About Us
We are so excited to be in our new office at Inner Space Des Moines and to be changing the name and focus of the practice from Metamorphosis Healing Arts to Iowa Family Massage Therapy!
~Licensed Massage Therapist
~Graduated from The East West School of Integrative Healing
Arts in 2011
~Founder of Iowa Family Massage Therapy
~Associates of Liberal Arts from Eastern Gateway Community
College
~Student of Integrative Health Sciences at American College
of Healthcare Sciences
~Trained in Massage Therapy for PTSD, Anxiety, Sexual
Trauma/Abuse Survivors, and Substance Abuse Recovery
~Studied on Apprenticeship with Seren and Azra Bertrand
M.D., authors of award-winning book Womb Awakening
~Teaches Womb Awakening Breathwork, Meditation, Dance and Sound Healing Practic...
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Safiyah G.
License: IA #006475
95 Verified Reviews
Bodywork Services
Therapeutic Massage
Reiki
Hot Stone~Ashiatsu Deep Tissue Massage
Craniosacral Therapy
Special Offers
10 Pack Therapeutic Massage
5 Pack Therapeutic Massage
3 Pack Therapeutic Massage
10 Pack Hot Stone~Ashiatsu Massage
5 Pack Hot Stone~Ashiatsu
3 pack Hot Stone~Ashiatsu Massage
3 pack 90 Minute Therapeutic Massage
5 pack 90 Minute Therapeutic Massage
10 Pack 90 Minute Therapeutic Massage
3 Pack 90 Minute Hot Stone~Ashiatsu Massage
5 Pack 90 Minute Hot Stone~Ashiatsu Massage
10 Pack 90 Minute Hot Stone~Ashiatsu Massage
3 Pack 30 Minutes
Bodywork Services
Postpartum Mama Moon Massage
by
Anonymous
on
Dec 20
Very nice place
by
Melissa
on
Dec 17
If you need to de-stress Safiyah can absolutely help you with letting go of the stress! That knot that you are carrying in your shoulders she can work it out.
by
Karen
on
Dec 03
Excellent massage!
by
Anonymous
on
Nov 04
Very knowledgeable and professional treatment
by
Jennifer
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Sep 07
Great experience! Definitely going again!
by
Anonymous
on
Aug 06
She is small but man can she do a DEEP massage!!
by
Anonymous
on
Aug 01
Safiyah listens to your needs and develops a plan to help. She’s great!
by
Tyler
on
Jul 30
Yes!!!
by
Sarita
on
Jul 22
I love going to get my massages, would got every week if I could!!
by
Todd
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Jul 17
As always great massage with Safiyah
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by Anonymous on Dec 2022
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Very nice place
by Melissa on Dec 2022
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Service Received: Massage Package with Safiyah G.
If you need to de-stress Safiyah can absolutely help you with letting go of the stress! That knot that you are carrying in your shoulders she can work it out.
by Karen on Dec 2022
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
Excellent massage!
by Anonymous on Nov 2022
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Service Received: Craniosacral Therapy with Safiyah G.
Very knowledgeable and professional treatment
by Jennifer on Sep 2022
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
Great experience! Definitely going again!
by Anonymous on Aug 2022
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
She is small but man can she do a DEEP massage!!
by Anonymous on Aug 2022
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
Safiyah listens to your needs and develops a plan to help. She’s great!
by Tyler on Jul 2022
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
Yes!!!
by Sarita on Jul 2022
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
I love going to get my massages, would got every week if I could!!
by Todd on Jul 2022
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As always great massage with Safiyah
by Kristopher on Apr 2022
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Service Received: Hot Stone~Ashiatsu Deep Tissue Massage with Safiyah G.
Amazing massage. Safiyah is very knowledgeable and listens to your concerns and really understands people's bodies. Most relaxing massage you will ever have.
by Dani on Apr 2022
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Safiyah is absolutely amazing! I’ve been seeing her for 3 years now! I try to go once monthly for very therapeutic massage and a soul cleansing Reiki treatment.
by Laura on Apr 2022
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Love my regular sessions with Safiyah! We ALL need more bodywork, and she is such a great massage therapist!
by Ron on Apr 2022
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Great experience!
by Anonymous on Mar 2022
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Service Received: Hot Stone~Ashiatsu Deep Tissue Massage with Safiyah G.
Wonderful as usual! So relaxing.
by Anonymous on Mar 2022
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The kindness and understanding Safiyah has really helps me feel welcomed to be fully able to release external world stress from my sessions with her. Her work and approach is always helpful and exactly what is needed. I’m so grateful!
by Erin on Feb 2022
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Came to see Safiyah on the recommendation of a friend to address ongoing pain. She was very helpful and honest in what she could help with and what she couldn't.
by Rachel on Feb 2022
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Wonderfully relaxing experience! Best massage I have ever had
by Lauren on Feb 2022
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Highly recommend Safiyah, very calming and skilled!
by Anonymous on Jan 2022
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Service Received: 10 Pack 90 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
Safiyah exudes a calming energy and is able to get to the root of where I'm having discomfort.
by Hannah on Jan 2022
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My massage was thoughtful and healing, I will be back. I appreciate the care that went into tailoring the massage and the space to share what areas were hurting.
by Marcia on Jan 2022
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This was my first time with Safiyah and I was very pleased with my massage. I will definitely return.
by Anonymous on Jan 2022
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Service Received: Hot Stone~Ashiatsu Deep Tissue Massage with Safiyah G.
Wonderful experience always!
by Jennifer on Jan 2022
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I have been coming to Safiyah for 2 years. She’s the best! She takes time to listen to what you want/need each session and caters to individual preference. Highly recommend!
by Anonymous on Dec 2021
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Sweet, yet professional language for PTSD and how the body remembers and holds the trauma.
She also shared that she personally was effected by PTSD and I could just she my daughter physically relax and open trust.
by Shannon on Dec 2021
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Safiyah always takes time to listen to what problem areas I have and tends to them. She is also very accommodating for my fibromyalgia pain. Always recommend her!!
by Melissa on Dec 2021
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Safiyah offers a variety of different techniques to choices from for massage. She has such a calming presence about her and would put any person interested in their first massage at ease.
Looking forward to my next massage-I need to do better with my OWN self care! Life is too stressful and I left completely relaxed and stress free.
Highly recommend using Iowa Family Massage Therapy!
by Kelsey on Nov 2021
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Safiyah was very accommodating. I wanted to combine reiki and massage in one session and she was happy to do so. Would recommend!
by Anonymous on Nov 2021
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Safiyah was amazing! She took the time to get to know my needs and really paid attention to my story which allowed her to tailor her services to exactly what I needed.
by Chris on Oct 2021
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Service Received: Hot Stone~Ashiatsu Deep Tissue Massage with Safiyah G.
Awesome massage therapist!! Highly recommend!!!
by Marsha on Oct 2021
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Service Received: 10 Pack Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
Amazing and the best massage.
by Shari on Oct 2021
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already have
by Pam on Oct 2021
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Safiyah is great!
by Anonymous on Oct 2021
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Service Received: 3 Pack Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
Safiayah is amazing. She is so comforting and is able to help my daughter relax and find comfort. So thankful we found her.
by Matt on Sep 2021
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Absolutely amazing!! My body feels worlds better.
by Anonymous on Aug 2021
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Wonderful!
by Shannan on Jul 2021
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I have had great massages before, but Sofiyah’s a shiatsu & hot stone massage is absolutely amazing! If you want deep pressure or have a lot of knots to work out, I would highly recommend this type of massage!
by Anonymous on Jul 2021
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
Amazing experience. Very relaxing and mindful. Will definitely be going back.
by Gabby on Jul 2021
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I love receiving shiatsu from Safiya! My body needed this specific technique and pressure so badly! The essential oils, cream, and table warmer make the whole experience super relaxing!
by April on Jul 2021
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Service Received: Reiki with Safiyah G.
Safiyah is a gentle yet powerful soul. She holds space as she supports you with compassion and divine grace. I highly recommend her services!
by Anonymous on Jul 2021
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Very relaxing
by Anonymous on Jul 2021
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Yes
by Anonymous on Jun 2021
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Service Received: 5 Pack Hot Stone~Ashiatsu with Safiyah G.
Safiyah is amazing! Her deep tissue hot stone massage provides a deep sense of calm and relaxation as well as releasing the knots.
by Nick on Jun 2021
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The massage was a birthday present from my wife. Safiya did an amazing job and helped work out some sore spots in my shoulders and legs. This one time present is going to turn into a monthly gift!!
by Anonymous on Jun 2021
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
She knew exactly where my back needed attention and I feel so much better now. She made me feel relaxed and I will be back.
by Anonymous on Jun 2021
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Service Received: Hot Stone~Ashiatsu Deep Tissue Massage with Safiyah G.
Yes
by Anonymous on Jun 2021
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
Safiah is wonderful! I definitely recommend her for anyone who is looking for a relaxing, rejuvenating massage.
by Kim on Jun 2021
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Safiyah is a wonderful soul with amazing energy! She does a wonderful job holding space so you can relax and receive the full benefits from your massage or treatment, and I highly recommend her for your massage needs!
by Sarita on May 2021
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Amazing hands will be returning!
by Tyler on May 2021
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Yes, it was an Awesome experience!!
by Anonymous on Apr 2021
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Service Received: 3 Pack Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
It's a relaxing massage, however there wasn't enough deep tissue work around my areas of concern.
Business response:
I'm glad the massage was relaxing for you but sorry you didn't feel it was deep enough. You can always let me know if I need to adjust pressure while you are in session so I can modify for you. Everyone's pressure tolerance is so different and so your feedback in the moment can help me a lot to ensure I'm getting your specific needs met.
by Meghan on Apr 2021
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Safiya is very talented and so kind. During my massage, I was transported from every day stress. Afterwards I felt rejuvenated and relaxed. I look forward to my next session with her.
by Mindy on Mar 2021
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The whole experience was wonderful! She took the time to actively listen to what I was dealing with. Then made sure to meet those needs during my massage.
by Anonymous on Mar 2021
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Great massage. Safiyah is a very nice person.
by Ellen on Mar 2021
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Service Received: Hot Stone~Ashiatsu Deep Tissue Massage with Safiyah G.
One of the best massages I’ve had, I can’t wait to go back in 2 weeks!
by Anonymous on Mar 2021
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Therapeutic, calming, relaxing.
by Azra on Mar 2021
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She is the best massage therapist I ever had !
by Dani on Feb 2021
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Absolutely and have done so. Safiyah is an amazing soul! ❤️
by Kristopher on Feb 2021
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Service Received: Hot Stone~Ashiatsu Deep Tissue Massage with Safiyah G.
The most calming massage therapist I've ever had. Excellent massage and excellent techniques.
by Anonymous on Jan 2021
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Service Received: Hot Stone~Ashiatsu Deep Tissue Massage with Safiyah G.
She was very professional. I felt great afterwards. I would highly recommend.
by Eric on Jan 2021
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Service Received: Reiki with Safiyah G.
I would tell people that you specialize in Reiki and de-mythologize it by welcoming Jesus as much as Mary Magdalene into the experience; that you incorporated childhood disclosures during the prayer/discernment; with finesse; were boundaries-respectful; that you are a gentle soul; that you are communicative during the experience; that you recharged my chakras so well I was glowing and grateful the rest if the day. It is especially a propos that you conjure Jesus and Mary Magdalene since I am visiting Des Moines just to write a novel. It is about the life of Jesus, Judas, Peter, Martha, and Mary Magdalene. You were more of an angel than you know.
by Anonymous on Jan 2021
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Ashiatsu massage was a new learning experience for me. I have chronic low back and mid back discomfort that was so relaxing but therapeutic at the same time.
by Nicholas on Jan 2021
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
Safiyah is so kind and skillful. You can tell how much care she puts into her practice. I always feel brand new after working with her.
by Michael on Jan 2021
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
Perfect place to relax and enjoy a massage. Safiyah was great!
by Stephanie on Jan 2021
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Would recommend
by Elsa on Dec 2020
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Service Received: Hot Stone~Ashiatsu Deep Tissue Massage with Safiyah G.
I usually have a deep tissue and my neck muscles were killing me. I was a bit worried since she was using such a light touch but she worked wonders on my neck. There has been only one other massage therapist that has done that and I really think that they can use a light touch because they really know what they are doing. We talked about what I wanted to get out of the massage and since I had recently had a massage and was just having upper body issues, she asked me if I just wanted her to focus on my pain points. That was exactly what I wanted and she was great. I would recommend her to anyone that needs to get their muscles calmed down.
by Brandy on Dec 2020
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Service Received: Hot Stone~Ashiatsu Deep Tissue Massage with Safiyah G.
Safiyah does an amazing job of working the stress right out of my body. She does a great job of checking in with you beforehand and listening to your body to create an experience you want to come back for.
by Jill on Dec 2020
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Great!
by Anonymous on Dec 2020
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
Very enjoyable and relaxing! Safiyah is a kind and calm professional that quickly puts you at ease.
by Anonymous on Dec 2020
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Good
by Joseph on Dec 2020
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
I loved my massage and will be back
by Kathryn on Dec 2020
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Service Received: Hot Stone~Ashiatsu Deep Tissue Massage with Safiyah G.
Best massage I have gotten, excited to continue getting massages from Safiyah
by Anonymous on Nov 2020
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Service Received: Hot Stone~Ashiatsu Deep Tissue Massage with Safiyah G.
Very relaxing experience
by Samantha on Nov 2020
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
She was amazing! Very calming and asked specifically what I wanted to get out of the experience.
by Marquise on Nov 2020
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
Hands are like magic. Pays attention to clients problem areas.
by Anonymous on Nov 2020
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
Tried the unique experience of feet on my back. Nice firm massage!
by Anonymous on Nov 2020
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Finding a very good LMT is a treasure, and Safiyah is one of the best, being my regular LMT for about the past 3 years. She has always provided a comfortable and inviting space, making it easy to relax and slip away into the zone. Her skill and professionalism are second to none, always with a cheerful greeting, inquiry into problem areas, and aptly working a solution for those areas. Highly recommend.
by Jennifer on Nov 2020
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Safiyah always does an amazing job! I splurge once a month on a massage and I’ve never been disappointed. Highly recommend her!
by Becky on Oct 2020
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
I tried the different types of massages. They were all good and healthful.
by Pam on Oct 2020
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Safiyah does a great job!
by Anonymous on Sep 2020
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Walls are thin and I could hear voices talking and laughing next door
by Marsha on Sep 2020
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Safiyah has tremendous skills and can really get into my troubled areas. I highly recommend her.
by Anonymous on Sep 2020
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As always great massage from Safiyah.
by Anonymous on Aug 2020
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Great Reiki experience. I will be trying a massage next.
by Kristi on Mar 2020
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Service Received: Bodywork with Safiyah G.
Safiyah has given me the best massages of my life! She is very skilled and has helped me several times with my back pain. I am always in a state of bliss and feel so relaxed during and after my massages! Everything about her and her practice is top notch!
by Amber on Mar 2020
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Maybe there’s others out there that get nervous about getting a talker during a massage - Safiyah was not that which made this experience absolutely perfect! She took all my verbal needs into consideration and made an incredibly relaxing prenatal experience. Highly recommend
by Jeannine on Mar 2020
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
The attention to my specific needs, the extreme care, and time given selflessly
by Dani on Feb 2020
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Service Received: Hot Stone~Ashiatsu Deep Tissue Massage with Safiyah G.
I’ve now had THREE massages from Safiyah in TWO weeks. She does an amazing job. My neck and back feel so much better and I’ve had an immediate reduction in my headaches. I LOVE the concept of the space in which she works out of. I’m very excited to pursue some other treatments with her.
by Anonymous on Jan 2020
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Safiyah is very professional, did a great job and gave me a great massage. Already feeling much better from my aches and pains. Highly recommended.
by Anonymous on Jan 2020
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Safiyah G.
The facility is all new construction and is very neat and clean. The room where the massage took place was cold, the therapist's hands were cold, and the therapist's feet were cold. For me this was the wort part of the experience. The therapist herself was professional and polite in her demeanor. The massage was short (30 min) so it was difficult for me to really get a good feel for her skill, but what I did experience was unremarkable.
Business response:
Thank you for sharing your feedback! This is what helps me improve and serve my clients better! I have recently added a table warmer to ensure comfort for my clients especially during these cold winter months. I have also begun warming my hands and feet on a heating pad before massaging! If you want to return I am happy to offer you a discounted price on a longer session so you can get a better feel for the work I do! Best Wishes!
by Shannan on Jan 2020
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Service Received: Hot Stone~Ashiatsu Deep Tissue Massage with Safiyah G.
I opted for the ashiatsu massage as I hold a lot of tension in my shoulders and back and it was phenomenal!
by Anonymous on Dec 2019
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Safiyah is really great. I have enjoyed both my reiki and massage services. Also, the new space is really nice.
