I just received a massage from Karma and was impressed with both her ability and demeanor. Her introductory massage offer is a real treat: a two hour session for on $75! Over the two hours, I was treated to a full-body massage that really heightened my awareness of how much pain I had been holding in certain smaller areas (as a Chronic back pain sufferer, smaller muscle pain is often masked by that from my back).
Aside from her technique and knowledge, which were readily apparent, what set Karma apart from many therapists I have encountered was her emphasis on communication throughout the massage. She checked in with me enough to allow me to ask for more or less pressure or help her find a particularly tense spot, but not so often as to distract me from relaxing or breathing properly.
Most importantly, Karma seemed genuinely concerned with my well-being. Even though I enjoyed her massage, she was aware that I needed deeper therapeutic work done on my back than she could dispense, given her frame, the laws of physics, etc. Instead of making something up about not wanting to go to deep because of my previous back injuries (or some such lie to keep my business), Karma, unsolicited, gave me a referral to another therapist (a male) who does deep work on her. I really appreciated her candor and willingness to try to find me the best help possible.
Pros: Technique, Personality, Genuine Care
Cons: Her slight frame may prevent her from going very deep on a client's back
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