After years of looking for someone with knowledge about how the body works from the inside to the…read morenervous system. I've suffered from back problems like the rest of my family that lives in another country. I've done physical therapy, massage, you name it! Dessi really knows what she is doing. I've been living in SF for the last 2 and a half years and have looked up for physical therapy combined with a massage every month in different places. I am sure Dessi will give me more good years in my life. I am 59 years old.

Dessi knows her stuff. I have only visited her a few times, but each time I leave feeling…read morere-aligned. She was amazing at finding the pain points on my body that I didn't realize were causing the issues in my shoulder and hips. During my massage, we did not use an oil, but a tackier substance so she could really stretch my muscles and fix me. She is a great listener and will cater the massage to your preference! I have not found anyone who can compete with her in SF so far

Karen has been healing/relaxing/restoring me going on 5 years now. I have come to her in various…read morestates of injury/anxiety/depression and she always sends me on my way restored, centered and at peace. Initially I went to Karen because she used to be a computer nerd like myself and I was curious (read: jealous) after hearing the story of her leaving the rat race. Turns out she was a network engineer. Props. She doesn't talk about it much, but Karen left because she got a calling to heal. You say "hippie", I say "shut up." You don't walk from the San Fran tech scene and the $ that comes with it to sign up for massage school on a whim. A "calling" was right. This woman has a GIFT! As her plethora of 5 star reviews attest. Do yourself, your wrecked body and anxious mind a favor...see Karen.

I'm a little skeptical about the methodology/phenomenology of body work , though body workers…read moreclearly are on to something and can successfully address joint/muscle/connective tissues issues that traditional western medicine is very hard put to even diagnose. In any event, I was in a bad way with a knee problem that surfaced a little while after stopping dance class (go figure). The problem was getting worse the longer I rested it. I tried Gramberg simply because she works out of the same building I'm in, and I was panicking over the state of things and wanted to see someone right away. To make a longer story not so long, my knee immediately and dramatically responded. Very hard for me to see it as a coincidence. I've never had that dramatic response after seeing a body worker before. I've since seen her twice more, both times with good results. She's a warm, thoughtful, intellectual practitioner with a very good touch. I could not recommend her more.

I've known and worked with Loren off and on since 2007. She is an EXTREMELY talented coach and…read morehealer. She is able to be with very deep experiences via emotionally and psychologically. Her bodywork skills take what I have processed via my psyche and find where it's been internally. With her guidance and support I have been able to create deep releases that have brought me tremendous relief. I usually leave her office feeling uplifted and energized! If you're seeking someone who can hold space for you, even if you don't think it's possible -- think again!

I got a deep tissue massage with Loren last week and she did a great job…read more She was great at her craft and I really appreciated how she talked me through what she was doing and why. Can't wait to get back for another massage. PS - I booked my appointment through www.bidzy.com which is by far the best way to go about it. They're OpenTable for local services plus I get to name my price!

I have been seeing Cara for a couple years now. I was first introduced to her through her amazing…read moreYoga classes where she takes time to drop in with each student and create a healing space. I then began to see Cara one on one for Reiki sessions as well as partake in her workshops on Reiki and other healing modalities. Cara combines many modalities to not only help foster healing but also teach you the tools on how to help yourself outside of the sessions with her. I think this is what makes her stand out: she cares about each individual, takes time to listen to them and drop in with full attention, empathy and kindness. I feel as though I have gone through a rebirth after each interaction with Cara. You have nothing to loose and everything to gain by connecting with Cara.

I met Seaira first at a yoga and massage workshop, but continued to work with her for the body…read morework, at first. She introduced me to the world of reiki, sound and crystal healing, and the ever growing experience of my energy body. She is kind and approachable, conscious of wounds and capable of helping heal physical, emotional, and spiritual damage or just restoring balance. I would recommend her to anyone looking for energetic or physical healing or simply relaxation.

I went to Sondra Gray general fatigue and stress. The one hour and twenty minute session was truly…read moreartful and restorative. Her studio is a cocoon of warm colors and textures that added a lot to the experience. I had a little bit of lower back pain that is still gone 12 hours later. It was delightful to be worked on by a master.

Sondra has been coming to my condo for about five years for my delicious in-home massage once a…read moreweek. She does a great job getting out my kinks and pains and helping with my migraines. She's good to talk to and has a wealth of experience. I love her studio, too.

I regularly visit Tracy for her hot stone therapy massage, and I've found it to be very useful with…read moremy athletic training. The hot stones help to loosen up tight muscles, so she can effectively work on deep knots and troubled spots. She is also a true Reiki master. I've had various reiki practitioners work on me before, and I didn't feel anything. But I can immediately feel the benefits of Tracy's skills while she works. She's a gifted healer.

I booked thru a deal and I was not impressed by the lack of table side professionalism and constant…read morechatter. There were many awkward pauses and I felt objectified laying naked on the table, so much to the point where I felt like parts of my body were being touched inappropriately. The table was also not very temperate and there wasn't a proper changing room near her studio which is actually more of a closet. I will never return to this lady and would not recommend her. I'd rather go to pretty much anyone else. My body felt in a lot of pain after this massage and to the point where I had to revisit my pt as it threw me off. It felt as though harm was caused to me, and on top of it it's not cheap.

My husband recommended Michelle (we are both professional musicians). She is not just a lovely and…read morekind person, but incredibly knowledgeable about anatomy and knows exactly what she is doing! Additionally, she is highly intuitive and empathic and always goes the extra mile to help! Michelle views each patient as a whole and does not simply treat single ailments. She always asks before adjusting temperature or switching on/off/changing music, she is wonderful to talk to but will also anticipate if a patient prefers quiet. I am deeply grateful for her care and support and can wholeheartedly recommend her!

I have been getting monthly massages from Ronit for about 4 months now. I can confidently say Ronit…read moreenjoys what she does. She genuinely cares about her clients and tailors each specific session to her client's needs. My first meeting with Ronit, she wanted to know everything that was ailing me. She let me know what her methods were and how everything is tailored to fit my problem areas. She even goes above and beyond by teaching me about the different muscle groups and how they might be overstrained during my workouts. Most recently, she has sent me an email to incorporate stretches into my workouts in hopes of relieving my chronic back pain. I cannot say enough about the way Ronit handles her clients and she genuinely loves what she does. I highly recommend her if you are in the area. Her rates are competitive compared to any other full body massage therapist in the city so feel free to give her a call!

Ronit has helped my right back muscles, providing the relief I sought…read more Don't be afraid to talk with her about any adjustments in style that may enhance an already good experience. I recommend her without hesitation. Steve Bruce