About Us
Our goal at Empowering Hands goes beyond providing a relaxing massage for our clients. We aim to provide a safe healing environment to bring the body and mind back to optimal health through therapeutic bodywork. Working with each client’s individual needs our therapists will develop a road map that will be customized to exactly what each client needs whether you are seeking a long term treatment plan for chronic pain or are interested in finding the tension and stress relief provided by occasional sessions.
Each and every day our bodies are being tugged at in many different directions. Our busy lives often put health and wellbeing on the back burner. Empowering Hands realizes this and strives to bring back awareness to the body. Working with the many techniques our therapists are trained...
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Empowering Hands Therapeutic Massage
4200 Scotts Valley Drive
Suite A
SCOTTS VALLEY , CA 95066 map it
(831) 888-7614
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Emily B.
License: CA #53105
71 Verified Reviews
Bodywork Services
Therapeutic Massage
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Anonymous
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Oct 08
Great technique.
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Nicole
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Oct 08
Emily was fantastic! I can't recommend her highly enough. I've had many massages, with different practitioners, and Emily ranks amongst the best.
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Anonymous
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Oct 01
Emily has magic hands!
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Chris
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Sep 27
She is the best!
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Anonymous
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Sep 24
I liked the constant pressure and the fact that the massage went without breaks. The hot towels were appreciated and felt great.
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Anonymous
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Sep 05
Very skilled, great massage
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Crissy
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Aug 16
Emily is phenomenal!
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Angela
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Jul 18
Emily is knowledgeable and thorough. I had a nagging injury and she continued to work various places until the pain in my hip resolved. She offered me methods of self care at home and helped me take steps forward towards running pain free. Thank you Emily!
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Cecily
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Jul 17
Emily is wonderful and she is a very talented massage therapist. She helped me with a torn hamstring. Other massage therapists that I went to had not been able to release it, but she did. I will be coming back. Thanks again Emily.
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Charmian
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Jul 05
The space is very peaceful quiet and welcoming. I loved the Cozy sheets and blankets as well as the hot towels.
Tara M.
License: CA #76694
15 Verified Reviews
Bodywork Services
Therapeutic Massage
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Mark
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Sep 22
Exactly what I needed.
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Anonymous
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Jun 13
I love that Tara was in tune with what my body needed. She was obviously very skilled and had a great balance of relaxation and working out knots. She was personable, professional and kind. Thank you! I loved it :)
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Anonymous
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May 20
I feel Tara stays connected throughout the massage. She explores listens and inquires with her hands.
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Reina
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Mar 28
I felt amazing after, thank you so much Tara!! Definitely coming back!!
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Kimberly
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Jan 06
I found the massage to be excellent...just the righ
T pressure and tailored to my needs.
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Annie
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Dec 09
Tara was very sweet and extremely knowledgable :-)
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Athena
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Dec 08
She was very attentive to my problem areas
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Kristin
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Nov 27
Tara was fantastic!
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Theresa
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Sep 11
Thank you so much, Tara. You are exceptional!
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Anonymous
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Sep 05
Soft spoken but STRONG hands! Moves through different stages in the massage seamlessly. Very professional.
Jake M.
License: CA #75498
12 Verified Reviews
Bodywork Services
Therapeutic Massage
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Bodywork Services
In Home/ In Room Massage
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Anonymous
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Oct 06
Liked that Jake took into account my lifestyle so he could understand my injury
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Heather
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Oct 02
I book my massages with Jake, who has a gracious deameanor, and is knowledgeable in theraputic massage. He has been able to work out years of muscle tension that has been pulling on my back, shoulders, and neck, which helps make it possible to keep my physically demanding job! Highly recommended! ~Heather A.
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Anonymous
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Aug 23
Jake does an excellent job.
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Corinne
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Jul 31
Always feel like a new person after my massages with Jake. Restorative, relaxing and addresses all of my pain points. Simply perfect.
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Jeanna
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Jul 24
This guy was awesome. He did such a great job I was in so much pain and discomfort and when he finished I felt so much better. He was extremely helpful and informative on more things to do after going home and follow-up contact information as well. Overall I would highly recommend this place and definitly Jake Medvidovich. Thank you so much!!!!
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Kristi
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May 21
Jake thank you so much! I look forward to coming back during college break!
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Jane
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Apr 23
Jake is very knowledgeable. He assessed my range of motion after my injury and adjusted my treatment as needed.
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Jim
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Mar 12
Very knowledgeable. Jake's a good communicator as well.
Massages are expensive and this industry is extensive in the Santa Cruz area so it's important to have someone with these personal skills.
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Anonymous
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Dec 31
Jake is kind and professional.
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Anonymous
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Dec 30
Jake listened to my explanation of what was bothering me and used the appointment time to concentrate on those areas.
Jennifer F.
License: CA #74858
2 Verified Reviews
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Therapeutic Massage
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In Home/ In Room Massage
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Anonymous
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Sep 19
Professional, courteous and asked many questions before beginning the massage. Loved it!
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Joel
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Jul 16
Jennifer was not afraid to go deep where I needed it most. My brother-in-law, who has cancer, raved about the good work Jennifer did on him. One of the best massages both of us have ever received.
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by Anonymous on Oct 2019
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Nice atmosphere.
by Nicole on Oct 2019
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Very relaxing environment
by Anonymous on Oct 2019
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Jake M.
For me suffering a back injury I found the accessibility a little hard.
by Heather on Oct 2019
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Service Received: Save $45 When You Buy Three 90 Minute Massages with Jake M.
I fr
by Anonymous on Oct 2019
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Great location and very nice inside!
by Chris on Sep 2019
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Service Received: Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Excellent massage!!!
by Anonymous on Sep 2019
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
The room was very clean and very quiet--so I was able to relax
by Mark on Sep 2019
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Service Received: Save $15 When You Buy Three 60 Minute Massages with Tara M.
Very relaxing.
by Anonymous on Sep 2019
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Jennifer F.
Very quiet, soothing location. A peaceful break after a busy day.
by Anonymous on Sep 2019
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Service Received: 90 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Lovely and calm
by Anonymous on Aug 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Jake M.
Jake does an excellent job.
by Crissy on Aug 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Emily B.
The location is beautiful and calming!
by Corinne on Jul 2019
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Jake M.
Love the ambiance! Beautiful and comfortable treatment rooms and easy location. Most important, excellent services and service. LOVE Empowering Hands!
by Jeanna on Jul 2019
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Service Received: 75 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Jake M.
Very clean and pleasant environment.
by Angela on Jul 2019
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
An excellent place filled with healing, knowledge, professionalism and love!
by Cecily on Jul 2019
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Service Received: 75 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Excellent massage! I will definately be coming back.
by Joel on Jul 2019
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Jennifer F.
Empowering hands was very accommodating. We were able to schedule five appointments concurrently and back to back on a Saturday in July.
by Charmian on Jul 2019
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
I have now received prenatal massages from both Tara and Emily. Both therapists are very professional, and really know their stuff! I felt so relaxed and I also really appreciated how they spent extra time on specific areas i requested. I will definitely be back!
by Anonymous on Jun 2019
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Service Received: 75 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Tara M.
Very comfortable and peaceful atmosphere (music, aromatherapy, temperature)
by David on Jun 2019
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Emily always does awesome and relaxing work! She really helped loosen some major knots on my neck & shoulders, feeling better already!
by Kane on May 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Emily B.
very professional office
by Kristi on May 2019
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Jake M.
It was my first massage, and as a college Division 1 tennis player it was the most amazing experience I have ever had! Jake really worked on targeted areas for my tennis game, and including helping with recent surgery I had on my foot, due to a tennis injury.
by Anonymous on May 2019
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Tara M.
With tense muscles the details of essential oils and hot towels feels great.
by Brand-di on May 2019
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Service Received: 45 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
The setting is charming and relaxing.
by Nicole on Apr 2019
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Great place! Right off the road. The waiting room is nice and comfortable.
by Anonymous on Apr 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Emily B.
The very BEST!
by Jane on Apr 2019
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Jake M.
Jake is very knowledgeable. He assessed my range of motion after my injury and adjusted my treatment as needed.
by Kristi on Apr 2019
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Service Received: 75 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
So happy to have such a professional massage therapy business in Scotts Valley!
by Anonymous on Apr 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Emily B.
Peaceful environment and welcoming atmosphere.
by Anne on Apr 2019
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Service Received: 45 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
I highly recommend
by Reina on Mar 2019
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Service Received: Bodywork with Tara M.
Love your new location!
by Anonymous on Mar 2019
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Service Received: 90 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Office is in a nice spot. Music was a little loud, but that’s me. Music sequence was good.
by Anonymous on Mar 2019
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Service Received: 90 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Emily is so talented. I have been struggling with shoulder pain and she was able to loosen it and lessen my discomfort a great deal.
by Jim on Mar 2019
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Service Received: 90 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Jake M.
Very comfortable atmosphere despite the road noise.
by Anonymous on Feb 2019
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
I liked the new location: More space and brighter. Same professional and quality service provided by Emily.
by Kailey on Feb 2019
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Great atmosphere! Very relaxing! Easy location. Friendly staff! Talented massage therapists!
by justin on Feb 2019
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Very clean, warm and welcoming.
by Anonymous on Feb 2019
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Service Received: 90 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Studio is clean and quiet. The whole experience was peaceful and healing. Hot towels, aroma therapy all the small extra things that complement the massage.
by Anonymous on Feb 2019
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
the new studio is very warm and welcoming
by Anonymous on Feb 2019
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
The room was a bit cooler than I would of liked but overall I really enjoyed my massage.
by Patricia on Feb 2019
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
I enjoy the massage in this place because the ambience is calm and quiet beside the place is beautiful decorated.
by Jessa on Jan 2019
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Service Received: 75 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Empowering Hands location was easy to get too and removed from too much noise and distraction — overall a pleasant environment.
by Kimberly on Jan 2019
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Service Received: 45 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Tara M.
It’s a small space so you can hear activity in the check in area while receiving treatment.
by Anonymous on Dec 2018
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Service Received: 75 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Jake M.
The room was freezing cold which was unpleasant. I want to be warm and comfortable when receiving a massage. The table was heated but whatever body part was being worked on was very cold. Massage therapist hands were ice cold as well. It wasn’t the optimal experience.
by Anonymous on Dec 2018
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Service Received: Bodywork with Jake M.
A peaceful place with great service.
by Anonymous on Dec 2018
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Service Received: Bodywork with Emily B.
One of the best massages I've had. Really therapeutic.
by Anonymous on Dec 2018
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Service Received: Bodywork with Emily B.
It was a GREAT massage. Very helpful to regaining my strength and posture.
by Anonymous on Dec 2018
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Lovely office that was warm and inviting.
by Annie on Dec 2018
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Tara M.
Gorgeous essential oils.
by Athena on Dec 2018
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Tara M.
I love that we didn’t have to talk and I was able to focus on her touch and my own meditation
by Susan on Dec 2018
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
I love everything about my massages at Empowering Hands. The massages make me feel so good while I am having them. I can feel my whole body relax and I like that I am doing something nice for myself.
by Charlie on Dec 2018
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
First visit... Emily was great and worked on the areas that were giving me issues... room was comfortable and soothing music was nice... would recommend and will be back.
by Kristin on Nov 2018
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Tara M.
I am looking forward to me next visit!
by Jen on Nov 2018
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Service Received: Bodywork with Jake M.
Nice office, clean and comfortable.
by Anonymous on Nov 2018
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Lovely massage studio. There’s lots of natural light, which makes it feel airy and clean.
by Carl on Nov 2018
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Service Received: 90 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Jake M.
Very knowledgeable and professional. Great improved ambiance location.
by Cheryl on Nov 2018
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
The massage table was warm! The oils smelled wonderful. Still moving in - will be wonderful when it's complete.
by Ann on Nov 2018
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Service Received: Bodywork with Emily B.
Love the new location!
by Dorris on Oct 2018
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Service Received: Bodywork with Emily B.
Love everything. Felt great after first session. Able to do more when I got home.
by Anonymous on Oct 2018
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Service Received: Bodywork with Emily B.
Great new location in Scotts Valley!
by Priest on Sep 2018
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Service Received: Bodywork with Emily B.
All I have to say is I have been to a LOT of massage therapists and Emily by far has been one of the best! I am very particular and nervous about having people touch certain areas which are tender, she is very gentle and precise. Her ability to find those “spots” and manipulate your muscles into submission is remarkable. She found areas I didn’t even know were tight and she massaged them right out. She is very professional and discreet, listening to what is bothering you and checking to make sure the pressure is good.
She definitely has healing hands and she gives you a combination of all of her modalities. She is especially skilled with myofascial release technique.
If you can’t already tell how impressed I am and pleased with her technique and abilities, I bought the 5 session packet. I can’t wait to see her again. I look forward to seeing her new place and her vision for the future.
Thank you so much Emily, you are a Godsend!
by Donna on Sep 2018
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Service Received: 90 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
The studio is beautiful. and elegant. The linens are extraordinary and the essential oils are of the highest quality. You will feel like you are at a 5-star resort!
by Theresa on Sep 2018
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Tara M.
Empowering Hands is a wonderful place for a massage. I had Tara and she is amazing. My friend had Emily and she felt the same way. I highly recommend them!
by Anonymous on Sep 2018
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Service Received: Bodywork with Emily B.
I had a little bit of a hard time finding where the office was but once found the space for my massage was great.
by Anonymous on Sep 2018
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Service Received: 90 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Booked a second massage!!!
by Lyn on Sep 2018
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Service Received: Bodywork with Emily B.
I have made a full review on YELP.
by Anonymous on Sep 2018
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Excellent in every way.
by Anonymous on Sep 2018
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Service Received: 30 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Tara M.
Great music choice
by Anonymous on Aug 2018
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Service Received: 75 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Really enjoyed a much needed massage. Emily was great!
by Anonymous on Aug 2018
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Tara M.
Great location near Highway 17!
by Diane on Aug 2018
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Service Received: 45 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Easy on-line booking
by Anonymous on Aug 2018
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Service Received: 75 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Quiet, clean and pleasant space. Emily worked on my husband amd me. She was very professional, skillful and caring in the massage therapy she provided us.
by Rachel on Jul 2018
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Service Received: Bodywork with Emily B.
Emily was wonderful! She wanted to know where the trouble spots were and found tension that I didn't even know I had! Definitely the best massage I've had. I am excited to come back again soon!!
by Estella on Jun 2018
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Service Received: Bodywork with Tara M.
I have had many massages, this is the first time I have been so relaxed. Excellent!!
by Anonymous on Jun 2018
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Great place for a massage. Had a wonderful experience.
by Heather on Jun 2018
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Great atmosphere. Large room. All around wonderful!
by Kathie on Apr 2018
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Service Received: 30 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
My 90n minute massage was excellent. Emily has a perfect touch and I look forward to my next massage.
by Becky on Apr 2018
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Service Received: 75 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Tara M.
everything was great~
by Dave on Mar 2018
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Tara M.
Tara is an excellent Massage Therapist.
by Lisa on Mar 2018
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Tara M.
Got the appointment right away; really appreciated that, as I am new to their practice!
by Carl on Feb 2018
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Service Received: 90 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Ive been coming here since last summer and they have gotten to know my needs and been keeping tract of my progress and different muscle needs. Very attentive and professional. The massage room has a relaxing and calm vibe with pleasant decoration and colors. Highly recommend people to try them. Convenient hours open. They have a web site and app. Very convenient and professional.
by Suzan on Feb 2018
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
This was my first visit here. Wonderful room and Emily gave me a fantastic massage. She was professional and listened to my request. I was feeling very stressed and I knew my muscles needed more than a Swedish/light massage but I wasn't up for it. She had just the right pressure to just the right tight muscles while keeping it stress-relieving as well. That's quite a balance. Thank you Emily.
by Philippe on Jan 2018
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Service Received: 45 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Everything was perfect - relaxing and renewing experience
by Christen on Jan 2018
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
After a very stressful week, this massage was relaxing and restorative. Gentle, where pressure was not needed, and therapeutic where my muscles were sore.
by Carolee on Jan 2018
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
I really enjoyed my 60 minute massage, all areas that needed attention were addressed perfectly, including hands and feet.
by Maureen on Jan 2018
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Emily is great! Super relaxing, great massage!!
by Jane on Dec 2017
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Service Received: 75 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Emily was very professional and checked in frequently to see if her pressure was too much or too little. There were nice touches like warm towels and a heated bed.
by Anonymous on Dec 2017
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Service Received: 30 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Great massage! Therapeutic and relaxing Emily really knows her stuff!
by Marilyn on Dec 2017
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Service Received: 75 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Emily's massages are the best I have had. She has the best hands! Her use of aromatics enhances the experience even more. I love coming here.
by Corinne on Dec 2017
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Love Emily's massage technique and wonderful disposition. She's done a wonderful job in helping to alleviate my back pain from scoliosis. I highy recommend Emily!
by Anonymous on Nov 2017
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Emily was great, very professional.
by Becky on Nov 2017
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Emily was amazing. She has the ability to make your massage relaxing yet work out the knots with firm pressure where needed. The hot stones wear amazing and foot scrub Devine.
by Jami on Nov 2017
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
So great, I’ll be back next week!
by Susan on Nov 2017
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
I had a very good "first time" experience and am looking forward to my 2nd appointment. I felt that Emily really understood what I needed and gave me the perfect massage. I felt comfortable and in good "hands"!
by Marianne on Nov 2017
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Awesome very professional and reasonably priced
by Erin on Nov 2017
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Service Received: 75 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Thanks so much! Emily is an outstanding massage therapist!
by Joshua on Oct 2017
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Service Received: 45 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Emily has true skill as a healer. She listen to my needs and devised a treatment plan that was well thought out and executed.
by Jamie on Oct 2017
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Service Received: 90 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Amazing space, great pressure and special touches like hot towels and yummy oil! I loved this massage and want MORE!
by Anonymous on Oct 2017
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Service Received: 60 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Fantastic! One of the best massages I have received. Emily did as I requested and has a lovely calming presence yet has incredibly strong hands! She also didn't talk talk talk the whole time which is hard to listen to when I'm concentrating on releasing the tension and breathing through the massage. I'm staying with her, for sure.
by Carey on Oct 2017
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Service Received: 90 Minute Therapeutic Massage with Emily B.
Emily is very skilled and professional. Great at deep tissue she knows when to ask questions and when to be quiet for the pstient to relax- I am coming back and I luv her.
Empowering Hands Therapeutic Massage
Phone: (831) 888-7614