Feel free to reach out by text : 510.508.6134 for appointment inquiry, rescheduling, question, etc.

  • All new clients are require to book online.
  • At the beginning of the session, I often work through clothing, so please wear flexible, comfortable clothes and avoid denim or layers.

Please note that, starting January 1, 2025, new rates will apply, and tips will no longer be expected:

NKT & Ashiatsu - 50min/$180, 80min/$270, 110min/$360

Esalen - 50min/$170, 80min/$250

We’re Hiring! Spring 2025 : Join our team as a skilled and compassionate massage therapist dedicated to helping clients feel nurtured, empowered, and connected through bodywork. A background in or willingness to learn Ashiatsu or Esalen massage is a plus.

If this sounds like you, contact us for application details—we’d love to meet you!

NeuroKinetic Therapy® & Ashiatsu Massage

NeuroKinetic Therapy®(NKT), also known as Neuromuscular Reprogramming®(NMR), is an innovative manual therapy method that uses manual muscle testing to assess and correct dysfunctions in the brain's coordination system. This therapy session offers a unique blend of treatments, including Ashiatsu DeepFeet Bar Therapy, myofascial cupping (when necessary), and NeuroKinetic Therapy. It is grounded i... Read More

NeuroKinetic Therapy®(NKT), also known as Neuromuscular Reprogramming®(NMR), is an innovative manual therapy method that uses manual muscle testing to assess and correct dysfunctions in the brain's coordination system. This therapy session offers a unique blend of treatments, including Ashiatsu DeepFeet Bar Therapy, myofascial cupping (when necessary), and NeuroKinetic Therapy. It is grounded in a neurofunctional and kinesiological understanding of bodywork, involving a comprehensive analysis of the body's layers and using manual muscle testing to identify imbalances within the musculoskeletal system. Specifically, we assess which muscles or structures in any kinetic chain are either overactive (over-facilitated) or underactive (inhibited).

When certain muscles or structures fail to adequately support the musculoskeletal system, others are forced to overcompensate, leading to imbalances. These imbalances can result from various factors, including overuse, stress, past or current trauma, acute or chronic pain, poor breathing mechanics, or dysfunctional movement patterns. A critical aspect of our therapy is identifying these compensation patterns through manual muscle testing. However, it's important to recognize that some patterns may be secondary or tertiary responses to a deeper issue. Our primary objective is to identify and treat the 'prime driver' of these compensation patterns. By focusing on the root cause, we often see secondary and tertiary issues resolve themselves, allowing the central nervous system to re-establish balance and proper function.

Pressure range : Medium - Deep


Esalen® Massage

Immerse yourself in the profoundly integrative experience of Esalen Massage, a practice that harmonizes body, mind, and spirit through mindful touch and fluid, long strokes. This presence-based approach utilizes a variety of techniques and theories, working 'with' the body rather than 'on' it. By melding classic Swedish massage with sensory awareness practices and the slow, flowing movements of... Read More

Immerse yourself in the profoundly integrative experience of Esalen Massage, a practice that harmonizes body, mind, and spirit through mindful touch and fluid, long strokes. This presence-based approach utilizes a variety of techniques and theories, working 'with' the body rather than 'on' it. By melding classic Swedish massage with sensory awareness practices and the slow, flowing movements of T'ai Chi, Esalen Massage is renowned for its soothing, long, integrating strokes. This creates an experience of deep relaxation, supporting the body's natural ability to self-heal. Should you require a more targeted approach, neuromuscular techniques can be seamlessly incorporated to address specific areas of tension. For more information, visit [www.esalen.org]

Pressure range : Light - Medium

Tanya Mervin(CAMTC #78459) was born in Thailand and raised primarily in Japan before moving to the Bay Area. Her journey into bodywork and healing arts began after a transformative massage experience that profoundly influenced her approach. She initially pursued her practice in Thailand, where she completed a comprehensive 372-hour Traditional Thai Massage program in Chiang Mai, certified by the Union of Thai Traditional Medicine Society. Continuing her education in California, Tanya studied Western Massage Therapy at the McKinnon Institute in the San Francisco Bay Area and later served as a Deep Tissue instructor. Her credentials include certifications in NeuroKinetic Therapy®(level 3), Esalen® Massage, and Ashiatsu DeepFeet Bar Therapy®. Tanya is particularly intrigued by the profound effects of neuromuscular massage in addressing what she considers the “software” of the body—those complex patterns of tension and dysfunction. She values how this approach can reset and recalibrate both physical and emotional states, leading to lasting relief and healing. Dedicated to creating a nurturing healing environment, Tanya focuses on facilitating deep human connection through her practice. Her work is driven by a fascination with the transformative power of touch and its ability to resolve various physical and emotional imbalances. Her sessions are designed to help clients slow down, find stillness, and reconnect with their bodies, offering a sense of care and support.

Tanya Mervin(CAMTC #78459) was born in Thailand and raised primarily in Japan before moving to th... Read More

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