Ned
Santa Rosa, CA
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Rates
Sessions start at $60 for 30 minutes in studio, with 60-minute appointments at $100—below the Santa Rosa average of $120. Mobile sessions are available within a 25-mile radius, starting at $85 for 30 minutes and $125 for a full hour.
| Duration | At studio | At your location |
|---|---|---|
| 30 min | $60 | $85 |
| 60 min Popular | $100 | $125 |
| 90 min | $150 | $175 |
- Longer sessions available.
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About
Forty-three years of hands-on work with clients has taught me that the body holds both physical tension and the emotional weight behind it. I've been doing this a long time—since the early 1980s, when I completed my massage training at the Body Electric School in Oakland and earned my master's degree in counseling psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco. Those years shaped how I listen, not just with my hands but with my whole attention.
My studio in downtown Santa Rosa offers a welcoming space where gay, bi, and questioning men can relax into receiving bodywork from someone who understands your experience. I work with Swedish massage, deep tissue, shiatsu, and trigger point release—techniques I use to address the specific muscle and fascia issues that bring you in. When you're dealing with chronic tension or pain, I can go deep using my elbows to release stubborn spasms, and I'm always attuned to how much pressure feels right for your body. I listen to your feedback as the session unfolds.
I've also spent nine years training as a Vortex Energy Healer through the Vortex Healing Trust in Boston. That work complements the massage beautifully. Some clients choose to add energy healing during their session—I'll energize your system while my hands release the physical holding patterns. Others dealing with serious health challenges or trauma benefit from a full Vortex session on its own. I also offer group Vortex healing sessions both in person and on Zoom for those interested in exploring that modality.
I'm here in the sincere desire to benefit your well-being. Please request appointments in advance so we can find a time that works for you. I'm open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. every day, serving Santa Rosa and surrounding areas up to 25 miles out for mobile sessions.
Techniques
Testimonials
One client reports that Ned's bodywork leaves their body feeling cared for and nurtured, with his technique effectively releasing soreness, tightness, and muscle spasms. They've returned many times and notice they stand taller and move straighter after each session. They also explore Ned's energy healing work and find it beneficial, wishing they could receive his treatment even more frequently.
A mobile client with decades of experience in counseling, energy work, and bodywork themselves describes Ned as a gifted healer with extensive expertise. They've worked with him for many years and credit his intuitive presence and skilled touch with relieving chronic shoulder pain. They appreciate how Ned invites deep release and connection to one's essential nature through both his massage and Vortex approach.
Andrew found relief from a serious wrist injury through multiple sessions with Ned, noting real improvement in pain and mobility after each visit. He credits the combination of massage and energy work with his healing and describes Ned as both professional and genuinely focused on the work of getting clients better. Andrew strongly recommends Ned to anyone dealing with chronic pain, tension, or injury recovery.
Hemasseur's Take
Clients consistently report significant relief from chronic pain, muscle spasms, and tension after working with Ned, with improvements in mobility and posture that persist beyond each session. His combination of skilled massage technique with energy healing sets him apart, and clients note that his intuitive, attentive presence creates a space where deep healing and emotional release become possible.
Clients specifically mention recovery from wrist injuries, shoulder pain relief, and the way Ned's work helps them feel both physically nurtured and emotionally supported through his decades of training and experience.
Education
Nov. 1983 - Feb. 1984
Therapeutic Massage
Body Electric School of Massage, Oakland, CA
Oct. 2016 - April 2024
Vortex Divine Energy Healing Certification
Vortex Healing Trust, Boston, MA
Sept. 1980 - June 1983
MA, Counseling Psychology
California Institute of Integral Studies, San Francisco, CA
Location
2nd Street & Brookwood Street, Santa Rosa
Mobile within 25 mi
Hours
10 a.m. - 9 p.m. every day
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FAQ
How much does deep tissue massage cost in Santa Rosa?
Deep tissue sessions at Ned's studio in Santa Rosa start at $100 for 60 minutes or $60 for 30 minutes. Mobile deep tissue massage within 25 miles is $125 for 60 minutes. First-time clients receive a discount, and prepaid packages are also available.
Is there a gay-friendly massage therapist in Santa Rosa, California?
Yes, Ned is a gay male bodyworker offering a welcoming space specifically for gay, bi, and questioning men in downtown Santa Rosa. He combines 43 years of massage experience with training in multiple modalities, including Swedish, deep tissue, shiatsu, and energy work.
Does Ned offer mobile massage in Santa Rosa?
Yes, Ned provides mobile massage services throughout Santa Rosa and surrounding areas within a 25-mile radius. Mobile 60-minute sessions start at $125, and he brings a heated massage table, music, and the same quality of care to your home.
What is Vortex Energy Healing?
Vortex Energy Healing is a modality Ned trained in for nine years through the Vortex Healing Trust in Boston. He offers it as a standalone session or combined with massage to address trauma, chronic health challenges, and deep emotional release.
Can I book a same-day massage appointment in Santa Rosa?
Ned requests that you make appointments in advance rather than booking same-day. He's available 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. every day, so reach out to find a time that suits your schedule.
What massage techniques does Ned use?
Ned blends Swedish massage, deep tissue, shiatsu, trigger point release, and energy work depending on your needs. He also listens to your body and adjusts pressure throughout the session based on your feedback.
Are there discounts available for massage in Santa Rosa?
Yes, Ned offers discounts for first-time clients and seniors, as well as discounts on prepaid bodywork packages. Gift certificates are also available.
What should I expect during a massage session with Ned?
You'll work in a private, well-heated studio downtown with access to aromatherapy, drinking water, and free parking. Ned combines intuitive touch with deep listening—he attends to both physical muscle tension and the emotional patterns held in your body.
From the Hemasseur Team
Ned is a massage therapist and energy healer in Santa Rosa, California with 43 years of professional experience. He trained at the Body Electric School of Massage in Oakland and holds a master's degree in counseling psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco. Beyond his foundational massage work in Swedish, deep tissue, shiatsu, and trigger point release, Ned completed a nine-year certification in Vortex Energy Healing through the Vortex Healing Trust in Boston—a rare dual expertise that sets him apart in the region. He operates a private studio in downtown Santa Rosa and serves clients up to 25 miles away through mobile sessions. Ned's practice is especially suited for gay, bi, and questioning men seeking a therapist who understands their experience, as well as anyone working through chronic pain, muscle tension, trauma, or serious health challenges who may benefit from combining bodywork with energetic support.
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