Studio Ashiatsu

Of all the places is that I have had a massage in Cleveland, this is one of the best spots. Even though her location was a little difficult to find, I am still giving her 5 stars for her excellence in service. It is not easy to find someone in the city of Cleveland that is willing to do a very classic Thai style massage. She does it well and professionally. Prior to the massage, she actually sat and listened to my issues with sympathy.
Prior to the massage, she performed cupping. Of which any person who is familiar to Asian holistic methods, this is very common practice. She actually had no problems just targeting my problem areas for a complete hour. Her price was very reasonable and she was willing to accommodate with my busy work schedule. Honestly if you are tired of the same massage and are willing to try something unique in order to get rid of the pain or relieve stress, I would highly recommend this woman.

Rita is incredibly patient, will listen to everything you have to say, really understand what you’re looking for and is not afraid to recommend whatever it is that she knows will work, even if it isn’t exactly what you thought you knew you needed. I also see a crystal clear difference between Licensed Massage Therapist and a spa «therapist»: the former know the theory behind the practice, and this shows in their approach to therapy.
I’m an otherwise very fit young man with some chronic pain in my shoulder area that I let go for years. I tried some deep tissue massage work at a spa. However, as I have learned from friends who are LMTs, spas are great for a «I wanna feel relaxed and wind down after a long week» type deal. Wanting to go to a spa is just like wanting to get ice cream… you don’t need much of a reason to go — except that you want ice cream! And so, Spa «treatments» won’t work for such pain, and for those people that have actual issues with their body.
One session with Cupping, Deep Tissue and Ashiatsu — which if I had enough money would be something I would want every day of my life — made a difference for me.
The best part is that I never felt rushed during my entire interaction with Rita. I paid for an hour — but I spent at least a half hour more just talking to her about my problems, concerns and such (if only Doctors and the like would consider spending this much time about our serious problems!). I highly recommend that y’all consider private practitioners — it’s so much more personal and effective.
I’ll be seeing her in a few days for a follow up session! WooHoo!

Rita ROCKS! My arms were hurting so bad from massaging people, as I too am an LMT and she really worked it out! She is easy to talk to and really helped me relax. Also, she has mad foot skills! Thanks Rita!

Rita is absolutely amazing. She is very knowledgeable in the medical aspects of massage. Rita is very attentive to your body’s needs. I have recommended and taken my family and friends to her. I trust and can count on Rita for a perfect massage.

Rita is phenomenal and is super attentive to your needs. Hands down the best massage I have had!