Charles
Phoenix, AZ
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Rates
Studio sessions start at $60 for 60 minutes, $100 for 90 minutes, and $150 for 120 minutes — well below the Phoenix average of $127 for an hour. I also offer mobile appointments and accept gift certificates, plus discounts for students, active military, law enforcement, and emergency workers.
| Duration | At studio | At your location |
|---|---|---|
| 60 min Popular | $60 | Ask |
| 90 min | $100 | Ask |
| 120 min | $150 | Ask |
- Longer sessions available.
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About
Nineteen years of working with clients' bodies has taught me something most therapists learn much later, if at all: tension doesn't live in isolation. A tight shoulder often roots itself in your lower back. A sciatic flare can mask neck stiffness you didn't know you were carrying. That's why, after all these years, I've built my practice around reading what your body actually needs, not just what you think you need when you walk in.
I'm a Licensed Massage Therapist in Phoenix, specializing in therapeutic restorative work. I trained at Apollo College in Phoenix and finished my certification in 2007, but the real education happened in those thousands of hours since, working with clients who trusted me to find the knots and imbalances they couldn't find themselves.
My sessions blend deep tissue, trigger point work, myofascial release, and sports massage with Swedish technique and a touch of Reiki — that intuitive awareness that tells me where to press, where to breathe, where to stretch. I work with the whole picture: neck and shoulder tension, lower back pain, sciatic issues, and recovery from procedures like inguinal hernia repair. I use compression, muscle stripping, and sustained pressure to release what's locked.
I work both here in my Phoenix studio and mobile throughout the area, so whether you come to me or I come to you, you're getting the same careful, thorough attention. Every massage is shaped by your body's needs, not by a template. That's how I've built this practice, and that's why clients keep coming back.
Testimonials
I'd seen Charles years earlier and was impressed, but I didn't return until recently when I felt a strong intuition guiding me back to him. That instinct was absolutely correct. Within days after the massage, I noticed I was moving with far more ease and freedom, my posture had improved noticeably, and I genuinely felt a decade younger. His work clearly did more than address the physical—he opened energy pathways throughout my body. The multi-dimensional benefits have stayed with me. I'm so grateful I listened to my instincts and came back.
I've been receiving regular massages for over a decade and have seen many practitioners, but Charles ranks at the absolute top in technique and skill. He brings professionalism, genuine engagement, and creativity to every session, finding and releasing knots and pain I was holding without awareness. I hope he visits Houston more often because his work stands apart.
After relocating to Arizona and seeing many therapist profiles, I contacted Charles and got an appointment the very next day. He welcomed me with professionalism and warmth, asked about my problem areas—neck, shoulders, and lower back—and then went much further. As he worked, I felt tight spots I hadn't known existed. Without me saying a word, he expanded the session to cover my entire body. He even offered guidance afterward about the areas he'd addressed, which meant a lot since I was new to the area. I walked in for a massage and left with far more. I'm confident Charles is my therapist going forward.
Charles is exceptionally thorough and delivers outstanding massage work. He identified and worked out tensions and tight spots I didn't even realize I was holding. His skill is evident in every technique.
When Charles was in Houston, I booked an appointment and he proved remarkably skillful at addressing the kinks in my neck and shoulders. Beyond his technical expertise, he has excellent bedside manner—he conversed when that felt right and stayed quiet when I needed to drift. He also incorporated stretching so I left feeling properly aligned. His work is excellent, and I'd welcome his return.
Hemasseur's Take
Clients consistently describe Charles as exceptionally skilled at identifying and releasing tension they didn't know they carried, whether in the neck, shoulders, back, or throughout the entire body. His sessions deliver both immediate physical relief and longer-lasting benefits, with people reporting improved posture, greater ease of movement, and feeling years younger after treatment. His combination of technical proficiency, professional presence, and intuitive awareness—plus his willingness to expand a session beyond the stated problem areas—has earned him loyal clients across multiple states who request his return visits.
Education
May 2006 - April 2007
Massage Therapy
Apollo College, Phoenix, AZ
Location
N 19th Ave & W Bethany Home Rd, Phoenix
Hours
9 a.m. - 6 p.m. today
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FAQ
How much does deep tissue massage cost in Phoenix?
A 60-minute deep tissue session in my Phoenix studio runs $60, with 90-minute sessions at $100 and two-hour sessions at $150. These rates are below the Phoenix average, and I offer the same deep tissue work whether you visit the studio or I come to you.
Can I get a same-day massage appointment in Phoenix?
Yes, I keep availability for same-day bookings when my schedule allows. I've had clients contact me and get in the next day, so reach out and let me know what works for you.
Is there a mobile massage therapist serving Phoenix?
I offer mobile massage services throughout Phoenix and surrounding areas, so I can come to your home or office. You get the same quality deep tissue, trigger point, and myofascial release work as you'd receive in the studio.
What's the best massage for lower back pain and sciatica?
Trigger point therapy, deep tissue work, and myofascial release are highly effective for lower back and sciatic pain. I combine all three approaches in a single session, reading your body to identify which muscles need the most attention and releasing the tension that's radiating down your leg.
Do you offer sports massage in Phoenix?
Yes, I specialize in sports massage alongside deep tissue, trigger point, and myofascial release. I work with clients recovering from both training and injury, focusing on the specific muscle groups and movement patterns causing problems.
What does myofascial release feel like?
Myofascial release uses sustained pressure and slow, deliberate strokes to release the connective tissue surrounding your muscles. It feels like deep, focused work that gradually opens up restrictions you didn't know were there, often bringing relief that lasts well beyond the session.
Do you take insurance or payment plans?
I accept cash, all major credit cards (American Express, Visa, Mastercard, Discover), and digital payments including Apple Pay, Google Wallet, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle. Ask about discounts if you're a student, active military, law enforcement, or emergency worker.
What are your hours in Phoenix?
I'm available 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. today, with mobile and studio appointments throughout those hours. Call or message to confirm availability and book.
From the Hemasseur Team
Charles is a licensed massage therapist in Phoenix, Arizona with 19 years of hands-on experience. He trained at Apollo College in Phoenix and brings over a decade and a half of real-world skill to every session. His distinctive strength lies in the ability to read a body's deeper patterns, identifying and releasing tension that clients didn't realize they were holding. He works with deep tissue, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, sports massage, and Swedish technique, blending clinical precision with intuitive awareness.
Charles works both in his Phoenix studio and throughout the surrounding area via mobile appointments, making quality massage accessible whether you prefer a quiet treatment room or service at home. He's especially effective for clients dealing with chronic neck and shoulder tension, lower back pain, sciatic issues, and recovery from procedures. Clients consistently report that his thorough approach addresses problems they came in for plus ones they didn't even know they had.
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