Soul Spa and Chiropractic

I walked in to see Mimi yesterday in a great deal of discomfort. I have built up tension and knots throughout my neck and back from working with little ones all day, and probably just the general stress of being a first year teacher. Mimi is kind and empathetic, she could gauge my body’s needs and she decided to break up my session into shorter parts, to gradually work out my pain. If you have issue like me, it can be painful, but its pays off! I’m feeling a lot better after just one visit. Do not come here if you are looking for a pampering type of massage. Mimi will nurture your body in a different way, and your body will be happy!

Mimi is amazing! If you’re in need of serious massage, then don’t look any further! When I say serious though, I do mean SERIOUS. She really gets in there and works everything out. If you want to feel 10x better and get a massage that will really make a difference, then this is your place!
Mimi was recommended to me by multiple friends who had lived in Long Beach and it took me at least a year to take their advice. I wasn’t really into massages before I went to see her, so I was a little skeptical. I was tired of paying for something that never really seemed to make that much of a difference.
Mimi was night and day from the other places that I’d visited in the past. She makes you feel welcome the second you walk in the door, takes the time to get to know you and goes above and beyond for her clients. She loves what she does and it shows! Trust me when I tell you that she will leave you feeling like a new person!
Mimi — you rock! See you soon :)

When my girlfriend first told me about her experience with Mimi, she said «Mimi is a healer» and I was very skeptical about going in. However, I decided to try Mimi out and have been going in weekly since my first session a few months back. This isn’t your cheesy music, pat on the back, walk on your legs, or rub on your arms kind of experience. This is a REAL healing process for your body. For example, when I’ve had a terrible week, Mimi will know before I even say anything… just by feeling my body. She really makes an effort to get to know you personally and what your body needs. Mimi’s massage skills are beyond excellent. I highly recommend you seeing Mimi if you are looking for a mind/​body healing experience. I can never wait for my next session with her.

It’s hard to put in words the unbelievable physical, spiritual, and emotional transformation that comes from Mimi’s prenatal massage. The first time I had an hour long massage with her, I arrived 36 weeks pregnant, in a «crisis» pregnancy with multiple complications and excruciating symptoms. The massage with Mimi was like painful magic. It literally created a turning point in my pregnancy where I entered completely weighed down by pain and left feeling renewed and refocused on strength, love, and living positively in the moment. This week’s massage was just as uplifting and healing (though less intense, because so much of the pain I’ve been experiencing for months just never came back after i saw her last week.) At the end of the massage this week, I felt stronger and somehow wiser. Mimi is a caring, gifted healer. Spending time with her isn’t just «a day at the spa» — it’s a life changing event for which I’m deeply grateful.

Mimi is an excellent masseuse! I always feel better after I’ve had a deep tissue massage from her!

I work at a computer all day and have consistently for 20+ years. My back, hips, shoulders, hands and wrists had progressively begun to hurt increasingly. My hands and wrists in particular had really gotten bad. My wife had begun going to Mimi for prenatal massage which she was so thankful for and she in turn recommended I go to see Mimi as well. I did and have been going once a week for nearly two years now. Not only did she alleviate the degradation of function I was having with my wrists and hands she helped to heal years of strain that has occurred in my shoulders and back. I have come to see my massage as essential and in fact I think I would have needed surgery in my hands and wrists before too long if not for her. I highly recommend her to you. She is professional yes personable and I believe she is a healer of great skill on top of it all.

I never realized before how great my neck and body would feel once I started experiencing real therapeutic massages. It shames all other massages I had before. I cannot go long without needing a «touch up» to release all my muscle tension so I can avoid future neck pain and headaches. I previously had one full week of neck pain that medicines would not cure, and then that is when I met Mimi who helped release the pain immediately. Consistent massages are now a part of my normal fitness routine to keep my body healthy and young.

I got squeezed in last minute because I just couldn’t withstand the pain anymore. Mimi took me in and really worked her magic! I had a highly tense back, neck, and shoulders and she worked out the kinks (I still need more sessions) but I’m feeling better already.

5 stars for just being able to squeeze me in … and on her lunch hour no less. I was in pain, and Mimi knew it when I walked in.
I thought I wanted an hour, but Mimi assured me I really didn’t. Not really with words, but with the initial work she did with her hands.
Mimi does not mess around. I have had many massages, and a typically avoid the deep tissue. But, unfortunately, I had so neglected my muscles that I needed one. As I endured the pressure, wincing and almost calling out for my mom… I was reminded to keep breathing. So I did. And eventually my 30 minutes was over.
I’m sore, but relaxed. The pain has dissipated at least 75% and the numbness in my fingertips is almost gone. I used to think that no one could get my stress knots out in my shoulder blades… but., now I know better.
If you are in pain and you can suck it up for 30 minutes, go see Mimi.

Get ready for a life-​changing massage. This isn’t your ordinary spa massage. Mimi performs intense chiropractic massage, attempting to reverse years of body abuse and neglect. I remember my first appointment with her over a year ago, and have noticed significant improvement in my posture and flexibility since I’ve been under her care. Mimi is patient, kind, attentive, and understanding. You will notice a difference your first time and want to come back for more.

At 37 weeks, I whole-​heartedly believe there are two primary reasons I’ve had such a pleasant pregnancy. 1. I’m extremely active and 2. I regularly go to Mimi for massage. Do yourself the best favor and invest in these treatments. Mimi is an incredible professional, she knows exactly what she is doing but beyond her knowledge & ability, she is just an absolutely lovely person to be around. I cherish my regular massages with her. This little baby and I will be forever grateful for the gift she’s given us. I LOVE this spa & really can’t rave about it enough.

I just met Mimi last month, and I believe it is essential for me to continue seeing her.
She takes out the stress from body which helps me become more relax, and get more in touch with my self. Thank u so much Mimi. See u next week …

I went to Mimi for the first time last Wednesday. I had been suffering with a terrific headache for several days. Mimi was, «hands down», the most knowledgeable and affective therapist I have experienced for headaches, and I am an «older» person. She addressed pressure points on my neck that had never been touched by other therapists. If you are looking for more than a temporary distraction from your pain… try Mimi. She went straight to the source and released 90% of the pain before I left her office. I’ll go back for sure!

As a new mom, my shoulders, arms and back were in constant pain. My cousin who was also a new mom recommended Mimi and I finally found time to get away from the baby to see her. The first time, I was taken aback by how much it hurt! But I felt grrrreeeat afterwards, feather-​light, and relaxed. I’ve grown to enjoy the pain. It is good hurt.
Once I had fallen on my hand and got a thumb sprain. At Urgent Care I was put in a splint but there was no way I could wear it while taking care of my baby. When I went in to see Mimi, I mentioned it only so that she could avoid the area. Instead, she pressed on the base of my thumb really hard! It made me scream. But I had mobility on my thumb right away, and the pain was completely gone within two days.
Mimi knows the human body so well, and is a kind and lovely person. I really enjoy my sessions, more so because she makes them so affordable with the multi-​session package.

I went to see Mimi based on my recently pregnant friend’s recommendation, while I was 6 months pregnant. I was feeling pretty broken at that time, I could hardly turn my neck in one direction, stiff, knots in my upper back and shoulders, and sciatica.
I was thankful to get an appointment with Mimi the following week (plan ahead, she gets booked up!). She basically has an extraordinary knack for finding all your knots and pressure points. I’ve always gotten deep tissue massages (like at Burke Williams). But be forewarned, this is a REALLY deep tissue massage. It hurts. She works at those spots until the toxins release. So if you are into «fru fru» massages (as she calls it), Swedish or relaxing massages, this might not be for you. But if you want some areas worked out, like that pesky sciatic pain, go see Mimi. You will feel great after! The hardest thing you have to do during the massage is breathe as one tends to hold your breath during painful unknotting work.
I didn’t intend on treating myself to the 9 massage package, but the choice was clear after my first session. I figure more stuff was going to be hurting as my pregnancy went on.
Also, best to wait until your 2^nd trimester!

I’ve been searching for a REAL massage since moving to SoCal almost three years ago. FINALLY found my place, Soul Spa is my savior!!! I’m a big guy and Mimi handled me like I was putty in her hands.
Do yourself a favor buy the 6 massage package can’t beat the value.

Over the years I’ve had a number of professional massages, from strictly clinical, to offsite clinical like Soul Spa.
After my first treatment with Mimi at soul spa, I really knew she had to be one of the best. Mimi seems etherically in tune with the bodies working. She knows just how to reach into pressure points that are hurting, and the kind of «this is causing this, so we press here» type of treatment that is even uncommon in full clinical settings.
Because of this I really can’t say enough. Having someone give your health and wellbeing back is something one can only be eternally indebted to them for, and with that I am indebted to them.

My dear sweet boyfriend booked me a prenatal massage after an episode of me pushing him away in frustration that he wasn’t quite rubbing my back adequately enough. I am so thankful that he did, cause I came away from my appointment practically floating and feeling super happy. Mimi was the first massage therapist to pinpoint my worse areas, and explain what was happening to them. The whole experience was really relaxing and I cannot wait until my next appointment :)

So, I’m hesitant to write a review for this place…
I want to keep it a secret, really. I’ve been to several different places for deep tissue massages and Mimi has them all beat. She did more and got more kinks out in the 60 minutes of work than other places did in 90 minutes. (Other places also cost way more!) I started the prenatal packages with her and they have helped tremendously during my pregnancy (massages laying on my sides). I know I will come back because I can’t wait to get a normal massage laying on my stomach.
My husband even went to her with no likes for deep tissue (he is more inclined to get a «relaxing» massage). She has changed his mind, deep tissue massages can be just as relaxing! She is amazing, seriously thinking of starting a fan club. The other massage therapists are good as well, according to my husband, but I have yet to try them. On the plus side, they are all super nice and welcoming.
The location is cute and calming. It’s not fancy, but it feels like a home. Parking on the street is never a problem, just be wary of street sweeping hours (shouldn’t be a problem since it is usually in the mornings).
I am letting my secret known. You’re welcome.

The website for this business states «Mimi Alene, a partner in Soul Spa is a licensed massage therapist.»
However, the state of CA does not require license. It has a voluntary licensing body which states:
Michelle,
Thank you for contacting the California Massage Therapy Council regarding Mimi Alene. CAMTC is a private nonprofit organization which provides voluntary certification to qualified massage professionals. Ms. Alene is not a CAMTC certificate holder.
Perhaps Mimi is certified, but I couldn’t find a license. I would love to see proof otherwise.
violation of HIPPA to detail patient information
***i’ve written almost 500 reviews on this website and not once have i lied. in fact, i think i’m brutally honest. readers choose who you want to believe****
listen to the voicemails mentioning council members robert garcia and s lowentall at:
This is going to be a long review so buckle up.
First of all, my two pet peeves:
1. you’re not a SPA unless you have a jacuzzi, etc.
2. what is it with Chiros not having toilet seat covers? Any place, unless it’s your HOUSE, needs to have toilet seat covers. HOW is this not a health code violation?
Ok. So I walk in wearing my favorite sweater. the kind where you wear a shirt under so you don’t have to wash it and you only wear it a few times a year… and the place doesn’t just reek… it STANK. Some people (me) are allergic to incense business owners. Serve all. The smell was so bad i can still smell it in my hair the next day… in my sweater the next day… in my CAR the next day.
I was booked for a 30 min with Mimi. When I walked in the door a guy was shouting «OH YEA!» from her room.
Of course she was running late.
I ended up getting about a 20 min massage for which she charged me $ 45.
But here’s the kicker. There’s no way she changed those sheets between the prior guy and me. She made no effort to keep me covered; i had to keep pulling the sheets back over my breasts.
Most important, the first think i said to her was that my neck and shoulders were killing me. NO ONCE DID SHE TOUCH MY NECK. i’m still in pain.
She spent 10min massaging my hands and fingers and arms.
It took everything in me to actually pay her. The old me would’ve walked right out the door.
I had to say no to water FIVE times.
I wish i could’ve just walked in and paid her and walked out. At least then I wouldn’t be spending tonight driving home with the windows down trying to air out my car and hand washing my favourite sweater.
This is shorter than I though, as I actually went back and deleted all the swears.
update: mimi must’ve read this because she called me at 11pm last nite and woke me up. any business owners out there think that is appropriate?
I actuallly got 2 v/m’s last nite. i’m heading to the police station to file a report… meantime i quote «we do have serveral clients that are police officers… we have serveral people that we know within the city, including council members, [sounded like Robert C and something Lowenthall]…»
«take off what you wrote. you’re fucking with the wrong people… you have no idea who you’re fucking up with… i’m giving you a fair warning… you’re a lying bitch. take it off. i’m not joking.»
We are in possession of your attached voice mail.
Thank you
David Schillig
Sergeant
Gangs & Violent Crimes Division — Violent Crimes
Long Beach Police Department
400 West Broadway
Long Beach, CA 90 802