June 13th 2025
Massage 336 LLC
Kelly Zimmerman
You may be one of those people who really loves to get a massage now and then. You may have never tried massage. If you find yourself in between therapists or trying out massage therapy for the first time, you will probably be asking the question, “How do I select the best
massage therapist for me?” There are a few key factors to consider when choosing your next licensed massage therapist.
The first factor to consider is comfortability. From start to finish, your therapist should make you feel comfortable, even before you get on the table. He or she could do this by emulating professionalism and a warm and caring personality. They could also make you feel secure by communicating what to expect throughout the session or by answering any questions that you may have to mitigate any possible uneasiness.
When you get bodywork done, it is important that you feel safe and comfortable with the other person. There is a good amount of vulnerability associated with massage and you want to have confidence that your therapist is working in your best interest.
Don’t underestimate your gut feeling. The right therapist will make you feel at ease and make the session about you. You will feel like your needs were addressed throughout the course of the massage and your wellbeing took on an advancement.
Another factor to consider when finding your massage therapist is their style. Every massage therapist has a unique touch, approach, and different areas of expertise. It may be good for you to understand what your goals are for massage. What is priority for you?
Maybe you are looking for a full deep tissue session, so deep pressure to address muscle aches and pains is paramount and pain a little bit of pain does not scare you. Or maybe you have chronic discomfort in your lower back and could benefit from some hip and leg stretching along with myofascial work. Maybe you just want your shoulders and neck worked on and those nasty knots worked out. Or maybe you just want to tune out for an hour and allowing your mind and nervous system to slow down is all you are looking for.
Whatever your goals may be, there will be therapists who can accommodate you better depending on their skills and type of touch.
Another consideration is the facility itself.
Great, so maybe you found a therapist that you love but now you turn your attention to the facility they work out of. What do you look for? Maybe it’s a great location but the business itself leaves you feeling uneasy. Maybe its standards of cleanliness are not up to par, maybe they are pushy about upgrading to expensive treatments, or perhaps you feel it lacks professionalism. Some good questions to ask when considering the facility are “Is it credible?” “Is it clean?” “Does it have an online presence with good reviews?”
Beyond the specific personality and style of your therapist, you will want to feel that the business they work under is a credible place.
Another thing to consider when selecting your massage therapist is location, availability, and pricing.
This is more of a practical one.
Convenience matters.
You may want to pick an establishment that is close to where you live or near an area that you frequently travel. What are their hours of operation? Scheduling your massage appointments could prove to be an ongoing hassle if the business’s hours of operation do not align well with your schedule. Or maybe the cost per session is out of reach for you. These are pretty important factors that you may want to consider as they could be pretty important and could be potential non starters.
So, as we have covered, there are quite a few factors when it comes to selecting your own massage therapist. Hopefully this list will be helpful in the event that you find yourself switching therapists or trying massage out for the first time. When you do find your right guy or gal, just know that you will be well on your way to a better you and more robust self-care routine!
Happy Trails!
If you aren’t sure that your massage therapist is licensed through the state and practicing lawfully you can check the PA department of state records at
