Victor
Chicago, IL
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Rates
A 60-minute session in my studio starts at $120 (well below the Chicago average of $136), with 90-minute sessions at $180 and 120-minute sessions at $240. Mobile massage to your home runs $180 for 60 minutes, $240 for 90 minutes, and $300 for two hours—ask about discounts when you prepay for a package.
| Duration | At studio | At your location |
|---|---|---|
| 60 min Popular | $120 | $180 |
| 90 min | $180 | $240 |
| 120 min | $240 | $300 |
- Longer sessions available.
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About
Eight years of full-time massage practice has taught me something most people don't realize until they're on my table: your body remembers everything. Every injury, every sleepless week, every time you carried someone else's stress in your shoulders. That's what I work with.
I'm Victor, and I've built my practice on deep tissue, Swedish, and Esalen massage because they work together. Deep tissue reaches the knots that won't let go. Swedish brings flow and rhythm back to muscles that forgot how to relax. Esalen adds something quieter—it's about listening to what your body actually needs, not just what you think it should need.
I've relocated to Chicago's Northside, near Clark and Sheffield, just steps from the Addison Red Line stop. My studio is private and calm, with heated tables, hot towels, candles, and music that actually helps you decompress. If you can't come to me, I travel within 25 miles across Chicago and the surrounding areas, bringing the same care to your home.
I take this work seriously because you deserve someone who does. I'm here for people dealing with old injuries, sore muscles from work or training, and the kind of stress that lives in your body whether you want it to or not. I'm also fiercely committed to welcoming everyone—LGBTQ folks, people of color, folks with disabilities, chronically ill clients. You belong here, and I'll treat you with the respect you deserve.
Open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day. Reach out with questions about what I do or what a session costs. I'm straightforward, easy to talk to, and ready to help.
Techniques
Testimonials
You won't find a more professional, experienced, and knowledgeable massage therapist than Victor. He's always on time and delivers the most relaxing massage every single visit. Super friendly and genuinely skilled at making you feel good. Try him—you won't regret it.
Victor is a skilled massage therapist with deep knowledge of the human body. He treats me with tremendous respect and care despite my disability and chronic illness. I've been seeing him for six years and plan to continue. He's friendly, conversational during sessions, and has relieved my chronic pain repeatedly. I always leave more relaxed.
Getting a massage from Victor was excellent. He asked what I needed to focus on and what pressure level worked for me, then delivered exactly that. He was easy to talk to throughout, which made the whole experience even better.
I've had several massages from Victor. His technique strikes the perfect balance between strong therapeutic pressure and deep relaxation. He's friendly, personable, easygoing, and his rates are fair. His studio is private and well located. I recommend him highly.
After putting self-care on hold for five years while caring for family, I desperately needed deep tissue work to realign my body. Victor did far more than I expected. He's talented, intuitive, professional, and has genuinely magical hands. I left floating and already can't wait to return.
Victor is pleasant, punctual, respectful, and kind. The massage environment he's created is completely calm and restorative. I drive an hour from the suburbs because it's worth every minute. He targets exactly what needs work, and I felt completely brand new afterward. It's a 10 out of 10 experience.
The massage you gave me yesterday really worked. I slept through the entire night and woke up without any pain. Thank you for your healing hands—the work was incredible.
Victor is one of the nicest people I know and a gifted massage therapist. His long, perfectly pressured techniques genuinely work. I recommend him without hesitation. You won't find a nicer or more talented person for this work.
Hemasseur's Take
Clients consistently report profound relief from chronic pain, better sleep, and a feeling of complete relaxation after sessions with Victor. His intuitive touch, professional manner, and ability to listen to what each body needs set him apart—whether someone is managing a disability, recovering from injury, or simply stressed from daily life.
People travel significant distances for his work, citing his skill, punctuality, friendliness, and fair pricing as reasons they return repeatedly and recommend him without reservation.
Location
N. Clark St. & N. Sheffield Ave., Chicago
Mobile within 25 mi
Hours
8 a.m. - 8 p.m. every day
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FAQ
How much does deep tissue massage cost in Chicago?
My studio deep tissue sessions start at $120 for 60 minutes, $180 for 90 minutes, or $240 for 120 minutes. If I come to your home or office on the Northside or nearby areas, mobile rates are $180, $240, and $300 for those same lengths. Prepaid packages come with discounts.
Does Victor offer mobile massage near Chicago?
Yes, I travel within a 25-mile radius of Chicago, serving clients throughout the city and surrounding areas. I bring candles, music, and the same quality care to your home or office that you'd get in my studio. Mobile sessions run 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day.
What's the difference between Swedish and deep tissue massage?
Swedish massage uses longer, flowing strokes to relax muscles and improve circulation—think of it as a way to reset your body's rhythm. Deep tissue targets the knots and tension buried deeper in muscle, using sustained pressure to release what won't let go. I blend both depending on what your body needs.
Is there same-day availability for massage in Chicago?
I'm open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day, so same-day appointments are often possible. Text, call, or message me to check availability and book. Payment is simple—cash, Venmo, or Zelle.
Can Victor help with chronic pain or injury recovery?
Yes, I work regularly with clients managing chronic pain, past injuries, and conditions like arthritis or fibromyalgia. I listen to what you're dealing with, adjust pressure and technique to match your needs, and build sessions around what actually helps. Clients tell me they sleep better and feel less pain after working with me.
What is Esalen massage?
Esalen is a slower, more meditative style that combines long, flowing strokes with deep listening to your body's signals. It's less about forcing tension to release and more about giving your nervous system permission to relax. I use it alongside deep tissue and Swedish to create balance.
Are you LGBTQ-friendly in Chicago?
Absolutely. I'm an advocate for the LGBTQ community and I don't discriminate—all are welcome in my studio. You'll be treated with genuine respect and care, no exceptions.
From the Hemasseur Team
Victor is a massage therapist in Chicago, Illinois with 8 years of full-time practice and a decade-plus background in bodywork. He specializes in deep tissue, Swedish, and Esalen massage, blending these techniques to address injuries, muscle soreness, and stress. His studio sits on the Northside near Clark and Sheffield, a few blocks from the Addison Red Line stop, with amenities including heated tables, hot towels, and a peaceful atmosphere. He also travels within 25 miles across Chicago and surrounding areas for mobile sessions. Victor is deeply committed to welcoming all clients, particularly members of the LGBTQ community, and adjusts each session to individual needs—whether someone is recovering from chronic pain, training hard, or simply exhausted from life's demands. Clients consistently praise his intuitive touch, professional demeanor, and the real relief they feel after sessions.
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