Hello. I am Vered, head therapist and owner of Opuntia Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork. Throughout my life, I have sought ways work with healing, as I strongly believe that one of life’s greatest gifts is helping others.  I have personally experienced the benefits of receiving massage and utilizing other complementary alternative medicines (CAM) to alleviate stress and physical ailments.  The benefits I received from these therapies were so positively life changing that they influenced my decision to become a certified massage therapist. I knew that in that role I could pass on tremendous benefits to others as well.  

Drawing on critical thought and creativity I facilitate healing by finding unique or unexpected approaches to various conditions. Emotional well-being is just as important as physical health and one of my priorities is to help my clients reduce their daily stress and to become more balanced.  I am committed to my craft and believe that every person has the ability to heal themselves. I work from a place of respect for wherever my clients are in their process of self-care, and by creating a safe space where human bodies can just be human bodies-with no prejudices. 

As my client, you need to be proactive, empowered, and committed to your growth and forward momentum—not a passive audience member. We’re helping your body heal together.  My work mainly involves Swedish Massage with fascial work, active or passive movements, trigger point therapy, acupressure, and reflexology.   I love people and I feel honored and privileged to help them feel happy and healthy.  The best way I can facilitate happiness and health in others is by passing along my knowledge of massage therapy.