Business Details
24 Years
experience
Professional Massage Therapy in Oakland, CA
Synapse Massage & Bodywork has been providing exceptional therapeutic massage services in Oakland, California since 2002. Our team of highly trained therapists specializes in a wide range of modalities, including deep tissue, sports massage, craniosacral work, and physical therapy. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming environment where clients can relax and regenerate through personalized treatments tailored to individual needs. With over 100 years of collective experience, our practitioners utilize advanced techniques to address specific concerns while promoting overall wellness.The practice integrates massage therapy with holistic approaches to support both physical and mental health. Synapse is committed to maintaining the highest standards of care from booking to completion of service. Our facility features treatment rooms designed to balance elegance with comfort, ensuring an optimal healing atmosphere. The team includes certified professionals with specialized training in areas such as prenatal care, injury rehabilitation, and energy work. Synapse continues to evolve its offerings based on ongoing professional development and client feedback.
Services
Therapeutic Massage
Prenatal Massage
Physical Therapy
Biofield Immersion
Swedish Massage
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in therapeutic massage and physical therapy.
- Our team includes CAMTC-certified therapists with specialized training in multiple modalities.
- We provide personalized treatment plans tailored to individual wellness goals.
- Our facility combines comfort with professional-grade treatment environments.
- We integrate massage therapy with complementary wellness approaches for holistic care.
What people say
Amazing therapist
Great relief
Personalized care
Professional environment
Long-lasting benefits
Services
Therapeutic Massage
Customized treatments addressing specific musculoskeletal concerns through integrated techniques. Combines deep tissue work with neuromuscular therapy to resolve chronic pain patterns. Therapists assess individual needs to create targeted treatment plans that improve mobility and reduce inflammation. Sessions focus on correcting postural imbalances and releasing tension stored in connective tissues.
Prenatal Massage
Specialized bodywork designed for expectant mothers' unique needs. Addresses common pregnancy discomforts like edema, back pain, and muscle cramps using safe, effective techniques. Positions clients comfortably with specialized support while promoting circulation and reducing stress hormones. Helps prepare the body for labor through gentle, nurturing touch.
Physical Therapy
Holistic physical therapy integrating manual techniques with movement education. Combines massage with therapeutic exercises to restore function after injury or surgery. Treatment plans address biomechanical issues through postural analysis and targeted interventions. Emphasizes patient education for long-term wellness and injury prevention strategies.
Biofield Immersion
Non-contact energy work balancing the body's electromagnetic field to promote self-healing. Uses gentle hand positions to clear energetic blockages and reduce stress. Sessions help release emotional patterns stored in the body's energy field while supporting overall wellness through subtle energy manipulation.
Swedish Massage
Classic full-body treatments using flowing strokes to induce deep relaxation. Combines effleurage, petrissage, and tapotement techniques to improve circulation and ease muscle tension. Customizable pressure levels accommodate both therapeutic and purely relaxing needs in a soothing environment.
People
Stan Barrett
Owner
With over two decades in bodywork, Stan brings extensive sports massage experience from working with professional cycling teams and elite athletes. He established Synapse in the Bay Area after refining his skills at luxury spas.
Liz Williams
Physical Therapist
Licensed PT with 20+ years experience integrating manual therapy, yoga, and mindfulness. Specializes in pelvic floor rehabilitation and orthopedic conditions while holding advanced certifications in physical therapy and yoga therapy.
Carolyn Letherland
Massage Therapist
CAMTC-certified therapist combining Montessori education principles with massage expertise. Focuses on relaxation, pain reduction, and body awareness through diverse modalities tailored to individual client needs.
Ximena Arestizabal
Massage Therapist
Specialist in Lomi lomi massage with experience across spa, chiropractic, and physical therapy settings. Balances intuitive touch with therapeutic intervention to create flowing, balancing sessions for clients.
Cole Fraser
Massage Therapist
Combines kinesiology background with massage expertise to address individual healing journeys. Specializes in adapting sessions to client needs through empathetic, respectful therapeutic relationships while emphasizing body awareness.
Questions
What types of massage does Synapse offer?
Synapse provides deep tissue, Swedish, sports, prenatal, craniosacral, and biofield immersion therapies, along with physical therapy services.
Are Synapse's therapists certified?
All therapists hold CAMTC certification with specialized training in various modalities and continuing education in therapeutic techniques.
Do you offer prenatal massage services?
Yes, we provide specialized prenatal massage with therapists trained in safe, effective techniques for pregnancy-related discomforts.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Your session begins with a consultation about your needs, followed by a customized treatment in our comfortable, private treatment rooms.
Can massage help with injury recovery?
Our therapists specialize in injury rehabilitation using techniques like myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and sports massage protocols.
