Josiah
Oakland, CA
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Rates
Sessions start at $100 for 30 minutes in-studio, with 60-minute sessions at $150—below the Oakland average of $163. Mobile massage is available within 25 miles, starting at $150 for 30 minutes.
| Duration | At studio | At your location |
|---|---|---|
| 30 min | $100 | $150 |
| 45 min | $125 | $175 |
| 60 min Popular | $150 | $200 |
| 75 min | $175 | $225 |
| 90 min | $200 | $250 |
| 105 min | $225 | $275 |
| 120 min | $250 | $300 |
- Longer sessions available.
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About
A year at Healing Hands School of Holistic Health in Laguna Niguel gave me the foundation, but ten years of listening to bodies in Oakland has been my real teacher. I learned early on that every body speaks a first language: touch. The question is whether you're truly hearing it.
My approach draws from Swedish, Shiatsu, Tui Na, and Deep Tissue, but technique alone isn't what I'm after. I spend time with you before we begin, understanding what brought you to the table. Then I move intuitively—flowing, kneading, shaking, tapping, or settling into areas that need deeper contact. I work unrushed, letting your body blossom at its own pace rather than forcing it open. Sometimes I'll offer gentle breath guidance to invite you into the healing process itself. This work isn't for people who want to be merely touched. It's for people who want to be truly felt.
I'm honored to serve Oakland and the surrounding Bay Area from my studio in 94602, and I also travel within a 25-mile radius for mobile sessions. I welcome every age, race, shape, sexual orientation, and gender identity. This space is gay, straight, and LGBTQ+ friendly. We meet with openness and authenticity.
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Testimonials
Sitting down with Josiah to discuss my needs and boundaries set the tone for an exceptional session. His understanding of how to communicate with the body is distinctive and powerful. The bodywork was both deeply therapeutic and healing, and I'm looking forward to my next appointment.
Josiah has an intuitive sense for what the body needs. He took real time to understand my goals and stayed present throughout the session, checking in frequently about my comfort. I never felt rushed, and his genuine care made the experience memorable. I'm eager to return.
I picked Josiah because he seemed kind, and that instinct paid off immediately. His greeting was warm, and our conversation beforehand showed he was truly listening to what I needed. The massage itself was expertly done—I felt deeply relaxed during it, and the next day my body showed real evidence of the work. There's a lingering lightness I still feel. Thank you for the care and skill.
This was among the finest massage sessions I've experienced. From the moment we met, Josiah's warmth and openness made me feel welcomed. Beyond the skill in his hands, what stood out was the human connection—I left not just feeling better physically, but having made a genuine connection with a kind person. I recommend him without hesitation.
Hemasseur's Take
Clients consistently praise Josiah for combining technical skill with genuine human presence. Sessions leave people not only physically relieved but feeling deeply heard and cared for, with noticeable results lasting days after the massage.
Recurring themes include his unhurried approach, his ability to listen both verbally and through touch, his warm energy, and the therapeutic connection that forms during a session. Many describe feeling welcomed and fully accepted from the start, and others note lasting physical benefits—feeling loose, floaty, or carrying forward a sense of lightness.
Education
July 2016 - June 2017
Holistic Health Practitioner
Healing Hands School of Holistic Health, Laguna Niguel, CA
Location
Lincoln Ave & Tiffin Rd, Oakland
Mobile within 25 mi
Hours
10 a.m. - 10 p.m. every day
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FAQ
What massage techniques does Josiah offer in Oakland?
Josiah blends Swedish, Shiatsu, Tui Na, Deep Tissue, Trigger Point, Rolfing, Reflexology, Lomi Lomi, Reiki, and Neuromuscular work with Conscious Breathwork coaching. He reads your body during the session and moves intuitively between techniques rather than following a preset protocol.
How much does a 60-minute massage cost in Oakland with Josiah?
A 60-minute in-studio massage is $150, and a 60-minute mobile massage to your home or office is $200. First-time clients receive a discount on their initial session.
Does Josiah offer mobile massage in the Bay Area?
Yes, Josiah provides mobile massage within a 25-mile radius of Oakland, serving surrounding Bay Area communities. Mobile rates start at $150 for 30 minutes and scale up with session length.
What hours is Josiah available for massage in Oakland?
Josiah is available from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. every day, seven days a week, at his studio in Oakland and for mobile appointments throughout the Bay Area.
Does Josiah's Oakland studio have parking and amenities?
Yes, the studio includes free parking, a heated massage table, private restroom, shower access, calming music, and drinking water. The space is designed for comfort and relaxation before and after your session.
Is Josiah LGBTQ+ friendly in Oakland?
Absolutely. Josiah's studio is explicitly gay, straight, and LGBTQ+ friendly. He welcomes people of all gender identities, sexual orientations, races, shapes, and ages, and creates space for openness and authenticity.
Can I book a same-day massage appointment with Josiah in Oakland?
It's worth reaching out to ask about same-day availability. Josiah works 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily and takes time to listen to each client, so openings depend on his current schedule. Contact him directly to inquire.
Does Josiah offer any services beyond massage?
Yes, Josiah also provides meditation coaching and yoga instruction alongside his bodywork, allowing you to deepen your healing practice beyond the massage table.
From the Hemasseur Team
Josiah is a massage therapist in Oakland, California with ten years of hands-on experience and training from Healing Hands School of Holistic Health in Laguna Niguel. He specializes in an intuitive blend of Swedish, Shiatsu, Tui Na, and Deep Tissue techniques, working fluidly within a session rather than following a rigid protocol. Josiah serves Oakland and surrounding Bay Area communities through both in-studio sessions and mobile massage within a 25-mile radius.
What sets Josiah apart is his emphasis on genuine connection and listening. He meets clients before the table, understands their needs, and lets their body guide the work—flowing, kneading, settling into areas of tension, or slowing down as needed. He often incorporates breath guidance to invite clients into active participation in their own healing. Clients appreciate his unhurried presence and the sense of being truly felt rather than simply worked on. His practice appeals to anyone seeking deeper therapeutic contact and a therapist who treats the whole person.
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