Kaitlin is a very talented massage therapist; her Thai massage technique was quite good and she was…read moreable to work in very specific spots to help alleviate some pain I had. The space is intimate and relaxing; I look forward to returning.

I just got a wonderful Thai massage at Sattva Healing Arts from Kat. It was so wonderful I don't…read moreeven know where to begin! Her office is really beautiful and tranquil. Kat's presence is very calm and grounding. I felt very safe and supported - I felt like I could really unwind. Her Thai massage was so so helpful - my legs were really tight and they LOVED being worked on. I also really appreciate Kat's knowledge about yoga and Ayurveda. Highly recommend!

Sore back? Creaky joints? General sense of feeling adrift and scattered? Visit Caroline at Davoli…read moreMassage. Caroline is, by far, the best massage therapist to work on my battered body (I'm a full-time kickboxing instructor and a former bartender). I am a happy, regular client. I began visiting Caroline about 1.5 years ago. Through regular sessions with Caroline I learned how my body works and am able to take preventative measure to avoid chronic pain. Her skill in explaining anatomical issues and offering alternatives to common movements has allowed me to regain control of my body, fix my posture and start to work on improving my flat feet. Caroline works in a number of complementary disciplines, offering a full-range of massage therapy treatments (try the Ashiatsu Bar Massage, you will melt off the table). Her skill in identifying your body's issues and selecting the appropriate therapy is unmatched in my past experience with a half-dozen other massage therapists. Caroline has a complex understanding of mind/body health. She is incredibly intuitive, often identifying physical, mental or emotional issues before I've had time to process them. Her sessions are great for centering and grounding me. As a small-business owner, I operate on a high-volume of stress. My time at Davoli Massage allows me to unwind, reconnect with myself and refocus. The weekend following my appointment is always filled with peace and creativity. I can offer no higher recommendation.

I appreciate and am thankful for the support Caroline has provided during both IVF and pregnancy…read more She's done both Mayan Abdominal Massage with me and pregnancy massage. She has also given me great tips along the way for home care. I highly recommend her.

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.

OMG Janice is amazing! I have gone to her a few times and found each massage so relaxing and stress…read morerelieving. She is a very talented massage therapist and is also a great person to chat to. I have some old sports injuries that she was able to work through and relax. I've never left anywhere feeling so incredible. (Also very reasonably priced!)

UPDATE: Jessica now has her own practice in west Seattle and is no longer in Ballard. She is still…read moremy favorite therapist I've ever worked with. Book her at Jessicajoybodywork.com I discovered Ritual through Groupon and booked a 60 minute session with Jessica. She incorporated hot bamboo into the massage and it was a real game changer! I was so blown away with how much we accomplished in my 60 minute session that I bought 3 more sessions with her before le. You will not be disappointed!

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!

Anna is a fantastic masseuse, with a high level of both knowledge and expertise! I have been seeing…read moreher for about 2 years or so, after trying a couple others in the area. She provides a variety of approaches (i.e., deep tissue, stretching, pressure points) and has helped me work through stiffness and daily aches and pains and sports injuries and migraines. I go regularly and I definitely notice the difference if I go too long in between. She's also great to talk to and really listens to and incorporates my needs and feedback into each massage. She also offers yoga too! The office space can be a little tricky to find the first time but it's conveniently located and provides a lovely and serene spot for both massage and yoga, right in the Capitol Hill neighborhood! Highly recommend!

I came home after the massage around 3 hours ago. Still, I have that amazing feeling. Anna is very…read morefriendly, caring, and SKILLED. I had some discomfort in my body due to work and some muscles were sore. Feeling very relaxed and comfortable in those regions. Highly recommended.

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.

If I could give one star, I would. The massage I initially received was great, but after Danielle…read morecancelled an early AM appointment with less than 2 hours notice via email, things became really messy. I work with families and children intimately and I understand cancellations happen, and people become sick, but to cancel an AM appointment with under two hours notice without a call was not a great way to handle the situation. I was already getting ready and on my way to the appointment. Upon arriving I sat there thinking she was possibly late, then I called the number on the door because I figured that was the best option to figure out if the appointment still stood or not which. Then after back and forth email with Danielle she was upset that I had called the number on the door because it was for someone else. How was a client to know that? I waited for 40 minutes and left. When I arrived home I had seen on my desktop the reason I didn't get her email was because It was sent from her personal email instead of her business email which was the one email we had ever used prior. We sent some Emails back and fourth and because I had expressed how inconvenient it was for me she decided she didn't want to see me for my other appointment or reschedule. I had told her many times I understand these things happen and hope she will feel better and was kind, I just wanted her to know that a call for a two hour or less cancellation would be more ideal since clients are likely to be up and already getting ready to leave their homes. She then basically replies she doesn't want to see me as a client anymore while also being smart saying "in the age of smartphones" her email with 1.5 hours notice was appropriate. Especially when people are likely already on their way. Since I had bought 2 massages via Groupon I had asked if she would then work with me to help get a refund, she agreed and even wrote me an email saying she contacted them, and they would be reaching out to me within the day via phone. (Side note she also said she didn't want to see me because she only makes 17 dollars from her groupons, which i though was wildly inappropriate to tell a client.) When I didn't hear anything from them and emailed her back stating all I saw was that my account was flagged and had not received a call, her reply was so rude calling me challenged and whiny. I really don't know how someone would work in this industry and be so rude and able to personally jab at clients but I was completely taken aback by her unprofessionalism through-and-through. I would not recommend her place of business, as when things come up she cannot handle them appropriately, timely, or professionally and will attack you for it.

I've been lucky enough to snag not one, but two deals for Aine's services which promised an…read morehour-long massage for the low, low price of $30. After I visited her, I can honestly say that I'd be willing to pay full price for the massage that she gives - and anyone who knows me, knows that I'm a huge cheapskate and don't say these things lightly. Yes, the parking is annoying (take the bus, people, it's the U. District, there's no parking anywhere) and she can be hard to get hold of now that she''s sold so many deals and is often booked far in advance (but it seems she's now got an assistant to make her bookings so it's much easier to do). However, these minor annoyances aside, the massage itself is five-star solid! Aine gives a true full-body massage that's the perfect balance between relaxing and therapeutic, and makes sure to really work out your kinks and sore spots. She's warm and kind and it's clear that she truly cares about her customers. The space is nicely decorated and dim, soft music playing, the temperature just right, and the whole office is nice and quiet so your massage isn't disturbed by outside noises. I hope that Aine gets the boost in sales that she deserves from the daily deals, but at the same time I don't want her to get too popular because I want to keep her all to myself!

Aine is as sweet as pie! Her massages are simply awesome too. I first heard about her services…read moreafter seeing her Tippr deal online, which I bought immediately because massages don't come cheap nowadays. It basically was a $29 deal for 1.5 hours which was too good to be true. I left her a fat tip because her services were way too awesome for the Tippr deal. I hope more people hear about her because she really is super nice and really cares about fixing the kinks and knots in your body. She teaches you different stretches and ways to remove tension too, that was super helpful. She spent a lot of time working on my glutes too which was new to me because I never realized how sore they were until she was rubbing on them. I asked for a deep tissue but I guess I wasn't really able to handle the "deepness" so it was more of a Swedish massage. But she even used hot stones towards the end on my calves and thighs, that was a nice touch too! Parking isn't too bad for the building, just drive up a little and street parking is everywhere.

Sara is so attentive to the needs of her clients . She…read moremakes you feel very relaxed and has a soothing voice and smile . She is a very warm and caring person . You will feel your stress and worries released and will feel so inspired , fulfilled and content after one of her workshops ! I highly recommend her services !

This was my first Reiki session and I was absolutely amazed. Sara is a very kind and knowledgable…read moresoul. I received the crystal therapy and felt balanced and very at peace after my session! I'm looking forward to another appointment with her!