I decided to try Alcaraz after being with Dreamclinic for years. The appointment availability for insurance clients became very limited and inconvenient, so I looked for a place that's closer to home. I started out doing medical massage therapy and now have been getting massage for a car accident injury. I've been seeing Celia, Annuel, and Maria and they are AWESOME. Each one has a different technique/style and the combination of the three is very helpful in my healing process. I gave cupping a second try with Maria as I didn't have a good experience the first time at another clinic, and so glad I gave it another shot! She's really skilled at using cupping and I feel so much better each time. Celia has ESP abilities! She can tell what's happening within my body and how to make things better - it's mind-boggling! Annuel's approach is a great mix of gentle relief and pressure to work out tension and knots. Scheduling is super easy as Maria is very responsive in getting appointments made for you. I highly recommend them! read more

She was great. Best massage I have had so far. It really helped. Would highly recommend

Maria is an intuitive and gifted massage therapist. She is my savior! Thank you, Maria

My first time ever getting a massage and I will never look back. Thank you Maria and Annuel for making my experience life changing. My body feels so much better after every visit! read more

I've been seeing Maria for my massages for over two years now. She really knows my body and what kind of pressure I want/need, depending on how I'm feeling. Since I have poor circulation in my legs that causes a lot of edema, Maria knows that I like her to focus there, unless I tell her otherwise. When Maria left Elements Greenlake, I followed her to her new private business. She's that good, that I'll go where she goes! I like knowing that she's getting all of my payment instead of a percentage (like at Elements)! read more

Maria is an extraordinary provider of massage. She is a gifted masseuse and a wonderful human being. I have received theraputic medical massages from Maria for years: she's the reason I am able to function without pain and work. She is able to release muscles which are incredibly tight and is able to intuit what massage pressure will feel better. She is empathic and kind; there is no way to reccomend her highly enough! read more

Your waiting area looks very inviting with all the beautiful plants. Starts putting you into a relaxed frame of mind before you start the wonderful experience of a wonderful massage. Your services are always appreciated. read more

I've been seeing Maria for over 3 years now- first at Elements Greenlake and now at her own place. As another reviewer noted, I will follow her wherever she goes, she is fantastic. She uses a variety of techniques (cupping, stretching, massage, etc.) and is sort of a massage-physical therapy hybrid with outstanding results. She is also very intuitive and learns to read your body to figure out what needs work (as an example, she "released" my soaz muscles (deep abdominal) to help ease lower back pain, though I had no idea they were so tight). I'm now recovering from spinal fusion surgery and seeing her is the single most helpful thing I do for recovery. I've seen over a dozen massage therapists and she is the best I've found. She's also a very kind person and her rates are very reasonable. read more

Maria uses her hands, elbows, and some devices to perfection to soothe and relax tight muscles. Maria adjusts the massage treatment according to your needs and i always feel lighter, more relaxed, and happier afterwards. I have gotten lots of massages everywhere in the world and Maria is one of the two best practitioners. The other one is also from seattle area but retired. I sent my mom to Maria and she agrees with me. Rates vary depending on how much time u need. You should call and say that you are a first time client. read more

This is a great place to get an real massage. I found out about Alcaraz through my insurance and wasn't sure how it would be, but it is amazing. They really work on areas you want to focus on, and use the correct amount of pressure to actually make you feel better. I left feeling renewed and in balance. read more

Maria made my muscles feel better than I ever knew that they could feel! She is incredibly intuitive, insightful, and one of the warmest people that I have ever met. I will be entrusting her for all my massages in the future. Booking is online and super easy, and I cannot recommend her enough! read more

I love Maria~ She is so amazing, ITs really hard to find a massage therapist that speaks my language of massage. From Therapist to Therapist, she does the magican work right, full body massage, (Check), cupping to release fascia knots, (Check), deep tissue (Check), Use of Hot clay packs or Ice,( Check,) Stretching (Check) See her 7 days a week (Check)... read more

There are many massage therapists out there. Maria has the hands of a true healer. She intuitively finds those areas that even I didn't know needed some TLC. I always come away feeling better both physically and mentally. Maria is highly skilled and able to take care of deep muscle work as well as stress management. She always has pointers on how to take better care of my body at home and work. I highly recommend Maria to both a brand new client as well as a seasoned client. She listens, responds and genuinely cares about your well being. read more

Maria is knows how to work! She really gets into the sore spots. I had some hip and leg issues and she was a miracle worker -- focusing on areas I had never thought to stretch! I highly recommend her as she listens and is attentive to your own needs. It is a perfect combo of relaxation and therapy for your tired muscles. read more

Maria is the best massage therapist out there! She is very knowledgeable when it comes to anatomy and why certain things hurt and how to fix them through massage. I struggle with chronic lower back pain and normal sitting at desk tight hips and neck pain. She knows just the thing to loosen all these muscles up. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a great massage. Call her today!!! read more

Annuel was absolutely wonderful!! I was recently in a car accident. She was very attentive and did an excellent job making my neck and back feel a million times better. I will definitely be back! read more

Maria is an amazing massage therapist with extraordinary techniques and intuitions. She does wonders for my problematic muscles. I've referred my family and coworkers to her, and they all say she's the best. read more