Testimonials

My goal is to meet every client where they are and to continuously grow and evolve as a therapist. Thank you for sharing your experiences with me!

I came to Olandra in desperate need of shoulder relief! I had the pleasure of working with her and have seen her technique. Trusting her over any other massage therapist was easy after seeing her work. With a mix of energy work that relaxed my mind enough to do body work, she took the time to understand the physical issue that lied beneath. Needless to say, my shoulder has increased in mobility and decreased in pain significantly. As a massage therapist, I’m comfortable looking to her to as someone who can help keep me in practice.

Elisa, Licensed Massage Therapist

Olandra has empowered me to understand my own physical and mental wellbeing in new and different ways that have yielded countless positive impacts, ranging from a full recovery from an accident to significantly reduced anxiety/panic attacks. Her approach is totally unique, and Olandra consistently provides me with tools and resources in pursuit of my goals.

Client from Private Practice

I had the honor of receiving scar tissue work from Olandra, and I have to say, it was such a beautiful experience! I'm a cancer survivor, and I had a lot of scar tissue build-up from my many surgeries. Olandra went straight to work on my chest region and ribs. I hadn’t felt true relief from the pain in that area for a while, but I finally felt it after a session with her. If you are looking for non-invasive relief from scar tissue pain, you definitely need to book her services! You will not regret it!

Mercy J, Licensed Massage Therapist

I could write an entire essay on the impact Olandra has had on my life. I’d been seeing her for massage for a few years before we started doing coaching sessions together. I was in need of guidance and knew she was the person I wanted to explore with - and it truly is an exploration. Olandra lets me take the lead, trusting that I know where I need to go. I either arrive with an agenda or I take a few moments quietly to check in with myself and decide what direction to take us in. Her inviting, non-judgemental presence steadies me as I weave between anecdotal stories, self narratives, self doubt, tears - the works! And she is always ready to laugh when the moment calls for levity. 

Olandra is so tuned in to the human experience and is forever expanding her understanding of how and why we operate the way we do. She brings to the table an alchemic presence of coach, therapist, spiritual director, friend and human. I always leave our sessions feeling seen and empowered. I can’t recommend working with Olandra enough.

Glynis R

Olandra is a highly skilled and professional body worker whom I highly recommend. I came to get relief for chronic neck tension. She did a detailed intake to understand and asses the type of treatment I needed. She is clearly skilled and highly knowledgeable in craniosacral work.
After our session, I felt a significant difference throughout my entire body with noticable opening through the neck, spine and hips. Additionally, Olandra provided recommendations to address my issues off the table to help support long term relief. I have worked with a number of therapists and can difinitively say that Olandra is one of the best! This is not your average "relaxation massage". If you are looking for a meditative, relaxing massage that ALSO provides prolonged physical relief from your aches and pains, look no further!

Chelsea S

Before my first massage with Olandra, I'd been having sporadic issues with urination. If I had held it in too long, when I finally tried to urinate, it would barely come out. This also happened sometimes when I was using a tampon. I forgot to mention any of this during our consultation as there were other muscular aches that prompted me to book the massage. 

As part of the treatment, Olandra felt into my organs and found a disturbance in my bladder. She worked on it and cleared it. After the massage she told me she'd worked on the bladder. 

The issues I had been experiencing haven't happened since! The massage was over 4 months ago. 

Olandra is a very intuitive and knowledgeable therapist. Truly a gifted healer! 

Jen M, Hairstylist

I went to see Olandra after days of experiencing excruciating neck and upper back pain. Olandra spent time getting to know me as she tried to figure out the root of the pain. I can’t quite explain what she did because she worked on my back some, yes, but that was not what relieved me of the pain. I remember her holding my feet and immediately feeling a sense of release. Almost like energy that had been stuck was able to flow through my body. Honestly, the closest thing I can compare it to was a mini ayahuasca trip. The next day the pain was completely gone, I have never experienced anything like that. And I felt better, more centered, lighter, and rested. It was like a huge weight had been lifted from my body.

I had also been experiencing headaches for about a decade prior to our session together. It’s been a year since my single appointment with Olandra, and I haven’t had one since!

Sara Gozalo, Runner and Criminal Justice Worker in Storytelling and Investigation

Olandra visited our office of 14 people monthly for 3 years. Throughout that period, she had an immensely positive impact on our teams' bodies and mental states. The care and interest she showed to each member of our team made the 30 minutes spent with her restorative and regenerative. Olandra’s sessions at our office were specifically aimed at seeking solutions to our individual needs and covered a range of issues from stress management to physical ailments and was accompanied by advice on how to manage on our own between visits. We specifically enjoyed her attention to detail when adjusting various parts of the body and stretching or massaging based on what’s needed, and in a way that can help pain points feel better. We would highly recommend Olandra for any kind of visitation.

Morris Adjmi Architects

Since our first massage 5 years ago, I’ve referred to my sessions with Olandra as “church” because it is healing and grounding for both my body and spirit. While she is an exceptional massage therapist, I’m continuously in awe of her capacity to connect deeply to what I need in that moment — from somatic work and meditation to coaching and thought partnership.

I leave our time together with new ideas, clarity about long-term goals, and a sense of groundedness. My biweekly sessions with Olandra are a vital element of my business model and my overall wellbeing.

When I was starting this business, Olandra was one of the first strategic partners I sought to engage.

Lelia Gowland, Strategic Vacations

Seeing Olandra has helped ease my chronic pain so much! She will work on my shoulder in a certain way, continue on to another part of my body and then come back to the shoulder to see if it reacted to the treatment or if it needs more work. I'm always impressed by the range of methods she uses during that process. One of my personal highlights of each session are the hot towels. They just make me feel so luxurious! I feel calm for days after the sessions and my pain immediately starts to decrease.

Stefanie H, Dancer and Cook

Over the past several months while my mom (age 92) was on hospice care, Olandra provided her with regular massages at her residence. She loved Olandra's visits, which helped her to relax, improved circulation and provided skin care. Touch and connection is so vital in the elderly population and Olandra did this with ease and professionalism.

Ron

I am fortunate to be able to experience body work frequently, and Olandra is the BEST practitioner I have ever seen. She’s extremely intuitive and adaptive, and she practices with the highest integrity and intention. Whether you are looking for deep tissue for sore muscles or an injury, pressure point therapy, or energy work such as reiki, each session with Olandra is unique and highly individualized to suit your needs. She has an extensive background with her trainings and experience and she has been practicing for a long time, which is apparent in all of the details in her practice.  If you have the opportunity to see her, do it!

Jess C, Nursing Student

Olandra offers healing touch with expertise, professionalism, and compassion. She is one of the best listeners I know, and she has tailored each of our sessions for exactly what I need. She pairs strength in body and intuition with sensitivity and a lightness of heart to deliver transformational healing experiences. I recommend her with great enthusiasm and confidence!

Carly C, Yoga Instructor

When you go to Olandra for bodywork, you’re not just getting a massage. She has a deep understanding of the human body and spends time getting to your body specifically. She is extremely sensitive to each individual‘s needs and works with you to make sure you get the most out of your session. Massage, just like all body treatments, is not a cure all but working with Olandra has helped my body heal from past traumas both mental and physical. Thank you for your patience,  for listening, and for responding with loving kindness in your touch.

Sophia R, Personal Trainer & Professional Dancer

Having played the drum set for most of my life, muscle imbalance and chronic pain had become pretty regular for me. With some simple guidance, Olandra was able to help my basic physical approach to the set on a deep level. Not only did this help the pain at its root, but it actually affected how I play as a musician. It’s amazing what the right help can do. She also gave one of the better massages I’ve ever had.

Jesse A, Professional Drummer

I have not received any professional massages in my life, so I didn't know what to expect when I scheduled with Olandra.  It seemed that her practice revolved around my intentions and needs.  She was prepared to meet me where I was at, create space, and allow me to drive the process.  I felt like I could talk about anything I needed to, and opt out of talking when I needed to. Working with her has given me new perspective on how to integrate my mind and body into healing together, and how much power I actually have in that process.

Sarah W, Cook

Olandra has been a wonderful massage therapist to me over the last four years. I keep coming back to Olandra when I need restorative bodywork because she is able to both provide targeted effective treatment, as well as a relaxing and calming overall experience. Each session has been customized with different techniques based on both my verbal feedback on what I felt I needed focus on, as well as feedback from my body in the moment. She also provides a very safe and comforting environment to explore the underlying causes of my pain and restriction of motion. I feel much better after leaving my appointment, and the effects last for several days/weeks. She has even given me exercises and suggestions for a for keeping my body "dance ready" in between my sessions with her. I highly recommend Olandra to anyone looking for a restorative and healing massage!

Lindsey Z, Tango Dancer

I feel like I was just operated on (in a good way!). Olandra’s touch has the precision of a surgeon.

Client from Spa Aria

Olandra is WONDERFUL! I was always greeted warmly and with a huge smile. Olandra made sure I was always informed and at ease with all techniques of her therapy. My knees are bone on bone. I also have a bad hip and extremely sensitive areas along my spine and neck. The relief I have experienced after Olandra's massages is fantastic. The pain in my knees is hugely minimized for as long a period as four to seven days after an appointment. Considering that I have lived with constant daily pain for the last ten years, this is a remarkable event. My back and neck pain is also greatly reduced. I personally feel that anyone considering hiring Olandra would be the recipient of an invaluable asset. I have gone to Doctors and Chiropractors for years with little or no relief. The relief I have received with Olandra's massages has had dramatic effect on my life. She is sorely missed here in California.

Pamela E

I'm a timberfaller, my job is very physically challenging, producing a lot of wear and tear on my body. I have work related pain and am a fairly large sized man so I need a masseuse whose strength and technique can impact me. I really enjoyed the massage, Olandra provided a very relaxing space. After Olandra’s massage my pain was much better and I also had greater flexibility.

Nehemiah E, Timberfaller

Olandra's massages are hands down the best I have ever received! Upon my arrival, she takes her time to learn about my body and my emotional state. I appreciate that she is so intuitive without spouting new-agey hippieisms. She plays lovely soft music and offers smell-good oils. She encourages feedback though I'm usually blissfully comatose by the time she finishes!

Maggie L, Teacher

Olandra is a gifted massage therapist, who creates a wonderful healing environment. She is focused and readily adapts to the individual needs of her clients with her knowledge of various modalities.

Jan, Nurse

I got a massage with Olandra and was finally able to go from sitting to standing without pain and made it through virtual Dance teaching this morning. If you’ve been having Work From Home back pain too, I can not recommend her enough!!

Gigi E, Teacher

After experiencing Olandra’s bodywork multiple times over a number of years, I’m struck by their talent, presence, and continual growth.  

I go to Olandra to address specific stuck areas and the emotional components underlying the stuckness.  Every time I feel their touch, I move deeply into my body and my emotions. I’ve found safety to uncover very intense emotions, and experienced layers of traumatic patterning emerge in ways that have helped me process. This has dramatically affected the course of my life, and left me feeling more at ease. 

Their work feels very well held, in the ritual and process of a session, as well as the quality of their touch.  They demonstrate professionalism in addressing expectations, holding a strong container, and allowing the body to unfold in ways that feel easy and intuitive.  Occasionally, and after asking permission, they add simple questions that deeply affect the work we do.  Through their touch, presence, and words, a session feels like a dialog with many aspects of myself, not someone simply pressing on parts of my body. 

I would recommend their work to anyone who is searching inside themselves, and looking for a deeper guide and friendly presence to assist with pain, stuckness, and emotions. Their work feels like a true benefit in my life.

Jonathan J, Embodiment Educator