Exhale Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork, LLC

The mind has exactly the same power as the hands: not merely to grasp the world, but to change it.- Colin Wilson

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About Us

Hello and welcome,

Thank you for taking the time out of your busy day to look into Exhale TM&Bw, LLC for your massage kneads. You are so important to me. Exhale is now a mobile massage business.

I specialize in pain relief and maintenance for all levels of athletes and artists. I’m not your typical "garden variety" massage therapist. I will not falter over your pain. Pain is real. So instead, I’ve decided to ditch the full-body routine and put the spotlight on the pain itself, focusing on SPECIFIC bodywork in SPECIFIC areas, tailored to your SPECIFIC pain, maintenance, injury prevention and recovery needs.

Through the proper massage treatment plan, your pain can be better managed and controlled in a customized session. Equipped with over 14 years of massage experience, multiple tools in m...

Exhale Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork, LLC

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Exhale Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork, LLC

Grand Blanc , MI 48439 (Outcall only) map it

License: #506811

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 Closed

Client Testimonials

Here's what our clients are saying

I had a great experience and will recommend Rachel to friends who are looking for a good massage therapist! For sure!

Rachel listens very well to any issues and has the expereince and skill to help.
Rachel knows her stuff

Love every minute of it every single time
Rachel was excellent! With combined skill and knowledge she was able to address specific pain and mobility issues. Highly recommend!

Rachel is the greatest!
Rachel is fantastic. I feel delicious after her massages. Highly recommend!

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Rachel does a great job of working the tension out of the muscle.

The "Amazing" rating is so apropos. Each time I leave my sessions, I feel amazing! Rachel has helped me get back my range of motion and reduce the pain from an old injury I started experiencing last September. From the very first visit, I experienced amazing therapeutic results. Specifically, I had been suffering from a headache for about a month before I came to see Rachel. I had gone to another masseuse prior to seeing her and had a totally acceptable massage but it did nothing to relieve my headache. I'm so happy I found Rachel. Following my very first visit, my headache was gone and has not returned. Rachel's knowledge and skill is absolutely amazing, She helps me understand my body and her recommendations help me help myself between sessions. I would recommend anyone experiencing specific issues that can be helped through therapeutic massage to try Ms. Baumann first! She's AMAZING!

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Bodywork Services
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Therapeutic Massage

Therapeutic Massage is similar to Swedish Massage using the same relaxation techniques (kneading, stroking, rubbing, tapping, etc.), but at different depths, rates and strengths. It is recommended to client's who need go one step beyond the Swedish Massage in order to focus on slightly more specific issue's. Thus, making the goal of the session not only to relax, but also to correct/aide a physical problem, pain, or dysfunction through a structured treatment plan.

$150

60min

$210

90min

$300

120min

Deep Tissue Massage

Designed to remove severe tension and help with chronic pain. The focus is on the deepest layers of muscle tissue, tendons and fascia (the protective layer surrounding muscles, bones and joints). Thus, making it ideal for those with more specific issue's. However, the term "deep" can vary from client to therapist. It is a common misconception that deep-tissue work has to be painful to be effective. So please communicate with the therapist about the right pressure for you.

$150

60min

$210

90min

$300

120min

Sports Massage

Sports massage uses a variety of massage techniques designed to help an athlete feel freer and stronger. It addresses specific needs and components of Swedish massage, cross-fiber friction, deep compression work, trigger point therapy and stretching before or after events, to enhance performance and flexibility, prevent injury, or aide in the healing process post injury. This type of massage is great for any level or type of fitness.

$150

60min

$210

90min

$300

120min

Rachel B.

License: MI #7501002686

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Hello,

My name is Rachel and I am honored that you are thinking about getting a massage from me. Let's just dive right in shall we! I have been a Certified Massage Therapist (CMT) since 2006 and licensed for the past 6. When I think back on my long journey through this career, Waddhams Senior Living will always be home to one of my greatest experiences in this profession. It was my start, and luckily for me I had a great partner to share the experience with. Each day had it's own challenge, both physically and mentally. When we reach our senior years, Mother Time isn't always kind or forgiving to our body and/or mind.

Debilitating diseases can ravage our total well-being without so much as a millimeter of forgiveness. Thus, leaving us frail or even forgotten about. Dementia, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's are just a few that my partner and I had the pleasure to work with. When I use the word pleasure, I do mean pleasure. It's not a word most would use to describe a debilitating disease and if my parent were to experience any one of these, I most definitely would not use that word. However, for us it was a pleasure because the people were a pleasure and we gained SO MUCH from the experience. It was truly eye opening, the challenges we faced. With some people we had to reintroduce ourselves everyday for the past 3 months because they had no recollection of receiving massage or even meeting us for that matter. It was a challenge and often times frustrating because we wanted to help them so badly and couldn't. Largely due to starting from scratch with them each session.

Another difficult task was convincing the skeptics in the senior facility that massage therapy was extremely beneficial! This type of service isn’t perceived the most welcoming for certain generations. We had to chip away at these particular people little by little each day to gain their trust. We informed them of how massage worked and how beneficial it was, answering every question that came our way. Much of the time we listened to war stories and heard about family members. We realized that all they really wanted was someone to talk to, to feel special because some people had felt so forgotten over time, so lonely. It took a few weeks but we managed to break down a barrier with several of the resident's. They trusted us enough to finally accept therapeutic touch. Once that happened it was a flood gate of volunteers to be first up when we walked in the door each day! It was amazing to see the turn around! Trust and intention are main keys to the doors of our world.

One skeptical man in particular, after about 2 sessions twice per week over the course of a month, actually ended up ditching the walker and mowing the front lawn of the establishment! I will never forget the proud look on his face when he told us all about it after we walked in the door that day and how the tremors from his Parkinson's seem to dwindle a little each time. He was so happy. Massage isn't just about bodywork. It's also about intent, trust, and a bond between client and therapist. Without those things there would be no work for me to do. When a client lies on my table they are trusting me to not only behave professionally but, to help them with whatever is ailing them. As humans, it can be extremely difficult to let down our walls. Intent is everything in the massage field. It's what defines a good therapist, an effective therapist, period. I will never regret those difficult days for a single second. I also don't recommend working in an assisted living home as a first job for any new massage therapist, but it did better prepare me for my next venture.

After graduating in 2007 I already had a job. I was shocked! I was shocked because I really and honestly wasn't very good at it. I had the people skills but, I only practiced at school. My skills didn't come until a couple of years later. That's the thing about experience, the more you do something and the longer, the better you become at it. This particular place was a great first job for me. I was very over worked, sometimes taking up to 9 clients per day at almost 5 days a week. I became good at massage with the more client's they loaded on my schedule. I gained so much knowledge with each client because the facility was a multi-specialty clinic, a one stop shop for health. I got to work with all kinds of ailments. I didn't just do massage though, I was also trained as a CT (Chiropractic Technician). That means working the front desk when I wasn't massaging and taking x-rays for the clients getting adjusted by the chiropractor. I am thankful for the over-done experience because I learned so much working with client's and alongside other health professionals. I worked with anything from tendinitis to a pinched nerve, even the aftermath from the occasional auto accident. Also most importantly, I learned how I didn't want to practice. Over working yourself, or being over worked in general is not the way to go in this field. The aftermath will be early burnout accompanied by chronic fatigue, pain, or even injury. No amount of money is worth your health or sanity. I am most grateful to these lessons because it means I am that much better at working on the next client. I've seen first hand what a wonderful benefit it is for anyone whose insurance will cover it. After 3.5 years I left and decided working as an MT at my own pace would be most beneficial for me.

I was right! I loved the easy-going-laid-back atmosphere of a private practice. I answered to one person and she took care of all the appointments. My only job was to provide massage and rebook. However, I soon discovered I craved more than that. I wanted more purpose, guidance, a staff to work along side, stability, and an opportunity to move forward in my career. So I left this particular private practice after 2.5 years and moved to an independent practice. It too was another learning experience, but I craved even more, AGAIN. I craved TRUE independence, running my own show and sharing space with other talented, but independent therapists. So here I am, part of the Independent Massage Professionals team.

I have come to the conclusion that at this point in my life all of these experiences have better prepared me for this very moment, like climbing a pyramid to the top. I now have 13 total years under my hands at this point and I know I've got so much more left in me. The best part about being solo is that my dreams are even bigger now and the skies the limit, which means I am capable of completely changing how people view this industry. It's not just a luxury to most, it's a way of life. It’s an even bigger curve ball learning the ins and outs of business, and I am enjoying it. I have so many ideas, goals, and dreams for my practice! I'm grateful for the new challenge's that I have faced as well as the one's that await me. I look forward to all of the new client's that I'll have the pleasure of working with, helping to build their own pyramid of health and wellness.

I will also be taking continuing education classes to better myself and care of the client. I’ve become Certified in kinesiology taping as well as cupping and I work on the side for an insurance company providing bodywork to auto accident victims. I am a huge animal lover, so naturally I have also taken canine massage as well as equestrian. Horses are much more intuitive than we give them credit for! Something that completely intrigues me in the massage world is Sport's Massage in relation to injury prevention as well as pain management for all. I was an avid runner, completing around 5-7 races in a year and 30-50 miles/week, but I switched my fitness goals up and almost five years ago and moved in the direction of strength training. Now recently, bodybuilding. I've had the pleasure of working with trainers as well as a nutrition coach. So naturally, I am well aware of how hard training can be on the body for an athlete at any level. That being said, now I prefer a more clinical approach to massage with preferring bodywork that is specifically focused. Nobody wants to be out of work or off training due to an injury or illness, we lose so much during that down time. So if I can help someone recuperate and speed up the recovery process I am all about it. The goal is to maintain the body before there is an issue, not solely when one occurs.

My sincerest apologies for this novel of a bio and a big thank you for reading it. I feel it is most important to let a potential client know exactly what they are getting when trusting me to work with them. We owe it to our health, our well-being, our soul, our mind, our family and our friends to take proper care of ourselves. It must be an intended purpose for each of us to take proper care of ourselves. We are important so we need to treat self care, any style of self care, as a purpose. Massage Therapy has helped to ingrain that in myself on a level I never thought possible. I learn so much from all of my client's.

Massage offers a reset button, don't be afraid to push it while taking a deep breath, and remember to exhale.

Stress less and live happier,
Rachel Baumann, LMT

Bodywork Services

Therapeutic Massage

$150

60min

$210

90min

$300

120min

Deep Tissue Massage

$150

60min

$210

90min

$300

120min

Sports Massage

$150

60min

$210

90min

$300

120min

by Caroline on Aug 04

I had a great experience and will recommend Rachel to friends who are looking for a good massage therapist! For sure!

by Michelle on Jul 30

Rachel listens very well to any issues and has the expereince and skill to help.

by Mindy on Jul 10

Rachel knows her stuff

by Michelle on May 27

Love every minute of it every single time

by Trish on May 13

Rachel was excellent! With combined skill and knowledge she was able to address specific pain and mobility issues. Highly recommend!

by Anonymous on Apr 29

Rachel is the greatest!

by Barbara on Apr 17

Rachel is fantastic. I feel delicious after her massages. Highly recommend!

by Anonymous on Apr 14

Yes

by Anonymous on Apr 10

Rachel does a great job of working the tension out of the muscle.

by Charnice on Apr 01

The "Amazing" rating is so apropos. Each time I leave my sessions, I feel amazing! Rachel has helped me get back my range of motion and reduce the pain from an old injury I started experiencing last September. From the very first visit, I experienced amazing therapeutic results. Specifically, I had been suffering from a headache for about a month before I came to see Rachel. I had gone to another masseuse prior to seeing her and had a totally acceptable massage but it did nothing to relieve my headache. I'm so happy I found Rachel. Following my very first visit, my headache was gone and has not returned. Rachel's knowledge and skill is absolutely amazing, She helps me understand my body and her recommendations help me help myself between sessions. I would recommend anyone experiencing specific issues that can be helped through therapeutic massage to try Ms. Baumann first! She's AMAZING!

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4.99 (Based on 99 Reviews)

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I had a great experience as always.

by Laurie on Aug 2020

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Rachel is an amazing healer, very gifted and professional. I highly recommend her to anybody dealing with a chronic pain.

by Mike on Aug 2020

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Rachel was a revelation. By far the best massage I've had. She helped identify key areas of focus (hello tech neck!) and recommended exercises and stretches I could do in between appointments. I cannot wait to go back post-Covid. Like literally counting down the days.

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Hi Meredith! So glad I could help! Guess what?! You can start scheduling for next week right now! I'm back, you're count down is over!!!

by Michelle on Mar 2020

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My favorite place to be 💗

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by Nancy on Feb 2020

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I like my experiences because I feel it is a partnership and that we share a common goal which is for my benefit and well being. The atmosphere is easy and relaxed.

by Jon on Jan 2020

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Rachel is the best

by Anonymous on Jan 2020

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Great overall! Friendly and professional and i felt amazing after

by Kristin on Dec 2019

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Feeling a little lost and hopeless with my carpal tunnel, Rachel was a true professional, reading my body's response to massage and constantly adjusting for better results. She has provided me with numerous options for continuing my therapy at home. I truly appreciate her taking the time to listen to me and my concerns and create a full plan catered to my specific issues instead of giving me a cookie cutter routine. Highly recommend!

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Could not have explained what I prefer to do any better than this feedback right here. Thank you so much!

by Anonymous on Nov 2019

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Went to get relief of a sore rotator cuff that has bothered me for many months. I felt significant improvement the very next day. I will be back for further work.

by Lawrence on Aug 2019

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Rachel is one of the best for deep tissue massage. I have been going to Rachel for years.

by Partrcia on Jul 2019

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Rachel B. Is a skilled massage therapist. Always feel renewed after a session

by Anonymous on Jul 2019

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It has been a while since I got a good massage. I will definitely be back

by Della on Jul 2019

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Rachel is well trained and very effective. She also has a heart of gold!

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Thank you Della!!!

by Ryan on Jun 2019

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Perfect massage! I have absolutely no complaints. Very friendly masseuse, perfect amount of pressure, great communication.

by Anonymous on Jun 2019

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Rachel is a great listener. She takes the information I give and asks more questions if necessary to make the massage most effective.

by Anonymous on Apr 2019

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Rachel is good

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Thank you so much! Please let me know how we can turn this into a 5 star review. A great experience should be top notch and when it isn’t, I always like a chance to correct it :)

by Anonymous on Feb 2019

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Rachal is by far one of the best therapist in Michigan!

by Michelle on Jan 2019

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Always amazing!

by Mitchell on Dec 2018

by Tony on Mar 2017

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If you are looking for a massage therapist that knows her stuff and can perform miracles, Rachel is the one!

by Anonymous on Feb 2017

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Excellent job

by Shelia on Feb 2017

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Yes, an amazing experience in every way!

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Thank you so much, glad to be of help:) If you wouldn't mind sharing your review on google that would also be a great help :)

by Anonymous on Jan 2017

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I have been a client with Rachel for years now, I would not go anywhere else. Rachel is very professional and always does an Amazing job. I recommend her to everyone I know!

by Michael on Aug 2016

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Best relaxing deep tissue massage

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Thank you Michael. Glad to be able to help :)

by Lawrence on Apr 2016

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Rachel is an amazing massage therapist. I have been going to her for a few years and she is absolutely the best! I like deep tissue massage as I have back soreness associated with my work. She works out all the knots and kinks. Her knowledge of where to focus is great. I feel wonderful afterwards. Would highly recommend.

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Thank you so much. You keep me going!

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