I waited almost a year to write this update, because Shannon Leu née Assells was still establishing…read moreher business and then getting married. Shannon Leu hurt me in an unprofessional, irresponsible, and highly insensitive way. A year later and it still hurts. Rather than get into it, I would just prefer to say that I can no longer recommend this massage therapist. It takes more than technical skills, talent, or intelligence to work with people in an intimate setting. It requires maturity, emotional responsibility, and a healthy mental constitution. I have eliminated nearly everyone in my life who mistreats me. In a way, my run-in with Shannon Leu helped me to see what I needed to do. Update 0020 Feel.

Shannon gets ten stars! I have recently been trying to find a true therapeutic CMT for my needs and…read moreShannon by far exceeded my expectations! I came into her office with an open mind and discussed my target issues and she targeted them as well as gave me suggestions for the future. What I didn't expect was the spiritual experience. I was open to the Reiki, suggested by my sister, and WOW is all I have to say. It was a refreshing and cleansing experience from someone who is truly passionate about her work.

I had an amazing experience at Herbal Physical Therapy! I came in with severe back pain that had…read morebeen bothering me for a week, and after just one session, I felt immediate relief. The therapist was extremely knowledgeable, professional, and attentive to my specific needs. The combination of herbal treatment and deep tissue techniques worked wonders I walked out feeling completely renewed. The atmosphere was relaxing, clean, and welcoming. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for real, lasting results. Definitely one of the best treatments I've ever had.

Hey there! Are you in agonizing pain? Or just in pain in general? Then, keep reading…read more.. For most of my life, I have had unbearable upper back, neck, and shoulder pain; this started in high school, and only after I turned 18 did I start treating my condition. I have worked with many masseuses over the years, and while the deep tissue/sports massage relieves my pain temporarily, it never truly goes away. I will have to do a session consistently, or eventually, the pain will come back to full force a few days later. This was until I met Ming! She's a Chinese Herbalist that knows what she is doing. Her Chinese Herbal Massage is truly God's gift to humans. I have never felt better! I only visited her for three sessions, and already, my body is healing. I am not just feeling better during and immediately after the treatment, but I continue to improve daily. The initial results were instantaneous. For reference, I have been to many incompetent medical doctors all my life with the same complaint knowing each time they will offer either painkillers or have me try physical therapy that never works. Ming is an expert in Chinese Traditional Medicine (TCM) lymphangiogenesis. Her treatment is suitable for those with autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, a severe disease left untreated, amongst other common conditions such as the common cold or recovery from a bacterial or viral infection. As a genetics research scientist myself, I read about her techniques, and it is being widely studied currently in Eastern and Western medicine, and several papers have been published in academic journal articles. She also tests out all her treatments on herself to ensure they work optimally for her clients. She is truly a gem. As a bonus, in addition to being brilliant, Ming is the sweetest and cutest Doctor you will ever meet. She will make sure you feel very comfortable during the treatment and explain to you what is going on and all the science behind it if you want to learn--she loves to educate. If you have any health issues, especially issues with chronic conditions, alongside Western therapy, TCM can help speed up body regeneration with a higher successful cure rate. Ming's service is worth much more than money can buy--a pain-free existence. P.S. I have attached some photos of myself while Dr. Yu treated me.

I love Tiffaney and recommend her to all my friends and family! She has helped me through numerous…read morechallenges. I play hard and sometimes I get hurt or out of balance and Tiffaney's Myofascial Release sessions are exactly what my body needs to release resistance, pain, tightness and more in my body. Sometimes I feel like Humpty Dumpty and she knows exactly how to put me back together so I can continue to do what I do. And I love how approachable she is! I can share some very sensitive things about what I am experiencing and she is so supportive and easy to talk to. I really appreciate this about her. Plus her ambiance is so soothing and inviting. She really knows how to energetically set a space for healing.

Tiffany is amazing! I came to her after being an avid "Massage Envy" goer for about five years…read more Although I like massage envy, I just wanted to find someone that knew how to handle massive tension in my back and legs. A friend recommended her to me since she is MFR specialist. Granted, I had no idea what they meant until she actually performed it on me. Holy game-changer! Tiffany has magic hands! The years of damage I have done to myself due to years of running, working over a computer and whatever else... She was able to work out these tight knots and places in my back in 60 minutes, whereas I have to go to a few 90 minute sessions at massage envy. Apparently her clientele consists of a lot of doctors and chiropractors, and he walls are lined with training certificates. She definitely knows what she is doing.

When I went in to see Vicki for acute upper back/neck stiffness and pain, I knew immediately what…read moreshe was offering was something different and special I hadn't ever encountered before. She is trained traditionally and also uses intuitive abilities to release tension from the body and treats with a holistic perspective. It might sound funny, but I am actually thankful I had my acute neck/back problem because I was able to find out about her and find out how REAL healing is done and tell my family and friends so she can help them too. I walked in to my first appointment stiff and feeling like I had the back and neck of an 80 year old and walked out as my flexible 38 year old self again - and after my second appointment, I feel like I am back in my 20s, especially after she resolved my TMJ issues. She truly does care about getting people feeling better. She knows she is able to solve her customers' problem and she really works hard to make sure you are feeling better after your first session. She does let you know it is best to be consistent and come back as she recommends, which is not a way to make money, but how you actually get the customer to heal properly. Listen to her advice to take the epsom salt baths. And know that putting down a deposit to hold your appointment is legit and not a scam - a lot of small business have last minute cancellations that hurt their business and this is a way of protecting their business so they can keep helping people. Look at her website and see how she is truly striving to create a difference and help people with their emotional challenges too, which is how pain starts in the first place. I'm truly grateful to have found out about Release the Pain and I just wish everyone can experience how healing is really done.

I went to Vicki with back pain. After one session, the pain was greatly reduced. After the second…read moretreatment, it was gone. She knows what she's doing. I highly recommend her services for anyone who is suffering from muscle ache or pain.

This is a review of Erika Phillips, the owner/operator of Rize Therapy. My wife and I are regular…read moreclients of hers. We highly recommend Erika, for three reasons: (1) Erika is very knowledgeable. She has a serious background in physical therapy and sports medicine. You can go to her for a chichi massage if you want, but she offers much more. She can help you recover from injuries, reach your athletic goals, and otherwise improve yourself. After each session, she sends you a set of stretches to help address your condition (whatever it may be), which tides you over until the next massage. I went to her with a stiff neck and plantar fasciitis, and she has helped me make great strides with both. (2) Erika is very strong and has great technique. I'm 6'3" and 220 lbs., and have super tight neck and shoulder muscles from my desk job and from weightlifting. When I first met her, I thought: "There's no way." But then she wrestled those knots in my neck and traps into submission. Even more impressive, she did something to the bottom of my foot to make my plantar fasciitis virtually go away. (3) Erika is very nice. She is kind and personable and professional. Her massage room is a quiet little sanctuary, and my wife and I both look forward to being on her table.

I highly recommend Erika! She comes right to your home to give you very special attention…read more Her massage technique & her P.T. background offer exceptional care. in addition, she is a lovely person!

Jena truly has healing hands! I've been carrying so much stress and tension in my shoulders, and…read moreeven regular visits to the chiropractor weren't giving me lasting relief. From the moment I met Jena, I felt an instant connection and knew I was in a safe space where I could let go and relax. She immediately found the exact spot that had been bothering me and worked on it with such precision and care. By the end, it felt like a huge weight had been lifted off my shoulders--I left feeling lighter, calmer, and genuinely relieved. What sets Jena apart is not just her incredible skill, but who she is as a person. She's genuine, authentic, and unapologetically herself, which makes the entire experience so refreshing. Having a safe space to truly relax and heal is rare, and Jena creates exactly that. The reviews are 100% true--she's amazing, and I wouldn't hesitate for a second to book with her again. I'll definitely be back!

Where to begin? I have known Jennifer Fletcher for nearly two years now. When I first came to her,…read moreI was suffering from severe pain all over my body. I am not exaggerating when I say I had lost all hope. Everything I tried had failed. If it were not for her, the chiropractor would never have been able to unstuck what was stuck in my spine. I have battled severe TMJ and back pain for decades, and thanks to Jennifer, I am now down to only some residual pain in my jaw. My face has never looked better. Jennifer helped me regain my health and, in doing so, reminded me of who I was. If you have any pain that has persisted for years and nothing else has worked, I urge you to try Jennifer's services. She is truly a godsend, a healer in every sense of the word. Jennifer offers a wide range of treatments, from facial rejuvenation to cupping and various other bodywork techniques and combines traditional Chinese medicine with both Western and Chinese techniques. She is highly knowledgeable in her field, and I am confident that she will be able to help you, like she did for me--regardless of age or the severity of pain. I had been suffering from jaw pain for over 30 years, and Jennifer was the first person to not only start my healing process but to see it through to completion. Jennifer is a sweet person who genuinely cares about all her clients. She dedicates so much of her personal time to research to addressing each client's unique needs. Jennifer is a wonderful person, extremely kind, and genuinely committed to helping others with their pain. She began this work because she was helping herself with a condition similar to mine, as we both have suffered from TMJ pain for most of our lives. She is not just a healer and a great listener; she is also a cherished friend. I am truly honored to have her as both my healer and my friend

6 Stars Lisa Souza,…read moreCMT, has performed her stellar massage therapy in San Francisco and also at her Sacramento studio for many years. I found Lisa through her incredible Yelp reviews listing her practice in the City of Sacramento. If any of my readers has followed my reviews of massage therapists, you will know that I am a connoisseur of the bodywork arts. I, myself, am a graduate of one of the best massage colleges in the country and worked as a highly rated, certified massage therapist [CMT] at a day spa in Sonoma County for a time. I am also a metaphysician and a human detector of fine energies manifesting in this plane of existence. What this means in actuality is that I not only value outstanding technical skills, knowledge, and experience, I place great importance on intuition, compassion through touch, and metaphysical gifts. In Lisa's own website, throughthelayers.com, she describes an aspect of her work as "multi-dimensional massage." Whether or not you understand this---you and your body will definitely feel this when you receive bodywork from Lisa. I ran across a very gifted CMT/ANMT a couple years back here in Sacramento. Like Lisa, she was eminently competent with technical skills, deep education and training, and a powerful intelligence to back up her obvious talent. However, what elevates Lisa Souza to a higher plateau is her maturity as an adult, her sensitivity and willingness to be responsible for her emotions, and her own lovely level of mental health and overall well being. Revealing these qualities might be a bit personal and I hope Lisa views my compliments as a testament to her awesomeness as an extraordinary human being . . . because she is to me. The world needs souls like Lisa to give their gifts to humankind to support us, to help us learn from life, and especially in Lisa's case, to heal us as we battle each day at a time, outside and inside our bodies. I received my sixth massage from Lisa yesterday and I can attest that she "dynamically inspired creative wellness from within" me, yet again. Thank you, Lisa Souza, CMT. I feel blessed to know you. Review 0188 Feel.

Exceptional. Absolutely first-rate. I've been going for massages for probably 25 years --- mainly…read morein Atlanta, Oakland, and San Francisco --- and Lisa is among the very best I've come across. She very attentively dials into what's going on with the your body on any given day. Far from the rote treatment that one often gets. For me, that seems to mean a session that is some _ad hoc_ combination of deep-tissue and sports massage. Highly effective combination. (Other people's glowing reviews here, their specific choice of words to describe the quality of Lisa's work, are consistent with my experience.) Lisa's a gem. _So_ glad she's here in Sac. And she's a pleasure to work with. Do yourself a (big) favor: Schedule a massage with Lisa today!

I have an issue in my shoulder and neck and I have gone to serval people both massage and…read morechiropractor and I always leave worse. When I saw Sanaa she immediately located the issue and got to work on it. She was the first person I found, who could actually improve my issue. To find someone you trust to work on you when you are injured is priceless. I am so grateful and highly recommend...especially if you have a medical issue or injury.

Very satisfied, been having pain on my left shoulder and latissimus dorsi which didn't let me…read moreexercise to my full potential, and after a few session with Sanna, I was able to to move and lift again, thank you so much