Quinn Caya, LMT

Quinn is the best Buffalo has to offer. His massage style is outstanding, and he understands physiology in a way that really helps get to the root cause of any musculo-​skeletal issues. This isn’t going to be your average «feel good» rubdown, it’s a real-​deal bodywork session that will leave you feeling years younger and in top physical condition. Worth every cent.

Best massage therapist I’ve ever had. I was very grateful, but sad that I found him just as I was moving away from Buffalo.
He clearly knows what he is doing and seems to enjoy it. He responds to your body in that moment and explores and addresses the underlying issue (s). He listens and encourages ongoing feedback to determine what kind of body work you are looking for and he will talk with you about what might help you best. He also provided some help with my posture at the beginning of our first session and encourages you to do exercises between sessions. Do them, it helps!
I had a specific issue I wanted to address and he was the right guy for that. Similar to the previous reviewer, I was after deep work and Quinn was the right person for that. I could not speak to whether he would provide a more general relaxation/​Swedish style massage, but I imagine if that was what you were after he would be able to provide.
Quinn is also a really genuine and kind guy. I enjoyed his presence in my life and felt like he shared a wonderful energy with me. His workspace is comfortable and fits his style. I would not characterize it as luxurious, so if you’re after that day spa feel, this may not be the place for you.
Bottom line, if you want someone who can do excellent deep massage therapy, for long-​term benefit, and who also embodies and shares a lifestyle of abundance with his clients, I could not recommend anyone more highly.

I have been a successful massage therapist for more than a decade, and I am glad to say that Quinn Caya is a consummate professional. He is my go-​to bodywork guy.
His premises are clean, warm and welcoming and include off-​street parking in a quiet neighborhood. The intake process is professional and tactful. The massage room is inviting.
What separates Quinn from most LMTs in the Buffalo area is his completely mindful presence during the entire process. Technically proficient massage therapists are not hard to find, but very few can slow down and follow what the body tells them. I have found massage with Quinn to be an exploratory, rather than directive, experience.
You will not be disappointed.

Quinn is a massage therapist, yoga, reiki guy who has set up shop on Elmwood right under Hand to Heart Yoga.
The Therapist: A very genial person who really takes time to evaluate your personal conditions (and he doesn’t seem to count that against your massage time). I am not good on terminology here but he seems to do very deep work. While relaxing and therapeutic, this was not a wonderful feeling massage. I was in favor of the deep work though as I got the feeling that it would be good for my body in the long run. I am sure you could just tell him that you were looking for a nice relaxing hour and he would accommodate that. His massage also involved touch in places that some folks might find intrusive (breastbone, hips, etc.) but he does ask first so you can let him know if that weirds you out. My only sadness is that I actually felt sorer the next day. I am hoping that means my body is on a healing path.
The Space: Kind of noisy because you will hear folks at the surrounding restaurants, but he can put music on if you like. Waiting area is locked while he is in session so you may have to wait outside.
The Price: Like many others, I went to Quinn because I bought a groupon. His normal rate is $ 65 for an hour. This is a pretty decent price considering he doesn’t expect tips. He seemed quite taken aback when I tipped him in fact. Better prices than a fancy spa, but then again he isn’t a fancy spa and you don’t get the amenities that come with that (fancy tea, nice waiting area, ability to go with a friend to share a special event).
Overall — a nice guy and good experience. I already made my next appointment.