Business Details
San Francisco's Premier Massage & Holistic Bodywork Services
For over a decade, I have dedicated myself to the art of holistic bodywork, integrating soothing Esalen massage with targeted deep tissue therapy to address individual needs. My practice emphasizes conscious touch and quality of contact, tailored to each client's unique requirements for physical and emotional well-being. Trained at the Esalen Institute and holding a PhD in somatic psychology, I approach healing as a holistic integration of body, mind, and spirit. My sessions prioritize client comfort while addressing chronic tension patterns through slow, intentional deep tissue work. I completed advanced training in Thai massage and yoga instruction, which inform my comprehensive understanding of the mind-body connection.With experience working with diverse populations, including special needs children and elephants in Cambodia, I bring a compassionate perspective to bodywork. I maintain a California Massage Therapy License (#22344) and continually refine my skills through annual training at Esalen. My practice currently offers outcall services in San Francisco, with plans to establish a dedicated space for incall appointments. I provide sliding scale appointments for those facing financial hardship, ensuring accessibility to quality bodywork. Every session incorporates my commitment to awakening deeper embodiment and lasting relief from stress and discomfort.
Services
Esalen Massage
Deep Tissue Therapy
Outcall Services
Thai Massage
Holistic Bodywork
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of specialized experience in holistic bodywork techniques
- Our therapist holds a PhD in somatic psychology and Esalen Institute training
- We provide personalized sessions integrating multiple advanced massage modalities
- Sliding scale appointments ensure accessibility for diverse financial situations
- Our deep tissue therapy emphasizes client comfort with pressure adjustments
What people say
Intuitive, healing, professional
Outstanding massage experience
Exceptional problem spot relief
Very attuned to needs
Best bodywork practitioner
Services
Esalen Massage
This flowing, sensuous bodywork technique uses long integrating strokes to address physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Practiced with massage oil on bare skin, it emphasizes conscious touch and quality of contact. Clients receive personalized sessions that balance relaxation with therapeutic pressure for comprehensive well-being.
Deep Tissue Therapy
Slow, careful deep tissue work targets chronic muscle tension while maintaining client comfort. Focused pressure releases rigid structures without unnecessary pain, balancing therapeutic effectiveness with pleasurable release. This method promotes increased vitality by eliminating long-held physical stress patterns through attentive, individualized application.
Outcall Services
Professional bodywork delivered at client locations within San Francisco and the Greater Bay Area. Travel fees apply for locations beyond San Francisco proper. Ensures accessibility to quality massage therapy for clients preferring home or office environments while maintaining therapeutic standards and personalized attention during sessions.
People
Jonathan Erickson
Massage Therapist
Certified practitioner with Esalen Institute training and PhD in somatic psychology. Specializes in integrating Esalen massage, deep tissue therapy, and holistic approaches. Offers personalized sessions addressing physical and emotional well-being through conscious touch techniques.
Questions
What massage techniques do you offer?
I specialize in Esalen Massage and Deep Tissue Therapy, integrating conscious touch techniques tailored to individual needs. Sessions combine flowing strokes with targeted pressure adjustments for optimal tension release.
Do you offer mobile massage services?
Yes, I provide outcall services in San Francisco with travel fees applying for Greater Bay Area locations. Contact for specific details about mobile session availability.
Are sliding scale appointments available?
Limited discounted sliding scale appointments are offered weekly for those facing financial hardship. Contact to discuss your situation and request availability.
What qualifications do you have?
I hold a California Massage Therapy License (#22344), Esalen Institute training, advanced Thai massage certification, and a PhD in somatic psychology. Annual deep tissue training maintains technical excellence.
How long are your sessions?
Standard sessions run 60 or 90 minutes, with time allocated for consultation and personalized treatment planning. Extended sessions allow deeper therapeutic work and complete relaxation.
