I believe that listening to the client and their body and empowering them is paramount to the healing process. I am passionate about massage and believe in bringing balance to the body by addressing underlying issues by combining deep, relaxing bodywork with assisted stretching.

I graduated from the Cortiva Institute of Chicago in 2014, but my background in massage didn't begin there. Being the son of an accomplished massage therapist has provided me with an intuitive understanding of the body and all of the benefits that massage brings, and I helped out at a chiropractic clinic for a few years before deciding to go to school.

I believe that what sets my style apart is that I can draw from unique experiences in both clinical and spa settings. It is my understanding that the best and most transformative massage is one that strikes a balance between soothing and healing; My inspiration comes from a rich background of education. Some of the modalities that I offer are as follows: Deep tissue massage, neuromuscular therapy, myofascial release, Swedish Massage, Esalen style, assisted stretching, contrast therapy, sports massage, and Thai massage techniques.

What do I like to do when not working? Being in nature, taking long walks and camping. I also enjoy spending time in saunas and hot tubs for health and relaxation purposes.

Nikolai Massage

Customized Bodywork (Floor Mat)