Sankofa Massage & Bodywork

I have only received one massage before and that was at an upscale Boston salon and this massage topped that. First off, Tye the masseuse is very friendly and welcoming. You can tell right off the bat that she likes to get to know her clients and how she can help them through massage. I was experiencing some upper back pain in my shoulders and she paid extra attention to that area during my massage.Not only was the massage great, but the atmosphere was perfect. Dim lighting, soothing music and scents. The studio is very clean and well-decorated.Post massage Tye sat down again with me to tell me her findings from the massage, which was very helpful. I am booked to go back and can't wait.

I just moved to Salem, and have been trying to find a place to get a good massage on the northshore. I tried a couple of places in Salem, and I just wasn't happy with my massages- the therapists weren't really thoughtful, and didnt heed my request to focus on my sore back and shoulders. Last weekend, I tried sankofa on a whim-- I walked by its great local on Washington st and made an appointment the next day. From the moment I met Tye, I knew that this massage would be different than the others. She took the time to interview me about what I wanted to get out of my session, and asked for areas of focus. She was super knowledgeable, and actually LISTENED to what I had to say! After my massage, I felt like a new person. My sore muscles felt much looser. I can't wait to go back!!

I booked an "emergency" sports massage after experiencing acute muscle spasms from dehydration. Tye Burrell was very experienced and knowledgable in my condition. The massage had me feeling much better almost immediately and allowed me to compete in a 30k road race a few days later. Beautiful sudio is the icing on the cake for this top notch experience.

I entered myself in a raffle for a free 30 minute massage while shopping at Urban Elementsand I won! You could say I was surprised and super happy when I heard from Tye that I had won! It was my first massage with Tye (but it definitely will NOT be the last!) Tye was FABULOUS - she was such an informative, nuturing and caring professional. She took the time to talk about her style and techniques prior to the massage and followed up with a post massage summarythe summary was extremely helpful and informative! Also, the environment was very tranquil and soothing! Honestly, Tye is my favorite so far and I can't wait to schedule my next massage with her! I highly recommend Tye for your future massage therapy! Thanks again, Tye! :)-JD

As an athlete, I've had to have lots of deep tissue massages and body work. Tye has been my favorite so far. For me, it was so nice that she took the time to talk to me before and after my massage, to first let me know about her style and ask me about my problem areas, as well as tell me what she felt after. She also has given me lots of ideas for stretches and therapies I can do at home to maintain comfortable muscles (I always get shin splints and she gave me some advice for soothing them). She definitely makes the massage about what you need as a patient, which isn't always the case with many massage therapists. I've been to lots of spa's where I would never have the same therapist, they would have a specific technique they used for everyone, etc. Tye's massages are based on what your body needs. And she's great about applying a comfortable amount of pressure for you, and focussing on your problem areas with lots of patience and deep muscle work. I've found her massages to really loosen up my entire body, more than any other massages I've received in the past.