I've tried many RMTs, and Talia is simply the best! She creates a calming atmosphere and tailors each session to my needs. Her skills in identifying and addressing tension are unmatched. I always leave feeling rejuvenated and relieved. Her office is inviting, impeccably clean, and filled with relaxing music that creates the perfect atmosphere for a rejuvenating experience. If you're looking for an exceptional massage therapist, I highly recommend Talia! read more

Nice and convenient place to get a massage. It's located on the corner of Main & Broadway in the historic Lee building. All the staff here are really sweet, and the space has a relaxing vibe. I've had massages by a few practitioners here, all of which had very different styles of massage. So if you find someone you like, make sure you request them again. I would definitely stay away from certain ones next time, as their massage style didn't work for me. Overall I would recommend Healing Tree. I should also mention they have a great online booking system, it makes booking a massage so easy and quick! read more

//OVERALL THOUGHT// Healing Tree is the most affordable RMT place I've discovered. $105 (no tips required!) for a 60 minute RMT is great...although their team is a mix bag of incredible and not-so-great. So do some research on the RMTs before booking! //The RMTs I've Tried// Thalia (5/5)- she's the owner and knew exactly what she was doing. She gave the most relaxing and purposeful massage. She also demonstrated stretches afterwards which I can do myself too ! Jennifer (4.5/5)- had unique interactive stretches that worked really effectively for her massage technique. Really great personality and one of the few RMTs that actually made friendly conversation and explained the reasonings behind the tension in my problem areas during the massage. She also made sure I was comfortable with the pressure and asked how it felt. Whit- (3.5/5) she worked on my problem areas fine but didn't offer advice or feedback. No quality control about the pressure. Whole body massage was overall pretty good though. Room was cold with the A/C turned up. Tammy (3.5/5)- painful in a good way, she found sore spots that I wasn't even aware of! She moved around limbs to open up areas for her to work on. Baeta - (1/5) worst massage I've ever had. It ended 10-15 minute short, adjusted music 4 times, used so much oil that I had to blot my back afterwards. It didn't feel like she was confident in what she was doing and did random strokes aimlessly. Horribly treated the knots with agressive movements back and forth and constant pressure until it 'mellowed' out. Sorry but it was not good, hopefully she improves since she did mention she was new there. //OVERALL ATMOSPHERE// Healing Tree is located in an older building so the temperature control is lacking but the rooms have sufficient space, quiet, ventilated, clean & cozy. RMTs will always begin with asking where your problem areas are (or occupation/hobbies) and what brings you in. Even though it's a 60 minute massage, the RMTs will do the initial talk & give you time to undress, & that time is included in your '60 minutes' so it's more of a 50-55min massage. They bill directly only to blue cross or else they accept most credit cards. $105 (no tips required) for a 60 min RMT session. read more

Sonya is awesome. She's the perfect combo of skill and comforting presence. Her massage was very intuitive and definitely helped my desk neck and clenched jaw. Looking forward to my next one! read more

In a fluke of my previous experiences with Healing Tree, I recently had a "massage" with Ian. I don't know if there is a particular style of massage that he uses, but it is unlike any massage I've had before. It felt more like my pressure points were being oddly pressed for much longer than was pleasant. Though he did check in with me from time to time, I wasn't really sure I was equipped to provide instruction on how to change/improve his techniques. There wasn't much massaging or rubbing, but mostly muscle poking. At times it felt as though my muscle was one tweak away from a spasm, though it never happened. While I'm sure I will return to healing tree, I'll avoid an appointment with Ian. read more

I have no complaints about this place. I booked this massage with the assistance of yelp. It got great reviews , so I took a chance. I loved being able to book online. I got there and I was offered something to drink. While I waited, the ambiance was soothing & all the clients that were coming & going appeared happy. Good sign. Sue took the time to get to know where my aches & pains were and asked questions to gauge a better idea of what I needed. Needless to say, 60 min later I felt relaxed & fantastic. I left and she have me a parting gift of Epsom salts & a tennis ball to work on my shoulders. I'll be coming back. read more

Healing Tree Massage and Wellness Studio - The waiting room - Acupuncture Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

The Healing Tree is what I have been searching for. Registered Massage Therapists and the ambience of a yoga studio. Hey! Wait a minute! The Healing Tree is just that - RMT's and a yoga studio. After suffering because my body decided to turn on me (bad body!) and stretching at home just wasn't chasing the pain, I decided that I could lurch a few blocks from home for the healing touch. Talia and her partner Crystal are known in the breast cancer survivor community for the magic they work with post surgical scars and lymphedema. Let's test them on a creaky hip! Talia had an opening the next day so I went with her. After a thorough interview, she began her work. Knowledgeable, which is expected from an RMT, but also mindful of the holistic workings of the human body, Talia slowly and methodically unwound my coiled muscles. She loosened my post surgery scar which had crimped up because of a desk job, and not enough swimming. She reduced the lymphedema. And Talia did a fine job of loosening the creaky hip. I felt inches taller after the hour-long massage. This is the place for me! Calming colours, soft gauze draperies, soft muslin sheets on the massage table. And not a sound from the busy traffic on the street below us. Check the schedule for yoga classes in the adjoining yoga studio. Bring your own mat, $10 drop in, I'll be there! The Healing Tree is located in the historic Lee Building at Main and East Broadway. Easy online appointment booking. And the bonus take home kit is very welcome. read more

Let me just start off by saying this is by far the best massage treatment I've ever received. I can't emphasize enough how picky I am about massage therapy. My biggest complaint is that therapists have weak hands, just PRESS into knots to work them out, or they dont follow the muscles and tendons through to the other ones that connect to them, resulting in a feeling of being disjointed, and as though the problem doesn't get resolved. I also hate plinky boring music. Crystal was amazing - she was THOROUGH in treating a specific sharp pain I had in my back at that moment, and so effective (it was gone by the next day!). She also used my limbs to work alongside her massage to effectively work knots out, leaving me feel SO relaxed and as though I could move again. Strong hands, and great taste in music that is current but relaxing. When our treatment was done, she showed me some stretches I could do. Overall I felt like I was in the hands of a total pro, and I recommend her and the Healing Tree to all my friends. The ONLY reason I took a star off is because I have the hardest time trying to book an appointment! They seem to be booked WEEKS in advance, which is such a disappointment. I really hope they see this and know what an amazing job they do, what a great therapist they have, and that they desperately need to either hire another one, or open up more times!! haha so my only complaint is that I'm unable to go ENOUGH. read more

I went to Healing Tree after mysteriously injuring my hip flexor. I had a full year of insurance credit to use in a short time, so I began a three month program with Teresa. Not only did she assist with healing the affected area and the severe pain I was in, she helped me realize what caused the problem in the first place - I have extremely flat feet and needed extra support insoles! Over the course of the three months I was also going through a stressful time in my life, and Teresa was quick to adapt to help treat any mental stresses I was also facing. She is so versatile (and funny)! Thank you so much Teresa. read more

I came here as a recommendation from a friend. I'm very picky about RMTs as theres a particular pressure I like, and I often find massages are just not strong enough. Sue Hartling was fantastic. She clearly has eons of experience and I felt very well taken care of. I like the location and amosphere of the spa - it wasn't pretentious & it was beautifully decorated. I would recommend her to anyone. She particular mentioned that they do not accept gratuities - which I hugely appreciate because you just enever know. read more

I can't recommend Beata enough. I first met her earlier this year at Halsa Spa in Kits and followed her here to The Healing Tree. She is very thorough and knowledgeable. I suffer from chronic pain in my upper back and neck and feel so much better after her treatments. She always takes the time to find out exactly where I'm hurting, what my range of motion is and provides helpful exercises and/or stretches that I can do at home. read more

Tried Healing Tree for the first time yesterday with my wife. I've seen other RMT's before but Tammy was fantastic. She really listened to which areas I wanted treatment and spent a lot time working them. In the past I've felt that other RMT's try to get you to come back by not fully treating you, but not so at the Healing Tree. They definitely take the time to really make sure the address you muscle issues. Tammy was excited to work on my scar tissue! That's passion for ur work. The environment is cozy, a little small but very relaxing none the less. Felt like butter after. On top of that they had a jar of bath salts and a tennis to massage our backs as a welcome gift!!! Who does that? Highly recommended. read more

This place is absolutely fabulous. I loved how I was able to just book online and pick out date that works without having to figure it out on the phone with someone. I had Whit Truong as my RMT, and she made sure to go over my health history beforehand, asking questions to make sure I got the most benefit from the massage. The massage itself was wonderful. The room itself is cosy and relaxing, with soothing music playing during the massage. Great place to de-stress....I left feeling very relaxed. The epsom salts and tennis ball (for the muscles) that I was given afterwards as well as the follow-up call from my RMT that week were both nice touches. Can't say enough good things about this place! read more

This review is based solely on the therapist I went to see, Whit Truong. I randomly googled/yelped to look for an RMT on short notice 'cause I ended up with really bad leg cramps and I self-diagnosed an issue with my piriformis muscle. Anyway, the first thing I liked was how easy it was to book an appointment on their website. They don't require you to create a log in name or password. It was as straight forward as entering your name and email address and they automatically send you a confirmation. I've gone to see Whit twice and both times she fixed me (got rid of the knots and ow-ies). I've been to several different RMTs before, but hadn't found one who could really work on the issues- muscle tension, tightness etc. I highly recommend her. I haven't yelped in months but I was so impressed that I'm kickstarting with this shout out. The place is nondescript and actually a little tenement like on the outside by Main & Broadway, but inside their establishment is an unexpected sanctuary, clean and airy. read more

I went to Healing Tree Massage and Wellness Studio for the first time yesterday. Location is very convenient and easily found. I booked my slot with Talia and she was great. She took time to figure out why I was there and she concentrated on the areas I mentioned, which was great. Talia was one of the best massage therapists I've been to and I will definitely be coming back. read more

I was in town visiting family and saw the good reviews so decided to check it out. My RMT was Stephanie and she was amazing. It was easily one of the best massages I've ever had. Her technique was a nice mix of deep tissue work on my neck/shoulders and more swedish style for my low back. I felt more relaxed and loose than I had in weeks after leaving. We are moving to Vancouver this year and I'll hope to come here regularly for my massage fix! read more

I've been here a couple of times in the past, had always had good experiences; didn't have yelp at that time. Today I had a massage with Melissa Mabon, it was excellent. In this city it can be difficult to get massages without months notice for particular days, being that it is difficult I usually go to different therapists and studios. Healing tree has always been great, and it really was a great experience to be treated by Melissa Mabon, would highly recommend. read more

I called wanting to book a RMT massage, this girl Lilian who does acupuncture picked up the phone told me no RMT but she provide great muscle relaxing massage and it's covered by my coverage, as long as she sticks 2 needles in me. Oh boy had I known my 6 yr old niece can do a better massage than her I would have saved that $130 dollars!!! (Which she told me $110 on the phone). Please do NOT have someone who does NOT know how to massage works there charging more than professional RMT price! Her massage is torture and my body is more sore than ever after that amateur "rubbing". read more

I've become a regular here after a trying a bunch of other places. Quiet, clean, air conditioned in summer, and after seeing 3 RMTs I could recommend them all. Easy online booking and reminder system, always on time and everyone is friendly and professional Highly recommended read more

I have been at healing tree before and they have always been great. I got back from an exhausting trip and booked a session with Tammy, and I feel so much better. She tried to cover as much as she could unlike some other places I have been at. ( I have been procrastinating on this feedback - apologies ) Metered parking $ 1 an hour on 8th street. read more

I had never had a massage before yesterday and it was such a great experience! Tammie worked with me and definitely helped my shoulders loosen up. The warming blankets and music were very relaxing and was a nice contrast to the rain/snow outside. I'm looking forward to more massages :) read more

I have a spinal cord injury and recurring back pain, so I've seen many massage therapists before. Caitlin is AMAZING. She did a skin rolling technique on my back and back of legs, and they haven't cramped since. She knows exactly where it's tight without me having to say anything. And she's super friendly, and when we happen to start late (because I was late), she always makes up the time, which is nice when you're paying $100 per hour! read more

Melissa was fantastic! She listened to what I was looking for, in my case a combination of relaxation and therapy for a sore back, and delivered exactly what I wanted. I will definitely be back to see her. read more

I have been there 2 times. Was great experience to get massage in comfortable room.

I'm hesitant to give this place only 2 stars and was going to give 3, but from reading the rating descriptions, I can't quite give it an A-Ok and I've experienced better totally sums up my massage here. I was really looking forward to this massage. I've been seeing a chiropractor for a few minor back issues and was on the search for a good RMT that I could continue with consistently. I have had many many massages before both RMT and relaxation so I know a good massage! The place was easy to find and convenient to where I live so it seemed like a good fit. The rooms don't feel like you're in a clinic, there is nice lighting, decor, atmosphere and the spa music that always adds to the experience. I was booked in for 60mins with Adrienne and things looked promising. I was there a bit early and she wasn't quite ready yet which was totally fine. Then I was brought into the room and we started. Or did they? The massage pressure was really off, there was a lot of assisted breathing that she got me to do. There was no flow to any of it, the whole massage was just like touching, hands going over, but not really into anything and then breathing. Then she got me to turn over onto my back and I thought great, well at least I'll get some sort of scalp massage? After about 2 mins of my neck area, she abruptly stopped and that was it! Maybe she didn't time things right? It felt like she was in a rush... I was most likely the last appointment of the night. My massage was around Christmas and on a weekend... Why did it take me so long to review? Well, I did review them on their website and was looking to try again and book another therapist, got curious and went through their reviews and.... my review was gone! Deleted? Maybe... I think I gave them 3 stars on there and I guess they didn't like that. I did notice that all the reviews on their site are only 4-5 stars so yea... At the end of the massage for your first visit, they give you a mason jar filled with epsom salts and a massage tennis ball (harder than a regular one) which is a nice touch. Was I relaxed and were my specific areas that I pointed out worked on? No, not at all. Would I be back? I'm not sure. This was just my experience with one therapist so I can't speak for any of the others who could be great! My husband also tried 2 therapists, Whit and Adrienne. He did say Whit was amazing but he had the same experience with Adrienne so maybe it's not just me? Or maybe it was an off week for her? Who knows... read more

Talia is a dream! You can feel her intention throughout the entire massage! I have repetitive strain injuries in my arm, shoulder and neck and am prone to migraines and she made me feel so incredibly relaxed. She is highly educated and incorporates osteopathic techniques throughout the massage to make it the perfect combination of slow, mindful, firm, and technical. You can feel she really loves her job! I will definitely be back! read more

I saw pretty good reviews so I decided to give this place a try. Boy was that a mistake. Customer service is probably their worst quality. I called this place to make an appointment and this lady comments " why didn't you make the appointment online" which caught me off guard. I then tried to make an appointment on the site which basically triggered an email being send to them and guess what ! No response!! I can't say much about the actual service since I never got that far. read more

Talia is great. Easy to talk to. Knowledgablel. Had a great massage. She show me stretch exercises and gave me take home kit (bath salt, tennis ball, reusable bag) to sooth those sore muslces. The studio is clean and well light. read more

I found this place on Google and made an appointment for yesterday afternoon. I have a very physical job and was in serious need of a deep tissue treatment. This place was tidy and inviting, music was chill, and the lady...sorry, I forgot her name - but she had blue hair and perfect execution. I feel like a million bucks today! Thanks!!! :) read more

Crystal was wonderful, I had been suffering from excruciating back pain for a week and I was able to get an appointment online for the same day. The space is cozy and comfortable. Crystal worked exclusively on my back and shoulders for the whole hour and I didn't want it to end. Her size is deceiving as she has powerful yet gentle magic hands! She gave me a jar of Epsom salt and a tennis ball for my knots. I was not able to leave any tip because their credit machine does not allow the addition but she said not to worry and she actually sounded like she meant it. It was all in all a wonderful experience and I would definitely go back. read more

I saw Sue Hartling, and I have to say this is one of the best all around experiences I have ever had! The massage was fantastic, beforehand she took the opportunity to try and learn more about my issues, and my body. At the end of this fantastic massage I was given a jar of Epsom salts, so I could have a soothing bath that night! Such a a thoughtful touch to really round off the experience. Sue even took the time to make a follow up call and see how I was feeling, it was really appreciated! I highly recommend going to healing tree! read more

My session was with Adrienne. She is strong as I really felt the Deep Tissue Massage. The Swedish Massage was super relaxing. As well as the scalp massage. Especially loved the scented oils if you request it. This is one of the best massages I have had. Will definately go back. Small touches like the little gifts and a follow up call the next day is very much appreciated. Highly recommend Adrienne and Healing Tree Massage and Wellness Studio. Caring and trained RMT professionals in a spa like setting. read more

Such an amazing massage! I asked for a lot of pressure and Steven R delivered. He was really able to feel out what my body needed and found tension I didn't even realize I had. Healing Tree has a really nice atmosphere, I will definitely be back. read more

Today I woke up in so much pain and knew I needed to see an RMT to help relieve the tension I was holding. I looked up reviews and decided to try the Healing Tree. I didn't think it would be possible to get an appointment the same day but it was so easy to book online, it shows everyone's schedules and I was able to see Whit, an RMT, within the hour. She is a genuine, authentic and intuitive person. She gave me a true healing gift today and am so grateful. I highly recommend Whit and the Healing Tree in general. read more

Unfortunately I couldn't even try the place. My friend bought me a gift card for my birthday and I scheduled the appointment. The reason why I scheduled was because I'm under a lot of stress and needed the massage. Today, on the day of the massage I called about 15 minutes before to tell them I forgot and that I live close by, if I should reschedule and the lady instead of telling me to go there right away or anything like that, she said that she would check the schedule and call me back. I tried calling them for an entire hour after that with no success. Than the owner just called me saying that because I called only 15 minutes before my appointment that they would not return my money or schedule any other massage!!! YES, 80 dollars gone just like that!!!!!! I tried to explain that I was under a lot of stress and I expected to be able to reschedule or even pay extra 50%, but she said that it's just the way it is. So BE CAREFUL! If you have any unexpected situation in your life you can lose the ENTIRE payment of you massage just like me read more

I've been going to Healing Tree Massage Therapy for a couple years now so decided to finally write a review :) Their location is very convenient by transit and also by car... at the corner of Broadway and Main st with lots of parking all around. The clinic is in the historic Lee Building and I totally love their new renovated space. It's comfy and cozy and super clean with lots of natural wood accents. I mostly see Sue with a little bit of Tammy and Whit as well. :) Sue does go away on vacations for a month or two at a time but all the other RMT's at this clinic seem to be of top quality. I would say that I prefer a firmer pressured massage and the RMT's mentioned previously definitely will give that to you if you want. I'm sure they do softer massages too if you request it. Sue seems to always be able to tell where I will be sore and how to massage the knots out of my muscles. If it's one of my problem areas in my right shoulder, she asks "Is it really sore?" to make sure she doesn't give me too much pressure there. :) Very considerate. And, I think she goes above and beyond what other RMT's have done for me by massaging my pecs and my armpit, which are muscle groups linked to the sore ones in my shoulder. Who knew they were all connected? although it's a lil bit embarrassing to have someone pressing into my armpit, I have to say that this is what makes my painful shoulder feel so much better afterwards. I would credit weekly massage sessions with Sue for what has helped me live almost pain-free from an old injury in my right shoulder. Other people seem to have issues with the online booking system but I feel this is much more convenient. I am a shift worker and it's sometimes at 3 am that I feel like I should have a massage soon! It's so easy to go online to book an appointment. Now they even send you a reminder via text message as well. Anyway, to summarize, I would wholeheartedly recommend Healing Tree Massage for all your aches and pains and massaging needs :) read more

I was recommended to Healing Tree by a colleague, and I'm really glad I followed through with the suggestion. The registered massage therapists are considerate, kind, and non judgemental. They have many different RMTs working at Healing Tree; because they all book up so quickly, for last minute appointments, on several occasions I've had to select "no preference for RMT" on their online booking site to get a massage asap. Despite not having a "go to" RMT, I've had a good experience with all of them I always feel comfortable knowing they are friendly and professional. Although they don't have free parking, I've managed to find street parking a couple of blocks down the road. The price is friendly; for 60 minutes, it is $100 with tax included, which is an awesome deal for my wallet. ;) read more

Wonderful experience, Nicole is very professional and VERY effective. I've just left my first appointment, I will definitely be back and I'll definitely be recommending Healing Tree Massage to friends. read more

Great little massage spot! I've had 3 massages so far (all from different therapists- Sue, Adrienne & Talia) and all were fantastic. They all listened to my reasons for wanting a massage and provided helpful stretches afterwards. Also no pressure or hinting to leave a tip. It's not a 'super fancy spa' ambiance so if that's important to you, best to go elsewhere. Personally I'm more interested in getting a quality massage. I will definitely be coming back! read more

Hard to go wrong here. I've now had several visits and it's been great. Online scheduling is a huge bonus. I don't use one particular RMT and have found them all to range from good to great. read more