Sacred Splendor

You will not find a better masseuse anywhere! Sophia is not only an incredible person, she is a gifted healer. Shes incredibly in tune with the human body and can tell instantly what areas need work. I have extremely tight and sensitive muscles and have received many deep tissue massages from many people, and hers was both the least painful AND the most impactful. As an added bonus, you can visit with her cat and puppy while youre there, which itself is therapeutic. I cannot recommend Sophia enough!

Strong, relaxing and solid massage from Sophia! Feel absolutely loose and great afterwards, she is very knowledgable and gave great tips curated to my body and muscle needs for after care!

Sophia is an excellent massage therapist who genuinely cares about her clients. She is very attentive and will work spots on you that you didnt even realize needed work. I had a hot stone massage and it was very much worth it. I had never had a hot stone massage before, and it was beyond relaxing. It literally feels like your stresses are melting away.Before I met Sophia, I had massages with whomever was easy and available; after having developed a relationship with Sophia, I am truly lucky to be one of her clients. You can feel the attentiveness in her touch and feel that she is down-to-earth and really wants you to feel better. At the end of the session, your body and energy is renewed. Also, the aromas she uses in her aromatherapy are ON POINT! She has such good sense of the smells so nothing is overpowering.

Wow! Sophia is incredible. After leaving my first appointment with her, I actually felt giddy. I am so thankful to have found her. I came to Sophia after suffering from upper back and neck pain and not knowing what to do. Before my appointment she took the time to talk with me about what was hurting and after she took the time to explain what she felt with my body during the massage. It was amazing to have someone actually care about your body. She also recommend various stretches and tools to help prevent the body from tightening up. I pre-booked my second massage with her while I was still at my first, and will continue to go for as long as possible. Highly recommend Sophia.

Sophia is fantastic. Probably the best massage I’ve ever had. My wife said the same thing. She works out of her house—a very comfortable and relaxing space with easy on street parking in a quiet neighborhood. Sophia has been a masseuse for 18 years—8 years on her own. A true professional. Highly recommended.

I have been going to massage therapists regularly for three years now due to a lower back injury that has never fully healed. I am very athletic, so as soon as it starts to get better, I often aggravate it again, so stretching and massage have helped allow me to stay active. I was new to the Los Angeles area and needed to find a therapist who was not only knowledgeable, but also intuitive and pleasant to work with.Sophia has been a total joy and pleasure to have found. She knows what she is doing and is the consummate professional, while also being a warm and caring provider. I am so happy to have found her. Her work space is truly like a little sanctuary right in the heart of Main st. Santa Monica. I look so forward to going every time. She is thorough, gives you exercises and very affordable/practical home/lifestyle upkeep suggestions as well, and only if you ask for it. Nothing is forced. Love working with her, highly recommend this delightful massage therapist to all!!

Sophia is a gifted massage therapist and healer. Since I started seeing her for deep tissue massage, I’ve experienced so many improvements in my health and well-being! My back pain and structural issues are steadily improving, and my stress level is far lower. Sophia incorporates multiple modalities, including aromatherapy and hot stone, which are incredibly relaxing. I confidently refer close friends, family and clients to her, knowing that they are in her compassionate and capable hands. If you’re looking for a special gift for anyone in the Santa Monica or Los Angeles area, a massage with Sophia is a fantastic idea. I cannot recommend her services highly enough!

Sophias massages are incredible! Im consistently sore as Im very active, and require deep tissue. Shes the first masseuse Ive had that can effectively treat whatever muscle pain Ive developed this month. Also, shes incredibly sweet and her aromatherapy always makes the overall experience even better.

Sometimes the universe provides what you need when you truly need it. Sophia is such a gift.I moved last year, and took on a new, very demanding assignment. Self-care took a back seat for much too long while both work and personal life were in super high gear. As I began to emerge from the most stressful period, I began to acknowledge that this particular work, while rewarding, places unusual demands on my energy, mind and body.Thanks to Yelp, I discovered Sophia. Sophia is different than any masseuse I have been to before. The combination of great qualities is truly unique.She is:- a gifted, lovely and kind person- an exceptional empath, incl. but certainly not limited to physical empathy, that steers her directly to your problem areas, including some you might not even be aware of until she gets there!- a very simple but well thought out intake that allows her to tailor your massage uniquely to you and your needs or preferences, including injuries or chronic problems- well-organized and consistent with bookings, reminders, and other communication- the right amount of verbal check-in during a massage- a source of lovely, positive, warm energy- a source of knowledge and recommendations for products, exercises and other well-being activities specific to youI also love the simplicity of the products she uses (essential oils) as I am not a fan of artificial scents and fragrances. And as someone who can neglect self-care, I like her gentle reminders at departure to ice certain areas she worked more heavily on, drink extra water, etc. Her studio is calm, quiet, and cozy. Parking is easy.Sophia has become a cornerstone of my improved self-care program. I am grateful to have found her and would recommend her most highly.

Sophia is incredible. I first went to her a couple of months ago due to an injury in my right leg that was causing me a lot of pain. I felt IMMEDIATE relief after leaving my first massage with her, and by the time I went back two weeks later for a second session, the pain was completely gone - and has been since! Now I see her monthly and she has taught me so much about my body, giving me helpful tips here and there on how I can improve tightness and discomfort. I am pretty active, and once you start getting consistent massages, you really start to notice the damage you do to your own body on a daily basis. Sophia has been so helpful in reversing pain I didnt even know was there. She is more than a masseuse, almost like a PT! Her knowledge and skills are truly amazing. It doesnt hurt that she is so lovely - we end up chatting most of the time she is working on me. Go see her!

After an entire year without a massage, my body was crying for help. My neck, shoulder, and back ached all day and it was hard to fall asleep due to all the pain. I finally decided to reach out to Sophia after reading her wonderful reviews and she lived up to the 5 stars!Sophia was warm and friendly! I immediately felt comfortable upon meeting her and the 60-minute massage was everything I needed to relieve the pain. She kept Covid safe - making sure to wear a mask during the entire duration of the massage. She worked on all the different types of tightness and aches on my body so well that I had already decided I’d be coming back only halfway through! It was seriously THAT good and I felt amazing after the session!She also sent me home with some stretches and other recommendations to help with my posture and minimize the back pain. I’m definitely booking in the near future and so should you!Thank you Sophia! I’m glad I found you!

Sophia is the best massage therapist I have ever had! She’s the only person I trust that truly knows what she’s doing. I have been seeing her for the past 5 years and every time I see her I leave feeling a thousand times better than when I got there. She has extensive knowledge about body musculature and as a Pilates instructor and professional dancer that is super important to me. I couldn’t recommend her enough!

If I could give ten stars I would! Sophia at Sacred Splendor is an extremely gifted massage therapist. She has a kind and calming presence that allows her clients to feel safe and nurtured. She goes the extra mile to care for her clients and uses her own home-made aroma therapy scrubs, essential oils, and hot stones. She is so skilled with dealing with whatever pain or injury you may have and is an intuitive healer. I can’t recommend her enough. Hands down, she is the best.

For the past four years, Ive gone through a long transitional period, lessons of life that would present themselves to me (back to back) ranging from breakups to tough exams as well as financial hardship. I also had deaths of two close friends over the past two years. It was tough. Around February 2015, I decided I needed to do something for myself and treat myself to a long overdue massage. I went onto Groupon and saw a special at Sacred Splendor. I made an appointment with Sophia. It was the best decision Ive ever made. She knew exactly how to connect with my body (she knows about anatomy, and I discovered that my body tends to dehydrate due to a lack of water, which is why every time I put lotion on my skin, I had to reapply it a few minutes later). She took care of the hard aches that were on my back, due to being over the computer, which requires my attention, along with pulled muscles that I would tend to get in my lower back, knees, legs and feet from walking a lot and carrying a backpack, and gave me some pointers on how to approach my body better. I left feeling so relaxed and happy. She gave me a wonderful foot scrub and hot coconut oil head massage and hot stone therapy in addition to my regular massages. I wish I could have stayed longer whenever I visit. Ive been going to Sophia for the past year and a half. Every time I visit her spa, it is always a joy. She has not only become my exclusive go to masseuse/massage therapist, but she turned into a dear friend. Sophia is a beautiful spirit. She has me as a client for life. I highly recommend anyone who is serious about their body to approach her. Feel free to do your research around town, but she is worth every penny and most of all, she is worth your time.~+~

A HEALER on multiple levels, Sophia is awesome and SUPER nice and provided an experience that went above and beyond my expectations! I say that as someone whos been to a lot of masseuses, so I have experience to back this up! =) Her studio is located in a cozy, quiet spot in Santa Monica, and she provides a very soothing, relaxing and healing experience. I would HIGHLY recommend the hot stone massage, and, while youre at it, the coconut oil scalp massage and hand/foot scrub, its the best!

Sophia is wonderful! I am able to easily get either same day appointments or appointments in the next few days. Prices are reasonable and Sophia is extremely intuitive and talented with her hands. Good vibes and energy with her and I always leave feeling refreshed physically and emotionally.Parking is a bit annoying because of location, but thats unavoidable in this part of town. Meters are everywhere but just make sure to keep an eye on the time.

A truly amazing experience here at Sacred Splendor. As someone else had mentioned , I too thought massages were just massages until I came here. Very professional and relaxing setting. I loved the surrounding area and the cafe across the street.Ask for Sofia- she is truly wonderful. She listened to my needs and by the end I felt like I was floating on water. This is my second time coming here and I will definitely continue to come back! 5 stars!!! Highly Recommended!!!!

Firstly Sophia is one of the kindest most caring healers Iv met in my travels to finding the right person for me to help on my journey to feeling healthier and happier...Iv been working with her for over a year now and happy to call her a good friend. she goes above and beyond and genuinely cares. 5 stars highly recommend :)😊❤️🙏🏻

Sophia has been great. I go into our appointments broken and leave our appointments fixed! She tailors her approach to my physical needs of the day; each therapy session is different. I definitely recommend Sophia.

I called many places trying to get in for a massage that I desperately needed. Im so thankful that I found Sophia! Great human being and a fantastic massage. I will definitely schedule with her again!

Love love love Sophia! She’s the only one who can give me a proper massage. And now she has the new jackhammer-y, drill massager which is the best tool ever