About Us
***Sovereign Body Massage takes informed consent and safety very seriously, especially in light of the COVID pandemic. Please review our safety protocols to decide if massage is right for you at this time. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this uncertain time. Stay safe!***
Claire Panger is a Licensed Massage Therapist who has been in practice since July 2010. She specializes in Myofascial Release, Neuromuscular pain-reduction techniques, TMJD pain reduction (jaw pain from joint dysfunction or general clenching) and continues to increase her knowledge of the Lymphatic Drainage technique.
Claire also holds a diploma in Structural Integration from the Chicago College of Healing Arts. Structural Integration, a 10-session Postural Re-alignment program designed by Ida Rolf...
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Claire P.
License: IL ##227.012074
94 Verified Reviews
Bodywork Services
60 min Myofascial Release
60 min Swedish Relaxation
60 min Neuromuscular Pain relief
60 min Lymphatic Drainage
60 min TMJ Pain relief therapy (intra oral)
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Christy
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Mar 27
Very relaxing. Looking forward to trying other services.
Thank you!
by
Anonymous
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Mar 25
Claire is very nice, and very professional. She made me feel comfortable right away, and did a great job on my first appointment.
by
Anonymous
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Mar 24
After having gone a year without massage therapy, I had forgotten the sense of “everything’s going to be okay” I get after working with Claire and how important that feeling is to my well-being.
by
Anonymous
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Mar 14
Claire really takes care to understand her clients' needs and tailors therapy accordingly.
by
Jamie
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Mar 04
Claire is a caring professional who always puts your safety and health first! She does her very best to make sure you feel comfortable and cared for at your appointments. I truly enjoy my massages and feel like she has made a drastic difference with my TMJ pain. Thank you!
by
Doug
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Feb 28
Claire is the absolute best. Thoughtful, professional, careful, and talented. Hard to find such a well rounded set of traits in one person.
by
Cynthia
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Feb 24
Claire is absolutely 5 star amazing! I came to her with a plethora of issues and she has me moving better than I have in years. With a load of stress, two hip replacements and an autoimmune thrown in the mix, she has been nothing short of a miracle worker. I highly recommend her and could not be happier with her approach to neuromuscular therapy, communication style and my progress!
by
Anonymous
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Feb 24
Made me feel like new
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Anonymous
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Feb 18
Claire is the best ❤️
by
Jennifer
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Feb 14
Claire is very skilled in her craft and cares to individualize your experience. My whole family goes to her periodically. We Highly recommend!!
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by Christy on Mar 2021
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Service Received: 60 min Lymphatic Drainage with Claire P.
Very relaxing. Looking forward to trying other services.
Thank you!
by Anonymous on Mar 2021
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Service Received: 60 min Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
Claire is very nice, and very professional. She made me feel comfortable right away, and did a great job on my first appointment.
by Anonymous on Mar 2021
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
After having gone a year without massage therapy, I had forgotten the sense of “everything’s going to be okay” I get after working with Claire and how important that feeling is to my well-being.
by Anonymous on Mar 2021
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire really takes care to understand her clients' needs and tailors therapy accordingly.
by Jamie on Mar 2021
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire is a caring professional who always puts your safety and health first! She does her very best to make sure you feel comfortable and cared for at your appointments. I truly enjoy my massages and feel like she has made a drastic difference with my TMJ pain. Thank you!
by Doug on Feb 2021
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Claire is the absolute best. Thoughtful, professional, careful, and talented. Hard to find such a well rounded set of traits in one person.
by Cynthia on Feb 2021
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire is absolutely 5 star amazing! I came to her with a plethora of issues and she has me moving better than I have in years. With a load of stress, two hip replacements and an autoimmune thrown in the mix, she has been nothing short of a miracle worker. I highly recommend her and could not be happier with her approach to neuromuscular therapy, communication style and my progress!
by Anonymous on Feb 2021
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Service Received: 60 min Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
Made me feel like new
by Anonymous on Feb 2021
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Service Received: 60 min Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
Claire is the best ❤️
by Jennifer on Feb 2021
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Service Received: 60 min Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
Claire is very skilled in her craft and cares to individualize your experience. My whole family goes to her periodically. We Highly recommend!!
by Zoila on Jan 2021
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Service Received: 60 min Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
Claire cares and takes her time in getting to know one's individual needs, is professional and very knowledgeable in her craft. Highly recommend!
by Rachel on Jan 2021
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Service Received: 60 min Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
Knowledgeable and really focused on my problem area, made sure I was comfortable the entire time too!
by Anonymous on Jan 2021
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Service Received: 60 min Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
Amazing experience! Claire was so kind and knew exactly what she was doing. I’ve already set up my next two sessions:)
by Vel on Jan 2021
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Service Received: 60 min Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
Warm cozy environment in the room makes me feel welcome and comfortable. Claire is professional, has a great touch, and knows just what muscles to work on to help me feel better. Her commitment to her client’s safety during COVID times is also evident in her following all the state and local guidelines to ensure our health.
by Anonymous on Jan 2021
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Service Received: 60 min Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
Claire does amazing work. I would recommend her to everyone! Thank you Claire for always being professional and personable. I always feel you see my physical concerns and well-being very important.
by Susan on Dec 2020
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Service Received: 60 min Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
Claire is professional, and an extremely skilled and intuitive body worker. I always feel comfortable there, as she is very careful to be safe, with the best Covid precautions and up-to-date safety measures. I always feel so much better when I leave, and I can't wait until my next appointment!
by Caryn on Nov 2020
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire is an extraordinarily gifted massage therapist. Her understanding of the human anatomy allows for deep healing and rejuvenation. I feel stronger after each massage. I highly recommend Claire and Sovereign Body Massage.
by Geoffrey on Nov 2020
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire is the real deal!
by Kathy on Oct 2020
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Service Received: 60 min Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
Claire is very intuitive as what needs to be done to work out the tense muscles. She can also give a great relaxing full body massage..
I find her knowledgeable beyond her years,,
by Anonymous on Oct 2020
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Best in grayslake!
by Jessica on Oct 2020
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire has a true gift. As long as I am able she will be in my life:)
by Kristin on Oct 2020
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Service Received: 60 min Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
I liked Claire’s attention to my personal needs and preferences to give me the best outcome and experience. It was an amazing massage.
by Laila on Sep 2020
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Service Received: 60 min Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
My very first massage ever, I'll certainly be back. Claire made me feel very comfortable, secure, and no anxiety. Her professionalism, knowledge, skill, and compassion made this a very lovely experience.
by Andrea on Sep 2020
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Service Received: 60 min Lymphatic Drainage with Claire P.
I’ve only had one appointment with Claire so far , she was very welcoming, attentive, accommodating and knowledgeable. I have already booked four more visits. I definitely would recommend.
by Laura on Aug 2020
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Service Received: 60 min Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
Claire is a wonderful massage and bodywork therapist!
by Jean on Aug 2020
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire always provides a wonderful massage and works out all my kinks!
by Debbie on Aug 2020
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire is AMAZING! I’ve never had a massage therapist like her before and I’ll never see anyone else but Claire again. She has helped me so much with my migraines and my lower back pain, it’s been incredible. She’s great in asking you what areas you want to work on and how you’d like to spend your time that you booked. She really wants to make sure You’re both on the same page and that you feel like you’re issues have been addressed. She’s extremely knowledgeable, professional and most of all she’s super kind person that really enjoys what she does and it shows in her work. Her place is extremely clean, decorated beautifully and she makes you feel so comfortable. She also has taken all the Covid precautions so she has cross ventilation, air cleaners, some thingie on the cradle (sorry, not sure what the name is), hand sanitizers, checks your temp. And I’m sure I’m forgetting the rest. I can’t say enough wonderful things about her. I am Looking forward to my next massage!!
by Alex on Aug 2020
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Service Received: 60 min Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
Claire’s healing ways and skill always seem to amaze me. Prior to the pandemic I saw Claire almost monthly to help reduce my muscle tension. Unfortunately due to added stress and uncertainty of the pandemic my muscle tension and jaw clenching went into overdrive. For months I suffered and tried all sorts of medicine and home remedies for treatments but all seemed to fail. After a one hour deep tissue massage session it helped my chronically tight muscles and pain around 60% better days after the massage. Claire is amazing at what she does and is compassionate and cognizant of the health concerns of her clients. I have learned to not neglect my overall health and well-being it’s just not worth it - deep tissue massage for me is needed now more than ever.
by Anonymous on Aug 2020
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Service Received: 60 min Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
Claire makes you feel comfortable and you can tell she takes great pride in her work
by Jill on Aug 2020
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Service Received: 60 min Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
Claire was very friendly and professional. I had trouble with the directions I was getting from my google maps so she gave me directions.
by Brenda on Jul 2020
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire always does a great job! She's one of the best.
by Vicki on Jul 2020
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Service Received: 60 min Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
Very happy with my massage. Looking forward to my next appointment!
by Joyce on Jun 2020
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire is a true professional. Her massages are the best of any I have ever received. She continues to educate herself , and she always cares about the outcome of her work. She exceeds expectations.
by Cheryl on Jun 2020
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire is very in tune with what one needs - even when I don't realize I have tightness, knots, whatever ~ she can tell where I need her expert touch. She's personable and professional Cleanliness, at this time, of course, but she's always attentive and it's important to her.
by Paul on Jun 2020
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Could not be happier with Claire’s professionalism and expertise. There’s no question in my mind that she has helped me With the pain and some of the symptoms from my Parkinson’s disease.
Thanks Claire
by Malvika on Jun 2020
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Service Received: 60 min Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
I love that Claire always works with me to see what kind of massage treatment will work for me for pain management, and adjusts her strength according to my needs. I feel very comfortable with her and she is very skilled. Very grateful to her for all she does!
by Anonymous on Mar 2020
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Service Received: 60 min Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
Highly recommend Claire!
by Leslie on Feb 2020
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
I highly recommend Clair. I’ve been seeing her for over a year now. I have seen significant changes in my posture and feel much better.
by Anonymous on Feb 2020
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire has a knack for solving my pain in the neck.
by Jamie on Feb 2020
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire is super friendly, caring and professional. I was in a lot of pain due to TMJ and she has worked with me over the past 2 years and I have never felt better!😊
by Andrea on Feb 2020
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Service Received: 60 min Myofascial Release with Claire P.
Loved my experience! Made sure I wasn’t in pain and was felt comfortable with the pressure. Claire is helping me with a condition I was recently diagnosed with and we are working together to manage my pain. Already scheduled my next 3 appointments!!
by Salli on Feb 2020
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire was sensitive to my needs and a good listener. Bravo.🙏
by Charles on Feb 2020
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Personalized experience, Claire reads to body and adjusts service to focus on problem areas.
by Lauren on Feb 2020
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Service Received: 60 min Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
Claire was amazing. So was my whole experience. She listened to what I needed and what my body needed during the massage. She was very good at checking in to make sure I was good and nothing was too much or not enough. She has fantastic energy and a wonderful healing touch. I will be back to see her and would recommend her in a heartbeat.
by Anonymous on Feb 2020
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
I arrived at our session overwhelmed with stress due to work and other outside stressors. I explained this to Claire and she tailored her work to help relieve the stress. Not only did it relieve the stress, it provided me with a sense of peace, security, and feeling that can best be described as “it’s all going to be alright.” A wonderful and needed experience. Thanks, Claire.
by Anonymous on Feb 2020
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
She worked out my shoulder issues, which felt much looser and better range of motion after the session. I will definitely be back for more of her skilled work.
by Helen on Jan 2020
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Service Received: 60 min Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
Claire has an amazing gift
She is amazing
You will feel safe and know you are in the right hands to help you
She has with me
Thank you Claire
by Matt on Dec 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
by Dan on Dec 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
My wife is a Massage therapist and was for many years an instructor, she recommended Claire for Structural Integration. I've been a client for a few years and look forward to the monthly appointment, and forty mile drive, to help maintain the posture improvement I experienced after the initial series of sessions.
by Sam on Nov 2019
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Service Received: 60 min Myofascial Release with Claire P.
Claire did an excellent job! She listened to all of my concerns.
by Steve on Nov 2019
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Service Received: 60 min Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
Claire is amazing!
by Anonymous on Nov 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire always asks and cares about what you’re feeling and where you would like her to put her focus. Always a great massage and experience.
by Crystal on Sep 2019
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Service Received: 60 min Myofascial Release with Claire P.
Claire has amazing touch. She uses deep enough techniques to treat the area of complaint, but doesn't go too deep to cause soreness lasting a week. Her treatment room and area are very relaxing and clean as well. Claire is professional and proficient.
by Julie on Sep 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
As always the deep tissue massage works wonders for back and neck
by Anonymous on Aug 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire is so conscientious and intuitive. She finds the tension spots and works through them.
by Anonymous on Aug 2019
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Service Received: 60 min Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
Everything was perfect!
by Anonymous on Jul 2019
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Service Received: 60 min Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
My experience was wonderful
by Joe on Jul 2019
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Service Received: 60 min Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
Prefer to work on problem specific areas vs total body. Claire is very skilled and you won't be disappointed. Great deep tissue work.
by Anonymous on Jul 2019
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Service Received: 60 min Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
Absolutely love body work by Claire! She is wonderful
by Janet on Jul 2019
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Service Received: 60 min Myofascial Release with Claire P.
Claire is very knowledgeable
by Anonymous on Jun 2019
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Service Received: 60 min Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
Claire seems to always make you feel as if you’re the most important client. I am thankful for your work and expertise! Claire, you are appreciated...thank you!
by Anonymous on Jun 2019
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Service Received: 60 min Myofascial Release with Claire P.
Peaceful ambiance. Magical hands!
by Anonymous on Jun 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Everything about Claire is wonderful! A great experience to be sure!
by Brenda on May 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Clair always does such a great job! She listens to what you need and rechecks as the session goes to make sure things are going ok, the pressure is right, etc. So glad I found her.
by Michelle on May 2019
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Service Received: 60 min Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
As always, a wonderful experience with Claire. She is highly skilled and makes you feel comfortable with her warm, relaxed demeanor.
by Holly on May 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire has a natural sense of finding exactly what needs to be released in the body. Not only does she uses myriad techniques for clients’ individual needs, but she is a real joy and very professional. I have and will continue to recommend her to clients and friends.
by Anonymous on May 2019
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Service Received: 60 min Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
Claire was intuitive, and calming. I left feeling rejuvenated, and more centered and relaxed. Such perfect energy. I can't wait to go back!
-Ashley
by Paul on Apr 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Very pleased with the professionalism that Claire exhibited. She knew I had Parkinson's disease and she did her homework prior to our first session. Looking forward to my next session. Highly recommend Claire for your massage needs.
by Aubrey on Apr 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
You’re the best!!
by Anonymous on Mar 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
As someone recovering from a serious shoulder injury, I appreciated the skill that Claire had with therapeutic body work. I believe that these sessions were a good adjunct to the physical therapy that I am receiving.
by Molly on Mar 2019
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Service Received: 60 min Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
Claire was very kind, patient and focused on my comfort level throughout the entire massage. She was wonderful, and I would absolutely recommend her to anyone.
by Wendy on Mar 2019
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Service Received: 60 min Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
Claire is a very skillful practitioner who can direct who work to your needs, as well as what she sees necessary. It is always a wonderful experience.
by Debbie on Mar 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire is amazing! She listens to what you have to say and addresses all the problem areas. She also checks in with you while she’s working on you to make sure the pressure is just right. I’ve been seeing her for a couple years now and I can’t imagine anyone else working on me.
by Jean on Mar 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire always does a great on of working the kinks out of my neck and shoulders.
by Janelle on Feb 2019
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Service Received: 60 min Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
Claire welcomed me to her practice and made sure I was comfortable and that we both had the same expectations for the appointment. She continued to check in during the bodywork to make sure the amount of pressure was good for me. I enjoyed it and will definitely return!
by Anonymous on Feb 2019
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Service Received: 60 min Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
Claire's massage is unlike any other. She is able to find and relieve the areas that need it most.
by Anonymous on Feb 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Loosened up and feeling great. Good conversation, as always.
by Anonymous on Feb 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
I like the attention to detail and taking the client's needs into consideration!
by Anonymous on Feb 2019
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Service Received: 60 min Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
Claire is an experienced, gifted and intuitive therapist with a great deal of attention to the needs of her clients!
by Alex on Jan 2019
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Service Received: Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
Claire is always so skilled caring and compassionate.
Business response:
Thank you, Alex. That means a lot. I'm so happy we get to work together :)
by Cheryl on Jan 2019
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Service Received: 60 min Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
My first massage with Claire was very effective. She's is attuned with finding and attending to what I needed. So glad to know she'll be part of my journey to feeling the best I can.
Business response:
So glad to hear it Cheryl! I'm excited to be on the journey with you :)
by Spencer on Jan 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
The massage is awesome. The only item I could provide input on is that sometimes others in the building are talking loud or making noise. Maybe the music in the room could be a bit louder to cover that up.
Business response:
Thank you Spencer for the feedback! Yes, we as a whole at Lovelight continue to work to limit the noise... its a process! But will definitely turn up the music :)
by Anonymous on Jan 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire really listens and Taylors her massage to me.
by Anonymous on Jan 2019
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Service Received: Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
Clair takes the time to get to know you and really shows care and concern in making sure that progress is being made.
by Helen on Jan 2019
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Service Received: 60 min Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
Claire has a gift, she knows exactly how to relieve the issues that I have
Thank you Claire
by Anonymous on Jan 2019
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Service Received: 60 min Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
Excellent experience! This was like no massage therapist I have ever experienced, she cared and didn’t just follow a routine. Claire not only listens to what I felt I needed, she listened to what my body needed. She regularly inquired as to how it is feeling and if I would like more intense or less intense. For the first time in many years I slept without shoulder pain waking me up. I highly recommend her and will be going back for many more visits!!
by Shannon on Jan 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire is simply great. She read my questionaire, talked with me before starting, and checked in with me during. I have referred my family to Claire and see her when I'm in town. Thankful for her skill and caring.
Shannon Craig
Business response:
Thankful for you Shannon! Really good to see you again. :)
by Jamie on Jan 2019
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Service Received: Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
Claire is wonderful! She is very good at making you feel comfortable and she genuinely cares about your well being. I have recommended her to many people. I always feel so relaxed when I leave my appointment ????
Business response:
Thank you Jamie, that really means a lot. I am blessed to get to work with you :)
by Susan on Jan 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire is an exceptional massage therapist. She is intuitive and knowledgeable.I just completed 10 sessions of structural integration with Claire. When I started my left leg was almost half an inch shorter than it should have been, the result of my body trying to compensate for injuries from a car accident five years ago.. After completing the structural integration program, I am able to stand evenly and walk correctly, eliminating unnecessary stress and compensation on my knees, hips, and other joints. I cannot recommend Claire or this program highly enough!
Business response:
Susan, 'twas an honor, as always. So great to have journeyed with you in the Structural process!!
by Mary on Jan 2019
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Service Received: Neuromuscular Pain relief with Claire P.
Claire is wonderful. She takes the time get to know exactly what her clients need. Each session is so relaxing and is helping to relieve my neck, shoulders, back and hip pain. The atmosphere at Lovelight Healing Center is tranquil and welcoming. I highly recommend Claire and her services.
Business response:
Thank you Mary! I am so glad massage has been working out for you and am grateful to get to work with you :)
by Charles on Jan 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Great service, exceptional listener to customer needs, special attention to details and focus on overall health.
Business response:
Thank you so much Charles! So grateful I get to work with you
by Kim on Jan 2019
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Service Received: Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
Claire is such a professional and truly listens to her clients to work toward their mutual goals.
Business response:
Thank you so much, Kim, for taking the time to write these kind words. You're the best! :)
by Rebecca on Jan 2019
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Service Received: Swedish Relaxation with Claire P.
Claire is always super professional and she works with great vigor. Super great. :)
Business response:
Thank you so much, Rebecca, for taking your time to write this- I"m so glad you've had a good experience. Look forward to the next time I get to see you :)
by Leida on Jan 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Claire P.
Claire listens to her clients body and is able to respond balancing technical percesion with mindfulness. Claire has earned my trust and I cherish every session.
Business response:
Thank you so much Leida, that means the world to me. :) So grateful to be able to work with you :)
