“Spending time with Vanessa has been both a healing and relaxing experience. I have been receiving massage therapy for both shoulder and lower back issues. It has greatly improved my range of motion and reduced pain. I highly recommend Vanessa as a massage therapist and am looking forward to my next visit.”

“Vanessa is phenomenal. Every visit, she takes time to listen to what's going on with my body and she tailors each session accordingly. Even though I can't go often enough to get the fullest and quickest therapeutic benefit, I have had significant pain relief in just a few months of monthly visits. She has helped me work through chronic neck pain, migraines, and even a flare-up of plantar fasciitis. If you experience chronic pain or hold tension in your body, Vanessa knows how to help.”

“I have had 3 major surgeries in the last 3 years and my body was a mess; constant pain and stiffness throughout and so very stressful. I was aging before my time. Vanessa has used multiple modalities to alleviate the trauma to my body. Of particular benefit is the ‘cupping technique’ which has done wonders to increase blood flow and restore sensation to areas of injury. All so gentle, soothing, and holistically restorative. It’s a significant life change to bring peace to mind and body such that I am now able to walk for exercise and move without pain! I am so very grateful.”

“I ran a half marathon and really needed a massage and some muscle release. The massage was great, especially the cupping!”

“The Hot Stone Massage was wonderful! Often, massages that feel good during don't leave my muscles relaxed and limber afterward, but this one did both. Vanessa has a very calm presence and the space is lovely, so the whole experience was a pleasure.”

“Vanessa is delightfully enthusiastic about sharing her knowledge and commitment to healing, but best of all, she was able to identify the real issue with my shoulder and get real healing results. The issue had been plaguing me for well over a year and had not responded to the efforts of two other well-intentioned professionals. This turned out to be due, in part, to being misdiagnosed. But Vanessa persisted until the real truth of the issue came to light and her therapies began to make a real difference. Full range of motion and lack of discomfort and pain were finally achieved! I would unreservedly recommend her services for your healing journey. You'll be - quite literally - in good hands.”

“Massages with Vanessa Van Valin are the best! She’s extremely gifted in bringing relief to areas of tension, injury and overuse. She spends time getting to know and understand clients’ specific needs, and offers gentle but effective solutions to relieve discomfort. I highly recommend Vanessa!”

“Vanessa has a gift! Her calm, inviting style was exactly what I needed. The massage itself was wonderful; Vanessa is very knowledgeable about the effects of massage therapy on the body, and has the ‘hands’ to back up her knowledge. I recommended her highly!”

“Wonderful massage!! I've been dealing with pain caused by lingering muscle tension after I took a fall and Vanessa completely alleviated it. She asked great, detailed questions and listened carefully, approaching the massage as a healer, but still created a relaxing, spa-like atmosphere.”

“I had my second massage by Vanessa last week. She offered a hot stone massage and I’m so glad that I accepted. She is incredibly thorough and more knowledgeable than any therapist I’ve ever visited. Highly recommend!”

“Vanessa is absolutely wonderful. From the moment I walked in, I felt listened to about my needs and how I was feeling that very moment. The massage was customized to me and my body. The environment was warm, welcoming and very clean. I highly recommend getting a massage here and also recommend purchasing her hand made heat packs!”

“I love going to Boone for hikes and visit with my oldest and dearest friend. We love to go adventure running and hiking which leaves me stiff and sore. The BEST MASSAGE in Boone, NC is for sure Vitality Massage and Bodywork with Vanessa Van Valin. She is attentive, uses just the right amount of pressure and I feel fantastic after her massages. I wish anyone could experience this luxury!! Her skills and personality surpass my multiple massage therapists I've experienced. You have to check this out!”

I met with Vanessa for the first time today for a Swedish massage for pain that had been triggered by stress and emotional strain. She had a lovely and calming presence from the moment I walked in the door. She was communicative and helpful with explaining different choices and recommendations (I would definitely take her up on the hot stone suggestion). It is important for me to work with massage therapists who understand the mind/emotion/body connection and Vanessa proved to be knowledgeable and well-versed in this area. She also recommended some stretches that I can use at home between sessions which I found very helpful. I cannot recommend visiting Vanessa enough and am looking forward to my next visit.