Massage in Santa Barbara

“I don’t often treat myself to massages of this quality, and honestly, it’s usually outside of what I’d normally spend. That said, Brent’s work is truly something special and worth every penny.

I’ve had many massages over the years, and Brent provides some of the best bodywork I’ve ever had. Our session was about 2 hours and beyond just his skill and understanding of massage, he weaves in other elements that make the session feel like much more like an experience than just your run of the mill massage.

He incorporated cupping, aromatherapy, singing bowls, and other techniques that made it feel like i was getting a full body detail .

He’s calm, intentional, grounded, and doesn’t force conversation. He seems very attuned whether you want to chat or simply relax and enjoy the work.

I left feeling deeply relaxed, restored, and genuinely cared for. If you’re looking to spoil yourself and invest in your well being, I can confidently say Brent’s work is worth it. I plan on coming back for more.“

“Dr Brandon Johnson and staff are absolutely fantastic. I’ve had adductor and knee issues for years. He was able to diagnose and target the problem immediately with a great game plan of treatment that helped immensely. Thank you guys so much!!“

“Honestly one of the best massage therapy sessions I’ve ever had. Andrea was amazing; super thorough. She took the time to feel where my tightness and pain points were. I feel much lighter and more balanced now. I will be back. Thanks Andrea!“

“Carlie is by are the best massage therapist I have ever been to! Believe me, I’ve been to a lot. She brought me relief at a time when I was going through a lot emotionally. I don’t live in Santa Barbara was just visiting. I wish I could fly back weekly to have treatments from her.“

“I received a deep tissue massage from Sandra, who is an incredible therapist. My entire spa experience, from start to finish, was perfect!!“

“My 1st time at Massage Envy Oxnard was enchanting. While waiting for my appointment (was early) I enjoyed the Tranquility lounge & was treated with a warmed Lavender neck wrapped that enabled me to Let Go which is a challenge.

Ms. Bowen was attentive to what I thought I wanted and showed me what was better in her massage technique! Excellent experience, I highly recommend her skill set. Many thanks to all. See you soon!“

“I love this place! Have tried so many different places in the area and this is by far my favorite. I have been referring so many people for Nita! I’m sure the others there are just as good tho! Everyone there is super friendly, the rooms are very clean, and never had an issue with noise. It was a little harder for me to find at first. I went to another place close by and they pointed me in the right direction.“

“I’ve had bodywork done by a lot of different massage therapists over the years, and Colin is on another level.

From my very first appointment, he was able to identify the root cause of my pain and movement issues with incredible accuracy. After being misdiagnosed by several different professionals and feeling hopeless for a long time, it was honestly a huge relief to finally work with someone who truly understood what was going on.

The progress we’ve made in such a short amount of time has been nothing short of shocking. My recovery has accelerated far beyond what I thought was possible, and for the first time in a long time, I feel confident that my body is moving in the right direction.

As an athlete, it’s easy to lose hope when you’re constantly dealing with pain and setbacks. Colin not only has exceptional technical knowledge, but he also takes the time to explain what’s happening, why it hurts, and how we’re going to fix it. That confidence and expertise have made all the difference.

I still have a long road ahead, but for the first time in a long time, I genuinely believe things can and will continue to improve. I’m incredibly grateful for Colin’s expertise and would recommend him without hesitation to anyone dealing with pain, injuries, or movement issues.“

“I have been to many orthopedic massage therapist for chronic pain and Paul's unique techniques definitely stand out. He was instrumental in helping me out of several chronic pain issues, and with daily PT, i am now pain free. I am grateful for the times that he went out of his way to accommodate me in his busy schedule. I highly recommend Paul!“

“Love coming to this spot. Massages are always consistent and the ladies really know what they’re doing. All the staff is super amazing and kind. 10/10 spot to get your massages ❤️❤️!!“

“I came in with pretty bad sciatic pain, and I was pleasantly surprised by how I felt when I walked out. Mimi is highly recommended, looking forward to next time.“

“Nicola truly understands how to heal your body. He is not a resort masseuse, but a therapist who provides relief and assistance in injury recovery. He is professional, easy to speak with, and intuitive. He has my highest recommendation.“

“had the most grounding and restorative massage with Eric at Flow Yoga & Wellness, and I can honestly say it was exactly what my body and nervous system needed. Eric has such a calm, steady presence t“

“I’m visiting from out of town and was feeling incredibly sore and tight. I booked a traditional Thai massage at NOKs, and they delivered exactly what I needed. I left feeling much lighter and significantly more mobile. Highly recommend their services if you’re looking for genuine, expert bodywork.“

“I booked a facial with Sharon, and I left feeling like I found my go-to facial/brow/lash person in Santa Barbara! My face feels great, my brows look amazing, very reasonably priced in Santa Barbara. Don't miss out!!“

“The Goodland Chiropractic team has literally helped me from head to toe! I originally sought help from Dr. Justine Bellefeuille because neck/shoulder pain was making it hard to sleep. Dr. Justine's adjustments fixed me up and her recommendation for a more suitable pillow has been a long term solution to my issue. Since then, Dr. J has also provided relief from wrist pain, lower back pain, and even long term foot pain, which has enabled me to start running again.

Myofascial massage was new to me, but Sophie and Alyssa have provided additional relief when I tried that out.

My weight training and flexibility routines have been enhanced and fine tuned through Dr. Justine's personalized Functional Movement Training. My senior workouts feel more productive now.

When my long term chiropractor left town, I dreaded searching for a new doctor, but I'm really happy I found Goodland. I always leave the clinic with a smile because I feel better, thanks to pain relief and compassionate interactions with Dr. Justine and her staff.“

“I tried massage with Ani and it was very beautiful experience. My body felt super relaxed and really better. I will definitely come back and recommend !“

“Roger is incredibly skilled! This is the massage to get if your body actually needs work and healing, he is precise in what he focuses on for your specific body. My jaw stopped clicking for the first time in years.. hallelujah 💙“

“I don't normally visit walk-in massage places, and I was pleasantly surprised. The painful strain in my neck went away after the deep tissue massage. I highly recommend.“

“Perfect sports massage- got into all small and low back muscles, IT bands, and traps in ways I can’t roll out myself. Strong and relaxing. Thank you Leo!“

“When I first began classes at SBBTI, I had no idea how much my life would change, and for the better. I really did not understand how much pain I was in, both physically and mentally, and how much relief from pain in all aspects was possible, and even easy to achieve, using the tried and true methods and principles that I learned during my 1,000 program there. In short, my entire body was in pain nearly all the time, every joint from my neck down to my ankles and everywhere in between, and especially both shoulders were constantly in pain, and lacking mobility when I began classes. Using what I learned, I was able to begin a process of pain-relief that, over a period of a few years, helped me to become 100% pain-free, with full mobility in all joints of my body, and with the corresponding mental health to go with the physical ease. For these reasons alone, SBBTI was worth every penny, and if I had the chance and availability to retake all the classes, I would do it simply because they were all so enjoyable. But, the personal pain-relief and realization of greater health across the board was not the only benefit of going to SBBTI.

In addition to feeling and performing better, looking younger, and likely living a longer life with a greater health-span, I found my career vocation and true calling, and became armed with essential wisdom and knowledge that I am able to impart to others to help them resolve their chronic symptoms as a Holistic Health Practitioner and Medical Qi Gong Practitioner, and even help others reduce their acute symptoms using the bodywork methods I learned hands-on at SBBTI. In this capacity, I have been fully-employed for the past 8+ years and worked with over 500 individuals and helped them to resolve many dozens of different symptoms to health using what I learned from Katie Mickey and the other great teachers there. Joint pains, migraines, irritable bowels, insomnia, brain fog, chronic fatigue syndrome, and countless other symptoms are now manageable for me personally, and for the people I work with in my practice, and all using bodywork and what can be called energy work, but are actually very straightforward practices that are easy to understand and repeat. I learned how to assess my own health and the health of others without needing any technology, but by using my own senses and knowing what to look and listen for, which is very empowering. And, rather than requiring products to prevent and treat symptoms like the ones I mentioned, I am able to use the body itself, including the breathing, posture, mindset, movement and dietary input patterns to change from within, addressing the many root factors that combine to create our experience, helping to create lasting and wide-ranging positive changes in those with whom I work, and myself as well.

I could go on and on about the benefits of attending even just one single class at SBBTI, let alone the full 1,000 program like I was fortunate to attend. But, the best way for you to understand is to just go for yourself, maybe starting with just one class, or even receiving a session of bodywork from one of their student clinics that are hosted each week. Whatever you do, if you are in Santa Barbara as a long-term resident or just a short-term visitor, I cannot recommend SBBTI highly enough both as a massage therapy school that can change your life positively for the long-term, or as a recipient of bodywork from one of their students in a clinic, which will help you acutely to feel much better right now. Additionally, when you go to SBBTI, you support a hyper-local business that is owned and operated by a woman who should be an icon of holistic health and wellness, and who employs many other great people and practitioners who teach their many forms of tried and true healing wisdom. Every moment spent there is a blessing that will resonate for your benefit for the rest of your life, and even for those around you. Check it out. You will be so grateful that you did.“

“I tore my achilles and had several months of clinical PT post surgery massages before finding Sarah. She blew everything else out of the water with her depth of expertise of tissue repair and all post surgery rehab for tendons. I saw her weekly for about 8 or 9 months and was back to playing soccer 2 months early and have my speed and skill back like nothing ever happened. I'm extremely grateful to have found her!“

“Had a wonderful facial with Pamela. Super relaxing and rejuvenating activity with friends. Would highly recommend and would book again!“

“Each time I get massaged (without exception), my body is more limber, circulation is better and I have a sense of well being that I did not come in the door with. Scott is professional, friendly, strong! and makes a difference in how I feel every time.“

“I have been seeing Vishal for shoulder pain and back tension. He's excellent at identifying pain spots in the body that are not within my immediate awareness. And while he does address symptoms, he's ensures that he treats all of you: spiritually, emotionally, mentally, and physically. Ultimately, I feel loads better!“