I love praising good people behind their back and I'm going to do it here so get ready:…read more Tranzend is a woman of color owned and operated small business. A small biz that punches above its weight class and does it all with kindness. I struggled for YEARS not knowing what my diagnosis was and was in a deep struggle with my physical health and mental well being. No one understood me. Health care providers would misdiagnose me multiple times before I found the right fit and would often seek referrals from anyone I trusted to find a massage therapist who could be kind, attune to my diagnosis, and just a good human being. Janice didn't just change my life; she saved it. The work we did together on not just my physical being but my soul was something I can never thank her enough. My financial situation wasn't the greatest either but Janice would insist on making it work and I dare say she would do the same for any of her clients. I don't recollect how many years I would see Janice but it was a lot. Janice is a compassionate and empathetic massage therapist and she has a breadth and depth of expertise that you'd be hard pressed to find anywhere else. If you're not seeing this woman, what are you doing with your life?

My husband found Janice and booked massages for us for our anniversary (we stayed in downtown…read moreSeattle for the occasion). We each had a 60 minute massage in her cozy little studio with the most beautiful rooftop view of the Sound. The massages were great (my introduction to cupping) and Janice is a lovely person. I get massage and other body work done regularly so I've experienced a wide variety of quality. I'm also not the easiest body to work on (very tight, problem spots). I would absolutely come back again. I can't comment about the value because I didn't pay the bill :-) Hubby said her prices were average, though. I'm not complaining about anything because I enjoyed myself and felt great afterward, but setting expectations so no one is disappointed. The massage studio is in a large professional building and shares hall space with other medical professionals. TrandZend is a single massage room, not a full spa experience. Because it's in a professional building, it's locked on weekends and Janice has to come down to let you in (didn't phase us since the sun was shining, but this could mean waiting outside for quite a while). Janice creates a warm, inviting experience, but take note if you're looking for something different. I debated between 4 and 5 stars because it isn't a full spa, etc. but I figure it's the quality of the massage that matters and that was definitely a 5 star experience.

Whenever I want to treat myself to a massage, I go to Megan. She perfectly combines long, fluid…read moremotions with more specific pressure points too. I prefer firmer pressure, and she nails that as well. I highly recommend getting a massage with Megan!

I just got home from the most fantastic massage! Megan is amazing!…read more I sit at a desk for 10-12 hours a day sometimes. I have very tight shoulders and hips - Megan was able to relieve the pressure and pain that pressure caused. She didn't just massage but also used pressure points, stretching and more to release my tight muscles. The office was very clean, well-kept and relaxing- her practice is inside a chiropractic office which to me is a good sign! She offers great deals for first time clients as well as referral bonuses. Make an appointment with Megan it will make you feel like a regular person instead of a knotted up mess!

Jen is a wonderful massage therapist and a wonderful human being. She was referred to me by a…read moremutual friend, and I couldn't be more grateful. I was scheduled to have a major surgery, and Jen was incredibly flexible in squeezing me in TWICE last minute. She not only relaxed my muscles, but put my mind at ease entirely. I'm convinced I will recover swiftly thanks to her masterful hands. Jen is a queen-of-all-trades and reads your body like a master. In one of our sessions alone, she used the many modalities of deep tissue, swedish, craniosacral, Thai stretching, reiki, and intra-oral on my TMJ to fix the popping issue, as well as some deep belly massage to work on my incredibly tight psoas muscles. How many practitioners do you know that can fit all that into a single session? I've had many, many massages over the years, and Jen has helped my body so much in such a short time. I haven't felt this loose in ages. Do yourself and your body a favor, book a session with her and you'll leave feeling incredibly relaxed and blissful. Thanks again, Jen

I've been utilizing Jen and her body care products for over 11 years. She has a vast understanding…read moreof Bodywork and produces amazing results. I work in a labor industry and consistently feel tight and burdened by chronic pain in my back and shoulders. She always does an assessment and targets problem areas. In addition to the overall work she does she focuses on these areas for a very personal healing session. She's professional with cleanliness and her studio is very comforting and a relaxed environment. She will become a great friend with true concern for your health and healing and I will continue to use her for years to come.

I highly recommend Laura! She's attentive, empathetic, and made our first session together a…read morewonderful experience. Plus, her choice of music was great. I'll def be coming back!

I've tried working with a few massage therapists before meeting Laura. My experience w/ her has…read morebeen amazing. She's extremely warm, inviting and kind making for a super comfortable session. Highly recommend scheduling some time with her.

Danielle has perfect pressure and somehow made my deep tissue massage (which I usually find painful…read moredue to all the knots in my back) feel amazing but still effective. She asks you where you want to focus at the very start of your appointment, which I find not all places do. I'll definitely be back. She did wonders for my neck and upper back, and her prices are super reasonable.

Danielle is great. I've been getting massages from her regularly for a couple years now…read more I initially sought her out because she specializes in therapeutic massage. Through a few sessions, she was able to help relieve the tightness and soreness in my lower back and shoulders that had accumulated through years of weightlifting. Danielle's general deep tissue massages are top-notch as well, and she's a great conversationalist. I keep coming back because her deep tissue massages are so relaxing, and she's fun to talk to. If you're in the Ballard area and you're looking for a good massage, and you want to support a small business, I would highly recommend Smiling Owl Massage.

Des is incredible! Really sweet and nurturing lady, and for someone getting steady massages for 20…read moreyears, easily the best I've had! She gets 2 hours of work done in 1, and man if you like deep tissue work... Those hands and feet will keep you coming back!

Only way to describe the massage is : Massage with soul…read more She doesn't need a good review as word of mouth has made her popular- worth booking and waiting for an appointment.

I just completed the Rolfing 10 series with Anne. She is an amazing person as well as a skilled and…read morecaring practioner. She always listened to my concerns and was careful to make sure we never went beyond my pain tolerance. She also went above and beyond to accommodate my tight schedule. I have tried a variety of different things from chiropractic to massage to yoga and weird home contraptions to relieve the chronic headaches and neck pain from a car accident years ago. None of them have provided any permanent relief. After 10 sessions with Anne I have a significant reduction in headaches and upper back/neck pain. I also have relief from the knee pain I've lived with for years and feel at least an inch taller. I walk straighter and sleep better. I'm finally starting to feel like the 29 yr old I am rather than a 50-60 year old. I will absolutely continue Rolfing as I think it is the only corrective solution to chronic muscle pain. (Also, while Anne does not do medical insurance billing, I have had no problem getting reimbursed for her services under my spinal manipulation benefit).

Anne does an amazing job and I'm a big fan! She is also an interesting person and fun to talk to…read moreduring treatments. I highly recommend her and sent friends and family to try her out. I've have been suffering from a chronic (10+ yrs) inflammation in my ankle and nothing helped. Over the last few years, I sought traditional orthopedic help from multiple doctors, tried PT, and acupuncture. Nothing helped. Finally someone recommended Anne so I decided to give a try. I felt a dramatic improvement after the first treatment (it was almost like magic!). I did two more treatments and stopped for some time (at Anne's advice). My leg felt so much better, I started running again. This change lasted for quite a few months. unfortunately, over time the pain started creeping back in. I now go to Anne once or twice a year for a 'tune up'. Each tune-up sets me up for months. This surpassed my expectation and is the only thing I found that actually helps me and makes a lasting impact.

Sara really knows her stuff! I had a massage with her earlier this month & it had to be one of the…read morebest massages I have ever I had. Not once during the massage did I feel like the pressure was too much & she had consistent, firm pressure the whole time which I really enjoyed. She got all my tight spots, & I felt significantly more relaxed after the massage. Sara's new new office space is beautiful, & she provides a relaxing environment for the massage. I highly recommend her to anyone is search of a high quality deep tissue massage!

Sara Akerlund is a spectacular massage therapist! During today's session I was transported into a…read moredeep state of relaxation and comfort. My aches and pains really felt as though they had melted away. She applies as much pressure as you need (even if you need a strong touch). The room is very clean and comfortable. I always look forward to her massages and recommend her highly!