I look at the body as a whole living breathing unit, and I treat the entire human living inside.
If you're looking for a dedicated but breezy girl from the South side of Chicago, then you've found the right Annie. I've been moving and learning my whole life, always trying on new hats and collecting skills I think might make the world a more balanced place. Now, more than ever, I am dedicated to enhancing quality of living through bodywork and movement.
My background in dance and creative motion opens up possibilities for more functional living in my clients. The feeling of gratitude when I am able to share my knowledge and facilitate positive change in my clients is priceless.
I am both a practicing therapist and a teacher of massage. My specialties include Deep Tissue, Neuromuscular The...
I look at the body as a whole living breathing unit, and I treat the entire human living inside.
If you're looking for a dedicated but breezy girl from the South side of Chicago, then you've found the right Annie. I've been moving and learning my whole life, always trying on new hats and collecting skills I think might make the world a more balanced place. Now, more than ever, I am dedicated to enhancing quality of living through bodywork and movement.
My background in dance and creative motion opens up possibilities for more functional living in my clients. The feeling of gratitude when I am able to share my knowledge and facilitate positive change in my clients is priceless.
I am both a practicing therapist and a teacher of massage. My specialties include Deep Tissue, Neuromuscular Therapy, Swedish and Myofascial Techniques. I am positive we can find the right modality for you.
Be sure to book your appointment today so we can get started!
So many massages I've had in my life, from so many people in so many countries. Annie's the best. Full stop.
Annie is great at her job! She is professional, skilled and very kind. I would recommend her to anyone and everyone. I appreciate her immensely
Annie is the most skilled Massage Therapist I have ever used. I have several problem areas which needs special attention, which she is able to help.
Annie really listened as I was explaining my discomfort. She took her time and was very thorough in finding the exact site of my discomfort and from there she was able to focus on that area. The atmosphere was calming and restful and I never felt any discomfort as she was working. I would highly recommend Annie!
Annie is a gift you give to yourself. She is in tune to what a body needs for healing and her knowledge base is superb. Highly recommend Miss Annie!
Very good experience and would highly recommend Annie
Unbelievable communication and effective
Annie is amazing.
A warm inviting environment
Annie presents herself with professionalism and concern for your needs. A skilled therapist who’s focus is on you. Highly recommended
So many massages I've had in my life, from so many people in so many countries. Annie's the best. Full stop.
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Lori
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Jul 26
Annie is great at her job! She is professional, skilled and very kind. I would recommend her to anyone and everyone. I appreciate her immensely
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Anonymous
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Jun 03
Annie is the most skilled Massage Therapist I have ever used. I have several problem areas which needs special attention, which she is able to help.
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Linda
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Mar 31
Annie really listened as I was explaining my discomfort. She took her time and was very thorough in finding the exact site of my discomfort and from there she was able to focus on that area. The atmosphere was calming and restful and I never felt any discomfort as she was working. I would highly recommend Annie!
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Deann
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Mar 11
Annie is a gift you give to yourself. She is in tune to what a body needs for healing and her knowledge base is superb. Highly recommend Miss Annie!
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Anonymous
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Feb 20
Very good experience and would highly recommend Annie
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Greg
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Feb 02
Unbelievable communication and effective
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Anonymous
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Oct 28
Annie is amazing.
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Sue
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Oct 18
A warm inviting environment
Annie presents herself with professionalism and concern for your needs. A skilled therapist who’s focus is on you. Highly recommended
So many massages I've had in my life, from so many people in so many countries. Annie's the best. Full stop.
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Lori
on
Jul 2023
Verified
Service Received: 30 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Annie is great at her job! She is professional, skilled and very kind. I would recommend her to anyone and everyone. I appreciate her immensely
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Anonymous
on
Jun 2023
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Annie is the most skilled Massage Therapist I have ever used. I have several problem areas which needs special attention, which she is able to help.
by
Linda
on
Mar 2023
Verified
Service Received: 30 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Annie really listened as I was explaining my discomfort. She took her time and was very thorough in finding the exact site of my discomfort and from there she was able to focus on that area. The atmosphere was calming and restful and I never felt any discomfort as she was working. I would highly recommend Annie!
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Deann
on
Mar 2023
Verified
Service Received: 90 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Annie is a gift you give to yourself. She is in tune to what a body needs for healing and her knowledge base is superb. Highly recommend Miss Annie!
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Anonymous
on
Feb 2023
Verified
Service Received: 3 60min Sessions with Annie P.
Very good experience and would highly recommend Annie
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Greg
on
Feb 2023
Verified
Service Received: 90 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Unbelievable communication and effective
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Anonymous
on
Oct 2022
Verified
Service Received: 6 60min Sessions with Annie P.
Annie is amazing.
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Sue
on
Oct 2022
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
A warm inviting environment
Annie presents herself with professionalism and concern for your needs. A skilled therapist who’s focus is on you. Highly recommended
by
Anonymous
on
Oct 2022
Verified
Service Received: 90 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Book the next available opening, simply the best.
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Anonymous
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Apr 2022
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
She's got amazing hands that find all the knots and work them out.
by
Melanie
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Apr 2022
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Annie is fabulous- one of the most therapeutic massages I’ve had! She knows what she is doing. She’s incredibly professional!
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Erin
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Mar 2022
Verified
Service Received: 90 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Annie is truly amazing. Her ability to relax and soothe me, in addition to her artistry at loosening my muscles, is far superior to any other massage I have received.
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Anonymous
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Feb 2022
Verified
Service Received: 90 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Annie provides her services in an accommodating manner that, without question, her skills and expertise are the most tailored to each individual with high integrity to meet your expectations. She respectfully matches energy and provides a space that allows you to feel comfortable and honest from the moment you book your appointment until you've walked out the door feeling rejuvenated.
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Bruce
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Feb 2022
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Annie really listened when I described my problems and did a good job working to resolve them.
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Anonymous
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Dec 2021
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Annie is the best in Ames!
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Anonymous
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Dec 2021
Verified
Service Received: 3 60min Sessions with Annie P.
Annie is very good at finding sore and knotted muscles. She then works on the specific muscles until they release some of the soreness and tension that has built up. Very good experience and highly recommend her work.
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Anonymous
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Nov 2021
Verified
Service Received: 3 30min Sessions with Annie P.
Annie is a miracle-worker! She knows exactly where to focus, and I leave feeling so much relief in my neck.
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Sandi
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Oct 2021
Verified
Service Received: 30 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Loved every minute of it, just need to book a longer one next time, thank you a bunch
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Sue
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Sep 2021
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Comfortable, professional with excellent focus on your needs.
Wouldn’t hesitate to refer her to anyone.
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Anonymous
on
Jun 2021
Verified
Service Received: Massage for a Year! (12 sessions) with Annie P.
Annie is just amazing at what she does! She has helped me feel so much better and would recommend her to anyone!
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Julie
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Apr 2021
Verified
Service Received: 60min Pregnancy Massage with Annie P.
Worth the wait!
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Melissa
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Apr 2021
Verified
Service Received: 60min Pregnancy Massage with Annie P.
Annie was beyond my expectations! I signed up for a pregnancy massage and she delivered a wonderful experience. The room was properly cleaned and prepared for me, she used safe practice and had us wear a mask, and I felt so very comfortable. She explained everything as it was new to me due to my pregnancy. I would highly suggest to anyone to go to Annie. You will feel so refreshed and relaxed after your visit!
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Madison
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Apr 2021
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
I would tell a friend that it was very relaxing and worth scheduling with Annie!
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Kim
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Mar 2021
Verified
Service Received: Six 30-min Sessions with Annie P.
She intuitively knows all the right spots, it seems. I've never found a therapist that I return to, but Annie is worth the return, time and time again. <3
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Kara
on
Mar 2021
Verified
Service Received: 90 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Always an excellent experience, can't recommend Annie Pelka Massage more highly!
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Kim
on
Mar 2021
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Wonderful experience! Annie treats the issues and provides much needed relief! Highly recommend!!
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Anonymous
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Feb 2021
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Excellent massage therapist - professional, skilled. Listens and wants to help you feel your best! This aging athlete will continue to go back.
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Anonymous
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Jan 2021
Verified
Service Received: 90 Minute Massage with Annie P.
She gave a nice massage but there was
So much anxiety about COVID that it really took away from my relaxation and enjoyment of the experience.
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David
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Jan 2021
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Annie P.
First appointment with Annie and it was a great experience. She made me feel comfortable, we talked about my goals for massage, and she is working with me toward achieving them.
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Anonymous
on
Jan 2021
Verified
Service Received: Massage for a Year! (12 sessions) with Annie P.
Annie did a great MFR massage.
Matt K
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Amy
on
Jan 2021
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Annie is always awesome!
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Ivana
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Jan 2021
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
An overall amazing experience!
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Anonymous
on
Nov 2020
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
I had a very good experience with Annie for only being my second time getting a massage. She was very professional and kept asking questions to get a better feel of what i needed and what body parts needed more work than others. I would highly recommend her to anyone else.
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Ron
on
Oct 2020
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
I love how Annie make sure she is using the proper pressure to get the massage you need and expect. Thank you for the best massage ever.
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Jenny
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Sep 2020
Verified
Service Received: Massage for a Year! (12 sessions) with Annie P.
Annie is the best hands down. I look forward to my appointment each month!
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Kevin
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Aug 2020
Verified
Service Received: 6 Sessions for Success (6 Sessions) with Annie P.
Everything was wonderful, a very peaceful and relaxing setting, very skilled therapist that helps relax overworked muscles, she is very good at finding the "troubled" spots and making them go away. Visits to Annie will become a regular occurance. This is coming from a Plumber, someone who is constantly moving and lifting heavy objects, getting in awkward spots and positions . Doing many things my aging body shouldn't do anymore.
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Anonymous
on
Mar 2020
Verified
Service Received: Massage for a Year! (12 sessions) with Annie P.
Outstanding, easily the best massage I've ever received. Will be visiting regularly.
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Anonymous
on
Mar 2020
Verified
Service Received: Massage for a Year! (12 sessions) with Annie P.
Annie always makes my experience specific to my needs that day and how my body feels.
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Kim
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Mar 2020
Verified
Service Received: Six 30-min Sessions with Annie P.
Annie seems to know exactly how to find my tightest knots. Other therapists I've had seem to need guidance, but Annie's hands just intuitively find the best areas to work. I think she's magical.
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Anonymous
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Mar 2020
Verified
Service Received: 30 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Very, very pleased with every aspect. Appreciated Annie's focus on my specific problems, and I am going back in a week to enjoy her expertise and work again on my physical issues.
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Melissa
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Feb 2020
Verified
Service Received: 30 Minute Massage with Annie P.
This was such an amazing experience. I plan to go to Annie on a regular schedule from now on. She was so kind, helpful, and very knowledgeable! I am so happy that we made the decision to start going to Annie!
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Prateek
on
Jan 2020
Verified
Service Received: 30 Minute Massage with Annie P.
I appreciate the care and talking me through everything, thank you very much
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Anonymous
on
Oct 2019
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Awesome, consistently provides excellent service!
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Anonymous
on
Oct 2019
Verified
Service Received: 90 Minute Massage with Annie P.
She always knows how to read what my muscles need
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Linda
on
Sep 2019
Verified
Service Received: 90 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Annie always makes sure to ask each time if there is anything new happening that needs to be worked on. She is very concerned about using the right pressure which is important to me. I’ve had massage most of my life. Really good massages are not that easy to find. She is wonderful!
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Jenny
on
Sep 2019
Verified
Service Received: 90 Minute Massage with Annie P.
I love Annie! She listens to my needs and pairs that with her knowledge of the body to make each massage personalized. She asks questions and keeps open communication during the massage to make sure pressure and problems areas are addressed in a way I'm comfortable. I also like that she works on deep tissue, facia , and stretching. I would recommend everyone to see her.
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Erin
on
Aug 2019
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Amazing work! I will be going back.
by
Amy
on
Jul 2019
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Annie is very calming and really listens to what you need. She also plays really good music!
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Teresa
on
Apr 2019
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Absolutely wonderful knowledgeable massage therapist. I can’t say enough good things about Annie. With my last massage and as they always are my experience was amazing. Every session she’s interested in knowing what I feel needs to be worked on & will focus on those spots. Yet still thorough enough that she always finds things I wasn’t aware needed worked on. When she does this she’s flexible in her plan & still touches on those spots too. Wonderful set up & I really enjoy the music that she plays!
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Anonymous
on
Apr 2019
Verified
Service Received: Massage for a Year! (12 sessions) with Annie P.
Annie is incredible.
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Katie
on
Apr 2019
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Experience was great for a first time massage. She made me feel comfortable and really focused on my areas of pain. I had slept better lay night than I have in weeks.
by
Sonia
on
Mar 2019
Verified
Service Received: 90 Minute Massage with Annie P.
It was amazing
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Kim
on
Feb 2019
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
I liked everything! Annie is very skilled, and the music is good too.
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Anonymous
on
Feb 2019
Verified
Service Received: Massage for a Year! (12 sessions) with Annie P.
Exceptionally skilled therapist.
by
Ron
on
Feb 2019
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Always amazed at what a great massage Annie gives.
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Anonymous
on
Feb 2019
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Very strong for such a small built person! Loved everything about it.
by
Anonymous
on
Dec 2018
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
I have had a lot of massage therapists in the past, but Annie is hands down the best one I've had! The entire experience with Annie is outstanding, I can't recommend her enough.
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Marcia
on
Oct 2018
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Annie was very intentional and it’s the location and pressure. She communicated with me so we both had an idea of what the goals were. I made my next apppointment before I left!
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Dean
on
Oct 2018
Verified
Service Received: 6 Sessions for Success (6 Sessions) with Annie P.
Went in to target a hip irritation need and upper back and shoulder mobility side affects from herniated cervical disks. My hip immediately felt better and still does a week later ! The muscular back tightness and shoulder mobility were improved following the appointment. This is the 2nd time I've seen Annie and would highly recommend her for her professionalism and outcomes I've experienced from my 2 appointments.
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Anonymous
on
Oct 2018
Verified
Service Received: 1 Year Monthly Membership with Annie P.
Great communication with clients to ensure needs are met during the maasage.
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Anonymous
on
Sep 2018
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Every time I go visit Annie I always leave feeling great! She is so kind and very skilled at what she does.
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Deann
on
Sep 2018
Verified
Service Received: 90 Minute Massage with Annie P.
I highly recommend Annie if you are seeking a massage therapist!
I recieved a 90 minute massage from Annie that was everything I hoped it to be and more. Annie listened to my words before we started and made sure she addressed all of the areas I spoke of and even found problematic areas I didn't even realize were there...but they were.
The massage room is beautiful, warm and comforting. The use of warm heating pads and towels at different times added a special care to my treatment. The entire massage facility is calming and beautiful.
Easy location to find with both metered parking directly in front of business and free parking just a half block away.
Give yourself a 60 or 90 minute massage with Annie...you'll thank yourself that you did.
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Linda
on
Sep 2018
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Annie is terrific. She listens closely to you before starting and works on the areas with the exact pressure you request. I have been coming to her for quite some time and she and I have been working on some chronic issues which have helped me live a better quality life
by
Autumn
on
Sep 2018
Verified
Service Received: 30 Minute Massage with Annie P.
Annie is a great massage therapist! Skilled and professional. Loved my experience with her!
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Kat
on
Jun 2018
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
My most recent trip to see Ms. Pelka was absolutely stellar. I would say she has magical hands, but that would not do her justice. So instead, I will say that her extensive knowledge of how the body works, the muscular system, and how to treat the whole person was impressive. She addressed my specific issue expertly and I will not hesitate to use her again. I give her my full recommendation!
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Laura
on
Dec 2017
Verified
Service Received: 1 Year Monthly Membership with Annie P.
I can hardly say enough good about Annie. She is incredibly easy to work with, accommodating and friendly but most importantly she is a fantastic massage therapist. Most therapists have a set routine they do each massage, maybe just focusing on a problem spot a few extra minutes. Annie will do whatever is most needed on a given day. I'm sure she would do a great whole body massage but she is amazing at focusing on problem areas, which is what she does for me. She seems to be the most educated and engaged therapist I've ever worked with. I can't recommend her highly enough.
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Anonymous
on
Nov 2017
Verified
Service Received: 60 Minute Massage with Annie P.
It was a wonderful experience!! Annie not only helped me feel more relaxed that night, she also gave me some tips and stretches to help prevent some of my shoulder tension in the future. Definitely going to recommend this place!