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We are dedicated to making sure that each and every one of our clients has the most therapeutic and relaxing experience possible. And we always appreciate it when our clients are willing to share their positive experiences with others. On this page, you will find reviews that some of our clients have been willing to share. We hope that these reviews will help prospective clients better understand the services we provide, and get a glimpse of the unparalleled level of customer service that we strive to deliver.

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Susan and Shane are simply the best out there! I have had massages at many other places and nobody is as caring, professional, or skilled as these two.

The atmosphere is wonderful--inviting and calm. The massage rooms are very special with incredibly comfortable beds, soft sheets, music of your choice, and marvelous aromatic crystals. The massage is tailored specifically to your needs and I have had everything from a soothing, relaxing massage to a massage that works on trigger points and tense muscle groups.

Shane is skilled at both massage and and flexibility work. He has worked with me for a year on my painful hip and is probably the major reason I can walk today without extreme pain. Like Shane, Susan is delightful and a consummate professional at her work. I have had massages from Susan as well as her "Cosmopolitan" facial cupping--which made my skin look and feel wonderful!

I don't consider going to Shane and Susan a luxury but a necessity for health and well-being. Thanks you two!!!
Lonni M.

Susan is Awesome! This is what massages should be! It is not going to feel good to get out knots that have been ingrained in your muscles, but after a massage like this you can actually move those muscles the way they are supposed to move! It is 2 days after my massage and my muscles are sore (like I worked out), but I can actually move them and the pain I had before from knots is gone! If you want a real massage you must try Susan and Shane! They also give you perks like a homemade fizzy bath bomb and sheets with info on how to make the most of your massage and info on stretches! WOW I was truly impressed! Thank you Susan!
Sarah B.

Shane and I along with his wife went to massage school together here in Austin. I was having some pain in my right leg just below my hip and I'm ashamed to say that I waited WAY too long to have it checked out. As a bodywork professional I would have given my own client a hard time about waiting so long. Anyway, I talked with Shane about it earlier in the week and set up an appointment time for some work with him and with no surprise to me - Shane was able to determine the issue was a trigger point in one of the gluteus muscles. After the intense work he did to release the point we both figured I'd be a little sore the day after - and how wrong we were. I had NO soreness and my leg/hip pain seems to be gone. There's no bruising at the site or anything. My work depends on my having a healthy body and I would like to say thanks again Shane for your help.
Christopher H.

After my experience with chronic pain for many years, Susan and Shane have provided more relief to me than any other modality I tried. I have visited other massage therapists in the past. and appreciated their approaches, which promoted relaxation. Susan and Shane offer unique modalities, and their knowledge of and interest in my specific situation is beyond compare. They go beyond a luxurious relaxation massage and cater to my needs for pain relief and increased flexibility. They not only met my needs for healing, but they also cater to a healthy clientele with different goals. Susan and Shane are experts in their approach and create a new genre of clinical massage. My favorite part is the unexpected perks (at no extra charge) cup of tea, warm towels, candles, aromatherapy to name a few, and of course, a fizzing bath bomb handmade by Susan (not available in stores!) at the culmination of each visit. This approach to massage therapy is new and fresh, and I am glad to have found Susan and Shane.
Diane B.

Shane has been of great assistance when I suffer from large muscle problems. The deep treatment and the more regular treatment were an enormous help from my suffering. His clinical technique was absolutely outstanding. I am very fortunate to have Shane assist me when I experience the pain and stiffness from muscles. The clinic is very inviting and clean.
Jerry P.

I am a massage therapist myself, so I am very, VERY careful when selecting someone to work on me. It's not often that I find someone who does what I ask for, and is intuitive enough to know what else my body needs aside from my major complaint that I wandered into her office with.

Susan has just the right combination of technical skill and intuition to make the massage feel really complete. You feel like things are actually moving and changing, and she cares about you and is actually listening, instead of doing a routine like a lot of other therapists do. I would recommend her to my own clients -- that's how much I like her!
Andrea S.

When I first arrived at Shane's office suite building, I wasn't overwhelmed by elegance. But, I had to remind myself that I hadn't gone there for an uber-pampering spa retreat. I had gone there because I hadn't been able to raise my arm above my shoulder for months.

Don't get me wrong, the lobby was tidy and professional, and his clinic room was warm and inviting, but the charts on the walls didn't let me forget that I was there for serious business - not just a nice, dreamy nap at the spa.

After I had filled out the paperwork, and explained what my problem was, Shane started out by asking me questions. Lots of questions. His questions made me think about my pain, how it started, what kinds of things make it worse (work, driving, recreation, etc.), what positions I sleep in, past (seemingly insignificant) injuries, and other things that I just hadn't spent much time - if any - thinking about. He then had me show him on his charts where my pain was, and did some muscle strength tests. Shane worked his massage magic on me for an hour, interspersed with the use of hot packs and his wonderful DMS machine, and I left there feeling better than I had after any visit to even the most exquisitely elegant spa. And, best, of all, the range of motion in my shoulder increased dramatically after that first visit (and has continued to do so as I have continued to see him).

Shane's got the goods, plain and simple. DON'T go to Shane if you want a glass of cucumber water, fresh flower arrangements around every corner, and a mediocre massage. DO go to him if you want someone to take a sincere interest in what is going on with your body, use his extensive skills to address those issues, and ultimately relieve your pain!
Kim M.

I'm healed!
Lisa M.says: My shoulder blade was hiding a large boulder of a knot!!!! Pain going up into the front of my shoulder and neck... I told him I wanted it gone... Poof! Gone! Thank you, thank you! Amazing....

Perfect Massage!!!
Debbie S .says: Susan talked to me before the massage and actually listened to me. I have really sensitive skin and her pressure was perfect. No bruising and soreness the next day. After the massage, Susan and Shane explained to me how the cold laser machine works. I plan to do that treatment very soon for my bursitis. I highly recommend them...and the sound system is great!!!

Highly recommended...
Ly B. says: My husband and I highly recommend Shane & Susan. We've compared notes after our appointments, and Shane & Susan both know how to help alleviate stress, tension, and pain. As a runner, Susan has helped me relieve tightness in the lower back and alleviate hip and knee pains. From working countless hours in front of the computer and also playing the guitar, Shane helped my husband fully bend his thumb again and alleviate his back pains. Whatever your ailment or the simple need to relax, we highly recommend Shane & Susan Epperly.

"Perfect" Really Does Describe It
Courtney F. says: This really is the perfect massage experience for me. While it's relaxing and enjoyable, the focus is more on lasting pain relief then simply a one time massage experience. Shane takes the time to find out what your pain problems are and is able to relax tension that feels like it has been there forever! It really is a comprehensive approach to your health and pain relief.

Tune Up
Al J. says: I'm on a quarterly tune up schedule to keep things loose and in line. Susan is GREAT! I'm so glad they're right in the nhood.

Relieved my Pain!!
Becky M. says: I too am a massage therapist and have many painful issues going on with my back, neck and shoulders. Shane always does an excellent job releasing the trigger points and tight muscles so I am able to go back to work the next day without any pain. Shane has a profound knowledge of the muscles and how they work. He even figures out the most complex pain patterns and eliminates them. He gives just the right amount of pressure to be effective without causing pain. I've been to many massage therapists and he has given me the most lasting pain relief. I drive about 35 miles to see him and will continue to do so.

Susan was awesome!!!
Kary S. says: I had an hour session with Susan yesterday, and could not be happier with my session. Ive been having neck, shoulder, and back pain for the last year. She was very thorough and took time to explain the possible causes and gave me several helpful suggestions to treat, and prevent the pain from getting worse. Ive been to urgent care 3 times in the last year, and all of the Dr.'s were somewhat dissmisive and suggested massage and yoga while writing me a script for muscle relaxers. I am now more aware of my posture and how I position my body while I drive, sleep, and work at the computer. You can tell she loves what she does, and she is GREAT at it!!! Thanks Susan :-)

Best Massage Ever!
Rachael M. says: Shane and Susan go the extra mile every visit to insure that I leave feeling better. I exercise quite a bit and find myself knotted up routinely. Shane takes the time to evaluate my pain and uses a methodical approach to resolve my issues. They continue to find ways to make my experience better. I'm so glad to have found them.

Best massage ever
Tonyia C. says: I've had two massages with Susan Epperly. When you first get there, they welcome you with a nice foot bath and something to drink. It feels very luxurious, pampering, and puts you in the right state of mind for a massage. Susan is amazing and gives a massage unlike any I've had before. Rather than a relaxing massage, she really worked on my painful trigger points. Susan took the time to talk with me to figure out the areas that needed work and I really feel she cares about her job and knows what she's doing. The complimentary post-massage information and bath salt at the end is a nice touch. Best massage ever. Don't hesitate to get in there!

Great Massage
Doug D. says: Shane listened to what was bothering me (neck and lower back) and focused the hour massage on alleviating the pain and issues with those areas. Always focused on the patient and asking about the right amount of pressure to ensure everything is worked out correctly. Had to cancel my 2nd appointment due to a return flight home change, but will definitely be back next time I am in Austin!

Katy M. says: Susan is awesome. She is personable, but gets right down to business. She has worked out kinks in my hips that I did not even imagine could be fixed. She helped me locate a tumor in my abdomen that later I went to a western doctor to have removed. I just can't say enough good things about Susan. Make an appointment for a deep tissue message if that is your thing and you won't be disappointed. Katy