Great massage! Private studio so it's very comfortable. Would definitely be recommending to all…read morethat I know. Location is very easy to find as well. Helped combat my tight schedule so I'm forever grateful! Can't wait to be back!

You are in great hands when it comes to Alexandra. I was so out of whack after two weeks of nonstop…read moretravel and she was so attentive to what my body needed plus a great communicator to make sure she was aligned with my own needs. Couldn't recommend her enough!

I don't even know where to start I wish Yelp had 10 stars!…read more I met Maggie today after dealing with back pain for the past 5-6 months, and after just one session, it was the first time in a long time that I could sit, walk, and stand without pain. I was even able to walk 6 miles afterward with no discomfort at all. She truly knows what she's doing and takes her time with each patient. Maggie also sent me videos after my appointment with exercises to do weekly, which I really appreciated. She's incredibly easy to talk to, has amazing energy, and her office is so cute and cozy. Thank you Maggie you are magical! I can't wait to see you again in August. I would HIGHLY recommend her!

Maggie is wonderful. Her myofascial therapy is very different, and so much more impactful, than a…read moretypical "massage." She's given me so many great tips and exercises. She's a true champion of foam rollers and her guidance has really improved my physical well being. No matter what's going on in my life, her easygoing, warm, and patient presence makes each appointment such a pleasure. I recommend signing up for her online videos and attending her rolling classes in person or remotely.

I started seeing Sharon about two years ago for a lower back injury and tight hips / quads. I…read morebenefit greatly from our monthly bodywork sessions. Sharon is amazing, focusing not only on my problem areas, but truly listening to my body to work on the other less obvious problem areas. As the body is always changing, no two massages are the same, and she never falls into a predictable massage pattern. Her body work is well balanced, and focused. She gently encourages breathing and other lifestyle complements not only on the table, but in life. Not only is Sharon a stellar massage therapist, she is a genuine, positive, self deprecating, intelligent person, with a great sense of humor. We have had plenty of quiet introspective sessions, and plenty filled with dialogue, and many with laughter. I always leave with an improved spirit. Sharon's client base is loyal, and have been with her for many years. She runs her business with integrity, and is solid to the core.

Sharon is an amazing massage therapist. The pressure is just right. She really gets the circulation…read moreflowing and works out the kinks. If I could I would see her at least once a week.

Wonderful massage therapist. Funny, honest and respects your space. She will listen and you will…read morefeel like you are in safe, caring hands.

Margy doesn't just give a relaxing massage, she does real therapeutic body work. She targets the…read moreareas that you are having problems with and not only works the tightness out but gives you advice and exercises and stretches to help you treat yourself. On top of being a master of what she does, she is a really great person -- open, genuine and easy to relate to.

First off, I saw Vanessa both before the pandemic struck and also after. As you can read about, she…read morehas several safety measures in place -- sanitizing her hands before touching a person, requiring good ventilation, and masks for her and her client. Just in case you're nervous about getting a massage, which I respect, you should know Vanessa is minimizing risk. Why would *I* risk getting a massage in the middle of a pandemic? Because Vanessa is the BEST. I've had numerous massages in my life and they felt great -- I was a limp noodle afterward -- but getting worked on by Vanessa is the only time I've been able to sustain feeling good in my body. That's because she lets you know things like, "The reason you're in pain is because your hamstring is overextended" and then gives DIY exercises to correct the issue. The first time I worked with Vanessa I literally felt like I was learning how to walk all over again because my hips, pelvis, and probably other body parts, were finally in the proper alignment. She's phenomenal. And what with the stress of this pandemic, you probably need a massage more than ever, right?

My friend gifted me a prenatal massage with Vanessa as a babyshower gift. I texted Vanessa right…read moreaway to set up an appointment. She was communicative and easy to schedule with. I had an appointment booked right away. The massage itself was WONDERFUL. I have had a lot of bodywork, but Vanessa's knowledge and care is top notch. She has such a deep understanding of the human body in general, and an even deeper knowledge of the pregnant body. I am so grateful to be able to see her throughout my pregnancy. I have recommended her to friends both pregnant, and not. I am so grateful to my friend who connected Vanessa and I. If you are in the East Bay and looking for a wonderful massage therapist who listens to you and works with your body to help alleviate any pain or discomfort - look no further!

Edward Chand is a fabulous therapist. During my training towards my black belt I often suffered…read morefrom repetitive Stress injuries, overall soreness, muscle tightness and strains. His ability to identify the root cause is impressive and most importantly the instant relief is like a miracle worker. I absolutely love his deep tissue work which is rare amongst most therapist. It is clear that Edward is very talented and knowledgeable on the anatomy of the human musculoskeletal system. Edward is one of those individuals who's is a great healer and seems to find his own self healing by healing others. I am grateful that he is available for me during my times of critical need. Hats off to this amazing therapist/healer.

Alex is PHENOMENAL. His level of expertise is out of this world. I've gotten full body massages at…read morea few other places in San Diego and because that was all I had to compare to, they were great for what they were. A massage therapist I went to in San Diego recommended that I try neuromuscular therapy due to my needs and her noting that my body responded well to compression massage (thank goodness for her because she led me to search for NMT therapists specifically in the Bay Area). There are so many positives but the main ones for me are that I was having migraines once a month and after going to Alex regularly they were completely gone. He listens to your needs every session. There are multiple times when my upper back hurts more and he focuses on that area. I personally regard my sessions as treatment rather than a massage because of how they are tailored to my needs. No two massages have felt the same and that's a pro for me. I also really appreciate the knowledge he has about improving posture and tips for us remote desk workers. I've needed to take some of his urgent appointments due to hurting my back and foot and he was super responsive and both times I felt improvement. So amazing! Very grateful for those urgent appointments! Alex is extremely communicative with rate changes, when there is a COVID exposure if you have an upcoming appointment, updates on what he might be doing that impacts you as a client, if he's taking new clients or not, and for scheduling. I've been going for a while now and Alex has always kept his mask on (in case that's important to you!). He has also offered perks for free like essential oils and hot stone when other places charge you at least $5-10 extra for that. Parking is extremely easy, but you might have a hard time finding the spot initially. Instructions sent do explain how to get there. Highly recommend Alex. I wish I could give more than 5 stars!

Lousy communication Bought a coupon from Yelp for her…read moremassage Left several messages asking for a time Zero responses. Total disrespect of the customer

I can't recommend Amanda highly enough. I began seeing Amanda about two months ago for tui-na…read moremassage at the Octagon North clinic in Oakland as an adjunct to acupuncture treatment. I quickly came to appreciate that her natural gifts as a healer, combined with her eclectic and in-depth training as a psycho-somatic practitioner, far exceeded the realm of "body work." She works empathically with her voice as well as her hands, and has a knack for honing in on the root causes of where I'm feeling ungrounded or seeking greater balance. My initial 20 minute session quickly turned into hour-long weekly sessions -- made possible by her extremely reasonable hourly fee. I've heard it said that "the issue's in the tissue." I love that. And truly, I'm amazed at how skilled Amanda has been in honing in on several stubbornly held beliefs I've held that seem to lead directly to restrictive somatic patterning, aka stuck places, in my body. Within only a couple of weeks I noticed myself feeling less rigid in my posture, less anxious throughout the day, and more effortlessly relaxed and alert - basically, less in my head and more in my body. So nice! I know this seems like a hyperbolic review, but as a psychologist with a long-standing interest in exploring Eastern and Western approaches to healing, I've come into contact with a wide variety of healing practitioners over the years, and come away underwhelmed by many. Amanda, whose sensitivity, humility, humor and intelligence are immediately apparent, is the real deal. I've come to think of her as a bona fide "shamama" :)

Jeannette is perhaps the worst massage therapist I've ever had. I was told by a friend not to go…read moresee her and I should have listened. She is rude and very racist. Her attitude towards white clients was completely different than how she approaches her clients of color. In addition, her techniques are not up to date and she is extremely expensive for the amount of time she actually spends with clients. She is a parking nazi! During my session, she quickly stopped mid session because someone parked on her parking spot. When I asked her if she could add the 10 minutes to my session, she quickly told me to get out. DO NOT see Jeannette! She might have been a decent massage therapist but that is not the case anymore.

Jeanette is impressive. She utilizes her extensive knowledge of the human body to customize…read moremassages. I've recommended her to a friend and he's found pain relief in his shoulder from seeing her.