One reviewer complained about a therapist with Golden Hand Massage using her elbows as part of the…read moretreatment, causing her pain. Honestly, that reviewer must have gotten confused with a different establishment ... because none of the therapists at Golden Hand use that sort of technique. My wife and I have gone to Michelle and Ivy for years. Even though we now live out of state, we still book with them when we come to town to visit family. Simply put, there is no one that we've ever had that is comparable to these two. They are intuitive, and know exactly what to work on. It's amazing, really. Prices are great. The decor is minimalistic, nothing fancy. But the massage? Outstanding, every time.

Great Vibe Great Price…read more Strong Masseur Reasonable professional and experience adaptable

Absolutely the best massage ever! I've been to numerous massage therapists over the years, and…read moredon't even live in the area anymore, but plan to visit Laurie when I'm visiting old friends in Santa Cruz.

Best therapeutic massage, hands down. If you have aches and pains, long or short term issues,…read moreLaurie is the therapist to see. Seriously. I don't want to say she's a miracle worker, but she's darn close. Laurie knows the human body like few others, that coupled with her healing/positive energy and trust me, you cant go wrong. Make an appointment today, she books up fast.

I'm not the type to get regular massages, I just don't really feel like I need them as I'm a pretty…read morelow stress guy. However I've been experiencing some elbow pain due to an overuse injury related to my occupation. I've seen my chiropractor a few times about it which brought some relief, but it's still been bugging me a lot. My wife has been seeing Stephanie for a couple years now, and booked me a 2hr appointment with her (knowing I'd never do it myself). I had the appointment yesterday, and I'm SO glad I did. I could instantly tell that Stephanie has a deep knowledge of all the muscles and connective tissues, knowing that where it hurt was not necessarily where the problem was originating. She confessed that she loves the challenge of finding those pesky source knots/tensions/misbehaving parts, almost like a detective solving a crime. Well my body is guilty as charged, and she expertly reduced 90% of my pain in the first 2hr appointment. If you want the perfect blend of a feel-good massage with what I'd describe as therapeutic/medical-level therapy, look no further than Stephanie at Soul Purpose Massage. I can tell that she can turn that dial of "feel good" to "hurts good" depending on each client's specific needs/wants. I definitely wanted the pain issues dealt with and couldn't care less about the feel good aspects (although the whole experience definitely was amazing). The room itself is very cozy, with a great view of the forest in the big picture window. Plenty of parking right off Soquel Dr. Why wait, book Stephanie now!

The Soul Purpose experience takes place at the intersection of deep relaxation and exceptional…read moreprofessionalism. My treatment took place in a beautiful forest-view space in which special care had been taken to create a peaceful ambiance. A truly delightful and remarkable massage experience in the Santa Cruz Redwoods. 10/10 will re-visit!

I have been going to Becky now for 5 years and I always feel so relaxed and tension free when I…read moreleave. We went from sport massage to therapeutic massage depending what my needs are at the moment. Becky is so great at listening to your body issues. She works really hard in getting you to a peaceful place. I think one of the best parts of Becky's massages is the very nice fluid flow....... I highly recommend her expertise!

Becky has been my massage therapist since 2009 and I can't imagine seeing anyone else. Becky saw…read moreme through braces and major jaw surgery (as an adult), even coming to my home to provide massage while I was recuperating from the surgery. While she is very knowledgeable about my chronic issues, she is also quick to pick up on new problem areas. After all of these years, I have never felt that my massages with Becky are the "same old same old." She continues to expand her skills by attending classes and she frequently brings new ideas and techniques into her massages. I have especially benefitted from her craniosacral work. If you are looking for a compassionate massage therapist who can intuitively "read" your body and speak to its needs via massage therapy, then Becky Wecks is the therapist for you.

Wow! If I could give Jennifer an extra star I would…read more Jennifer is a unique masseur. In my opinion, her techniques comprise of both massaging and physical therapy. She pays close attention to your needs and constantly communicating with you.

READ NO FURTHER - BEST MASSAGE EVER! My body is a train wreck map of injuries & scar tissue and i…read moredeal with chronic pain from dystrophy along with spine issues daily. From the get go,the entire experience Jennifer provides is incredibly soothing & relaxing. But her massage is simply the best massage i have ever had & i have had , if i had to guess, close to a 100 . Our session passed so quickly as she worked her magic and i am so excited to continue my recovery under her care . For myself -any reprieve or respite , however short or long, is truly worth any amount of money & with Jenny ,it is without a doubt, money well spent. Looking forward to my next appointment with Jennifer.

I recently visited Linda after have overall tightness and discomfort. Being my second massage with…read moreLinda, I knew I was in for an excellent treatment. What made this experience even more worthy of 5 stars was Linda's willingness to share her knowledge in diet and general well being. Even more, Linda maintains a strong, trusty network of homeopathic and alternative medicine providers (doctors, nutritionists and so forth). In just one visit I was not only able to recharge my body, but also find excellent references for alternative therapy. I highly recommend Linda. She is a true professional, patient, wiling to listen and provides excellent massage therapy in a quiet and welcoming environment.

I had a massage yesterday that was quite amazing. My neck and shoulders feel so liberated. Linda…read morelistens and is helpful. She has many ideas to help me restore my health after breaking my arm about 1.5 years ago. The setting for the massage is quiet and beautiful.

I have been getting massages from Tera for over 10 years. She is a very nurturing and thorough…read moremassage therapist. I have to say that Tera likely gives the best massage I've ever had. -Terri

Tera is a powerful healer, professional and talented massage therapist, very intuitive, with…read morebrilliant and nurturing hands that know just where to go and what to do. Tera - thank you so much for the most wonderful healing session on Monday! I felt filled up & energized, at the same time in the flow and peaceful. My right knee & leg had NO pain - even during an evening walk - much better. And, I slept well Monday nite!

I absolutely loved my entire experience at Tide Massage! The vibes inside are very cute, clean,…read morerelaxing music, drinks and snacks available, and the prices are amazing! I did the 1hr deep tissue/trigger point CBD massage and I was not disappointed in the slightest. My therapist was Maxine and she has such an amazing touch. Great rhythm and technique, very strong hands, BEST facial and scalp massage. She did a wonderful job listening to my concerns and focusing on the areas I mentioned. I will 100% be going back. This place deserves a lot more clients!

Lucy was amazing! She listened to all my concerns and did such an amazing job. I will definitely be…read morecoming back to see her. She has such wonder strength and really gets in there.