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Highly skilled and experienced North Carolina Licensed Massage Therapists and Bodyworkers, available by appointment only.
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Lighten Up Massage & Bodywork

47 Orange St.

Asheville , NC 28801 map it

License: #NC Lmbt #5518

Hours of Operation

M By Appointment Only
T By Appointment Only
W By Appointment Only
Th By Appointment Only
F By Appointment Only
Sa By Appointment Only
S By Appointment Only

Client Testimonials

Here's what our clients are saying


  • Jessie is absolutely amazing, she immediately put me at ease. The room was comfortable, there were the most lovely essential oils (optional), I was also amazed at how the room and the massage table was the perfect temperature! Jessie is a great listener and puts so much intentionality behind her work! P.s. don’t miss out on the hot rocks! Worth the hype!

    It was very professionally done. Jessie provided great help in aiding my condition. The massage was relaxing and healing.

  • Super awesome massage, best ever in the history of the time and space.

    The space is very warm and welcoming. It makes it very easy to relax and focus on healing and improving.

  • I was very pleased with the services I received. I have already recommended Johnny to others.

    Very knowledgeable and professional

  • Jessie is the best! She is a very professional and knowledgeable masseuse who definitely has a gift in the field of massage therapy.

    An Intuitive , strong and gentle at the same time .healer and . way beyond my expectations

  • The quality of my life has improved significantly as a result of having massages. I move better and without pain. I am given exercise suggestions to help me stay on track unlearning bad habits in my posture…and posture is a key to the system working well. It is a multi-sensory and multi-technique experience. Yesterday, eight hours after my massage, I noticed I felt lighthearted and younger! Every massage is different and focuses on what I need that day.

    Nice environment, focused on my specific issues and attentive to concerns. Results were good, as much as could be expected realistically.

Customized Massage Session

$115
60min
$150
90min

Hot Stone Massage

$145
60min
$175
90min
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Six 90 minute Customized Massage Session Package

$750
90min.
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Twelve 90 minute Customized Massage Session Package

$1500
90min.
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Six 60 minute Customized Massage Session Package

$660
60min.
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Twelve 60 minute Customized Massage Session Package

$1320
60min.
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Special 20% Off 1st Time Booking with Jessie

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Outcall (Limited Availability)

$250
90min
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Annebritt B.

License: NC #5518

51 Verified Reviews

Outcall (Limited Availability)

$250
90min
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by Suzanne on Mar 09
Anna pays attention to what I have to say and my changing needs from visit to visit. Whether I need to zone out and relax or I need intense bodywork, Anna is always up to the challenge! She has the knowledge and skills to get my body back into a state of balance.
by Liz on Jan 23
Annebritt paid attention to my particular issues and addressed them.
by Anonymous on Jan 07
Simply the best massage therapist EVER--such has been my experience for over two years now!
by Mary on Dec 09
She listened deeply to my emotions as well as my body and shared encouraging perspectives regarding an upcoming medical screening. She said positive things about how my body responded to the elements of the massage.
by Stacy on Nov 11
She is a wonderful therapist. I would highly recommend you get yourself on her books and stay there!
by Anonymous on Oct 10
Annebritt is the most skilled and knowledgeable therapist I have ever experienced. In addition to a fantastic massage, she is continually educating me to improve my posture and body movements.
by Anonymous on Oct 07
she is wonderfully attuned to your body"s movements and functions, she is a master she is a healer
by Anonymous on Sep 27
Very knowledgeable
by Simon on Sep 26
Absolutely everything was beyond comparison.
by Susan on Sep 18
I would tell my friends that Annebritt is truly amazing as her breadth of knowledge is astounding. She is a consummate professional! There is no doubt that she will change my life. AND she makes me laugh :)

Jessie I.

License: NC #20559

13 Verified Reviews

Customized Massage Session

$115
60min
$150
90min

Hot Stone Massage

$145
60min
$175
90min
Select

Special Offers

Six 90 minute Customized Massage Session Package

$750
90min.
Select

Twelve 90 minute Customized Massage Session Package

$1500
90min.
Select

Six 60 minute Customized Massage Session Package

$660
60min.
Select

Twelve 60 minute Customized Massage Session Package

$1320
60min.
Select

Outcall (Limited Availability)

$250
90min
Select
by Anonymous on Mar 15
Jessie is absolutely amazing, she immediately put me at ease. The room was comfortable, there were the most lovely essential oils (optional), I was also amazed at how the room and the massage table was the perfect temperature! Jessie is a great listener and puts so much intentionality behind her work! P.s. don’t miss out on the hot rocks! Worth the hype!
by Anonymous on Mar 05
She was very informative, warm And kind.
by Brendan on Feb 22
She will fix your broken Humpty Dumpty body.
by Anonymous on Feb 15
Jessie is a phenomenal therapist! She is very attentive and genuinely wants to help your body heal. She has a very soothing presence and is very dedicated to her craft. I would happily recommend her to everyone!
by Nicholas on Jan 26
She taught me how to perform massage on myself to help further my healing process faster.
by Lynn on Jan 20
Best read of my body in a long time. She could tell what would work best to alleviate my issues and executed them with passion and compassion.
by Anonymous on Jan 17
Jessie has great people skills and thoroughly discusses the tools and techniques she uses. She is an excellent massage therapist who I highly recommend.
by Anonymous on Nov 20
Very attentive to issues posed.
by Renee on Nov 14
I appreciated everything Jessie did. Love her techniques her checking in with me for comfort levels, and can feel her sweetness and dedication to her profession. I highly recommend Jessie and will schedule again.
by Phillip on Nov 02
Jessie was fantastic! She demonstrates extensive knowledge and skill in helping you become more flexible and relaxed.

Average Rating:

4.9 (Based on 52 Reviews)

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Ambiance
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Professionalism
by Anonymous on Mar 2023
Verified
Service Received: Hot Stone Massage with Jessie I.
Jessie is absolutely amazing, she immediately put me at ease. The room was comfortable, there were the most lovely essential oils (optional), I was also amazed at how the room and the massage table was the perfect temperature! Jessie is a great listener and puts so much intentionality behind her work! P.s. don’t miss out on the hot rocks! Worth the hype!
by Anonymous on Mar 2023
Verified
Service Received: Customized Massage Session with Jessie I.
It was very professionally done. Jessie provided great help in aiding my condition. The massage was relaxing and healing.
by Brendan on Feb 2023
Verified
Service Received: Customized Massage Session with Jessie I.
Super awesome massage, best ever in the history of the time and space.
by Anonymous on Feb 2023
Verified
Service Received: Customized Massage Session with Jessie I.
The space is very warm and welcoming. It makes it very easy to relax and focus on healing and improving.
by Elaine on Jan 2023
Verified
Service Received: Customized Massage Session with Johnny C.
I was very pleased with the services I received. I have already recommended Johnny to others.
by Nicholas on Jan 2023
Verified
Service Received: Customized Massage Session with Jessie I.
Very knowledgeable and professional
by Anonymous on Jan 2023
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Jessie I.
Jessie is the best! She is a very professional and knowledgeable masseuse who definitely has a gift in the field of massage therapy.
by Dana on Jan 2023
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Johnny C.
An Intuitive , strong and gentle at the same time .healer and . way beyond my expectations
by Mary on Dec 2022
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Annebritt B.
The quality of my life has improved significantly as a result of having massages. I move better and without pain. I am given exercise suggestions to help me stay on track unlearning bad habits in my posture…and posture is a key to the system working well. It is a multi-sensory and multi-technique experience. Yesterday, eight hours after my massage, I noticed I felt lighthearted and younger! Every massage is different and focuses on what I need that day.
by Anonymous on Nov 2022
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Jessie I.
Nice environment, focused on my specific issues and attentive to concerns. Results were good, as much as could be expected realistically.
by Stacy on Nov 2022
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Annebritt B.
Annebritt is always attentive. She listens to everything you say. She also knows how to listen to what your body is saying. Very intuitive. She is magic!
by Phillip on Nov 2022
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Jessie I.
Excellent overall experience, but the pricing is a little on the high side.
by Eric on Nov 2022
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Johnny C.
Nice atmosphere. Good location.
by Anonymous on Oct 2022
Verified
Service Received: Deep Tissue & Sports- Mixed Modality with Annebritt B.
Lighten Up Massage & Bodywork offers QUALITY massages vs. "buff and fluff" massages.
by Elizabeth on Oct 2022
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Jessie I.
Jessie was wonderful - she really helped several problems I was having with my shoulder and back and the massage was so relaxing!

Business response:

Thank you for taking the time to share your review and we appreciate you choosing Jessie as your therapist!

by Kathy on Oct 2022
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Jessie I.
Very good experience.

Business response:

Thank you!

by Simon on Sep 2022
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Annebritt B.
At least twice as god as any other bodyworker I've tried. Being a bodyworker myself I've tried a lot.
by Joe on Sep 2022
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Annebritt B.
This was a great structural massage that finished with improved range of motion and a big increase in blood flow. Highly recommended.
by Kendra on Aug 2022
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Johnny C.
Great location!
by Lori on Aug 2022
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Johnny C.
This was an amazing experience.
by Shanti on Jul 2022
Verified
Service Received: Six 90 minute Customized Massage Session Package w/ Johnny with Johnny C.
Wonderful session that freed up so many areas.
by Anonymous on Jun 2022
Verified
Service Received: Customized Massage Session with Johnny C.
The location on Orange St in Asheville is convenient. The building is pleasant and quiet, nice ambiance. The room is furnished nicely, comfortable massage table and a machine that purifies the air. Very clean, professional.
by Rebecca on May 2022
Verified
Service Received: Outcall (Limited Availability) with Johnny C.
Yes I would recommend him.
by Anonymous on May 2022
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Annebritt B.
Anna is a gift to all her clients.
by Leslie on May 2022
Verified
Service Received: Customized Massage Session with Johnny C.
Location is convenient, quiet, relaxing. I am very impressed with their staff.
by Sarah on Apr 2022
Verified
Service Received: Customized Massage Session by Johnny or Lauren with Lauren P.
Great people
by Kim on Apr 2022
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Annebritt B.
Definitely some of the more exquisite, helpful, and deeply effective bodywork I've had in a long time.
by Jean on Mar 2022
Verified
Service Received: Customized Massage Session by Johnny or Lauren with Lauren P.
Lauren is sensitive, respectful and responsive to my issues. She was able to address my problem areas effectively
by Anonymous on Feb 2022
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Lauren P.
Great atmosphere and location close to but not right in the congested part of downtown with available parking. Very relaxing and professional, but not corporate spa at all thankfully! The whole Victorian era building is filled with massage offices so it is a really cozy space. I have received work from all the therapists on staff at Lighten Up and they are ALL excellent!
by Anonymous on Feb 2022
Verified
Service Received: Customized Massage Session by Johnny or Lauren with Johnny C.
Yes
by Mary on Jan 2022
Verified
Service Received: Customized Massage Session by Johnny or Lauren with Johnny C.
Comfortable and inviting environment.
by Tammy on Dec 2021
Verified
Service Received: Deep Tissue & Sports- Mixed Modality with Johnny C.
Coming to the massage room immediately makes me feel relaxed. The lighting, music and scents always put me at ease.
by Mary Lynn on Nov 2021
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Lauren P.
Awesome! Definitely recommended
by Mary on Jun 2021
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Annebritt B.
Tranquil & comforting environment.

Business response:

Thank you Mary!

by Anonymous on Jun 2021
Verified
Service Received: Deep Tissue & Sports- Mixed Modality with Caroline A.
I feel disappointed with my experience.

Business response:

This is Anna, the owner of LUMB. Thank you for your feedback, which is very valuable to us. Please get in touch with me immediately so I can make this right for you.

by Cassia on Apr 2021
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Annebritt B.
Beautiful facility!

Business response:

Thank you Cassia!

by Mary on Apr 2021
Verified
Service Received: Six 60 minute Deep Tissue/Sports massage session package with Annebritt B.
I felt wonderful afterwards because my body was correctly aligned during the massage. Anna’s knowledge and skills are phenomenal!
by Donna on Feb 2021
Verified
Service Received: Six 90 minute Deep Tissue/Sports massage session package with Annebritt B.
I highly recommend Annebritt to anyone seeking to restore optimal body alignment and posture, alleviate body aches and pains, and release myo-facial tension. Annebritt is definitely not your average "massage therapist". Her vast knowledge of how the body functions, moves and integrates as a system is unsurpassed. She is brilliant at listening and observing what each individual client is in need of in order to work towards wellness.
by Christina on Feb 2021
Verified
Service Received: Deep Tissue & Sports- Mixed Modality with Annebritt B.
I would tell a friend that Annebritt is a a bright and talented therapist. Specifically, I would say that she is someone you can schedule for a luxurious "treat" massage or someone that you can schedule if you need advice and treatment for a muscle problem or injury. I have visited her for both types of treatment and will happily visit again.
by Linda on Feb 2021
Verified
Service Received: Deep Tissue & Sports- Mixed Modality with Annebritt B.
Anna listens and remembers and works with where I am and does wonders!
by Rick on Jan 2021
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Annebritt B.
After working with Anne, I was became very optimistic to significantly reduce all the tension in my neck, upper back and shoulders.
by Anonymous on Jan 2021
Verified
Service Received: Six 90 minute Deep Tissue/Sports massage session package with Annebritt B.
Every precaution taken for the current situation, very professional, excellent skills and knowledge.
by Rebecca on Dec 2020
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Annebritt B.
Anna is great and brings all her gifts to my health improvement.
by Jim on Nov 2020
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Annebritt B.
Best massage ever!!!!
by Bucky on Nov 2020
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Annebritt B.
The best massage therapy I've ever experienced. Annebritt works through your individual issues with professionalism and acute attention to detail. I go as often as I can.
by Anonymous on Nov 2020
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Annebritt B.
I came in with back spasms and left without it! Yay! She works magic. Annebritt offers more than relaxation she works to help your underlying structure function in better alignment. Go see her if you have chronic pain.
by Leeane on Nov 2020
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Annebritt B.
Anna is a very skilled knowledgeable massage therapist. I have had neck issues that took me to a chiropractor for 25 years and now I hardly need to see one. With the combination of fascia release and trigger points relaxation. She is very compassionate and caring, I highly recommend her.
by Anonymous on Nov 2020
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Annebritt B.
Anna is a gifted therapist. She's helped me get more mobility in my right arm and is helping heal my right knee.
by Stacy on Nov 2020
Verified
Service Received: Deep Tissue & Sports- Mixed Modality with Annebritt B.
Annebritt listens with intention and follows up with each step to keep you involved in learning about your own body. She answers all questions in a way that you can understand. I always feel amazing for days to come after receiving her services.
by Aretha on Nov 2020
Verified
Service Received: Deep Tissue & Sports- Mixed Modality with Annebritt B.
If you are suffering from chronic pain etc... I would strongly advise to reach out to Anne.
by Tammy on Nov 2020
Verified
Service Received: Deep Tissue & Sports- Mixed Modality with Annebritt B.
If I could give Annebritt 100 stars I would! The pain relief she gives me is amazing. I have never been to a therapist who is so in tune with exactly what is happening with my body. She is fully committed to finding just what works for each persons body to give them to best experience and pain relief possible. She is kind and caring and extremely professional.
by Anonymous on Nov 2020
Verified
Service Received: Bodywork with Annebritt B.
I wish I lived closer, I would go every week!!!!
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Lighten Up Massage & Bodywork

47 Orange St.

Asheville , NC 28801 map it

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License: #NC Lmbt #5518

  • Lighten Up Massage & Bodywork

  • 47 Orange St.
  • Asheville , NC 28801
  • License: #NC Lmbt #5518
  • http://www.lightenupmassages.com
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