Therapists Information
We have over 50 Massage Therapists and six Estheticians on staff. Modalities and Treatments, Self Description, and Work Days for some of our therapists are listed below. Our Reservations Staff will be happy to provide you with information about any of our therapists and can assist you with choosing the right therapist for your needs.
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Name: Dave R
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Herbal Renewal
Description:"Deep but gentle, gentle but deep" (client comment). Skilled, experienced Swedish massage therapy, releasing muscular tension and removing stress from every day life. A wide range of pressure available, from light to deep Swedish, according to your wishes. If you seek genuine relaxation and calm, I look forward to working with you.
Work Days: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Sundays
Name: Richard
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Shiatsu, Blend, Craniosacral
Self Description: I have been practicing massage and manual therapy professionally for 17 years. I have worked in San Francisco privately and for The Olympic Club, The Sports Club/ LA, and the Quan Yin Healing Arts Center. My training includes Swedish and Shiatsu massage and Acupressure. My work is informed by my studies of Craniosacral and other manual therapies I have learned through the Upledger Institute, Chinese medicine, yoga, pilates and dance. I can do Swedish, using oils or lotion, or Shiatsu, using just pressure. I can also administer Craniosacral using a more subtle, lighter touch. Or if it better suits your needs, I can blend all these modalities together.
Work Days: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays
Name: Ame
Modalities& Treatments: Acupuncture, Swedish, Abhyanga, Shirodara, Lulur, Herbal Renewal, Body Polish, Body Wraps, Grounding Treatment
Self Description: Ame has over 10 year of experience practicing both acupuncture and massage therapy. She provides intuitive and nurturing treatments that are tailored to her clients’ individual needs. Ame enjoys spending time outdoors hiking, running, camping, and gardening. She brings her love of life and nature into every treatment.
Workdays: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Name: Xavier
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Blend
Self Description: Originally from Normandy, France, I have been living in San Francisco since 1991. I am a CMT in both Swedish massage and Thai massage. I hold a second degree black belt in Aikido and have completed a 2-year teacher training program at the San Francisco Iyengar Yoga Institute. My unique style is a blend of Swedish and Thai massage. The long strokes of Swedish soothe the nerves and the gentle stretches of Thai along with Acupressure (Shiatsu style) facilitate joint movement.
Work Days: Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
Name: Sandra K.
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Blend, Javanese Lulur
Description: Sandra's formal massage background includes education from Twin Lakes College in Santa Cruz, Body Therapy Center in Palo Alto, Berkeley’s Accupressure Institute, and Feldenkrais training in San Rafael. Since 1987, her vast clientele ranges from luxury spas and resorts to senior assisted living facilities. She is patient, nurturing, and is always listening to her clients' needs. Her clients comment they feel healthy and relaxed during and after her sessions.
Regular Schedule: Saturday, Sunday
Name: Laura D.
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Craniolsacral
Description: A graduate of the advanced program at San Francisco School of Massage, I blend long integrating strokes, trigger points and slow deep pressure for a massage unique to your body and needs. No two massages are ever the same, as I spend more time in the areas that will bring the most effective results. As I have a wide range of pressure and technique available, I encourage any communication that will help create the perfect massage for you! Outside the spa, I practice Aikido, play and record music, adore animals and do sound for various non-profit organizations in the city.
Regular Schedule: Sunday
Name: Eri
Modalities and Treatments: Abhyanga, Body Polish, Javanese Lulur, Grounding Foot Treatment, Swedish, Prenatal, Shiatsu
Description: I have been studying both Swedish and Shiatsu massage since 1986. My education includes being a National Holistic Institute graduate, and assisting in a Shiatsu and Shinkyu Accupuncture clinic in Japan. I have been with the Kabuki Springs & Spa for over 10 years. My Shiatsu is considered strong, concentrating on upper back, shoulder and neck areas. I enjoy combining my Shiatsu and Swedish bodywork.
Regular Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
Name: Chris R
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Prenatal massage
Description: A graduate of the National Holistic Institute, Chris has been a practicing certified massage therapist since 2004. while specializing in deep tissue and sport massage, this native New Zealander believes in tailoring a massage towards the individual needs of each client by using multiple modalities to get the best results. He strives to provide effective treatment through listening and being mindful of his clients and by providing a safe and relaxed environment.
Regular Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Name: John C.
Modalities and Treatments: Shiatsu, Acupuncture, Reiki, Reflexology
Description: John is a specialist in shiatsu. Additionally, he offers acupuncture and Reiki services. John earned an Associates degree in massage therapy from the Swedish Institute in 2001 and completed a Masters degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (ACTCM) in 2007. A devoted practitioner and teacher of Qigong and martial arts, John is an authority of Eastern healing practices and health cultivation methods.
Days Worked: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
Name: Doris
Modalities and Treatments: Abhyanga, Javanese Lulur, Body Wraps, Herbal Renewal, Grounding Foot Treatment, Swedish
Description: Doris went to the Gunver Ingeborg School of Massage, graduated in 1975. She does Swedish massage and also blend of Swedish and shiatsu. She does all spa treatments which Kabuki offers. She listens to your needs and does her best to accommodate requests. Her pressure can range from light to very firm. Her massage is very nurturing.
Days Worked: Wednesday, Friday
Name: Lauren
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Reiki, Deep Pressure, Javanese Lulur
Description: Lauren graduated from the Soma Institute for Clinical Massage Therapy in 2007 in Chicago, IL. She specializes in deep tissue and trigger point therapy.
Days Worked: Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
Name: Jennifer E.
Self Description: As a seasoned massage therapist with 20 years of experience in a variety of settings, Jenn Esh incorporates her favorite modalities of foot reflexology, abdominal massage and Reiki into her Swedish techniques. Her approach is holistic as well as intuitive, being sensitive to the individual needs. She believes "harder" is not always better. Her hobbies and outside interests include outdoor activities, Ayurvedic medicine, dance, chanting, meditation, and healing from addictions, just to name a few.
Name: Susan
Modalities and Treatments: Abhyanga Massage, Body Polish, Body Wraps, Prenatal, Reiki, Reflexology, Swedish
Description: Susan offers an eclectic approach to massage by using a combination of modalities including Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Ortho Bionomy (positional release), Craniosacral, Pregnancy massage, Reiki, and various techniques she learned from working in Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine. She is attentive and easily accommodates diverse populations. She particularly enjoys assisting people with orthopedic challenges.
Name: Trish
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Prenatal, Grounding Foot Treatment, Javanese Lulur, Abhyanga, Herbal Renewal, Body Polish, Seaweed, Ginger and Green Tea Wraps
Description: Trish joined Kabuki in 1999 and brings over 16 years of experience to the table. Her nurturing and compassionate touch is deep enough to effectively alleviate sore muscles and gentle enough to bring about complete relaxation. Her intention for every session is to create a space that allows the mind and body to return to its natural state of harmony and balance.
Name: Gabriel
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Shiatsu, Craniosacral, Polarity, Reflexology, Reiki, Pregnancy, Thai Massage, Grounding Foot Treatment, Abhyanga Massage
Self Description: With a refined touch and drawing upon eight years of experience and over 1,200 hours of credentialed training in a variety of potent modalities, I create an experience addressing the unique needs specific to each of my clients. Your session will be crafted primarily by three powerful elements of bodywork: Deep myofascial release techniques (rolfing), Thai stretching and joint mobilization, and finally energy medicine (Reiki and cranio-sacral therapy). I invite you to book an appointment and celebrate your health and happiness with me.
Work Days: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays
Name: Nicole
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Shiatsu, Blend, PreNatal, Grounding, Abhyanga, Javanese Lulur, Body Polish, Wraps
Self Description: Trained in traditional Shiatsu and classic Swedish, Nicole offers a satisfying spa experience for both new and seasoned clients. Having worked at Kabuki for over ten years, this mother of two also caters to the pre- and post-natal moms wishing to get that much needed self-care.
Work Days: Friday
Name: Erica
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Abhyanga, Javanese Lulur, Grounding, Body Polish, Wraps
Self Description: Erica began her bodywork career with the Maui School of Therapeutic Massage. She has added many types of structural bodywork including trigger point therapy and myofacial release to her repertoire, along with Lomi Lomi and Reflexology.
Work Days: Tuesdays, Fridays, Sundays
Name: Sekani
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Shiatsu, Blend, Herbal Renewal, Grounding, Reiki
Self Description: Born and raised in San Francisco, Sekani brings the cosmopolitan flavor of The City to his bodywork. While Swedish and Shiatsu are the bases of Sekani's work, in any given session clients may recognize aspects of Sports Massage, Reflexology, Reiki, Tui Na, among other modalities. A therapist for over ten years and a Kabuki employee for five, Sekani uses his well developed intuitive sense and experiential knowledge to give personalized sessions, that are both soothing and therapeutic.
Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Name: Gloria
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Blend, Wraps, Craniosacral, Pregnancy
Self Description: My individually tailored bodywork session may include an integration of Swedish massage to reduce muscular tension, Shiatsu to promote a balanced flow along the body's energy pathways, and Craniosacral for a core unwinding and deep relaxation. I am also skilled in Trigger Point Release for TMJD (Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction), which helps to alleviate jaw tension. I offer complimentary aromatherapy for emotional well being.
Work Days: Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays
Name: Cyndy
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Reiki, Grounding Foot Treatment, Abyhanga, Javanese Lulur, Herbal Renewal, Body Polish, Wraps
Self Description: I am a graduate of the Chicago School of Massage Therapy and bring over 15 years of experience to the table. I work intuitively with a firm, nurturing touch. I have been with the Kabuki for 11 years. Outside of the spa, I am an avid reader, writer, baker, and (especially) knitter.
Work Days: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays
Name: Leigh
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Blend, Pregnancy, Grounding Foot Treatment, Abyhanga, Javanese Lulur, Body Polish, Wraps
Self Description: For over ten years, Leigh's bodywork and certifications vary to include Swedish massage, sports massage, pregnancy massage, and Ashiatsu. If you like deep pressure, many of her clients enjoy a combination of Barefoot Shiatsu and deep Swedish. She can also adjust the pressure to a more relaxing, gentle massage. Leigh loves to do pre and post pregnancy work as she believes that all mothers really do need bodywork!
Work Days: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
Name: Wendy
Modalities and Treatments: Shiatsu, Grounding Foot Treatment, Abyhanga, Javanese Lulur, Body Polish, Wraps
Self Description: A long time Kabuki Springs & Spa employee, I've been doing Shiatsu for over five years. I also enjoy providing the body treatments, especially the Javanese Lulur Body Treatment and body polishes. On a side note, I am fluent in Cantonese.
Work Days: Sundays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays
Name: Brian
Modalities and Treatments: Amma/ Shiatsu, Orthopedic Massage
Self Description: Originally trained in Amma (Traditional Japanese Massage), I have been practicing professionally since 1989. Additional certifications include Trager and Orthopedic Massage (Hendrickson Method). Other important influences include over 20 years or martial arts, Iyengar yoga, and meditation practice. I typically work without oil or lotion, and provide a comfortable, rhythmic acupressure based massage with plenty of stretching and joint mobilization. Enjoy!
Work Days: Mondays, Fridays, Saturdays
Name: Barbara
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Shiatsu, Blend, Abyhanga, Javanese Lulur, Body Polish, Grounding Foot Treatment, Reflexology
Self Description: With 12 years of experience as a Nationally Certified Massage Therapist, I will customize your massage to meet your needs be it a relaxing Swedish, invigorating Shiatsu, or an individually designed blend.
Originally from New Jersey, I was drawn to San Francisco for adventure and discovered the great weather and beauty of the bay area. My continuing education includes: The San Francisco School of Massage, Esalen, New Mexico Academy of Healing Arts, Somerset School of Massage Therapy. I have been with Kabuki Springs and Spa for 8 years.
Work Days: Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
Name: Andy
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Shiatsu, Blend, Pregnancy, Reflexology, Reiki, Abhyanga
Self Description: My integrative style is between the edgy manipulation of soft tissue and soothing subtle bodywork. My intrigue and passion for massage is rooted in my education from the Florida School of Massage, where I graduated with 665 hours of training, and continued my education in anatomy and physiology, trigger point therapy, Swedish, deep tissue, Shiatsu, Ayurvedic massage and reiki. I am nationally certified by the National Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork and I volunteer with the Community United Against Violence in my spare time.
Work Days: Sundays
Name: Jennifer B
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Pregnancy massage, Body Polish, Abhyanga and Herbal Renewal
Self Description: I have been practicing massage for the past 13 years. I call my work 'nurturing deep tissue', although I can also work very light. I always bring a slow, focused intention to every session.
Work Days: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays
Name: Giovanni
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Blend
Self Description: Trained in Swedish and Shiatsu massage, my unique style of oil massage is designed to activate whole body energy flow while reducing muscle tension. I bring a refined strength and sensitivity with more than 20 years experience.
Work Days: Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays
Name: Paul O
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Blend, Pregnancy, Wraps, Body Polish
Self Description: Educated at a local Bay Area School, National Holistic Institute, I have been practicing massage for 8 years. My work is intuitive, grounded, spiritual and friendly.
Work Days: Saturdays
Name: Denny Paul
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Abhyanga, Javanese Lulur, Grounding, Herbal Renewal, Wraps, Body Polish
Self Description: Denny has been practicing massage since 2001. He blends Swedish massage with a touch of Shiatsu, applying pressure from firm to light depending on his client's needs. Denny's massage is intuitive and spiritual, with the goal of leaving his table feeling serene. Denny's outside interest include working-out, yoga, gardening which helps him be at peace, and to have a better understanding in his bodywork.
Work Days: Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays
Name: Eben
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Shiatsu, Blend, Abhyanga
Self Description: I have 15 years experience as a massage therapist; my original training was Swedish and Shiatsu massage at the Swedish Institute in New York.
I am frequently asked for a blend of Swedish and Shiatsu massage, which involves firm, point-pressure techniques combined with more relaxing and muscle-oriented Swedish strokes.
Work Days: Sundays, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesdays, and Fridays
Name: Liam
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Pregnancy massage, Craniosacral therapy, Grounding Foot Treatment, Neuromuscular therapy, Wraps, Abhyanga, Body Polish
Self Description: I have been a full-time massage therapist since 1991. I'm a Florida licensed LMT and San Francisco Certified CMT. I'm a graduate of the Mandarin School of Chinese Medicine, certified in Neuromuscular therapy and have had extensive training in Craniosacral therapy through the Upledger Institution. I have also taught Swedish massage for 5 years. I can combine a light to firm Swedish massage with Neuromuscular and Craniosacral therapy to meet you individual needs. I have lived in San Francisco since 2001 and I enjoy creating functional pottery.
Work Days: Monday, Thursday, Friday
Name: Isa
Modalities and Treatments: Shiatsu, Blend, Grounding Foot Treatment, Javanese Lulur, Herbal Renewal, Abhyanga
Self Description: I have been a Shiatsu massage therapist for 11 years. I received my certification from the Shiatsu Institute of San Francisco and I have taken several seminars in other modalities. I love Shiatsu and base most of my massage on the directions of the meridians. I work intuitively and allow my hands to sense your body's needs.
Work Days: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays
Name: Jen of eve
Modalities and Treatments: Swedish, Blend, Pregnancy, Javanese Lulur, Abhyanga Massage, Herbal Renewal, Grounding Foot Treatment
Self Description: Trained at New York's Swedish Institute in 1995; my style is an amalgamation of amazing training and all the massage that I've been privileged to provide and receive over the last 14 years. My client centered bodywork is confident, intuitive, fluid and nurturing while being deeply effective.
Work Days: Mondays and Fridays
Name: Liang
Modalities and Treatments: Shiatsu, Tui na
Self Description: : I was trained in Chinese-style Acupressure and Japanese-style Shiatsu. Aside from enjoying being a massage therapist, I enjoy digital photography and spending time with my granddaughter. I have also earned my LAC. in China.
Work Days: Saturdays and Sundays
