Unfortunately when I reached out to this massage therapist by calling the number listed here and on the website, I was immediately sent a text from another number that said "Please text me." Obviously I didn't recognize this number or understand why I was receiving this random message from a random number. So I asked who it is. The response was extremely rude saying "You called me. Who is this?!?" I'm attaching the screenshot of this exchange. For a massage therapist that indicates on their website that they treat clients with dignity and respect, this response to someone reaching out to your business for the very first time is very unprofessional and contradictory to what they proclaim their values are. Obviously won't be pursuing a first appointment here. read more

Maeva is extremely expert and knowledgeable. In addition to massage, she has taught me several stretches and even a new resistance exercise. She has taught me how imbalances in certain parts of my body can cause problems in other parts of my body. She is an amazing massage therapist. read more

Husband treated me to a Mother's Day massage. Went in thinking I was going to get a fluffy relaxing massage. Maeva pinpointed every tense, painful muscle and joint. And then she started her magic. I like a strong massage and she dug way deep in. While making sure the pressure was okay for me. I was experiencing lower back pain for a week and she worked it out. When I walked out of there, I felt Brand New and I had absolutely no lower back pain. She is a very experienced massage professional, who understands the body and is in tune with her clients. I highly recommend. read more

FANTASTIC!!! TRANSFORMATIVE!!! Best massage I've ever had. Maeva worked muscles in my upper back that I didn't know I had. Before the massage, my back was so tight that I was in pain. My muscles are so much more relaxed and I feel so much better. Treat yourself to the best! June 14, 2024, read more

Maeva is truly gifted when it comes to massage therapy. I've been to see her several times now. I've had deep tissue massage over the years but often times the therapist would contort my arms in awkward angles to get at the muscles and it always made me nervous. Coming to Maeva, I learned what I really needed was trigger point work! She has an innate ability to find the points in your body where the tension and pain lives and then massage it away. She will go as deep as you can handle but also listens when you ask for a little less. Maeva definitely delivers totally custom massage therapy and wants you to feel good. I always walk away shocked at the amount of tension I carry without realizing it - Maeva helps get rid of all of it! She's an absolute gem and you should not hesitate to make an appointment. For the incredibly personalized attention she provides, her prices are really fair. read more

Where do I begin, Maeva is INCREDIBLE and so in tuned with her clients needs/ailments! Having asthma (yes, she helped with asthma), she stretched and manipulated my body to help open my lung capacity, thus allowing me to breathe better than after having a nebulizer treatment! Maeva is an earth angel! read more

Best massage I've ever had. You can tell that she truly knows what she's doing. This was my first time getting the trigger point therapy and I very much enjoyed it. I would highly recommend if you like deep pressure. I can't wait to go back. read more

Maeva is more than a massage therapist, she is a true healer. She has a gift of finding those "trouble spots" hidden deep within muscles. I came to her with a crazy muscle in my glute that completely seized up. It was hard as a rock and completely deformed my glute. Maeva was completely comfortable working on this area of my body, something a lot of massage therapists refuse to do. By the end of two sessions the progress was unbelievable. The softness was restored and the shape progressively getting better. She keeps you informed and describes what she is feeling. I didn't know what to expect from my treatment as sorely Kneaded, my expectations were exceeded ten fold. read more

Deborah Braxton is my GODDESS. Okay, so I've never been to The Green Room: On Fridays she works down at Apple Heath & Wellness in Cupertino and if you are an employee (or a lucky "s.o."-- significant other, like me) then you MUST make your appointment as soon as possible. Before I get into Deborah as a masseuse, I must comment on how Deborah, herself, is a HEALER-- there's magic in her hands and heart. She knows the body, y'all. She talks. She listens. ...and I'm talking about she talks and listens to the body, as well as you. She is truly blessed with an intuitive gift, and I come out feeling mentally, physically, and emotionally better. She's THAT good. In terms of the actual massage therapy, which we jointly dubbed "THE BRAXTON METHOD," it is simply amazing. She was trained (at least in part, I don't know about in whole) at De Anza, and she must've put in a lot of extra credit hours. Deborah specializes in deep tissue massage...like, DEEP (though, she is perfectly capable and fab at just a general, relaxing massage). I'm not a small man-- 6'2", 200lbs-- and Deborah's not a large woman--she comes up to my nipple, maybe-- but she is the most hardcore massage I've ever received, and I've looked around for a while. She's not afraid to get up on the table and find/work on "that little sucker" until it's taken care of. "The Braxton Method" is not for the faint of heart, but for those of you who need the s*** beaten out of your muscles, she is simply the best. I originally started seeing Deborah for anxiety-related muscle tension and she has been an integral part of my therapy and recovery. I am also truly blessed to call her my friend. I wholeheartedly endorse Deborah Braxton, in whatever context you can reach in, for your massage needs. I love you, Boo!! read more

Oh life....how you stress me out. For some reason my shoulders have really liked hanging out around my ears, which is not good. Not good at all. After one dismal attempt at getting a decent massage to help me not only chill out, but to really work out the knots in my shoulders, I found Deborah. I figured with stellar reviews & 5 stars across the board, I couldn't go wrong. And let me tell you, this is the easiest 5 stars I have ever given. Deborah 'gets it', she is 'in tune'. She dug into muscles that were tense & painful & really worked them out. She searched & dug & worked out years of stress. She was awesome! Hands down, awesome. Deborah herself is so nice, easy to talk to, and just the kind of person you want as a friend. read more

I am sort of on a "let me tell you about my favorite people who make me feel lovely" kick tonight so... let me tell you about massages from Deborah Braxton. She is one of the most in tune with your body and your needs massage therapists I have ever worked with. She gets right to the point with her work too, which I love. If I ask for it, she'll be gentle but usually she kicks my ass exactly how a good massage therapist should. She take it beyond generic massage and blends in stretching techniques and sports massage stuff even when you are not specifically getting a sports massage. I'm in love with the deep tissue stuff and the 90-minutes I usually get flies by all to quickly. In terms of the vibe, the Green Room is so chill (and literally awash in greenieness). The scents are soothing (even when you don't get an aromatherapy service), the lighting is just right and she always chooses just the right tunes. This is another one of those places on the peninsula that makes it worthwhile to haul myself down from SF. Always worth the drive. Grab a cup of tea on your way out, bring a driver if you can (since you are going to want to chill) and tell Deborah I say hi and that i'll see her real soon. read more

Deborah is an amazing massage therapist. And she's truly that--a therapist. She is able to do deep work on muscles to relieve long-term pain and tension you didn't even know you had. She is also an exceptional listener. She can dig in and do the serious, deep, therapeutic work. Or she can dial it back and do a great relaxation massage. Either way, it's always a fantastic experience. Finally, Deborah is very sensitive to your needs at the moment, both in terms of the massage and also in terms of interaction. I've had sessions when we've laughed and chatted, and sessions in complete silence. Sometimes I say what I'm in the mood for, but most of the time Deborah just picks up on the vibe and does that. Amazing experience, highly recommended. read more

Highly customized and skilled deep tissue massage. A lot of focus on trigger points with a hyper clean environment and modern positive energy to the space. The masseuse is extremely skilled and one of the rare breeds who finds your trouble spots and listens to the client's requests. She brings expertise to the table (pun intended) but still listens to the person and will focus as needed. I was so relieved to have found a masseuse who does not pay lip service to the idea of focusing on problem areas. We even broke down a rough percentage 60% low back left side 40% neck or something similar to that! The beds are heated and comfy and the price is very reasonable for the level of service and productivity you'll gain. read more

I have been a loyal client of Deborahs for more than a year and a half now. I have to admit I have been reluctant to write a review up until now due to the fact that she is highly sort after and I already have to book my appointments with her months in advance. I am in one of those professions that requires hours of continued bending of the neck, and use of the wrists and forearms. I made the conscious decision to discontinue the prescription medications (pain killers, muscle relaxers, etc.), and hoped that some therapeutic body work would mean no more corisone injections from the doctor. I began seeing Deborah for ninety minute sessions twice a month, and within months felt a great improvement. Today I am free of prescription medications and go for an hour massage just once a month. I no longer get muscle spasms, or the type of back pain that requires cortisone shots. I have tried chiropractic and acupunture, but neither relieved my pain like this massage master. I was motivated to write this review after reading the review of 'Thomas E.', an individual who has self-admittedly never experienced one of her incredible deep-tissue massages. Apparently, he thinks it is o.k. to use Yelp to write uninformed reviews containing personal information. He complains that he had a difficult time setting up an appointment with her. During the time mentioned he is correct in saying she was pre-occupied to the extent that she was juggling a full clientel with a wait-list on top of relocating from a home she had recently moved into. The home she had moved into turned out to be in an unsuitable area, and so she needed to get herself and her children into a safe neighborhood immediately . . . welcome to Bay Area living, where expensive living doesn't necessarily mean acceptable! All I can say is that during this time my massage sessions with her were excellent - I left feeling relaxed and renewed and looking forward to the next session. Her personal life never effected the quality of her work. I am picky when it comes to body work, and it took me a while to find Deborah, but she is well worth the wait. If you want a same day massage appointment with a good-enough CMT, there are plenty in this area. If you want serious pain relief from an educated body-worker and business woman, book in advance with Deborah. read more

Deborah is a god send. She's so professional but so warm, a wonderful contradiction. I've been in to see her twice and just booked an appointment for my boyfriend as a present- I know he'll love her. She has what every massage therapist should have: strong hands and advanced knowledge of how our bodies work. But she goes way beyond that- She can read my body, she knows, even without me saying anything, when to push and when to let up. One hour is never enough with her, definitely sign up for as much as you can get! She's so sweet and cheerful that that hour and a half will fly by and you'll come out feeling light and airy. She's incredibly good for chronic injuries or just over exerted muscles. This isn't a floofy spa massage, this is a massage that will get you results! read more

I am so happy to have found Maeva! She is amazing! I had horrible tension on the side of my neck for a week. She found my trigger spots immediately and worked her way to release them. I look forward to seeing her again, very soon. read more

Taylor D. Maeva helped me while I was having trouble with my asthma. For about a month my asthma had been acting up and medicine and nebulizer treatments helped temporarily. She did PNF (Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation) to help stretch the muscles around my lungs and it has helped relieve my symptoms longer then any medicine ever could. I never realized how the muscles around that area could affect my breathing until she worked on me I was able to get that little bit of extra room to breathe a full breath. After just 1 session I felt the difference almost immediately. AMAZING!!!! read more

Deborah gives the best massages I have ever had. She gives special attention to the areas that need it, and she is STRONG! She bases her work on thorough knowledge and listening to my requests and feedback. She often surprised me with yet another effective technique. She is professional and fun to be around. The environment of the Green Room is conducive to a relaxing massage, too. Thanks for all you do for my wellbeing, Deborah! read more

I was referred to Deborah by some jogging buddies before my first marathon run. In minutes, she knew my muscles better than I did. She really gave my legs what they needed; she was able to really work my body up to the edge of discomfort, but not cross that line. And so much "hurts so good." I haven't had a million massages, but it was clear to me her skill is an order greater than what you can expect to find anywhere else. I'd say her hands are magic, but I'm sure her talent is an accumulation of careful experience over the years. And while she is absolutely professional, at the same time she makes me feel comfortable, relaxed and casual like an old friend. read more

Maeva is amazing! She truly loves what she does and it shows in her work. I went to see her with terrible pain in my head, neck and back. She worked on multiple trigger points and when I left, I felt like a new person. She even said to me" you can't leave until I get that muscle in your neck to relax". I can't thank her enough and highly recommend giving her a try, you will love her!!! read more

I started seeing Maeva a few months ago and thank g-d I did! She has been a huge help in getting my body back in working order! She is intuitive, she knows her stuff, and is so easy to work with !! If you have muscle aches and pains you wont go wrong working with Maeva!! read more

Wow. Do not hesitate to contact Meava. You can send her a message right here on Yelp to set up your appointment, like I did, and the very next day, I had the most amazing 90 minute deep tissue massage. But it's not just a "massage" it's truly an experience. Meava is dedicated to learning and listening and helping you. I can't wait to go back. She's a true healer! read more

I loved that Maeva fulfilled the duties of a true "massage-therapist". It was one of the most painful massages I've ever had but two days later I feel like brand new and pain free! I appreciated how she walked me through what she was doing and why. Coming from a medical background it helped me to understand why it hurt and how I can fix it going forward. I wasn't looking for a Swedish feel good massage (which I'm sure she can provide as well), I was looking for true therapy to help me feel better. I appreciated her guidance and recommendations. I will definitely be going back!! read more

What an absolute joy to receive a massage from Maeva! I haven't gotten a proper massage in many years and not for lack of need-- I am a bundle of knots. Maeva was very helpful in explaining what she was doing and why. I left feeling relaxed and renewed and sore in a good way- also, Maeva is hilarious and kind. Go see her! read more

I had a 60 minute deep tissue and trigger point massage with Deborah in August. It was my first time with her and she spent a good half hour (which didn't count towards the 60 minutes) to talk to me first about my massage needs. I work a desk job full time and then continue with homework at my own desk afterwards. I carry all my stress in my neck/shoulders/jaw plus I have TMJ. Never had a professional massage given to me laying on my back, for my shoulders, neck, jaw, temple, she even went in my cheek to alleviate TMJ symptoms there. I didn't even know it was possible to massage inside your mouth, haha! Taught me a couple of jaw exercises too. She really makes you feel comfortable and at home. My jaw felt really loosened up! It was my first real legit legit massage so I could really feel the variance in her technique being so far beyond anything I've ever experienced. Like a 5 pound weight removed from my neck. I went back two weeks later for a 90 minute deep tissue and trigger point massage. Worth every penny. read more

Over the years, I have had a lot of massages, but Deborah at the Green Room was one of the best I've ever had. The room itself is cozy and cute and appropriately dim. Deborah understands muscles and helped me overcome some serious pain. She was just fantastic. I loved my massage, and walked out feeling great. I was really impressed with her and her skills. 5 stars, easy. read more

Maeva really helped me throughout my marathon training (and now recovery). She has taken time to understand me, my goals and what my body needs. Highly recommend! read more

I have had many different massages from different therapists; however, Maeva is truly at the top of her field. Although she had just moved to an unfinished space I was able to book an hour long appointment after my wife raved about how good she felt after her first session with her. For my appointment she focused on my right pectoral which I aggravated a little over a week ago. She quickly evaluated me and worked my injured pec as well as my arm, shoulder and upper back. She worked each trouble area and trigger point with such determination and care, always checking to see how you are feeling because, the harsh reality of trigger point release involves some level of discomfort. That said she will only subject to a reasonable level of discomfort for as long as required. Therefore, I must say this is the most effective oelne hour massage I have had because, although I am a bit sore which is expected, my aggravated pectoral area feels much better. Maeva is an incredible find! read more

I have been seeing Deborah for almost a year and have been thinking of writing a review. What finally prompted me is that due to a mix up my appt yesterday was cancelled and I couldn't get my massage. I just wanted to bawl. I realize I am addicted. She's that good. I have tried a lot of massage therapists and found only one do far that I love and that's Deborah. Usually I walk out of massages feeling relaxed but that barely lasts an hour. With Deborah it lasts at least 3 weeks (without my changing my lifestyle - exercise, typing, knitting, poor posture, minimal stretching etc). She does a combination of different massage techniques but a lot of Deep tissue and Trigger point (at least with me). She knows her anatomy (better than I do and I am an MD). Another reviewer commented that she listens to you and your body and that is spot on. I have never known anyone else who could tell me I am tight in a place or find my tight spots before I know of their existence. She works pretty hard at getting rid of them. As a bonus she is a warm and caring and genuine person. Interested in healing as opposed to making a quick buck. There is a long wait for Deborah and that is why I am usually booked way in advance. She is a fabulous massage therapist. If I could give her 10 stars I would! read more

Whether it be a teacher, a waiter, an accountant, a gardener, or an auto mechanic, there are people who are good at what they do, and people who are not. Deborah is exceptional at what she does. She has a real passion for working on people's bodies. Her knowledge of muscles and trigger points is proof of that. What also makes Deborah stand out is her ability to listen to what you are telling her about what exactly is bothering you or causing you pain. She constantly checks in with you throughout the session about her level of pressure, and what you are feeling. If you have any pain or discomfort anywhere, or just want to give your body a break, go see Deborah! She can work magic. read more

Maeva is a really passionate therapist that cares about what you have going on and how you feel. She has great touch and is very experienced. I highly recommend a 90 minute massage with her or a 2 hour massage if you need some serious unwinding. read more

Wish I had more time with Deborah. She got most of my targeted knots out with precision. I would come back for sure (loved the coconut oil) and Pandora music in the background.. read more

Deborah is so caring and warm hearted. I felt welcomed and relaxed as soon as she gave me a big hello and a hug! :) The massage was AMAZING! I feel like a new person today (day after the massage) and didn't realize my body was in such need of her touch! Now if only I can get my stubborn husband to go see her ;). THANKS DEBORAH! read more

Twice I've tried to schedule a massage without success. The first time, she cancelled on the same day. Then I thought I'd try again, and despite going through the online scheduling program and finding an open time, I got a message the next day saying that it wasn't available. So I guess this isn't meant to be. Perhaps she's a great massage therapist, but I'm not going to be finding out. Bummer! read more

This review is long overdue. I scheduled an appointment with Maeva after having developed post-surgery muscle imbalance issues and tightness in my lower back and hips. She is incredibly thorough in her initial needs assessment and her knowledge of the body - theoretically and intuitively - is exceptional. In addition to being a warm person with a great sense of humour, she is especially gifted as a masseuse. I can recommend her to anyone whether you are looking for a therapeutic massage or just relaxation. read more

Thanks to Yelp, I found what I consider to be magical massage by Deborah at Sorely Kneaded in Mountain View. So add another 5-star review to the list! First, Deborah has a warm, wonderful personality that immediately welcomed me and put me at ease. Her massage room is comfortable and relaxing - she'll offer you choices of music (ooh, Nora Jones) as well as of massage oil scents (ah, lemon/lavender). The oil is so light that after the massage sessions I forget it had been applied. Conversation flows freely, punctuated by laughter. Sometimes a peaceful quiet combines with the heated massage table to give a pleasant, cocoon-like feeling. The magic is in the way she manages to quickly determine exactly where your pain is, and then probes into it. Her unique combination of knowledge, intuition, strength and technique becomes focused on working through and releasing your pain. The massage process itself is not pain-free, but as another reviewer noted, it's in a "hurts-so-good" kind of way. You could say that she pounds the pain into submission. She's simply an excellent massage therapist. If you're considering making an appointment with Deborah, I say "Just do it." You won't regret it! read more

This review is long overdue. I have been a client of Deborahs for ~ 3 years and have had phases where I see her regularly and then take a long break when life gets crazy. I normally go in for trigger point massage and Deborah knows and understands the human body and its trigger points better than anyone I have every met. My first set of issues was to resolve trigger points in my calves but more recently she completely resolved issues I had with a semi-frozen shoulder -agonizing pain that came down to manageable in 90 minutes without meds! She has also help a lot with a back flareup and can identify /diagnose issues that I did not even think about. I really enjoy her deep knowledge and professionalism. Echoing an earlier reviewer -she has also worked on my face and eliminated trigger points near my eyebrows (who knew!) that were causing me chronic headaches that I just assumed were due to chronic computer time! Highly recommend. read more

Deborah is THE best massage therapist I've ever known, and I've been to my share of good and bad therapists throughout the years. Every time I go in, she knows exactly how to address my difficult problems, and I always walk out in a better state. Her clinical massage skills and thorough knowledge of the body are incomparable. Hands down, no contest, I will not go to anyone else. read more

Deborah is beyond awesome, I can't say enough good things about her! I have been having some serious issues with my shoulders and forearms due to too much typing at work. After seeing 2 different physical therapists and going through a bunch of physical therapy, I still had not seen much relief. In just under 5 sessions, Deborah has significantly lessened my pain AND helped my limbs heal. She is awesome and very patient with any questions or concerns. She also will take the time and explain the physiology of your pain (i.e. pain in the forearm might start from the shoulder given all the connected muscles). This helps you understand the root of your pain and treat it... She rocks! read more

Deborah was great. Making an appointment was easy through her online appointment system and it even sent me a reminder email the day before my appointment. I had no trouble (other than the fact that she books up fast so make your appointments early! :-). She is extremely knowledgeable, professional and very conscientious about making sure you are comfortable. She took the time to listen to and assess my specific needs before starting and she tailored the massage as she progressed. She has a firm touch and I doubt seriously if she's ever met a knot she can't undo! My back is thanking me for at least undoing some of the damage I put it though while sitting at a computer all day! read more