The massage therapists ( Amy and Binbin) are amazing!…read more Arrived in Petaluma after a long drive and felt we needed a massage. Did a search online and found Essential Massage. Made a phone call and booked a time and got in within a couple of days - they are extremely accommodating! When we arrived they were very prompt, kind, and professional. Didn't know what to expect as we were from out of town; however, we were pleasantly surprised how attentive they were to our needs. I've never had a massage this thorough for such a reasonable fee. I've spent a lot of money at different resorts and always left disappointed in how inadequate the massage was. Next time we are in town we will book an appointment! Highly recommend them to all! Thank you Essential Massage

Just had massage at EMT with Lisa. It was one of the best & most relaxing massage that I've had in…read moremany years! I had the Swedish massage but had asked Lisa to make it a little firmer (medium pressure) & she did not disappoint. I was a bit tight in my lower back, glutes & hamstrings & she worked the knots & tightness out beautifully! The whole experience was way better than going to some boujee expensive health spa for sure!... hot towel wipe downs, some hot stones & overall just an amazing massage! I'll be back for sure!

Fantastic massage great attention to detail super clean very comfortable and good value well worth…read morea visit I highly recommend.

Katie is amazing! Incorporating her massages into my overall wellness has been life changing. I…read morefeel better mentally and physically, injure myself less and feel healthier overall. She's skilled and intuitive which makes her the perfect choice for massage in the north bay.

Don't know who they had before but I came in with knee pain and anna took care of me and dedicated…read morespecial attention to the surrounding muscle around my knee pain. The rest of the massage was great including her walking on my back. Definitely go and see her.

Don't go this place are bad service unprofessional massage…read more They don't know how to massage

Samara is terrific. I love her massage room. She is very knowledgeable, really got into my knots…read moreand areas of tension. She is really good at getting in there and knowing where my areas of stress and tension are. I felt amazing after. She is warm and responsive. I also love the lavender oil she uses. I will definitely return. My muscles were tense from working out, and she got my muscles to relax.

I have worked with Samara as my therapist for many years, at this point 10 or 11 years. In my…read moreexperience, I've always found her to be outstanding and she's helped me with every issue that I've had. I've recommended her often and people have always come back very happy with her work, up to and including cranial therapies. She's very talented and I can't recommend her any more highly. Plus, she's a total sweetheart!

Jordanna is the best massage therapist I've encountered…read more She's extremely thoughtful, careful, and just flat out talented. I've been seeing her for over a year, and I've never once had a session that was anything less than stellar. Many massage therapists, even very skillful ones, will occasionally find themselves "just going through the motions," but Jordanna has always found the time and energy to put serious thought into our sessions. I'm always amazed at how willing she is to take some extra time to figure out what's going on with my body and mind and how she can help me. She's wonderful at managing all the little factors that can cause distractions during a session (noise level, draping issues, etc.), and making sure I'm able to drift off and let myself relax. She's also a great communicator. Jordanna is interested in learning from any and all sorts of massage traditions and modalities, but is also serious about making sure there is some scientific or concrete basis to believe that her methods can be genuinely beneficial. Basically I bring this up to point out that while she has interest in methods that some may consider "alternative," I've never once felt uncomfortable discussing my thoughts or skepticism of a given practice, and she always adapts her practices to my needs and interests. In this way she's introduced me to techniques that I may never have sought out previously, with wonderful results. I've found that massages from her have become not just a physical experience; they are also mood- and mind-altering in ways that help me to manage and improve my own health in the long-term. If you find this to sound a bit too grand or mystical, I'm confident Jordanna would be completely able to understand your skepticism, laugh with you, and tailor a session towards the more grounded and physical side of massage. I could go on forever but I think you get the point.

I am so grateful to have found Jordanna! I've gotten…read moremassages in the past and never found someone that left me wanting to come back regularly, until I met Jordanna. She is so talented, and most importantly, leaves me feeling so amazing, that I've made a commitment to see her monthly. Once things started reopening in spring of 2021, I decided to resume my search for a great massage therapist. At that time, I was just looking for someone to help me relax a bit and destress from a rough several months. I was referred to Jordanna by one of my own clients. When I met Jordanna, she was so professional, knowledgeable, and made me feel extremely comfortable. I felt like I had met her before because conversation flowed so naturally. At the beginning of my first session, she took a good amount of time to learn more about my goals as they relate to massage, my life/lifestyle, and my body. I've never had a massage therapist take the time to chat with me so thoroughly beforehand. The massage itself was absolutely amazing. It was the perfect amount of feel-good relaxation while focusing on releasing tension in "problem areas". When I was done, Jordanna took the time again to discuss my body, how I felt and what she observed. I learned so much about my body from the first session alone, and continue to be impressed by Jordanna's knowledge. What she does is better described as body work, rather than massage, as I get so much out of my sessions with her and she teaches me so much. I am now a "hooked" regular, and Jordanna still takes the time to thoroughly talk to me about my body before and after each session. This is the best gift that I've given myself; the commitment to seeing Jordanna regularly. My body (and mind) is so happy! I can't speak more highly of her. Jordanna is the best.

This was my first time at the particular foot rub/massage place and it was rather interesting…read more Honestly, I would give them four stars, but there were a couple uncomfortable things for me. $40 gets you a great hour long foot rub which was incredibly relaxing, granted it was somebody else next to me. And while my feet were soaking, my knees were bent as I laid down on a bed. This is my own preference, but I have bad knees, so bending my knees for a good 20 minutes while they were soaking in the relaxing water And therapeutic bubbles for my feet on my knees. One could not tell they were with other people in the same room because you wore a mask that was beautifully scented and very relaxing. I close my eyes even though I had a mask on but I could still randomly hear other people. Lol like I said for 40 bucks you can't really beat the price, but there were some parts that were a bit uncomfortable. The massage was adequate for my feet and neck and back, but I did have a knot in my shoulder on the left side, but the lady didn't really get the knot out. So I went to my acupuncturist instead. When I saw my acupuncturist at Gen Acupuncture in Sunnyvale California, she was able to get the knot out of my back/shoulder area. I digress, for Petaluma, and 40 bucks cash. Perhaps next time I'll get a full body massage and get a private room so I can fully lay down and just bring more cash with me next time. They charged more for credit card use so I was lucky I had cash on me at the time. Yet, This can't be beat, but because I'm picky I think I'll just stick to a pedicure and my acupuncturist for help in Sunnyvale. My pedicurist is in Campbell, California at Thao's Organic Nails. You can Yelp both companies.

It does the job when it comes to convenience and flexibility of what kind of massage one wants,…read moresuch as foot, body and/or neck massage. I adore their option for a minimum of 30 minutes on massage session since I just decided last minute to want one while we are in downtown for only a couple of hours or so. They were available as well. It was a rejuvenating break and one can't beat $25 for half hour anywhere! If the decor and ambiance is a bit better, it would be more refreshing. Other than that, convenience, flexibility and pricing can't be beat!

I always get a very good massage at J'L Relax Center. The practitioners are skilled and…read morethoughtful. They always attentive adapt to feedback. I'm a massage hound, but very picky about pressure and attending to "knots" and areas prone to soreness. I always leave feeling extremely relaxed and in a much better head-space!

Just had the Mother's Day special Massage and it was…read moremarvelous! This is my go to place. They focus one my problem areas with the right pressure. The staff is professional and kind. Highly recommend the Petaluma JL relax center. Give them a try

I had a fabulous massage with Barbara. She is genuinely kind and curious and attentive. She has a…read morelot of experience in massage and has a wonderful rhythm and touch. I would love to see her again!

I just my massage and I feel like I am walking on clouds! I have never felt this relaxed before!…read moreBarbara really listens to you and makes sure that your problem areas are taken care of. She asks you if the pressure is okay, and she makes sure that you are super comfortable. I already booked my next appointment with her! Don't miss out!

I had NEVER had an Esalen Massage before, but had heard about the service. Karlyn is AMAZING! She…read moreis extremely caring and kind. The office was serene. Can't wait to go back to her.

From the owner: With 10yrs of experience, Karlyn is happy to bring Esalen massage to downtown Petaluma. Esalen…read moremassage is known for its long, flowing strokes and synchronicity with the receiver. It is a holistic practice, deeply relaxing that benefits a range of conditions, especially those involving inflammation such as arthritis, pain management, stress, insomnia, postpartum, and pregnancy.

This place is a hidden gem. I've been coming to this massage place for quite awhile now. Good…read morecustomer service. The place is clean, organized and relaxing. My masseuse wen is very professional. The massage is excellent. My body aches are gone after my massage. I feel very relaxed. It's hard to find a good masseuse that will focus on your body needs. This place is amazing. I highly recommend this place. Thank you very much.

What a welcoming space. So warm. Best massage for the price. I can't wait to go back. One of…read morethe owners speaks Spanish while the other combines many types of massage for that deep tissue healing. Check them out. Especially for that last minute booking as they are open much longer than most other massage places in Sonoma County