I went to Jennifer when I was feeling pretty good and left feeling even better. I went to her for Zero Balancing, which I'd never heard of, and found it INCREDIBLY relaxing. She strikes me as someone who is very well informed, versed in a range of therapeutic approaches, and incredibly competent. Awesome hands-on body work from Jennifer, that's to be sure ... and all in a pleasant environment! Update: it's 2014 and she's still going strong! read more

Jennifer is a pro at what she does and I wouldn't hesitate to make an appointment with her. She has an incredibly busy schedule. Her unique Zero balancing technique will set you straight. It is unlike any other massage I've experienced, the process is easy and smooth. When you are done it feels like you've got a new spine and grew two inches. read more

My girlfriend had a recurring set of injuries that resulted two years ago in tearing her spine out from her hips, rendering her unable to stand or walk without significant pain. A friend and former professor in the dance department recommended Jennifer Allen and something called Zero Balancing, which we were told combined structural (mostly skeletal) body work with energy work -- something like massage plus acupressure. We needed to do something fast, because health care (and insurance) moves at such a snail's pace, so my girlfriend went to Jennifer Allen in the hopes that zero balancing might be a stop-gap measure that would return to her some mobility. As it turned out, Jennifer Allen gave her so much more -- not only was my girlfriend able to stand and walk again (I should note that the physical therapist she was able to see eventually contributed!), but Jennifer was also able to enhance her emotional and energetic well-being in short order. So, I decided to go too -- I didn't have any extreme health problems (just the usual compression from sitting in front of a computer for hours at a time), but I was feeling unsettled, scattered, and really, really anxious for the first time in my life, no doubt due to constant work pressure. Hey, I figured, my energy could use a boost. We have both been going almost every two weeks ever since. Zero Balancing, we discovered, gave us room to understand what it is we need -- in mind and body. I know that for me, with each session, it becomes easier for me to find balance again, which is so vital because let's face it, balance is not the nature of the university. Jennifer is herself a wonderful, warm presence -- compassionate, attentive, professional, and friendly. She checks in and personalizes each session according to your needs, both mental and physical. If you wish to be more grounded in order to complete a project (a manuscript, for instance), she calms and centers your energies. If your lower back aches from sitting in front of a computer all day, she can release that tension and "reset" your skeletal structure. (Jennifer also teaches Alexander, which is a technique of re-learning to hold your body in more healthful ways. Also, yoga!) This town can force those of us who are unused to such isolation, or the myriad pressures of being in an atypical university town, to find new ways to make life more sustainable. In this regard, Jennifer Allen is a real treasure! read more

Based on other Yelp reviews, I decided to give Jennifer a try for some chronic neck and shoulder strain I had been having. I opted for the zero balance session on her recommendation. I can say that I felt no different following the session. While she is a lovely person, I really didn't care being seen in her spare bedroom and having to use her family bathroom-would have preferred being treated in a rented space in a public office. read more

The best. I get bodywork everywhere I go and I travel quite a bit and Jennifers work is as good as any I've ever had. She cares deeply about your health both mental and physical and can give as strong a massage as any male therapist I've ever had if you like that kind of thing which I sometimes do. Unbelievable prices for this level of service. I always feel a little guilty cause i pay twice as much for this in any major city and it is not as good. A huge benefit of living in the cornfields. I do not recommend anyone else in town. read more

I cannot say enough good things about my massage experience with Jennifer. She is warm and inviting and naturally puts you at ease the moment you step through the door. I am not a big fan of massage, generally, but Jennifer has changed my mind. I went in for a particular pain, and not only did she alleviate it, but she managed to alleviate pain I didn't even realize I was having. She is clearly very knowledgable about what she does, and I felt like she worked different muscles and trigger points differently than any other massage I've had. I cannot recommend her enough, and she even offers student pricing!! read more

My hips were out of alignment...each rotated its own way. My life was full of irreducible stressers. I went to see Jennifer, who listened to my explanations of how my body felt out of whack, and asked just the right questions to let her understand how my mental and spiritual sides were also a bit off kilter. Her work, as always, was gentle, and soothing. I got off the table feeling so much better. My body felt straight again, I felt stabler, more centered and whole. I'm looking forward to another session. I'm so envious of those who get to see her regularly! read more

Jennifer is simply amazing! She helped me through a back injury and through some heart problems--and all with Zero Balancing. Traditional medicine was not working for either issue, but going to Jennifer for zero balancing worked wonders. During the course of my treatment she even learned some new techniques for organs (heart and lungs, esp) that made all the difference for me. Now that I'm all fixed up, I keep going back for relaxation and stress relief. Jennifer is absolutely attentive to individual needs. I have recommended her to all of my friends and am glad to be able to do so here as well. read more

Jennifer is one of Champaign's secret treasures when it comes to bodywork/massage. She is very attentive, professional, and very knowledgeable about the work she does and explains things clearly as to why she is working on the areas that she does. After experiencing years of massage and chiropractic work, her Zero Balance work has been the treatment that has worked the best for me. I find myself carrying myself with better posture, more energy, and more ease. Everyone should at least experience this amazing method once for stress, recovery from injuries/ailments, or body aches and pains. I highly recommend her to all of my friends. read more

Jennifer is wonderful! I've only ever gone to her for massages, but I've yet to meet anyone else who has such a calming personality. I always leave feeling much better than when I arrive. read more