Body Luminous

I have been going to Patrick as I was recovering from an injury in my lower back. He’s work was so important for my recovery. I got rid of a lot stored hidden tension and finished up with a beautiful align spirit and body. You can sense the knowledge and sensitivity in his hands, as a massage therapist I appreciate it a lot. Thank you Patrick

I went to Patrick because I couldn’t lift my arm very much higher than my shoulder. A surgeon examined me and said I might need surgery to release the «impingement» in my shoulder.
I thought I would try something else first and went for a couple massage treatments.
The massage treatment offered some immediate relief.
Between Patrick’s help and being careful with my shoulder for a while, I ended up getting better and not needing the surgery!

I’m so happy I found Patrick! He has the best results on Unilocal for a reason. I was recovering from recurrent sinus infections and looked for a lymphatic drainage massage to help with blockages in my sinuses and ears and to boost immunity. I experienced an immediate improvement in my symptoms in the hours after receiving the massage, which helped unblock my ears. It was my first lymphatic massage, and I was surprised to find that it felt really nice, too.

Patrick and his skilled hands are just what you need. He has a way of knowing exactly which areas to soothe with just the right amount of pressure. He brings a strong soothing energy to his body work. Afterwards I always feel like all my tension is gone and I’m sort of melted.

Can I give him 6 stars for his deep tissue massage?!
Patrick and his magical hands made me feel so relaxed after yesterday massage. It was worth the dreadful 40-​min bus ride from the Financial District every time to see him. His Presidio Heights location is nice, clean and professional, while the Nopa location is neat, spacious and homely with a lovely fireplace. Patrick’s work is unparalleled. I highly recommend him.

I never knew such a rhythmic, light touch could lull me to sleep! I usually get deep massages, but Patrick’s lymphatic massage was so soothing today. Thank you, Patrick!

I’ve been going to Patrick for about a year or so now, and he has been nothing short of exceptional. Until recently, I have only gotten the occasional «spa» massage to treat myself, although in truth I have needed them far more often… His massage therapy (whether Swedish, Deep Tissue or Lymphatic) is truly therapeutic and worth every minute and every penny. He asks what you need, listens and responds, but also seems to instinctively know/​sense where it hurts and attends to that, which is almost magical/​mystical, if you’ll forgive the ‘new agey’ words (which I’m not prone to use typically). Also, he has great taste in music and doesn’t play the usual «blah» elevator muzak that you hear in most spa type environments. Overall, I highly recommend him absolutely without reserve to anyone and everyone who needs any kind of physical massage therapy. Thank you, Patrick, for saving my neck and back!

I went to body luminous for the first time after buying a living social deal ($ 40 for $ 80 1-​hr Swedish massage)
Patrick was fantastic! The massage was soothing yet firm, and just the right amount of pressure. I did not want it to end. I’m pretty sure he even went over by like 10 minutes which was magical.
This might finally be the guy that convinces me to start getting massages on a regular basis and not hop from one living social deal to another.

We bought a massage package for 10 sessions with Patrick. Each session was consistently, simply wonderful! Just what the doctor had ordered. Under the skillful hands of Patrick every muscle is relaxed deftly and the body feels honored by the massage. Honestly, everyone needs to experience a massage with Patrick to know what I’m talking about. After all we work hard enough to deserve this.

Awesome.

I bought a Living Social deal for Patrick as I go to school out this way and desperatly needed a massage.
I have been an Esthetician and worked in the Spa industry for over 7+ years and have had MANY massages. Needless to say, I was superbly impressed. His technique is like nothing I have ever experienced before-​strong yet not painfull. I left feeling amazingly less tense and revived. I would recommend him to anyone in pain or in need of relaxation. I have major back pain and he worked out all the kinks. I will be back???

Received mix of sport and Swedish massage. As an athlete (former World cup ski racer and current Cat 1 bike racer), i highly recommend Patrick. Whether you’re a weekend warrior, serious athlete or just looking for a great massage, he’s a great choice. Very versatile and balanced based on where you need the work.

This was my first full body massage and it was amazing! I felt so much better after. My neck never felt so good. I will be returning for sure.

Patrick is attentive and intuitive. Knows what you need and also listens to you and your body. I see him as often as I can, which is not enough!

just had a first massage with patrick through a kgb deal. it felt very comprehensive in a good way… patrick works it, payed attention to a request for more pressure, and focused just the right amount on a current «sensitive» spot in need of attention. t’was a good one. his studio in laurel heights is very convenient for me – found free parking on a saturday right across the street.
he did some techniques i’ve never before encountered that were nice… all in all, i came out a new person, feeling very relaxed and glad i came.

I recently went to Patrick for a massage and was quite impressed. He and his place are warm and friendly. Parking was free and easy. He applied exactly the right pressure. He also knew how to loosen up my various spots of tightness and knots. I use my hands and arms a lot and he paid special attention to them. It was a wonderful massage. I will be making another appointment very soon. He’s the most talented body worker I have been to in years.

I’ve been going to Patrick for massage every 10 days for some years now. It’s my addiction and, unlike most addictions, it’s good for me.
Patrick is just wonderful. He always asks what needs work and then does a great job on the problem (generally my upper back) but occasionally s/​t else.
I am a type A personality so I generally arrive totally tense and thinking: «No way is he going to be able to relax me today». Invariably I am wrong. I am almost always somnolent by the end of the first side.
Other things I like about Patrick: he only talks to you if you talk to him. Since I like to zone out, this is very calming. His studio is lovely: even though I close my eyes as soon as I get on the table, there is something about initially walking into an aesthetic space that is conducive to bliss. Patrick also keeps the studio warm, which must be uncomfortable for him, since he is working energetically, but is very happy-​making for me since I tend to get cold during massage.
I am trying to think about s/​t negative to balance this review (I’m normally a very fussy person) but the only thing I can think of is that he doesn’t have a magic carpet to take you home. Go anyway. You’ll be really glad you did.

Had a pretty decent massage from Patrick recently. His massage practice is situated in the dining room of his flat. It was a pretty warm day so I was surprised that he had a roaring fire going. I was in a sweat during and after the massage. The massage could have been better if he had focused on my shoulder and back and applied more pressure. All in all it was fine, but I have had better.

Patrick is absolutely amazing. I have been getting massages for years and he is the only therapist who can find the knots and work them out. Bonus that he is right around the corner!
The massage area is comfortable and relaxing. Highly recommend him!

A couple of days ago, my neck muscles were so tight that they threatened to leap off my neck and run away… and my usual massage place was closed! How could they do this to me?
A friend recommended Body Luminous, and Patrick (the owner) came to the rescue! A really deep, last minute, life-​saving massage. Patrick did this amazing thing with a towel around the base of the neck that released all of the (very nasty) aforementioned stress, in addition to giving a very good massage overall.