Josie is AMAZING. This was hands down the best deep tissue massage I've ever had. She has the perfect amount of pressure and really knows what she's doing -- she found every knot and worked it out without it ever feeling rushed. [[HIGHLIGHT]]On top of that, she's super nice and made me feel comfortable the entire time.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The whole experience was relaxing, professional, and exactly what I needed postpartum. If you're looking for a real deep tissue massage that actually makes a difference, book with Josie. I'm definitely booking again! read more

Massage By Josie is amazing professional, attentive, and truly healing. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I felt relaxed, refreshed, and taken care of.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Highly recommend! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Josie is quite responsive on text,prompt, courteous, super-professional and has a big heart[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. I requested hard pressure and she did not disappoint. Terrific massage! Five stars for sure. Highly recommend. read more

My first sports massage session with Josie was excellent. She listened to my specific needs and tailored my session to them. I highly recommend her :) read more

My friends and I wanted to do a spa day at my home. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I searched for a mobile masseuse and we were so happy we found Josie.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] She was amazing. There were 4 of us all with different needs and concerns and she addressed all of them. Since there were 4 of us we didn't each get an hour but she was very generous with her time. She is very professional and knowledgeable. We have already started to plan 2 more days with her. We are all in need of massages. I highly recommend her. read more

First, I would like to start with the fact that if there were 100,000 stars, I would willingly click on every one of them for Ms. Josie. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I scheduled an appointment for myself and my 95 year old father-in-law and we both had an incredible experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] She came into our home and immediately set up everything....Bed, our sheets, music and ambiance in less than 10 minutes. She is extremely professional, kind, considerate, and compassionate. And extremely knowledgeable about the body. [[HIGHLIGHT]]She is very communicative and responds very quickly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I had been having shoulder pain for almost a year. Although I have gone to a chiropractor every month it did not correct my pain. My chiropractor shared many times that I needed a good massage and I finally got one. Josie worked on these knots in my shoulders and although I was in healing pain afterwards for three days it was worth it. And I need to readjust my sitting position and not sit hunched over at my computer. My father-in-law received a massage and had immediate relief. However, you can't teach an old dog new tricks and you cannot keep repeating the same thing expecting different results. That is... don't watch tv or read lying down in the bed. The bed is for sleeping. Anyway, needless to say, I realize I need self care. I do not consider this a luxury. I consider this preventive care and have arranged a once a month encounter. I will forego eating out and other stuff to reallocate my finances for preventive care. I have recommended her to my chiropractor for his other patients. read more

I would put 10 stars if I could!!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Josie is by far one of the best masseuses I've ever booked with.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Her prices are very reasonable, especially given the fact that she comes to your house, brings her own table, etc. She has a true gift for finding knots and helping relieve pain. She is very strong and adjusts more/less pressure to your liking + constantly checks in on how you're feeling. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Not to mention she is the absolute sweetest and truly cares about her clients experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I cannot recommend her enough. If you're thinking about booking -- do it!! read more

Always surprising when a business that does wellness and indicates on their profile that positivity and healing are their focus, chooses a negative way to communicate... Got a not-so-pleasant private message from this business owner; indicating they had simply not gotten voicemails and are spread thin due to "high demand"... but went on in highly defensive terminology to accuse and insult. Miscommunications and technology fluffles are nothing new to Southern Californians... So - that seems a very off response to my simply stating I had not heard back. 3 stars was what I had given and a short simple note (see below). I did make Yelp aware of this unkind messaging, and they responded. Better ways to approach communication with complete strangers in this day and age with so much genuine tragedy going on; if voicemails go missing, perhaps just give a new potential client a time to connect directly, then address your confusion in a kind, manner? Have since found a few outstanding massage therapists (see reviews). Thank you. read more

Massage By Josie - My review that led to an unkind message. Hardly inflammatory / deserving an unkind response and accusations. Reported to Yelp. - Massage Near Me

Josie is amazing. I've been using her services for over a year now and find myself in better health and in better shape under her care. I struggle with chronic pain and inflammation, and sometimes after a full flare up of my RA, Josie is the only person who can bring me back to baseline. My RA also causes sciatic issues, and I did countless MRIs and X-rays and neurology visits and physical therapy, only to find the best relief from consistent sciatic pain was Josie diligently working on my sciatica. I've visited many other massage centers in the area and they just can't compare to Josie's talent and focused work. I even took my partner for a massage elsewhere once when Josie wasn't available and he was like, "If it's not Josie, I don't want it." She's an incredible healer who has great intuition about how to best relieve pain. She's always on time and super communicative about pricing, scheduling, and what she can and can't do for you. I love her responsible energy and her empathic spirit. She is truly talented and I don't know where I'd be on this chronic pain journey without her help and skill. read more

I've been on the hunt for a great massage and Josie exceeded my expectations. The massage was relaxing and the perfect pressure. She really takes her work seriously and has so much knowledge. This is by far the best massage you will get in LA County. read more

Josie is phenomenal! As hardworking as she is intelligent and caring, she is everything you want in a massage therapist. I feel immensely grateful to have found her, and she's been so very helpful in my health journey with chronic pain. I've had the privilege of receiving many massages throughout the years, and while most of them were perfectly fine and relaxing, many were not therapeutic. Josie, on the other hand, has an excellent understanding of the body and never fails to leave me feeling lighter after our sessions. Which is amazing...because an ideal massage is both relaxing AND healing. :) She's also a consummate professional; punctual, respectful of your body and home, and very responsive to both communication and feedback. 10/5 stars. read more

Josie is incredibly talented! I love super hard massages and usually find myself asking massage therapists to increase pressure. With my first massage with Josie, I booked a deep tissue massage and boyyyy is she strong! She really got out my tension and for the next massage I lessened the pressure to a Swedish massage, which is not your typical light pressure Swedish you may find elsewhere. Her default pressure is stronger than most and she's very receptive of increasing/decreasing pressure and specific needs. She is able to feel where I have tension, knots, and congestion and uses different massage techniques to release and massage. She is also able to educate me on what's going on with my muscles and why I may there's tension or pain where I have it. I also love that I provide my own sheets because I know they're clean, which helps me feel relaxed. Josie is professional, very easy to chat with, and comfortable to be around - I look forward to seeing her! If you're looking for an intentional massage that not only feels good, but actually releases tension, then you should book Josie! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Josie is, quite simply, magic.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]She's one of the best massage therapists I've had, and I'd recommend her to anyone.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Josie is an excellent masseuse by far one of the best in the business! I have been coming to her for over a year and enjoy weekly massages. I have neuropathy, severe back pain. In the past I tried everything to manage my pain and nothing seemed to work until I started getting massages by her, now I have started to feel much better. She also listens to your requests and is very accommodating. She is very kind and professional and I always look forward to seeing her. Definitely give Josie a try you won't be disappointed! read more

I highly, highly recommend Josie. My partner and I started having massage with Josie during Covid. She has a very safe and responsible procedure. We actually use our garage with a heater as needed and feel very safe seeing her. (Especially now that massage therapist, her included are vaccinated!) So often even "deep tissue" isn't strong enough for me and especially my partner when we get a massage. But Josie's normal massage is extremely strong! (Which makes her a great value to boot!) read more

A great therapist and truly has a gift. She is incredibly professional and knowledgeable, taking the time to ask about any specific areas I wanted her to focus on during the massage. She made sure to apply just the right amount of pressure to relieve any tension or stress I had. Would definitely recommend Josie to anyone looking for a proper massage. read more

Had Josie swing by my apartment on Valentine's day to give a massage to my husband and I. It was incredible! 1) If you say firm pressure, she gives you firm pressure! 2) She will get those knots out! 3) She comes to you and is super easy to email with, text with and she's prompt 4) She's super quick at getting in and out of your space 5) I've discovered that having a massage in the comfort of your own home is amazing because when you're done you can live your best #robelife and immediately go to sleep if you want :) read more

I've been searching for a good masseuse who I can see on a regular basis and would come to my home. This is extremely convenient with my work schedule as her hours start at 6am and can go until 10pm. She is organized from her quick response, instructions, expectations and set up. She arrives 10 minutes prior to set up which gives you the full time you request. The massage is what you would expect from a healer. She feels for the knots and the tension. Josie uses various massage and stretching techniques based on what my body needs. I require deep tissue and she doesn't just dig into your muscles. She is able to wear down the built up knots. She has regulars on a schedule so if you want her as your healer/masseuse it is best to be flexible with scheduling until she can get a routine with you. read more

This evening I booked a 90 minute massage with Josie. Josie is so kind, thoughtful, easy to talk to, and a great communicator! I get massages at least once every 2-3 weeks, and I have experience with almost every modality under the sun. Regardless, Josie is probably the most thorough masseuse I have ever had work on my back. She worked on my knots with such precision, and really amazing techniques. Typical massages might just feel like the therapist is going through the motions. This massage felt custom created for my specific needs which this evening was specific areas of my back and neck. Josie worked on all the areas I needed including probably best and most thorough neck massage, and even some areas of my back which other therapists might neglect. Overall, this massage was so connected. My entire back and neck feels amazing. Josie is someone who will totally get you, and your specific needs. Josie is professional, courteous, and perfect at what she does! In addition, the music she brought was very cool and original piano music. read more

Professional, friendly, relaxing, convenient and by far the top massage therapist we've used so far. Josie has her stuff together. Her scheduling system is professional and she brings along years of knowledge and experience. I've seen other therapists bring tiny massage tables, but Josie doesn't skimp on that with her legit portable massage table. When it comes to her massage, she's very attentive to each person's needs and asks what areas are problematic. It's hard to find a good therapist that's able to apply strong pressure and Josie is able to deliver on that. Highly recommended and will be returning for more appointments! read more

Josie came to our office as a Christmas gift....and I have to say this was one of the best gifts ever! She created an atmosphere that really took 'work' away.. I think this was one of the best full body massages I've ever had. The only downside is having to finish out the day at work rather than napping or soaking in a tub. Josie is amazing - I highly recommend her! read more

Josie came to our office in Los Angeles for myself and 2 others. Let me just say, I forgot I was even at work. She brought her music, lighting, table and magic. She got all my pain points without me even having to tell her where they were exactly - she just read my body. She was accommodating to each of us and our needs. She is local to where I live and I can't wait to book with her again especially because she goes to your home. read more

Josie is AMAZING!! I found Josie through Yelp and I am so happy I did! Her hands are magic and she is such a great energy to have around. If you're looking for a talented professional, look no further! She's your girl!! read more

Professional, on the point, responsive to the request, mobile massage at customer's place. I am so glad that I sent a massage session request to Josie. I have had a few massage therapy experience but none of them is comparable to the one provided by Josie. You know it's about time to give some love to your body, but you are dreaded that you would encounter a masseuse who you need to instruct where to put more pressure throughout the whole session and you end up not being able to relax. Well, that's not Josie. She knows what she is doing armed with 20 years of experience. I told Josie that I felt tension around shoulder and neck as I am on computer a lot. She later asked further questions about my lifestyle. She then focused on my shoulder and neck, and was really robbing off the nods formed under the muscles. It was so comfortable and I almost felt asleep. Immediately after the session I wanted to book next one. Not only she is on the point, I like how she provides tips on the routine of taking care of my own body. And she also followed up on how I was doing the next day. I would recommend people who need body work to send a request to Josie. read more

I met Josie last May for my first in-home massage with her and I was so blown away that I wrote a review for her, here, that's more like a book! Anything shorter, could not have conveyed the talent and professionalism that is Josie. I had a 90 minute massage with Josie today that was exceptional so I decided it was time for another review. I have lost count now on how many times Josie has changed my life with a 90 minute or 2 hour massage over the past 10 months. She is the most gifted masseuse I have ever had the great pleasure of experiencing. She is also such a wonderful person with a heart of gold and getting to know her has been such a blessing in my life. Today, she concentrated on my shoulders and neck- I am suffering greatly with a torn rotator cuff and although at first a bit hesitant about having her massage that arm and shoulder, oh my, how quickly I changed my mind after she started. My knots were severe but they stood no chance with Josie's firm and flowing hands as they did their magic and made them disappear. I told her when she finished that it was if I was halfway between here and heaven. I was floating. And it was perfection. read more

Josie was my neighbor and I happened to see her ad so once I was in enough discomfort I finally gave her a call! So glad I reached out, what a sweet little pasadena find! I called her and had her in my house within a couple days! She is super easy to communicate with via text, email, and phone. She was very prompt and extremely thorough. She gives you choices of aromatherapy and all kinds of other things, she even left me the remaining oil she made up especially for my massage! She was sweet with my pups (who were trying to jump on the table by the way!!) and she had amazingly calm energy. Have I told you how strong she is? Very! I told her I wanted mid to strong pressure and when I asked her to go a little stronger, she did exactly that. I think the best part was, not only does she massage you, she stretches you out and opens you up. Definitely knows her stuff. Very professional. Will be booking her on the regular going forward. Thank you Josie!! read more

I booked a massage for both me and my partner and we both thoroughly enjoyed our experience chatting with Josie about anime and shows we watched. Josie was professional and asked us questions to get a better feel for our preferences while explaining the benefits of what she was doing. She worked out a lot of the tension we both had from sitting and working at home the past year and recommended some stretches too. Josie was also super accommodating about the lack of parking nearby and hauled her stuff over (will scope out a parking spot in advance in the future). read more

I was so eager to write this review that Josie is still in the other room massaging my husband. Josie's massage is hands down the BEST massage I have ever had! Her deep tissue massage is to die for and on top of that, she has an incredibly sweet personality and makes you feel very comfortable. And what's better than having a massage in your house and then sliding into bed?? I will refer every single person I know to her! read more

What an amazing Yelp find! I found Josie after looking around for a massage therapist for the past month, a person to come to my home but who had high level safety measures during this Covid pandemic. I found her! She responded to my inquiry within hours and booked me for a massage two days later, Monday morning at my home. Not only is she thorough and professional in communicating the safety measures pre massage, she followed all protocols the day of. The massage was wonderful, she understood my needs and very specifically released so much tension from my lower and upper back. There was music, oils and good conversation. I highly recommend Josie for all your massage needs, especially now that we spend so many hours hunched over computers...getting a massage by Josie is medicine! Treat yourself, you won't regret it! read more

I have been searching for a mobile masseuse for a very long time. I came across Josie here on yelp and saw she had such great reviews. I also noticed that she had a special going on so I decided to give her a try. And I'm very glad that I did. She was just as good as every review said. I was so happy with my massage that I bought another session and a gift certificate to give as a gift. I'm really looking forward to my next massage. I am counting down the days. If you're looking for someone reliable and excellent with their hands you found her!! Give her a try and you won't be disappointed. read more

I am so glad I found Josie - one of the only silver linings of this pandemic! She is fabulous. Josie is very responsive, friendly, knowledgeable and talented. She treats both me and my husband. My husband is finicky about massages, but after his massage with Josie - he asked right after when I could schedule his next. Especially during this pandemic, I would not feel comfortable using the facilities at any spa so having her come to my house not only gives me peace of mind, but it's so convenient. She is also very affordable making it easier to treat ourselves once every few weeks! read more

Josie is extremely professional. She is punctual and knowledgable. She is also very strong! I love firm pressure and have not been disappointed. She is good about wearing a mask and scheduling her day to ensure she can sanitize in between clients. I've felt safe having massages during the pandemic. I would highly recommend her. read more

Josie gave all 4 of us great massages and concentrated on the areas that needed more work. Josie is sweet and made us feel so calm and relaxed. She is dedicated and knowledgeable in all areas of massage and soothed our achy muscles. There is nothing more comfortable than having a delightful visitor come to our home, heal us, smile and offer to return for more heavenly hours of healing. Recommend? Of course. You already knew I would. Josie has a plethora of 5 star reviews. read more

Josie just gave me the BEST massage I've had. She helped knead away some of the knots but I have a lot of muscle congestion (not enough stretching, not enough water...). I'm definitely scheduling a follow-up session in a couple of weeks! Josie is the real deal! read more

As a mom, it's easy to fall on that "mom guilt" when it comes to any form of self care. I waited until I was 12 weeks postpartum before I got the postnatal treatment. I'm just glad I finally did it because it was one of the best things that's happened after my little one was born. I didn't know how much stress my body was under and how many knots I had. Not gonna lie, I felt sore after as if I had just done a workout--but the good kind. The kind that after you did it, you feel refreshed and recharged. I honestly felt like a new human being. I'm so going to use her service again! Josie is professional, very nice, and she's good at what she does. Not to mention, her price is very reasonable--totally worth it! Can't wait for my next session. After all, happy mommy makes a happy baby read more

Josie was awesome! She was professional, courteous, brought everything she needed, and practiced appropriate safety measures. Also, I was impressed with how well she seemed to gage my muscles and their various pain thresholds. I've never done an at home massage, but I was completely at ease. She was also great at communication prior to and after the massage, I would recommend to anyone who needs this service! read more

Josie is amazing! She comes completely prepared and equipped for Covid safety measures and gives an AMAZING massage. It was one of the only times I have actually felt a massage DO something. I slept so well after the massage and actually felt the many knots from moving and a new job had disappeared! We will definitely be scheduling with her again! She is very accommodating and sweet and also has some incredible stories! Thank you Josie! read more

If you're on Yelp searching a certified, professional and knowledgeable masseuse that has the ability to do a true deep tissue massage, then you have found her and no need to look any further!!! So, I know if you're like me you've probably always thought of finding someone that you can trust to come into your home, but you watch the news and hear too many horror stories, so you just don't bother opening yourself up for something like that. Well, thankfully for me, my mom is the person who introduced me to Josie and so she couldn't have come to me with a higher recommendation than that. My mom is nearing 70 years old, although a very active 70 year old and she counts on having a regular massage to help her mobility, circulation and well being. She has been seeing Josie for years. When I was in a pretty bad car accident (a huge moving truck rear ended me), I started having back problems and my mom felt so strongly about Josie's ability to help that she has me seeing Josie. Here are some of the qualities I appreciate about Josie: * Strong, "healing hands" - has great pressure and will adjust to your preference * Asks questions before you start - like if you'd like to focus on certain problem areas (like my back and shoulders) * Can intuitively find your problem areas / knots that you didn't even know you had * Very knowledgeable and helpful answering questions * Very punctual * Very professional * Text messages a receipt via Squareup.com after payment for your records I am very thankful to know her and highly recommend her. She will certainly help if you're going through physical therapy like I am for my back or if you're just needing to work out knots from stress. She has been so helpful to me, that I've made sure to check her rates to post here so that if this helps anyone make the decision to call her, it should mean something that I'm spending the time to write out her rates! Just say yes to treating yourself Her rates as so reasonable to come to your house. Shes's having a special right now through October (2017) for $55/hour and $85 for 90 minutes Her regular rates are: $65/hour $95/90 minutes She only charges a small travel fee if you're not within 30 minutes of Pasadena which is only $5 for every $15 minutes extra of travel time Anyhow, if you're reading this - I wish you lots of luck in finding a relaxing and therapeutic moment! ...and call Josie read more

After receiving a massage from Josie, I understand completely why she only has 5 star reviews from everyone--yes she is THAT AWESOME. I grew up receiving therapeutic massages so I'm insanely particular in this department, and I can attest that Josie definitely knows what she is doing as a quality masseuse. I'm booking again asap. read more

Had a massage by Josie this morning and my back feels uh-mazinggggggggg... How did I get to this state of euphoria? I told my husband, Look: I don't care about getting gifts for my birthday or Christmas...but when Mother's Day comes, YOU MAKE IT RAIN. So what does the hubby do when Mom's Day is around the corner? He jumps on Yelp and finds Massage By Josie. The last time I had a massage was five years ago at a five-star resort. I told the massage therapist to apply harder pressure, but I ended up getting someone to pretty much, apply oil all over my body for an hour. Miss Josie is not the case. This woman gets down and dirty, and I totally love her for it. Josie arrived ten minutes before my appointment, she brought her own table, blankets, and oils. She stepped out of the room while I undressed and laid face down on her table. Right away when Josie gets to work, I feel the tension washing away from my body. + FAQS + + TYPE OF BUSINESS: Mobile massage only, so you won't have to leave the house. + MASSAGE TYPE: Deep Tissue + Focus areas (sore back and shoulder blades) + PRESSURE TYPE: Painful, but the BEST kind of painful. (Happy tears) I have a ton of tension and knots, and I need someone to teach those painful areas a lesson. But Josie customizes everybody's massage to their liking, so if you wanted a nice, relaxing massage, she can do that too. + DEMEANOR: Friendly, polite. + CASH/CREDIT: Both. + WOULD RECOMMEND TO A FRIEND?: Already have. + WOULD I GO BACK?: Making an appointment as we speak. read more