Valerie Rix

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"Touch comes before sight, before speech. It is the first language and the last, and it always tells the truth." -Margaret Atwood

Hi! I'm Val, a Licensed Massage Therapist and trauma-informed Yoga teacher with nearly a decade of experience as a body worker.  I found Yoga and massage around the same time, over 20 years ago. I've continually benefitted from both practices, ranging from injury recovery to stress management to increased overall wellbeing, and I'm grateful to be able to share those same benefits with others. The longer I'm in practice, the more I'm in awe of the body’s innate ability to repair and recover, a...

Hi! I'm Val, a Licensed Massage Therapist and trauma-informed Yoga teacher with nearly a decade of experience as a body worker.  I found Yoga and massage around the same time, over 20 years ago. I've continually benefitted from both practices, ranging from injury recovery to stress management to increased overall wellbeing, and I'm grateful to be able to share those same benefits with others. The longer I'm in practice, the more I'm in awe of the body’s innate ability to repair and recover, and the way our nervous systems are involved in what and how we feel. I'm passionate about how the body works and repairs as a whole, and approach each treatment with the full body in mind, blending modalities to achieve personalized, lasting ease and relief.

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Where I Work
Available Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Living Joy Massage and Yoga LLC
115

7400 Waukegan Rd

Niles, IL 60714

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IL # 227016102

REVIEWS for my Bodywork or Yoga services

by Chris on Mar 13
Worked my hip to where it feels half of it(25)
by Lauren on Mar 11
Joy has a real gift. She is one of the best masseuses I've ever encountered. She is so knowledgable about the anatomy and is intuitive, recognizing where in the body massage therapy is needed.
by Emma on Feb 28
My experience was absolutely flawless and incredible. From the moment I walked in, I was instantly at ease. The calming atmosphere and attention to detail in the massage room created a blissfully relaxing experience. Val is amazing at making the whole experience feel so easy, flowy, and comfortable. Her skills as a massage therapist are excellent. I had long held tension in my back, neck, and shoulders and she worked at the knots with just the right amount of pressure while checking in to make sure it was comfortable for me. The whole experience was flawless, I immediately booked my next appointment, and can't wait to go back! I can't recommend her enough!
by Liz on Feb 21
Val is tremendous. She is so skilled, so caring and so wonderful. I highly recommend her.
by Anonymous on Feb 19
Finds the right pressure
by Karen on Feb 14
Val takes the time so ask what you need so that your goals for the massage are met. She also remembers the areas that she has focused on in the past and factors that into the plan to make the most of your time. I cannot recommend her enough.
by Anonymous on Feb 14
Val is great! She asks questions and in tune with client needs. It is very evident that she is knowledgeable and focused on client centered care.
by Anonymous on Nov 12
Val is amazing she is so knowledgeable in her profession and she really cares about her clients. Highly recommend.
by Jodi on Oct 19
Bal is always professional and kind.
by Anonymous on Oct 18
Val did a wonderful job, the best massage I’ve had in a long time. She’s very attentive and thorough and really knows how to apply massage techniques for pain relief.

SPECIALTIES: Bodywork and Massage techniques I perform

Bodywork & Massage

  • Massage
  • Mobile Massage Therapy
  • Chair Massage

Yoga

  • Private Yoga class

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Living Joy Massage and Yoga LLC

7400 Waukegan Rd

Niles, IL 60714
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