Visited July 2024 (which seems to line up to the time when they were under "new management"). It's…read moretaken me a minute to write this review only because I am finally able to revisit my experience in my mind. I decided to try this massage place out because I read the great reviews. I feel like I owe it to my fellow massage lovers out there to share my experience. Long story short, my visit to Ya Ya Massage Spa was like a bad dream. My first impression of this place was the smell. I cant really describe with words, but it was disgusting. Next, was the room where my massage took place. It was eerie. It had a red glow from a light that had been sloppily painted red? Creepy. (See picture). I got undressed and soon realized there was nowhere to put my clothes because the hook on the door had someone else's shirt and some sort of negligee! Wtf! (See picture). I remember thinking to myself "what kind of place have I come to!" I thought about leaving then, and I should have. I'm too nice. After undressing, I realized there was nothing on the table to cover myself with and I wasn't given any instruction on what to use, so I found a towel in a basket and used that. The massage itself was mediocre and probably would have been considered fine if it weren't for the fact that the woman was playing an Asian pop song on her phone on REPEAT! I said something, but she just changed it to another pop song which then was on repeat. She also did a terrible job draping me--I felt completely exposed through the whole massage. The massage cost me $70 (I used a coupon on their website) and I still tipped because once again, I am too nice.

YESSSSS! Honestly, I'm a little annoyed and sick of the tit for tat rat race to get a good massage…read morein Portland... So when I slept on my neck wrong and just happened to be in this area for lunch, I searched and found Ya Ya! I called and asked if I could be in in two minutes cause I was right down the road and just needed a 30 minute neck and shoulder massage. The woman very politely said yes she was available, and literally within five minutes of the call! She was very strong intuitive and absolutely helped my body in a matter of 30 minutes! I can't tell you how many massages in Portland. I've been disappointed with not hard enough., rarely and only one session , but this was absolutely amazing & I really look forward to going back! Thank you Ya Ya! I will make sure to bring my husband next time. He will love your strength! Appreciate you!

I'm leaving this review as a sincere thank you. I won a raffle for a complimentary therapeutic…read moremassage at M Therapeutic Body Center and had an incredible session with the owner, Maggie Bergin (but her pricing is reasonable as well!). I never felt rushed, and she was very generous with her time, which I truly appreciated. Maggie is also a physical therapist, and you can absolutely feel the difference. This wasn't just relaxing, it was genuinely therapeutic. She was able to target the muscles, tendons, and ligaments around my injuries with real precision. She checked in often, listened to feedback, and adjusted her approach so I felt completely comfortable and cared for. I also appreciated the helpful information she shared for moving forward. This was honestly one of the best massage experiences I've ever had. I'm genuinely grateful and highly recommend Maggie and M Therapeutic Body Center if you're looking for skillful, results-focused work and not just a nice sensation.

Woke up with a brutal back and neck ache--could barely move. Saw Chandra later that day and she was…read moreamazing. She really knew what was going on and worked it out. It was a firm massage, but exactly what I needed. Woke up the next morning about 90% better. Highly recommend!

Shea is an amazing massage therapist- she is one of the best I've ever had, and I've had a lot. She…read moreis obviously doing what she is meant to be doing. She is intuitive, present, and has the ability to put you at ease from the moment you walk into her beautiful, cozy space. I go to her regularly and I can't recommended her enough!

Shea is an amazing massage therapist! Not only does she have a lot of heart, generosity, warmth,…read moreand kindness, but, Shea's also great at what she does! I left feeling relaxed, unwound, and really happy! We had a great conversation about metaphysics and the Law of Attraction, and she connected me with the wonderful website, Tut.com, which sends out personalized uplifting sayings. Then, based on what she knew about me, she texted me a few of them which really did fit with what I was needing in the moment. Such intuition! Shea has created a beautiful little space in the pilates studio on 13th Ave in Sellwood, which is warm and welcoming! If you want very attentive care from a talented and giving massage therapist, you've come to the right place!!!

I love this place!! I come in and I feel so understood. The therapists get right to what I need…read more I've gotten craniosacral therapy by Maya and she helped to heal a lot of tension and emotion trapped in my body. Much needed! And then recently I've gotten deep tissue by Chelsea and she has so much strength in her hands! Lol again, it helped my body release a lot of stored tension. Booking is always so easy. I wish I could come in more!

Excellent experience at Ritualuna. Lots of reasons! Clean space. Excellent facility…read more Welcoming atmosphere. Courtney was my therapist and she was excellent. She took the time to understand my issues and tailored her approach. This is more than a simple massage and I'll leave it to the reader to make an appointment to experience the benefits. Highly recommended. And it's in a great location in sellwood!

I've been having terrible tightness in my shoulders and upper back for the past month, so I decided…read moreto set a quick 30 min appointment to get some sort of relief. David was phenomenally intentional and worked exactly the muscles that needed it. I feel so much ch better and pain free! He was very kind and professional. I will be back but for a longer massage! Thank you so much!!

The front desk worker Ocean is costing their own LMTs money. I called Elk Rock Wellness for the…read morefirst time to book a specific modality--neuromuscular trigger point therapy (and potentially deep tissue)--for an upcoming Saturday. What followed was one of the most unprofessional and confusing front-desk interactions I have ever experienced. The receptionist was completely unfamiliar with standard massage terminology. She didn't know what neuromuscular therapy was, stumbled over "trigger point," and didn't seem to understand that they are closely related modalities. Despite representing a large clinic with numerous LMTs, she could not tell me if any therapist on staff specialized in this work, nor could she confirm schedule availability for the upcoming Saturday. Her solution was to tell me she "might" call me back the next day after checking. Asking a potential new client to wait over 24 hours just to find out if a clinic is even capable of performing a requested service is entirely unacceptable. When I explained that I would have to take my business elsewhere if basic scheduling and modality questions couldn't be answered, she seemed completely baffled. What kills me is that her lack of training directly hurts the therapists working there. By being completely unable to sell their services or book a basic appointment, she essentially reached right into an LMT's pocket and snatched a $120 session away from them. I will be taking my business to a clinic that actually understands basic massage therapy terminology and values a client's time. Avoid this place unless you already have a direct line to a specific therapist, because the front desk is actively driving new business out the door.

as always Monica was excellent. her space is lovely and her facials are sublime. I look forward to…read moremy time in her caring hands

Monica is very knowledgeable and a skilled therapist who checks in with you about pressure,…read morecomfort, and areas that need extra attention while also allowing you to relax. In short she is skilled at tailoring the massage to meet your needs.

I am adventuring as often as I can to different studios via my ClassPass account. It's extremely…read morehard for me to find Yin virtual classes in Cleveland (let alone in-person ones in normal times), so it's quite joyous for me when I find one I can attend virtually. Also, know I only leave reviews of the good studios. So if I'm writing, it's a good studio. I attended the Yin class with Emily and was really impressed by her sequencing and the atmosphere she created, even virtually. When you're an experienced Yin Yogi, you can tell quickly whether you're taking a class by a yoga teacher trying to teach Yin or a Yin teacher teaching a Yin class. Emily is a Yin teacher! I felt so wonderfully stretched out and relaxed after class. I would totally recommend their virtual studio to anyone, because they are prompt with communications and getting their link out. I'll be back for more virtual classes. Their community was so welcome and excited to have me, even actively welcoming me and chatting with me before class started. Cool people!

I recently decided it was time to start up yoga again. I am a larger woman and some places I've…read moregone for yoga have been less than stellar about my accepting and encouraging what I can do. At Woodstock Wellness Center all of the instructors have been wonderful. They seem to embrace and encourage all types of people - all sizes, colors, shapes, and abilities. The only little blip I ran into was one of the substitute instructors - she was supposed to be teaching a Basics class however she taught a class that was more of a gentle Vinyasa. I have enjoyed the many classes I have taken in the past 3 weeks and look forward to continuing my yoga practice at WWC.

Owner Mindy is one of 2 of my favorite massage therapists that I regularly visit. Amazingly still a…read moredancer, she is in tune with the body. Also with her yoga training, she imports that knowledge to the table. I've had a myriad of shoulder and back issues, the magic with her hands has been one of my go to methods to recovery. Her studio has a calming and warm vibe, from the ambience, lighting, essential oils, to the music. A portion of the space is used for intimate yoga sessions for up to 5 yogis. Mindy is a long time yoga instructor, and in her classes she creates an intuitive environment where she encourages you to listen to your body and connect with your breath. Whether you're in Sellwood or Portland area, your body will thank you for visiting Mindy's massage or yoga classes.

I had one of the best massages I've ever had with Mindy this afternoon. Her office is welcoming…read moreand peaceful and is in a very convenient location if you live in Sellwood or Eastmoreland. She was very professional. I appreciated her quick response to my call. I have been struggling with neck pain and headaches. The work she did on my neck was very therapeutic. She is very skilled and I'll be going back next week and for the foreseeable future. I would highly recommend Mindy. Thanks Mindy!