About Us

Upward Light Healing is a multi-faceted wellness center, specializing in massage, cranial unwinding, and energic therapies. We are nestled in a quiet plaza in Downtown Mesa. We provide a space where people can feel safe being vulnerable, surrender to healing experiences, and feel welcome no matter who they are.

Upward Light Healing

128 W Pepper Pl

Mesa , AZ 85201 map it

(480) 332-4526

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Upward Light Healing

128 W Pepper Pl

Mesa , AZ 85201 map it

(480) 332-4526

License: #LIC20-01562

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

Kara's massages are awesome! I had an injured shoulder on my first visit and she was able to gently and thoroughly release tension from the area without it being painful. I was so grateful! Thanks Kara!

A quiet and quaint location, parking is easy and check in was simple too. Ambiance is clean, fresh and colorful. From COVID to clean bathrooms to clean tables, it was perfect and stress free.
Simply amazing!

I was referred to Upward Light Healing by my mother and was not let down. They are very clean, friendly and professional.
I had a 90-minute deep tissue massage and Kara was phenomenal. This was my first massage with Kara and I already rescheduled.

Look forward to going each time. Kara knows exactly how to help make me feel relaxed & take the pain away. Very relaxing room with soothing lighting & calming music. And last time she had lavender in the diffuser. Perfect!
The space is so inviting and clean. Kara always makes me feel comfortable right away. Great easy communication. Massage was wonderful, my body and mind feel so much better, and I had so much energy the rest of the day!

I felt I got the best treatment I could get.
I moved to Mesa about a year ago, tried several massage places. was ready to give up on massage, it was a waste of money. I was refered to Kara by my personal trainer. WOW finaly a professional who really knows what she is doing. Kara was awesome. she knows how to work that deep tissue massage to really relax and release tight muscles. She also showed me exercise to do for my chronic bad shoulder bringing back mobility I have not had in years. The studio is clean and very inviting. Loved it so much I booked a massage for my wife, and another for me.

Kara has mad intuitive skills and magic hands. Highly recommend! chele ♡

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Deep Tissue

Designed to remove severe tension, deep tissue massage is a technique used to relieve both muscles and connective tissue below the surface. It helps to improve range of motion and heal injuries below the surface.

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Swedish Massage

Massage oil or cream is used with smooth, gliding strokes. Swedish massage uses firm but gentle pressure to promote relaxation, ease muscle tension and create other health benefits. It is a classic massage that will ease your stress and allow you to slip into a calm state of relaxation.

$100

60min

$140

90min

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Cranial Unwinding

Cranial unwinding therapy applies gentle touch techniques based off the study of cranial osteopathy and the study of the anatomy and physiology of the cranium, sacrum and the connective tissue system. By using specific hand-holds focusing on the bones of the head, spinal column, sacrum and the underlying structure, along with an intuitive approach,

$80

30min

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Pregnancy Massage

Pregnancy massage focuses on addressing the special needs of expecting women. Specially-designed massage tables, cushions, and side-lying postures are used to prevent putting pressure on the abdomen.

$100

60min

$120

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Intuitive Healing

Energy work encompasses a wide range of techniques and practices. It is rooted in the principle that body is bioenergetic and seeks to maintain balance. Energy healing, or energy work, seeks to restore, promote, and maintain health and wellness to all those elements by influencing and supporting the body's bioenergies.

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Reiki

Reiki uses a technique commonly called palm or hands on healing. Through the use of this technique, practitioners transfer universal energy (i.e., reiki) in the form of qi (Japanese: ki) through the palms, which they believe allows for self-healing and a state of equilibrium.

$100

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BrainTap 30

30 minutes of guided meditation with light therapy and binaural beats that let your subconscious receive the message you want quickly and easily.

$30

30min

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Kara F.

License: AZ #MT-06961P

16 Verified Reviews

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Kara Ford, has set down roots with the intention of staying put and connected to the community her business operates within. Kara knew she would be a Licensed Massage Therapist before there was a licensure available. At 12-years-old, Dr. John Brimhall held her hands in his and told her she had healing hands, and she believed him. She has spent her life adding as many modalities of healing to her menu and is excited to share them with people seeking relief, reprieve, and healing. After successfully running her own practice for over 20 years, she realized expansion was inevitable and necessary. With hundreds of returning clients with different needs, Kara understood that she needed to offer more than Massage Therapy to provide the type of emotional and energetic work people were requesting. This required a larger space and hiring additional therapists to the team. Upward Light Healing is a space where people can feel safe being vulnerable, can surrender to healing experiences, and feel welcome no matter who they are or how they are hurting. Whether providing Reiki, Cranial Unwinding, or Hot Stone Massage, Kara intuitively finds the places that need the most attention for the mind/body/spirit to work in unison. Outside of the Wellness Center, Kara can be found with her sons, nephews & nieces, as well her Airedale Terrier, Dory, down by the river in search of wild horses or with the people she loves, dancing to live music.

Bodywork Services

Swedish Massage

$100

60min

$140

90min

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Cranial Unwinding

$80

30min

$100

60min

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Intuitive Healing

$100

60min

$120

90min

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Reiki

$100

60min

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Meditation Services

BrainTap 30

$30

30min

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by Anonymous on Feb 23

I had an injured shoulder on my first visit and she was able to gently and thoroughly release tension from the area without it being painful. I was so grateful! Thanks Kara!

by Samantha on Feb 18

Kara listens to you and your body. You can tell she is in tune and listening to what you need rather than going through a standard procedure. Truly amazing, I felt relaxed but she was able to apply the pressure and deep work needed without causing any discomfort. Quiet and respectful of the relaxation ambiance, music and lighting. Great insight into my body and mind connection. I have gone back already and will continue to be a regular to receive her caring touch and healing energy.

by Jean on Dec 17

I had a 90-minute deep tissue massage and Kara was phenomenal. This was my first massage with Kara and I already rescheduled.

by Joanne on Oct 16

Look forward to going each time. Kara knows exactly how to help make me feel relaxed & take the pain away. Very relaxing room with soothing lighting & calming music. And last time she had lavender in the diffuser. Perfect!

by Denise on Sep 28

The space is so inviting and clean. Kara always makes me feel comfortable right away. Great easy communication. Massage was wonderful, my body and mind feel so much better, and I had so much energy the rest of the day!

by Maurio on Sep 17

I felt I got the best treatment I could get.

by Rick on Sep 16

I moved to Mesa about a year ago, tried several massage places. was ready to give up on massage, it was a waste of money. I was refered to Kara by my personal trainer. WOW finaly a professional who really knows what she is doing. Kara was awesome. she knows how to work that deep tissue massage to really relax and release tight muscles. She also showed me exercise to do for my chronic bad shoulder bringing back mobility I have not had in years. The studio is clean and very inviting. Loved it so much I booked a massage for my wife, and another for me.

by Anonymous on Sep 10

Kara has mad intuitive skills and magic hands. Highly recommend! chele ♡

by Sarah on Aug 20

Kara was amazing. Very nice person and awesome massage!

by Dana on Jul 23

Kara is a true expert in her field and will take the time to customize treatment for each individual at every appointment.

Melissa D.

License: AZ #MT-09656

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I graduated from Chandler Gilbert Community College with my Associates in Therapeutic Massage in 2007. I've worked with a chiropractor for 10+ years and at gyms at the YMCA and ASU for 8 years. I specialize in deep tissue and trigger point.

Bodywork Services

Deep Tissue

$80

30min

$100

60min

$140

90min

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Swedish Massage

$100

60min

$140

90min

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Pregnancy Massage

$100

60min

$120

90min

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by Anonymous on Jan 22

Melissa focused on and relived shoulder and neck pain that was getting worse for months. I woke today with almost no pain. I am so grateful I definatly recommend Melissa to anyone in need of relief.

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by Anonymous on Feb 2021

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Kara's massages are awesome! I had an injured shoulder on my first visit and she was able to gently and thoroughly release tension from the area without it being painful. I was so grateful! Thanks Kara!

by Samantha on Feb 2021

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A quiet and quaint location, parking is easy and check in was simple too. Ambiance is clean, fresh and colorful. From COVID to clean bathrooms to clean tables, it was perfect and stress free.

by Anonymous on Jan 2021

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Simply amazing!

by Natalie on Dec 2020

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I was referred to Upward Light Healing by my mother and was not let down. They are very clean, friendly and professional.

by Jean on Dec 2020

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I had a 90-minute deep tissue massage and Kara was phenomenal. This was my first massage with Kara and I already rescheduled.

by Joanne on Oct 2020

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by Denise on Sep 2020

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by Maurio on Sep 2020

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I felt I got the best treatment I could get.

by Rick on Sep 2020

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by Anonymous on Sep 2020

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Kara has mad intuitive skills and magic hands. Highly recommend! chele ♡

by Sarah on Aug 2020

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Kara was amazing. Very nice person and awesome massage!

by Dana on Jul 2020

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Kara is a true expert in her field and will take the time to customize treatment for each individual at every appointment.

by Anonymous on Jul 2020

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Kara is kind, professional and amazing at what she does. She she has natural healing abilities.

by Linda on Jul 2020

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She’s simply amazing! ❤️❤️❤️

by Susan on Jul 2020

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Kara is my lifesaver, she keeps my body going😀

by Nancy on Jul 2020

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Love Kara!!!

by Anonymous on Jun 2020

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Kara did an amazing job fixing a shoulder issue that I was having.

by Lisa on May 2020

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Kara is a miracle worker!

Upward Light Healing

128 W Pepper Pl

Mesa , AZ 85201 map it

Phone: (480) 332-4526

License: #LIC20-01562

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About Us

Upward Light Healing

Hours of Operation

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Hours of Operation

Client Testimonials

Here's what our clients are saying

Deep Tissue

Swedish Massage

Cranial Unwinding

Pregnancy Massage

Intuitive Healing

Reiki

BrainTap 30

Special Intro to Cranial Unwinding Energy Work 10%OFF

Kara F.

Swedish Massage

Cranial Unwinding

Intuitive Healing

Reiki

BrainTap 30

Melissa D.

Deep Tissue

Swedish Massage

Pregnancy Massage

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