more-- centrally located in Santa Cruz. He takes the time to get to know you and makes sure that you get exactly the massage you need at the time. Curt is always my #1 choice to fulfill my massage needs! I would recommend him to any man that needs a skilled yet compassionate massage.

In a private safe studio, Curt delivers the best ever full body massage. I can drift to that place…read morethat rejuvenates my soul and clears my mind while my body is massaged to perfection. A man's touch for a man. Welcome and warm. Curt never fails to make you feel important while in his hands. His professional experience is evident from beginning to end. I plan and look forward to regular sessions.

I had a full body massage today by Lia. What an amazing treat as I waited for my car at Ernie's…read moreAuto! Highly recommend as it was a wonderful massage. Great way to wait for my car:)

Probably the worst massage I have ever had. Masseuse seem to have no interest in being there, about…read more10 minutes in, I felt the same. Lots of elbows and forearms, zero stars if available.