California Neuromuscular Therapy

I came in with severe lower back pain after several days of spasms. I was unable to lift my infant. Thatcher clearly explained his technique and the treatments. After one session, I had increased mobility and decreased discomfort. Thatcher communicated every step of the way and also sent me home with effective stretches to do on a daily basis. I would highly recommend his therapy!

Just fell off a log (literally) while out for a hike on the weekend. My back then seized up so badly over the next days that today I had to get a cab to travel the 5 blocks to Thatcher’s office. However, I didn’t have to take a cab back home. I just walked back and am pleased and amazed once again at what Thatcher can achieve in a single session.

Thatcher truly fabulous at what he does. I’ve had issues with pain and tension in my body for years, so I’ve run across a plethora of bodyworkers and health practitioners over the years. His work certainly stands out in the crowd. Couldn’t have been happier with my session! Other than it not stopping, of course…

Thatcher is an incredibly attuned and insightful bodyworker. He brings a meditative touch to each session, which makes relaxing a given. He has a way of knowing right where to go– but always checks in to see if what he’s doing is feeling good. He is very respectful and brings a lot of compassion to his work. I highly recommend him seeing him for the type of chronic, structural pain that nothing seems to fix. I’ve felt a lot of relief from TMJ tightness and pain from a shoulder injury in particular. But I trust that he could work anywhere and it would feel awesome.

I’ve had facial pain (neuralgia) along the left side of my face. I’ve seen many great providers (physicians, physical therapists, osteopaths, acupuncturists, etc.).
I was lucky to come across Thatcher’s Neuromuscular therapy. He has a deep understanding of trigger points such as Travell & Simons’ trigger points methodology. A classic in the field. Thatcher’s ability to sense into the source of the sensations (pain) along with his combination of mind-​body awareness techniques provides excellent relief and allowed my body to understand how to heal itself. Very cool! I highly recommend him if you feel that you suffer from headaches, back aches and any joint pain. He is very gifted and helped my nerve/​muscle contraction to finally relax. He knows how to treat the source of pain vs treating the symptoms.

Thatcher is hands-​down the best body therapist in the city, country, continent. You’ll experience the magic feeling of getting off the table and having 2x the range of motion than you had just an hour before.
He has deep medical knowledge and is a great teacher.
If you’re experiencing pain, Thatcher is the fastest at finding the true source of the pain — you’ll be surprised at how a release in your hips can relax your back, or how he can affect your wrists by working on your neck.
He’s always checking to make sure the pressure is just right for you, so it’s comfortable. And, you’ll leave with a new sense of what good posture is and how your life stress affects it. I’ve never felt more at ease in my body before meeting Thatcher!

Not only was this a great massage, but it was a fantastic experience. Thatcher explained his healing techniques and what to expect before I even got on the table. We kept an open dialogue throughout the entire session so he knew exactly how much pressure I was comfortable with. He opened pathways and lengthened muscles that had been unhappy for a long time, and my body felt new afterward. Not only will I call Thatcher any time I need a session, but I will be referring my friends, family and Pilates clients to him.

After having chronic lower back and upper hamstring pain for 10 months, brought on by long-​distance running, and trying out numerous other therapies, (physical therapy, sports massage, rolfing, acupuncture,) Thatcher’s treatment was the only one to (finally!) give me some relief, and a sense of hope that I wouldn’t always have to live with this pain and could get back to running.
I went in not really knowing what to expect, but Thatcher explained everything he was doing as he went along, describing the muscles he was working on and how they fit together. He is really good on checking in on the pressure, etc., and keeping an open line of communication.
Perhaps one of the most useful things I’ve gotten out of the sessions is an increased understanding of how everyday movements and habits (like sitting for hours every day, or simply allowing stress to build up) really have an effect on my pain and tightness– I’ve always known these things weren’t good for me, but didn’t necessarily understand the mechanics of what was going on, and what I could do on my own (various stretches, deep breathing, setting up my desk differently) to make it better.
If you also have ongoing muscular pain that is not resolving itself, I highly recommend you make an appointment with Thatcher.

Thatcher was very tuned in each step of the way during my session. He only went as deep as I was comfortable, and knew how to get fully into some hard to reach places. He also showed me a stretch to do on my own after the treatment.

I was so impressed by Thatcher’s work treating a friend with a prolonged injury that I started to receive treatment from him.
Since I have a long history of dance related injuries and surgeries, I have worked with many body workers in different fields and really appreciate the good ones, Thatcher is one of best. He has healing hands, is very skilled and knowledgeable and patiently communicates with you throughout the session to ensure you receive the best care. He cares about his clients and enjoys what he does which is very important and shows in his work.
After the treatment, my body felt great and was I able to unwind quite a bit, this usually takes a couple of sessions with others to achieve. His treatment is amazing and I am grateful for all his help!