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8 years ago
The perfect getaway in the middle of Manhattan. The location in Gramercy is basically a transplant from Puerto Rico, where it was first opened. The wellness center has both tropical island and old New York vibes. A place where you can easily relax and disconnect from the present time. I particularly love the Rejuvapod and the treatments with lights. I have sensitive skin and the blue light and infrared cleared my acne and scars! It's amazing!! They also have midweek specials for specific treatments and it's totally worth it! They are open from 10:30am to 6:30pm read more
13 years ago
I did the 1 hour flotation. Let me start out by saying I had originally rated it as 1 star, but after walking around afterward, I decided to walk back and ask for a refund. The nice man at the front desk was very accommodating and refunded me my $80. So, as far as customer service, this place is great. Unfortunately, the rest of my experience was quite bad. The idea of the flotation tank is sensory deprivation. Its supposed to be pitch black. It is. It's supposed to be completely silent. It is not. The whole time I was lying there, I heard something clicking. Every couple of seconds: click. And 2 seconds later: click. And as if that was not annoying enough, once in a while, the clicking stopped. For about 8 or 10 seconds, I thought "Finally, it's quiet!" Then it starts again. Clicks and clicks and clicks, every few seconds or so. Turns out, I learned while I was leaving that the clicking noise was the water heater that's designed to match the water temp with your skin temperature. But, it is so distracting that I just kept getting more and more ticked off. All the while, it's hot and humid, so the sweat begins dropping into your eyes, but you can't do anything about it, because if you wipe your eyes, you get Epsom salt in them. Actually, on second thought, that would've been preferable. But neither lying in a humid bath tub with tapping sounds every 3 seconds nor putting Epsom salt in my eyes are worth $80. Nice guy at the front desk, though. read more
8 years ago
This place is CRAZY I booked a service on classpass and the receptionist was screaming at me because my appointment wasn't written in his notebook.... he kept yelling at ME that he told classpass not to let people book on weekends which apparently was my problem Stay away unless you want a crazy old man to yell at you because he doesn't know how to use technology read more
9 years ago
This place was a disappointment. Booking a package over the phone was a hassle and that should have been my first sign. The place is cluttered, drafty, and not set up well for a relaxing experience. Hearing employees discuss clients "she is a piece of work", and a less than pleasant odor topped off the experience. The actual people who provided my treatments- Chastity and Elfy - were good and that's the only reason I can muster up a two-star review. I will not be going back. read more
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Jane G.
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I've been obsessed with the idea of floating for a while now, and when I discovered that La Casa has a floatation room, I knew I had to go. The spa itself has a wonderfully relaxing atmosphere that reminds me of being in a bungalow. It sets the tone for what customers can expect for the rest of their time at La Casa. For all you float snobs out there: it is indeed a room, not a tank. This was my first time floating, so I can't speak to which is better. I wish I could remember the name of the gentleman who was working there that day. He was very helpful and explained everything to me thoroughly. They provide shampoo and soap for you to use before entering the tank to make sure no excess dirt and oil gets into the water. You then step into the room, close the opaque black door behind you, sit in the tub and lay back. I feel like I made a few rookie mistakes. 1) I really should have given myself some time with the lights on to get adjusted to the sensation of being weightless before turning the light off. Complete darkness and weightlessness all at the same time can be disorienting. 2) I should have just been honest with myself and used the little inflatable pillow from the get-go. I thought I could just "force" my neck muscles to relax, but if I had used the inflatable pillow from the beginning I would have gotten better results 3) I should NOT have shaved before floating. Definitely felt the sting in a few places 4) I should have asked the gentleman to keep the music off. The deep bassy tones under the water were almost deafening at points As far as what I actually experienced, well, I'll let you all try it for yourself. I've read about a lot of different experiences, and I think everyone will have different results. If you are itching to float, I would definitely do it at La Casa! read more
15 years ago
La Casa Day Spa is a fantastic place and I can't believe that everyone and their mom isn't beating down the door to get an appt. The setting is very relaxed and extraordinarily peaceful. I got my first colonic here today and it was a much different experience than I had pictured in my head. First of all, the room is very calming rather than sterile and cold. Cher was very friendly and great at putting me at ease and making sure I was comfortable. She was professional and respectful of the situation at hand. Not chatty like some spa staff we've all encountered. She asked questions about my lifestyle and diet to make recommendations on how I could improve my digestive health. I enjoyed my experience so much that I scheduled my next appt before I left. I'm very interested to try a float on my next visit! The only "note" I can make about La Casa is that it could use a cleaning lady. The treatment room, lobby and changing room were all neat and tidy, but the bathroom was in need of some attention. Not in an offputting way, but more along the lines of the small things we notice in our own homes and accept out of our own laziness. read more
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Jane G.
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In fact, we have increased the cleaning schedule of the spa. We hope…
I agree with the first review, granola vibe all the way. Went for a day of treating myself to pampering with a friend from out of town. Was hopeful and excited about this place because the prices seemed reasonable for a deep tissue massage. Looks outdated, but people are friendly and the place is basic. My masseuse was good, very strong! My friend got a salt bath and said it was awesome. There were lots of posters of the digestive system and tons of appointments seem to be coming in for colonics. I have never had one, but it freaked me out a little bit to think of people getting their poop sucked out in all these different rooms around me. read more
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Jane G.
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Hi Andrea,…
17 years ago
5 stars! yes, no kidding! WHY? well, la casa day spa has a couple of things to offer which you'd have to spend a lot of time going around and looking for to find them. and they have them both right in the center of the city! 1. ozone sauna it's basically a box you sit in where your head sticks out. steam is let in and ozone. the steam opens your pores and makes it possible for the ozone to enter your body. the health benefits of this are too numerous to list them all. but most of all: it eliminates all the toxins, heavy metals, poisons, bacteria, viruses, fungi, inflammations from your body. it helped me amazingly with my arthritis. it helped me recover from a back injury inflicted at work. after having done the sauna i was able to go back to work the day after. and the price is awesome too: $75 for one 30min session, $50 if you bring one other person along with you. you can't beat that! 2. pulsed magnetic machine the idea behind this is this more or less: you wrap cables around parts of your body where you have ailments you want to get rid of. through the cables runs a magnetic field generated electrically by the machine. this machine basically restored my lyme disease ridden body to a degree that i could exhaust myself at the gym again like in the good ol times. it also works miracles for my menstrual migraines. it is just a miracle machine that's the best description for it. a friend of mine had a pain in her ankle, she could not walk. she went there for a 10min session and walked out of the spa normally and pain free!!! they offer it for $60 the first session and $90 for the consecutive. and every cent is worth it! i really can't imagine living without this machine. at least until i get all of the lyme critters out of my body ... i can't believe this place is right across the street from my work. that's too good to be true! all power to jane and gregg who run the spa. i love them!!! it's true what the other reviewer said though: gregg does not answer the phone a lot, but you can always leave a message and he'll get back to you shortly afterwards. so don't get discouraged by that. read more
7 years ago
Always an amazing experience workin with Jane and her friendly staff
12 years ago
I have been developing craters (actual craters!) in my skull for the last couple of years. At the front of my head. They got really more pronounced last winter and I figured out that it was a Vitamin D deficiency. I have been taking 1000mg of D3 daily for the last couple of years, but it made only a slight difference. Then Jane Goldberg at La Casa recommend I start taking this PH Miracle D supplement, and the craters have completely gone. And I have been taking it only once every 3 or 4 days. Getting this problem resolved is a giant weight off my mind. These guys REALLY know what they're talking about when it comes to health. read more
11 years ago
I've been an off and on long time customer of La Casa and I've never had any problems (well, except that one time many, many years ago when Greg and I had a little misunderstanding about a scheduled/cancelled (?) appointment; but we settled it amicably). I don't trust anyone else with my colon therapy. Cher and Gaia are excellent at putting you at ease (I have shy bowels) and getting to the root of your health issues. Then Greg gives you a nice piping hot cup of tea afterwards to help you relax before you hit the road (colonics can be draining if you've been eating poorly). It's always so nice and quiet there and you never run into other customers in the common areas. Also, I like the convenience of storage lockers for my things. Sadly, I haven't availed myself to any of their other services, so I can't comment on them. But I'm willing to bet their other services are just as relaxing and restorative. I plan to visit to begin detoxing again as soon as my schedule permits! read more
12 years ago
Came here to try the Flotation/Sensory Deprivation Tank. The experience was incredible. Euphoric. The clicking sound (mentioned in people's earlier reviews) was not there (I almost didn't go because of those reviews but I'm glad I did). It was pitch black. The guy at the front counter was nice and to the point. If you want to try Flotation, give this place a go. I can't speak to the other things they offer (yet), but I will definitely be back. read more
9 years ago
I've come here twice in the past 5 or so years. At first I did the Japanese ion foot bath--lovely. Lately I did the ozone thereapy (I had strep throat) and did not want to take an antibiotic. Within 24 hours my strep was completely gone and I also noticed that my candida (overshare) was gone! The staff was very kind and super helpful. The spa is lovely and very homelike! I highly recommend! read more
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Jane G.
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Cynthia,…
17 years ago
I agree with most of what I see posted about this place. And I know most people don't talk about this stuff in polite company, but if you are ever going to get "colon therapy" (aka a colonic), you should get it done by Sher. I really can't imagine the experience going better unless there was a unicorn holding my hand and a Pegasus massaging my temples. That's all I'm gonna say about that. read more
15 years ago
Got a flotation session here for my birthday and really enjoyed it. The man working that day was very friendly and welcoming and the overall atmosphere itself was calm and relaxing. I was hoping for a bit more of a sensory-deprivation experience, but I kept floating into the corners of the flotation tub which kept grounding me in reality. Also, even with earplugs in I could hear music occasionally coming from other parts of the building, but that's a New York problem, and not the fault of the spa. But even though I couldn't really lose myself in the flotation experience it was still really soothing and forced me to blow the dust off of some of my meditation skills which is always a good thing. I did feel very relaxed and exfoliated afterwards, and would like to try it again. read more
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Jane G.
Business Owner
Thank you Effe! We are happy you enjoyed your experience at La Casa…
13 years ago
Ugh..I wish I had read these reviews. I went for the floatation and had the exact experience as Ross B. - the DAMN CLICKING. I thought I was hallucinating and it was not a relaxing experience at all. The water temperature was definitely off and you can hear people moving around outside as well. Does not rate well in terms of cleanliness either. I will likewise be asking for a refund though, as Ross points out, there is a nice man at the desk so I feel bad leaving this review. TLDR; Do not go here for floatation. read more
9 years ago
I went here for floatation a few times. It was a great experience the staff is super respectful and helpful. I've been meaning to go back for a lymphatic drainage massage but haven't had the chance. They only book this treatment on the weekends which can be a hassle for people who work those days. The one problem I had with the floatation is this, don't forget to put your earplugs in because you may hear some outside noise. Once I put them in no problems. read more
8 years ago
La Casa is the WORST place in the entire New York State!!!!! Arrived 30 min before my schedule appointment, the door to the building was close, for 30 min from 6:30-7pm I rang the bell, called 10 times and left many messages no one from the office bother to answer the phone or open the door for me. The temperature outside was 101 degrees with 95% humidity. Finally around 7pm a tenant left the building and I got to enter the building. obviously I was furious!!!! I cancelled my 7pm appointment. The service is disgraceful, Shameful and embarrassing. The stuff don't respect their customers. One star is too much, They deserve no stars at all. NEVER AGAIN!!!!!! People should try to go to queens colonic center 1/2 the price and only 20 min subway ride. the service and facility is absolutely Amazing. Really worth the trip. read more
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Jane G.
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G G,…
The waiting room in this spa is really relaxing..nice hardwood floors, a cozy vibe with almost tropical decor. I went here for floatation, I read about it and figured it was just the thing I needed. The guy who was working (name slips my mind) was really helpful and explained everything to me which was nice because I had no idea what I was walking into. The floatation itself is kind of a crazy idea, but I can see if I did it a few more times I would really get into it. The facility though, wasn't the greatest. I expected a lot from just being in the waiting room, but the room with the floatation pool reminded me of a locker room at a swimming pool. It just didn't have that spa type of environment at all (even though the rest of the spa and the massage rooms look really nice). There is a shower in the same room as the pool, but the soap and shampoo (no conditioner) were in this wall mounted device, and after using it I really didn't feel that clean-and you need to shower after because there is so much salt from the pool. I would just expect that for what you are paying, and at a spa, you would have a nice line of products to use. So in that aspect, after the floatation I was relaxed, but I didn't feel so clean-I was using some crappy soap. I just think the facility itself and their products could use an upgrade. If I were to go again, I'd bring my own shampoo/conditioner/soap to use. Maybe my expectation is not accurate, I don't know what other floatation tanks/pools are like since I've never done it, but I was told if you want to experience floatation, go to this spa because it's so nice. I guess I can do a little more research... read more
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Jane G.
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Nikki,…
9 years ago
I love this place. I float regularly and often stay and chat with the staff long after it's done. Greg is a really great guy. Reading some reviews, some people seem bothered by various aspects of the float tank. I've floated at La Casa 15+ times and think it's a great float. It's significantly better than other places I've floated - it's more of a tub, which is way less claustrophobic than the tanks I've been in. No float tanks are perfectly silent, all of them will have water that will burn your eyes if you rub them, etc. The point of float is to relax and be with what is. That's hard, but this tank is what you need to get the job done. I'll be there tomorrow for another float, just waiting for them to open to make the call :) read more
8 years ago
I just started going there and bought a pkg of treatments. I missed one of my treatments and was told I would be charged 1/2 of the treatment. I tried to reschedule for later that day but was told the policy stands. Unfortunately I was never explained the policy ever. I told the owner that and he said too bad. They also never send you a reminder of any sort. I asked for a 1st time exception since I was never told of the policy and he said no. Sometimes you have to look at the situation and make exceptions. Its called good customer service. Thank goodness there are plenty of choices out there. read more
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Jane G.
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Su,…
14 years ago
I made an appointment for a colonic and an oxygen bath. After doing research about this amazing therapy, widely used in Japan and other alternative forward thinking countries I was intrigued to say the least. More than a spa that just offers very friendly, experienced colon therapist, a float tank, massages, facials and some other usual spa therapies. THIS PLACE OFFER MORE! Like the ozone bath there is also a detox salt float room, bio mat therapies, a vibration board and many more amazing healing tools that you do not see many places in NYC! I learned so much just by reading the pamphlets and talking to my therapist. Thank you La Casa for the amazing, unique experience and the knowledge. M. Bekele read more
14 years ago
Viva La Casa! I love this place. I got my first colonic here over a year ago and have been coming ever since. Gregg (at the front desk) is incredibly kind and accommodating and always ensures I have a cup of tea in my hand so I can sit and relax before my treatment. I have only had colonics here but if my budget loosens up and I can start splurging on other services, I would be happy to try out of number of things they offer (see their full menu of services- it's pretty extensive). PLEASE NOTE: Their prices are not any higher than the industry standard and are actually pretty reasonable. I just mean that I personally am on a tight budget; not that their prices are high. Cher is an AMAZING colon therapist. The first time I went, she was very thorough at providing all the information I needed, asking questions about my medical history and diet, and getting me acquainted and comfortable with what she was doing. Then, she gave me the run-down on what types of things to eat/drink and what to avoid directly following my colonic. Since that first time, she skips all the info as we've already covered it so the session is more direct and efficient. She is a kind soul and great person to get to know! In addition to her interesting background and training in colon therapy and nutrition, she is incredibly creative, sweet, and a real smart cookie. She would make anyone feel comfortable and cared for as she geniuinely seeks to help people. I always leave here feeling great! read more
11 years ago
Ordered a gift card online and after a month I still have not received it. I emailed them and still have not heard a response...it's been over a month since I sent the email. read more
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Jane G.
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Heather,…
8 years ago
Candy is awesome and I had a nice sauna experience. The air was so fresh in there with all the salt. I felt comfortable with my first time there. I can't wait to go back and float. read more
14 years ago
The only reason that I am giving this one star is because the act of floating (not his flotation tank) was great BUT DO IT ELSEWHERE! FIrst, when I arrived (@ 20 minutes before my session) I stood in the cold and rain buzzing their front desk to get in and calling multiple times, no one picked up. The owner (I think he was the owner) comes in behind me and asks if i am trying to go to the spa. I said yes. He doesnt apologize just brings me up and gives me the paper work. Very unprofessional and rude. Secondly, when I was in the floatation tank, probably for the last 20 minutes of my session, I kept hearing this "drip drop". Very, very annoying when the whole purpose of the tank is sensory deprivation. I literally kept changing my position and looking around to find out what was making the noise. I finally just got up, before my session had ended, and went and took a shower.I told the owner about it when I got out. He sad it was due to the heating system and there is nothing he could do. Again no apology. I do not recommend this spa! read more
13 years ago
Float Room Review Only: unfortunately I have to say: stay away. I'd read the reviews calling it "outdated", etc, but I'd really wanted to float, & this is the only place in NY w a float room (other than 1 other spa that has the worst reviews ever, including claims of feces in the water). I'm sure this was a really nice float-room setup when it was 1st installed, but they need to spend the cash to make necessary repairs, thoroughly clean/disinfect, & install a system in the exterior shower/locker room area to keep the float tub's moisture from lurking & turning into mold & mildew. I'm FAR from a germaphobe or neat-freak (I don't blink twice about showering & changing at a public pool), & I can handle places that are a little "unkempt" or "locker-room-level" of clean, but this was below locker-room-clean. (Maybe we can nominate them for an Extreme Spa Makeover, or call Tabitha to set them straight! I'd love to see this place succeed, and a good float place is badly needed in this city.) The walls of the float room itself have some ripples & bulges where the moisture has caused them to buckle over the years. The guy told me the music speaker hasn't worked in years. It was dimly lit when I went in the float room, but I spotted small sections of mold/algae/mildew in the lower corners on the walls. The shower itself has lots of mildew in the grout, & the tiles are black so who knows what's growing on them. They should keep their spa at least as clean as I keep my bathroom--(I don't even clean my bathroom that often, but it is WAY cleaner than this one). I was glad I brought flipflops & my own towel & toiletries, because I was pretty grossed out showering in that space (& it takes a LOT to gross me out). Unfortunately, after you've relaxed by floating, your muscles tense right up as soon as you get out & have to shower down in that gross shower. Other reviewers have stated that the exterior changing area is more like a locker room, and although I don't require a lot from a bare-bones "spa", this place needs to do a few simple upgrades to make this room clutter-free & upgraded so that it at least feels like a nice, clean, tidy place that you don't mind changing & showering in--right now, it reminds me more of a shower area that your kinda-crazy-kinda-hoarder-dollar-store-shopping-great-aunt might have in her house: Crappy old towel shelves from the dollar store, a tiny hair-dryer that is permanently attached to the wall like you'd find in a seedy motel, and they have a bunch of plastic bath scrubbies hanging around, but they're not sealed & don't look new--so I assume they've been used & then washed & hung out for reuse: no thanks. As someone else pointed out: shampoo etc are in a push-dispenser glued to the wall of the shower--is it really that hard to install an IKEA shower shelf & have "nice" bottles of toiletries for spa visitors? As for the float: yes, it was very relaxing, & my muscles have never been looser (until I had to get out & shower in the mildew-shower, then I tensed up again). But I also suspect the float tub is maybe not cleaned as regularly as it should be, because: ...I wound up calling them a few days after my float because I got ear infections in both ears, even though I used ear plugs. (I haven't had an ear infection since I was 4.) I asked if the water had been cleaned recently or not, as I was concerned I might develop other health problems if the ear infections were due to something in the water, rather than just water getting caught in my ears. The guy was concerned about my ears, and was nice about me calling, but mostly just gave me ear infection advice (saying "it's just water trapped in your ears"). He also told me that the water is so salty that no bacteria can grow (then how is mold growing on the walls of the place?) and he said that they completely changed the water after every floater--maybe this is true, but I'm skeptical, since I was told to hurry my shower for the next floater booked in the next hour block right after me, but I didn't see any staff go in after I left the room to do any maintenance/water-changing...& I certainly didn't see anyone "readying" the "new" water right before my float session began. Don't get me wrong, they were nice people, it was reasonably priced, they don't mean any ill intent, & floating IS incredibly relaxing & wonderful. But they need to clean & renovate this float area before they allow people to use it. Sadly, unless another CLEAN spa opens a float room, I'll have to float only when I'm in some other town with a reputable, clean float room, because I'm not coming back to La Casa, & I'm sure as hell not trying out the other "poop tub" float place that is also in h read more
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Jane G.
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We have been told in the past that our spa has an out-dated look, so…
9 years ago
So rude booked an appointment I had to cancel they charged my cc like I had the service done they didn't even give me credit to re schedule. Never again this place sucks. read more
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Jane G.
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Johanna…
15 years ago
This was a horrible experience. They tell you to arrive early so I got there 15 minutes early and just sat there waiting the entire time. I was scheduled for a colonic. They say it is an hour, but by the time all the blabbing is done the actual procedure is only about 40 minutes. My colonic therapist, gayatini kept playing with her phone and actually took a call. when she wasnt on the phone she was watching the clock. DONT GO HERE read more
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Jane G.
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Toni, I'm so sorry you had such an unpleasant experience at La Casa…
13 years ago
Re: float room Spa is not at all handicapped accessible with super steep stairs. Pay attention to similar reviews - staff IS friendly, but doesn't manage time well, so can, in turn, rush you. Temperature is fickle and uneven. It should be very controlled. If you are at all adverse to mold - go elsewhere for floatation. The float room is separate, but the ceiling is full of visible mold and it was so difficult to breathe due to the mold that I just spent the entire time trying to not jump out and leave. It was a struggle to relax due to the air quality. The water was not at all clear (cloudy and color) - gray in fact - perhaps leftover from a treatment additive which I did not want to try. The owner walking into your float room and tapping on the blacked out glass door of the float tank itself and requiring you to tap back seems so awkward and outdated. While it maintains visual privacy, it is a definite feeling of massively invading your personal space while you are supposed to be relaxing in the buff. (How about a knock on the door to the float room (without entering and without knocking right next to your head on the tank wall) and waiting to hear if the door opens/ shower goes on within a minute? Most have music signals, but speakers don't work here. No excuse though to not stay out of people's very private sanctuary you ought to be providing with this service.) Dead plants are a turn off and cleaning is quite lax. Shower poufs are reused, very old, and put through the washing machine. I'd say bring your own, but I'd instead say go elsewhere - like Blue Light Floatation or the best I've found, ifloatspa in Westport, Connecticut which has 4 tanks and is beautiful with great staff that keeps everything pretty meticulously cleaned. That makes a really nice little weekend away (nearby high-end shops + South Norwalk with the aquarium, Chocopolgie Cafe, and FatCat Pizza (gluten free and breakfast pizza avail as well as a great kale and quinoa salad) and little shops). ("Eek! Methinks not." is such an apt description of the 1 star rating. Thank you Yelp!) read more
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Jane G.
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Sorry this client had such a negative experience at La Casa. We…
13 years ago
My Mom gave me a gift certificate for a colonic for my birthday. I thought maybe she had started to hate me - lol :-). I decided not to let the money go to waste and made the appointment. I was surprised: the whole experience was pleasant and relaxing. The therapist was friendly and very experienced at making people feel comfortable. The hour flew by. After the treatment I spent a little time in their waiting room sipping herbal tea (felt like I was in the tropics) and picked up a flyer on a new therapy called the Metatron. I have a chronic circulation issue that's caused me to be on medication for several years and I've been looking for a more holistic approach to understanding the underlying cause. This afternoon I went in for my first Metatron appointment and was utterly amazed. The system scans your body and gives information about biological imbalances. It immediately picked up on the precise location of my circulatory problem and pinpointed specific pathogens that were contributing to the condition. In short, it confirmed a lot of what I already knew from medical testing, but in addition gave me information on the root causes so that I can treat them. I've had 2 great experiences so far. I wouldn't recommend the place if you can't do stairs (there's no elevator and the stairs are steep) or if you're looking for a high-end luxurious place. Guess what mom's getting for her next birthday... read more
10 years ago
This place gets 1 star for complete lack of professionalism and customer service. I booked an appointment for oxygen steam bath two weeks in advance and came from Brooklyn on the designated date/time. The receptionist informed me that "actually we do not do this treatment on Tuesdays because the owner is not here on this day. You can rebook for another time." She did not bother to offer me a discount or another "make good" offer for this mistake. Thanks for the wasted time and effort La Casa! read more
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Jane G.
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Olesya…
17 years ago
The service is good, the people at La Casa make you feel at home and comfortable. I had the Body Polish and it was not up to my expectations. I thought the sea salt rub would be done to brush off the dead skin but all I got was the person applying the sea salt rub as if it were a lotion instead of a rub. I wanted her to really apply pressure to the rub on my skin. The actual spa is due for a make over- the plants by the window were dead and dried up and there was dust in a lot of places. Overall, the service was satisfactory. read more
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Jane G.
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Nina,…
16 years ago
The colonics with Sharon Stone (don't you love that name?) are what keeps me coming back. Sure there may be other people giving colonics but she's the you want to make your appointment with. Believe me, because I travel a great deal for work, over the years, I've had plenty of colonics with others around the city, and abroad too. She's got the qualities you want in your colon hygienist, or whatever they call themselves. Sharon is a highly skilled professional; well educated & informed, experienced & gentle. She's also very kind. I love that she gets how important being on time is for me, because of my hectic schedule. I discovered her pretty soon after she started at La Casa, and I'm glad I did. It's all of the above, plus Sharon's obvious commitment to her client's well being, that make her the one to go see. read more
13 years ago
wow. 1st: i received a gift cert in 2001. i lost it . i found it last week. la casa honored it w/o blinking twice. 2nd: very lovely ambiance. the nice guy at the desk is greg. the nice girl is claire. and the owner has a great sense of humor. i hope to experience many of the options at la casa, but i indulged in the floatation. i'm not sure what the previous reviewers meant by "clicking"... i was a big "sensory deprivation tank-er" in the '80's. at my session, i didnt hear anything except my own breathing & heartbeat, which is a perfect meditation. since most of us didnt pass the NASA astronaut training and/or cant afford the very special plane ride that simulates weightlessness ---- try floating. looking forward to my first colonic! read more
11 years ago
I can't recommend La Casa highly enough! I have been dealing with severe acne for nearly 10 years, and when I first came to La Casa I was feeling hopeless about ever ridding my skin of the cysts and breakouts I constantly had. I have tried Accutane, countless prescription creams, and antibiotics, all to no avail. Jane Goldberg recommended I try La Casa's blue light treatments, and it has significantly cleared my skin. Sitting under the blue light for 15 minutes on a weekly basis has almost completely eradicated my cystic acne and seriously reduced my breakouts. The treatment itself is totally non-invasive (so much better than harsh creams 2x a day, as I was previously doing) and relaxing given the setting (the spa feels like a real retreat from the city). I never imagined I could so significantly clear my skin with such a simple treatment, and am so grateful to Jane and La Casa for their help!! read more
11 years ago
La Casa is a very special place in this city. It has therapies that have made a profound difference on me in just a few sessions. The vitamin d "sun splash" is literally a savior in winter months. My favorite treatment however, is the biomat coupled with the light therapy facial. The biomat is really relaxing and regenerative, and the light therapy facial is EVERYTHING you could ask for in a face treatment. I had two 20 minute sessions in a row and woke up looking a YEAR younger. Literally, the grooves in my face that had resulted from a stressful few years were diminished by at least 50% percent. My face is also tighter. I was not expecting such quick results/collagen production. I've heard awesome things about the ozone machine also, can't wait to detox on it during my next visit. read more
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Río Grande, PR 00745
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La Casa de Vida Natural opens at 10:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
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La Casa de Vida Natural closes at 6:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Mon-Sun 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM
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La Casa Day Spa, Manhattan's "premier spa," prompted the New York Times to describe it as a healing center/spa that "comes close to magical realism, and leaves you feeling otherworldly." We offer 8 varieties of colonics, 8 types of massages, floatation, oxygen and ozone therapies, energy healing treatments, detoxification procedures, NYC's only salt sauna, body scans, and a host of other holistic healing options. Your health is our priority. Come to relax and recharge. We will cleanse your mind, body, and soul at La Casa Day Spa.
History
Established in 1993.
La Casa Spa enjoys the status of being the oldest spa in the city. La Casa represents the vision of its Founder and Director, Dr. Jane G. Goldberg. Long before holistic medicine became a household word, Jane spent the 1970′s and 80′s traveling the world with her mother, seeking and utilizing alternative cancer therapies. Her mother, Madeleine Malvina Goldberg, had been diagnosed with terminal bone cancer for which traditional medicine offered no cure. Through following sound, efficacious and documented principles of holistic health, Jane's mother reversed her cancer condition entirely. Jane watched in awe (as did the doctors) as Madeleine moved out of her wheelchair and began, once again, to play tennis. From this experience, Jane was inspired to specialize in her psychoanalytic practice to work with cancer patients. La Casa Spa was born out of Jane's understanding of a paramount need for a healing center in NYC in which holistic therapies would be offered.
Meet the Business Owner: Jane G.
Jane Goldberg, Ph.D, founder and owner of La Casa Day Spa, is a Licensed Psychologist, Certified Psychoanalyst, Stone Carrier-Medicine Woman of the Nemehah Band and Native American Traditional Organization. She is, as well, the author of eight books, including her most recent, The Hormesis Effect. Jane and La Casa's manager since its inception, Gregg Lalley, invite you to partake of the restorative and profoundly cleansing therapies that have brought La Casa world-wide recognition.
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7 years ago
La Casa Spa & Wellness Center is a must go for me every time I am in NYC. They offer a wide variety of state of the art and ancient holistic healing therapies, which I believe are key to amplify health. I love receiving several treatments in one day to maximize the healing benefits and I always leave feeling relaxed, detoxified and energized. I recommend starting with a colon hydrotherapy session with one of their expert therapists, Cher or Gaya. No matter how well your digestive system works, there are so many benefits to doing this type of cleanse and La Casa offers different varieties to target specific needs. I also love the Rejuvapod, which delivers whole body vibration, infrared light, heat and oxygen while you relax completely in a pod. I was blown away by their most recent technology, the Hocatt, which stacks ozone, oxygen, frequency, infrared and photon light therapies all in one session inside a relaxing pod. I left that session feeling like I had run a marathon, but just a couple of hours later and for several days after I was feeling very high mentally and physically. I have been reading about the amazing benefits of all of these therapies for years and I am happy they are so accessible at La Casa. Another amazing resource and hidden gem at La Casa is the Matrix Decoder. This technology scans the frequencies of all major systems and organs of the body at a cellular level and identifies current problems as well as future potential risks. Dr Jane Goldberg - La Casa's founder - conducts the scan, interprets the findings and gives recommendations to correct the imbalances. Dr Goldberg was on the holistic healing path decades before it became a trend and she has such wealth and depth of knowledge to share. It is truly a gift to be able to get some one on one time with her during a Matrix Decoder session. Each time you get a new Matrix Decoder reading you can compare it with the previous ones. The accuracy of the reading is impressive and reveals valuable information on which we can act to improve our health. read more
11 years ago
La Casa Day Spa is not to be missed -- especially if you have health issues and lean toward holistic treatments not so easily available elsewhere in NYC. A departure from the usual understated Zen-like enclaves, La Casa's serenity is in its tropical hues, lovely East Indian touches, lush greenery, the meditative trickling of its fountain and ever-gracious service. Yet most significant is its menu...yes, there's the expected spa fare - massage, sauna, facials and (terrific!!) cosmetic protocols - but for me, La Casa's defining feature is its stand in holistic science, offering therapies and healing devices well-documented in celebrated research journals as non-toxic alternatives (or enhancements) to conventional (and costly!!) medical/pharmaceutical treatments. These include oxygen therapy, pedi-detox, pulse magnetic therapy, metatron, whole body vibration, Vedic acupuncture and many others. Believe me, I can testify -- having recently beaten back lymphoma ('cancer-free' in February, from a Stage III diagnosis in September...truly a miracle!!) - I'm certain that in conjunction with other personal shifts (of course, diet/exercise/meditation), a series of short-term, highly concentrated La Casa protocols was pivotal to my healing...specifically, oxygen therapy x 4 sessions, ditto, whole body vibration, plus one pulse-magnetic session (fierce but enjoyable!), all experienced in a brief 10-day window while in NYC, prior to seeing a new oncologist at the end of my stay. La Casa's owner, psychotherapist/author/speaker Dr. Jane Goldberg, is forever in pursuit of emergent technologies that offer accelerated healing. And too, her newsletter 'Musings from 20th Street' is a real treat - full of enlightening info that won't cram your inbox, as it's only sent when there's something new on her radar. La Casa's prices are extremely fair, and the best deal in town just might be its membership package. Do check it out -- I highly recommend!! read more
13 years ago
About three weeks ago, I had injured myself quite a bit while playing recreational softball. By the end of the second inning, I had pulled each groin muscle and severely scraped both my right arm and right leg. That night and the next day, the muscle pain was so excruciating that I could hardly walk. The scraped areas where the skin had been removed created a stinging, burning sensation that pulsated up and down both my arm and leg. Dr. Jane Goldberg, Owner of La Casa Day Spa suggested I try energy healing immediately as the pain got progressively worse as the day went on. I used the Cemtech device and the results were unbelievable. After 15 minutes of holding a tiny diode in the same spot, centrally located between my groin and knee, I stood up and was able to effortlessly and painlessly walk around again. It was like night and day. I repeated the process once more and the relief this energy healing provided lasted the rest of day and into night. I used it two more times the following day and shortly thereafter, the pain had significantly lessened and my body seemed to have healed the skin wounds much faster as well. It was astonishing to feel how much pain was instantly reduced after one use of the Cemtech. As I was holding the diode on my body for the first time, I will admit I was skeptical as I have never used healing technology like this before and was in so much pain that I didn't think anything would be able to make the pain go away (aside from time). Cemtech and energy healing is an amazing process and one that more people should utilize as ingesting synthetic pain relievers does such harm to the body. I am happy to say I did not have to take one Advil while healing from this situation and one week later, I felt 100% better. read more
13 years ago
About three weeks ago, I had injured myself quite a bit while playing recreational softball. By the end of the second inning, I had pulled each groin muscle and severely scraped both my right arm and right leg. That night and the next day, the muscle pain was so excruciating that I could hardly walk. The scraped areas where the skin had been removed created a stinging, burning sensation that pulsated up and down both my arm and leg. Dr. Jane Goldberg suggested I try energy healing immediately as the pain got progressively worse as the day went on. I used the Cemtech device and the results were unbelievable. After 15 minutes of holding a tiny diode in the same spot, centrally located between my groin and knee, I stood up and was able to effortlessly and painlessly walk around again. It was like night and day. I repeated the process once more and the relief this energy healing provided lasted the rest of day and into night. I used it two more times the following day and shortly thereafter, the pain had significantly lessened and my body seemed to have healed the skin wounds much faster as well. It was astonishing to feel how much pain was instantly reduced after one use of the Cemtech. As I was holding the diode on my body for the first time, I will admit I was skeptical as I have never used healing technology like this before and was in so much pain that I didn't think anything would be able to make the pain go away (aside from time). Cemtech and energy healing is an amazing process and one that more people should utilize as ingesting synthetic pain relievers does such harm to the body. I am happy to say I did not have to take one Advil while healing from this situation and one week later, I felt 100% better. read more
12 years ago
I decided to go to La Casa regardless of the negative reviews because I had a personal friend say some really great things about her experience. From looking at their website, they seem to have lots of therapies that address hard-core health issues. I decided to spend the day there. I called to make the appointment, and had read reviews that complained about a clicking noise that people had heard during the float. I asked the guy who answered the phone. He explained that some people do hear a clicking sound, and others don't. He also said that there was nothing that could be done about the sound, as it represented some mechanism (I forget what he said, maybe the heat) going on and off). I liked his "owning" the problem non=defensively. So I made the appointment for the float, and a few other therapies. I started with the float. I heard the clicking sound at first, and after a few moments, I was so relaxed in the chamber that not only did I not hear it, but I actually fell asleep. I came out feeling more relaxed, more rested than I have since I moved to NY one year ago. Next, I stood on the whole body vibration machine, and had my insides jumbled around for a while. It felt fine. Was supposed to help with flexibility and bone density. Next, I went into the oxygen steam bath. Same guy had explained that it is ozone, and that it is highly effective in killing pathogens. I ended my time there with a traditional massage. Mary was my therapist, and she was deep and soft at the same time. Sounds contradictory, but she seemed to intuit just how far to go into my flesh and muscles for an absolutely exquisite massage. Sum Total: I loved my experience at La Casa. And will return there often. read more
14 years ago
AWESOME SPA - although everyone raves about the FANSTASTIC job at their colonics - but I'm in love with their healing massages - body and/or foot. I knew I MUST post for the holidays for any of you who have not yet tried out the amazing unique-to-La Casa massages. They have this vibrating pad used in massages that they retrofitted with 3 really cool natural components that actually promote whole-body health. There's also this Pedi-Massage that's also this really cool detox massage that REALLY works. I loved it because it's so relaxing, easy, and feels great - and quick - for all of us who don't have a full hour + to spare but would love the same effects. I found it was also a great gift and is so reasonably priced. Once you try it a first time you'll be convinced you got to go back. When I first came in and saw their place, I was so impressed by the authentic feeling, the peaceful aura and wellness priority. Most spa places just try to sell you their exterior design, and offer typical spa services. Here at La Casa I was so taken by their priority goal of helping each customer experience a soothing, healing and wholesome visit. Their choices for any visit are quite impressive - unlike other spas I've gone to. I've read online that it's the kind of place that people keep coming back to - and now that I've had my first spa appointment, I can understand why. La Casa is a place that focuses on YOU - to achieve your maximum while there. These people really know what they're doing - they've invested tons of real research to creating the coolest whole-health center. Come in and see these amazing pampering and rejuvenating options. You'll love 'em! read more
9 years ago
As an experienced bodyworker myself, often times I feel the need to get my own body treated. La Casa has become my go-to place when my body calls out for attention and I need some TLC. Elfie, one of the massage therapists there is extremely competent and gives great deep tissue treatments, which is my preference. She has rather remarkable skills and strengths, matched with the sensitivity to find the areas that most need attention without my having to guide her. I have been going to Cher and Gaya, the colon therapists, both of whom I found to be quite compassionate and also extremely sensitive. They've both been with La Casa since its inception over 20 years ago and have a tremendous amount of experience and breadth of knowledge. This allows you to feel safe and comfortable, well cared for, and effectively treated. These are qualities I'm looking for when I'm trusting my body and my health to others. The owners, Jane and Gregg, who I have come to know well, are really great people; caring and extremely knowledgeable, and they have put together a very special venue here, oriented towards healing, cleansing and detoxification. La Casa is unique in that they use groundbreaking state-of-the-art modern technologies as well as traditional treatments and therapies, including pemf, ozone, and an amazing flotation room, to help people who bring with them all kinds of serious issues. This is not the kind of place you go to when you want your nails done. This is truly therapeutic. I refer many of my clients to La Casa, including those with serious health challenges, knowing that they're going to get the best of care. read more
14 years ago
I've visited many spas in Brooklyn, but when a friend recommended that I travel to Manhattan to La Casa Day Spa because they specialize in colonics, I decided to give it a try. Thank you La Casa for your unbelievable colonics work. After coming just twice to La Casa, I knew it was SO worth it to travel in - just for the way they REALLY KNOW what they're doing, and they do it SO well. They have a menu of like 5 different colonic therapies, each one helping the body in a different way. They are the only place I know that actually researched what they do BEYOND MARKETING and invested in their techniques with the intent to help people to a goal of healthier living. I can't believe a place like this is around in the 21st century. There are good people out there - meet La Casa owner - she's this all-around highly intelligent and trained health-healer in many of the medicines and created therapies to assist people to attain healthier bodies. She has opened this spa for just that reason. I was greeted in a friendly, personal manner, put right away at ease - coupled with the relaxing ambiance of their lobby. It was peaceful and serene and VERY efficient. The people at the desk knew right away how to guide me to each step, and the lady who worked with me was professional, kind, knowledgeable and skilled. I was proven right after every time there, and have since recommended many people to the treatments offered there. Worth every minute getting there- and being there. It's a spa unlike any other I've been to - a cut above the rest. THANK YOU LA CASA FOR SERVICING OUR COMMUNITIES. read more
14 years ago
I walked in thinking all I'm going to do is check out another colonics - and walked out a changed person. Beyond the nice green door with green awning, La Casa is anything short of a WONDROUS MIRACLE. I've been having stomach issues for years now, and have tried many things to alleviate the pain. Colonics was a route I had tried - but in other places. After inquiring about a colonic at La Casa, I quickly learned that colonic treatment here is taken to a whole new healing level, unlike my other colonic place. They were really patient as they explained to me each step in the various treatments they offer. Their Intensive Colonic treatment (a.k.a. Magnetic Pulse Therapy) caught my attention the most - if you're going for a colonics - this one has benefits unlike any other. None of the other places where I went to for colonics offered even close to this. Specifically this one that they developed called Magnetic Pulse Therapy - which uses FDA approved painless pulsed magnetic energy to enhance body energy while cleaning the colon. It improves metabolism, improves flow of nutrients an enhances the cells' waste-dispelling process. I am in awe that a healing center like this REALLY looks to enhance the wellness and health of any person who desires a healthier body. I was impressed by the relaxing spa-like paradise atmosphere, the accommodations, the personalized attention and professional attention to detail. Totally worth way more than the price - for the price you pay, you get a HEALTHY body. I couldn't ask for more! read more
16 years ago
La Casa Day Spa shouldn't even be called a day spa. It is so much more. It is a true healing center with true healing therapies. I went in unable to even walk without limping - I couldn't bend my leg at my knee at all. I met the owner - Jane Goldberg - and she told me - with absolute conviction - no doubt at all in her voice - that she could help me - and that she could help me quickly. She put me on 2 machines that seemed very Star-Trekish - she said one was a Russian device (called the Cem Tech) -and explained how far ahead of us the Russians are in doing energetic medicine. The other machine was bigger and apparently used magnetic energy (called the pulsed magnetic machine). After both treatments she made me walk around - and voila - no pain, I was walking bending my knee. Truly - nothing short of miraculous. She sent me out with a little disc that she told me to wear - and then told me to come back the next day to get it revitalized. I did all of the above - and - I have to say - I have never had an experience like this before. A painful inflammation in my knee - gone in a poff. The treatments took altogether 30 minutes. I am god as new. Really - I don't understand it - but La Casa Day Spa is my new home. Also - the ambiance is quite wonderful. You do not know you are in NYC while you're there. The sounds, scents, plants, furniture - all designed to give you a feeling of being in a tropical garden - and you do. Best healing experience I have had since I moved to NY from Israel. read more
16 years ago
I had the good fortune to be given a gift certificate to La Casa. And I spent the most enjoyable day there I have had in months. From the moment I walked in, I knew the place was special. The décor made the front room (very spacious) seem like I was outside - in the tropics I suppose (as I understand the mother spa is in the Puerto Rican rain forest). I had come for a float and a colonic. The float was an experience like nothing I have had before. I floated atop water in a room that was the size of a walk-in closet. I was peaceful and energized all at the same time. I came out feeling utterly revitalized - mind clear as a bell. The owner of the spa, Dr. Jane Goldberg, says she tries to float every week - and attributes how fantastic she feels (and believe me - she LOOKs great - at 64, she looks 50) - in part to the anti-aging effect of the anti-gravity phenomenon of the float room. And by the way, she spent about a half hour with me after my therapies just chatting - gave me a free demo of a pulsed magnetic machine - which lightened my load so much that I felt I might waft away into the stratosphere. Then - onward ho to the colonic. Well - can you say a colonic is lovely? This one was quite lovely. Therapist seemed to know instinctively exactly what my body wanted in terms of in-flow and out-flow - gently massaged my legs and abdomen - made me feel like Queen for a Day. Want to feel like Queen for a Day? Go to La Casa Day Spa. Rush over to La Casa Day Spa. read more
14 years ago
This AMAZING spa center is one of G-d's healing gifts to us. It's become my FIRST CHOICE for any type of spa treatment. I first walked in for a colonics - but found this spa offers what no other colonics place has - aside for their famous Colonics - the Pulse Magnetic Therapy Colonics (really healing to the body). They have a great Pedi-Detox which I HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Here, you get a full-body nourishment and detox just through this really comfortable relaxing foot massage that has an effective way of cleaning your body from unwanted toxins through the electromagnetically altered water. (Great way to prevent aging, nourish the blood and prevent diseases.) The foot bath took only 30 minutes, and after I left La Casa, I felt SO relaxed and much cleaner. I scheduled a follow-up Pedi-Detox session - they're reasonably priced and they take a few treatments to completely cleanse the body. It feels great and is a relaxing way to actually do something good for yourself and your precious body. The spa is located in a great neighborhood. I found parking to be really easy and the place to be friendly, cozy and inviting. The owner herself took the time to explain the process, showing me the benefits of this amazing foot massage that actually accesses our entire body just through the 4000+ pores in our feet. I felt right at home, meeting their manager and staff. They totally personalized the spa to be a great treat to go to - one that our body deserves!! read more
7 years ago
You won't find another spa like La Casa! I took this photo during my first visit in 2017 and am only just writing a review because the amount of negative comments surprises me. I heard of La Casa from a friend who recommended their colonics and was thrilled to learn about their array of holistic treatments. Cher is such a warm and knowledgeable person who made me feel comfortable from the moment we met (which is super important when getting a colonic imo)! Since I work at a massage studio, I haven't had one at La Casa, but their floatation therapy is one of the most relaxing experiences ever! The weightlessness felt while floating is something I try to emulate during at-home meditation - such a happy place. From my interactions with Greg and the girls at the front, I can say with confidence that any unpleasant experience is the result of poor communication. If you aren't happy about something, talk to them! This isn't a spa resort that anticipates your every desire. Those who work here do so because they want to help people accomplish wellness goals, but that becomes difficult if you won't initiate a conversation. As someone who schedules appointments for a living, nothing makes me happier than clients who ask a lot of questions because it allows me to set their expectations and thoroughly explain how I'm going to help them. I recommend La Casa to anyone looking for a holistic approach to wellness that's facilitated by a truly phenomenal team. read more
8 years ago
Early morning we booked an appointment for two at 11:10 am. We had to pre pay for this appointment and then were robbed after the mediocre treatment, which was not at all private. Problem 1 . Upon our Arrival we were told to come back at 12:20 because that slot was booked already. After the inconvenience and as we had pre-paid, we were sent into a locker area to lock away our items. Walking down stairs to the steam room, I handed my towel to the owner. Problem 2.The owner had told me that I can place my key on the table down stairs at a little station. Foolish me, I for some reason did so. Still with that on my head trying, to relax was difficult. After the treatments were done I grabbed my key. It clearly had changed places where I left it. I go up to my locker to get dressed and my Leowe sunglasses were stolen. They checked the cctv and it showed me holding them in my hand walking g to the lockers. The owner said she saw a client before us walk out with them. I know I locked them away I just bought them I wouldn't leave them about anywhere. I find it hard to believe it was a customer. She swore up and down that the staff is loyal and trustworthy. Problem 3. They wouldn't rectify the situation with a refund. I was told I must send them receipts of the glasses for their insurance. They still have not responded despite multiple calls. I came in to relax and came out robbed, violated and upset.I would avoid this establishment. read more
13 years ago
What an AWESOME spa - not like ANY OTHER IN NYC that I've ever visited! This place is the only one of its kind to offer a WHOLESOME healthy mind-body-soul experience in any specialty that you can dream of. I am completely AMAZED at the services provided here; they are custom-designed to maximize the spa experience in a MUCH better way than any other spa I've ever been to. SO relaxing to walk into. This spa is the homey and comfortable and totally talks to your senses to smooth any stress away - it's a magnet for calming comfort. Take their colonic, for example. They offer this cool Pulse Magnetic Therapy that actually enhances the performance of your colon and overall health - in a relaxing way all while getting cleaner and lighter inside. I am REALLY IMPRESSED with this one. Clean, effortless, relaxing and lifting. I'm also totally in love with their Pedi-Detox massage - WAY BETTER than any typical pedicure. This one actually detoxes your whole body while enjoying a soothing pedi-massage. When I walked into that place and got a tour of what they offer, I couldn't believe my good fortune. Here is a place that actually is catering to the pursuit of a healthy body - and not just external facades. All the benefits of a regular spa plus what you can't find anywhere else. Trust me - I've been around and checked them out! read more
12 years ago
I was having severe stomach and back pains and I had heard about Dr. Jane Goldberg's treatments and diagnosis for medical issues that might be hard to pinpoint. La Casa Day spa is close to where I live so I went in for an appointment. In today's time when it's practically impossible to get an appointment she saw me right away, as she has experience with her daughter who is about the same age as me. What was amazing is that I did get relief from the pain after her treatment and she told me that I most certainly had issues with my kidney, which was clear to see on the screen of the machine that she was using. There were other symptoms as well... A lot of them. I then got my results from City MD the next day, it turned out that I did have a serious kidney infection for which you must take antibiotics. He felt that I should have blood work done as he mentioned other things/infections could be going on... But La Casa Day Spa was a very enlightening experience for me, without Jane I would not have been able to get through the severe pain I was in, I would recommend this very special place and caring woman for what ails you, if you have confidence beyond what the traditional medical world prescribes. I for one have not always been satisfied with traditional medicine. Love La Casa Day Spa. Good luck and be healthy! Nicola read more
15 years ago
My doctors blamed my 3-week long periods on the fibroids in my uterus. The first time they operated, they removed 3 fibroids, one so dense that the sonogram didn't spy the 3 other fibroids hiding behind it, which a 2nd operation removed. The one fibroid left in in the lining can't be removed by such a simple procedure... for that one they will have to go in through my belly. And yet, after two operations and 6 fewer fibroids - I was still getting hugely heavy periods for 3 long weeks each month, a situation that lasted for over a year. Needless to say I was getting pretty anemic and my sex life, not to mention my sanity, was taking quite a hit. Then I started seeing Gaia. After my first session with her, my next period lasted 6 days ONLY, which was nothing short of a miracle for me. I did several more sessions with her - I was doing a 6-week long cleanse and saw her weekly - not least as she's as kind and charming, as disarming as humans come - and am ecstatic to report that thanks to Gaia my menstrual cycle is entirely back on track. I would suggest anyone who has fibroids or otherwise unpleasantly long menses seek her out. She changed my life significantly! Thanks again Gaia. X read more
14 years ago
For anyone looking for the BEST COLONIC SPA - you hit it right here. I chose La Casa for their specialty in colonics, and I was not disappointed. I had a REALLY WONDERFUL experience at La Casa. Getting a colonic treatment here is WAY better than what I'd previously had. This place has more options for colonics than other places, and they're offering some really good deals for the holidays. Cu-dos to my friends who directed me here. It is definitely the place to go to for colonics - and other spa services. They have 5 different colonic treatments, and they helped me decide which one is right for me. Their flotation room sounded cool, though I did this other really amazing one called Intensive Colonic. It's a treatment they patented - and it works like a dream. It sends pulsed magnetic energy to improve the overall functioning of the abdomen, and the results are incredible. The therapist worked with golden hands and a kind, friendly and professional approach. I left feeling cleaner, healthier, and totally in a happier mood. Something about La Casa is reminiscent of some tropical paradise, where you just feel yourself absorbing the peaceful ambiance and you leave feeling SO GOOD. read more
14 years ago
La Casa has raised the bar for our nation's spa industry. Not just focusing on luring the customer in - La Casa actually designed their spa with the wholesome-body as their mission. That's why their colonics treatments are unlike any other place. I've discovered that they have the best colonics around, with the option of increasing optimal health using their very own Pulse Magnetic therapy during the colonic. I haven't found another spa to offer this level of colonic treatment. Another amazing feature of this spa that I've discovered on my last visit there was this amazing floating room similar to that found in the Dead Sea. The benefits of bathing - or floating - in this floating tank are enormously healthy for the body. Detoxifying, centralizing and restorative, the floating therapy is REALLY relaxing and REALLY rejuvenating to the mind and body. I absolutely love La Casa. The spa is clean, the people who work there are really friendly and helpful and totally make you feel like you're family there. The atmosphere is SO peaceful and soothing, you never want to leave! read more
14 years ago
They have tons of really cool options there, not just an ordinary spa. I thought I'm going to a really good colonic center - as I've read all the amazing reviews about their colonics. But I discovered some of the other great benefits of going there. I Inquired about a massage for my fatigued and achy body, and I was AMAZED to see they have this really cool massage that ACTUALLY RESTORES and improves chemical reactions in the body to improve bodily health - targeting tons of body ailments and pain, but namely for me - the insomnia, the achy body and fatigue that I've been feeling. I asked them more about this - they are SO knowledgeable there. Everybody was just really helpful and informative, from owner to manager to technicians. This one is called the Magnetic Oscillator Massage, helping with exactly what I came in for. The whole deal took half hour, which was great because I didn't have that much time to spare. I loved it and felt immediately better. The healing effects of that unique massage are WAY MORE than I dreamed of before I went into La Casa. A definite win! read more
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