Stephen F Pullis, LMT

Nice guy, nice location but he does whatever he wants, not what you ask. Kind of an older hippie guy. Not for everyone. He does more pushing and pulling and no expertise with Swedish.

I concur with other reviews that I’ve read pertaining to Stephen and his work. I would also rate him higher than five stars if it were possible. Combined with a down-​to-​earth demeanor, attentiveness to details, and a commitment to improved health and reduction in stress, Stephen is a top-​notch practitioner of his craft. I’ve benefitted from his work in a relatively short length of time. Without hesitation, I highly recommend him to anyone.

Five trillion stars for Stephen and his amazing ceiling filled with infinite stars! I met Stephen a long time ago — back when people still related to one another and not their cell phones. To put it simply, and it’s still true to this day: Stephen knows how to take the peace in the entire Universe and put it into your heart, mind, and body. After a massage from Stephen, I am so relaxed, that I could look at a concept like Dick Cheney or people who deny climate change without losing my composure. I’m totally serious. How could a mere mortal as I am be so fortunate to have met Stephen and still know him and be able to call him and arrange for this world-​class, beyond-​anything-​describable massage with a very short notice? I must be dreaming. :)

I’ve been a client of Stephen’s for many years and I can’t conceive of going to any one else for massage. Stephen is a wonderful person and an amazing masseur. He is intuitive, caring and tailors each massage to what is happening with your body at that moment. There is no such thing as a rote massage with Stephen. Stephen provides a healing, nurturing, and professional environment and is simply the best there is!

Stephen is a real healer. I have been going to him for full body massage for over 10 years now. He is consistently attentive to my needs, warm hearted, and does a wonderful job with various massage techniques, clearing energetic blocks, along with stiffness and swelling. I also enjoy his warm room, and calming music he plays while receiving massage.
I highly recommend him for any about of time, it’s worth every penny!

Stephen is simply the best massage therapist I have met in San Francisco over the last decade.
My family is in the medical field and a lot of them are osteopaths or physical reeducation therapists.
Stephen has tremendous experience overall but has this extra, uncanny ability to discover where you hurt, need help, are blocked, etc.
He is also a super nice and calming person.
I have sent quite a few friends to Stephen, who all were ecstatic about his skills.

My acupuncturist recommended Stephen and I am grateful I took the time for this nurturing experience on my recent trip to San Francisco. Stephen is intuitive, warm and engaging. My massage was rejuvenating and I felt like I released a boat load of stress. I liked the use of the heated stones. He took time to ask about trouble spots and helped with a couple that always need attention. Stephen obviously navigates with great care and compassion when he works. One of the better massages I have had.

I can’t believe it has taken me so long to write a review. I’ve been going to Stephen for over a year. I continually buy packages of massages, so I get a 90 minute massage every month. Buying a few long massages at once takes the price from from luxury to practicality.
Stephen is a very warm person, who genuinely cares. He checks in often to see how you’re feeling and will have a good conversation with you about what’s going on in your life. I feel very comfortable having him work on me. Plus, the massage studio is a balmy 90 degrees and he often uses warm towels and blankets.
My favorite part about Stephen is that he has big, strong hands. He’s been performing massage therapy for decades, which seems like a rarity, so he has the techniques down, and he can apply a lot of pressure if needed. I love a deep tissue massage for my crooked back, and he’s great at getting the knots out of my shoulders. He incorporates hot rocks to help out with this daunting task, which I love.
Stephen’s massage room is profusely decorated with stars, including glow in the dark ones on the ceiling. He gives you the option of resting for a few minutes after the massage, and once he turns the lights out you can see the ceiling twinkle. Cute.
I highly recommend checking Stephen out. I don’t know what I’d do without my monthly visit!

Due to economic hard times, its been over a year since I got a massage from Stephen. However, tonight was my birthday and I treated myself. I had forgotten how truly talented and knowledgable Stephen is. His hands found places in my body that held tension and tightness of which I was completely unaware… and he worked out the kinks. His technique is a mix of so many traditions that he blends seamlessly into an incredibly healing and relaxing experience. He is also incredibly compassionate and kind –and respectful in any way. I HIGHLY recommend him to anyone needing bodywork or to give as a gift to someone you love!

Stephen is an amazing massage therapist whom I’ve had the pleasure of knowing for many years. I rarely go to anyone else for massage as I’ve found the best there is! His technique is consistent yet but no two massages are every the same. His space is warm, clean and inviting. Highly recommended!

Stephen is best professional massage therapists in the area. I have received numerous massages by him because my partner recommended me to him. I am now convinced that he is the best. He is truly one of the best at what he does.

Amazing body worker!
I was in a bike accident and was unable to lift my right arm for quite some time. I went to Stephen to help me with rehabilitation. His touch helped to alleviate the pain and sprain in my shoulder. It felt amazing. My shoulder was tremendously sore yet he managed to compassionately work with it to relieve me of the pain. The knots that had developed from the accident had been removed. Within a day after Stephen’s work my shoulder was still popping and releasing tension. It felt great! I was able to return to work a day or so after his work. Thanks to Stephen and his mastery of compassionate touch.
Stephen is very intuitive and gentle. His knowledge and awareness of body exceeds that of other therapist I have been to in San Francisco. His work space was inviting and soothing. I admittedly dozed off a little bit from being utterly relaxed and calm. I will return to Stephen anytime I have back or any other body issues. I trust his ability 100%.

I get a massage from Stephen Just about every week. He’s compassionate gives 110% every time and I always feel relaxed and regenerative afterward.
He’s got 25 years of experience! Yikes! You’ve got to be doing something right if you’ve been massaging for 25 years.
As a personal trainer and rock climber, I do a lot of physical activity. Regeneration is something I take as serious as my training. Stephen may very well be the reason that I have not had any non-​contact injuries in the 2 years that I’ve been working with him. Any knots, soar spots, or tightness always improves after my visit.
My favorite part about stephen is that he is very flexible. He’s not the most knowledgeable therapist out there, but he is wise which beats knowledge any day. If he doesn’t know something he’ll find out for you. If he needs to research or look further into something he’ll do that for any one of his clients.
I may not have experienced Stephen’s massage 25 years ago, but I’m sure he’s aged like a European wine. Stephen does do a excellent job relaxing you and your body. If you want to prevent injuries, decompress, and/​or free your day of stress talk to stephen and he’ll take care of you.
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