How much does a session cost?
All bodywork in Minneapolis is subject to the local sales tax of 09.025%
* Sales tax is not charged if a formal written referral by a licensed healthcare professional (Doctor, NP, PA, PT, therapist, chiropractor etc.) is provided, stating that the massage is recommended for ongoing treatment of a specified illness, injury or condition. This letter can be short. This letter remains on file for one year.
New client sessions are $114.65 + $10.35 (sales tax) = $125 for 75 minutes -
This includes discussion on your online intake and health history, goals for the session and 60 min session.
Follow up / Return client sessions are $91.72 + $8,28 (sales tax) = $100 for 60 minutes.
Gratuities / tips are not expected but are appreciated.
What type of payments do you accept?
Credit cards, Apple Pay, cash and check.
Do you accept insurance?
Massage therapy and Rosen Method is NOT covered by insurance in Minnesota. Payment is due at the time of service. If you have a Health Savings Account or Flex Spending Account, a receipt will be provided to submit for reimbursement.
* Sales tax is not charged if a formal written referral by a licensed healthcare professional (Doctor, NP, PA, PT, therapist, chiropractor etc.) is provided, stating that the massage is recommended for ongoing treatment of a specified illness, injury or condition. This letter can be short. This letter remains on file for one year.
What is your cancellation policy?
Clients who cancel their visit with less than 24 hours notice (1 business day) will be billed for 50% off the visit fee except in the case of family or medical emergency.
Clients who miss or forget an appointment will be billed for the full amount of the visit fee.
Do you use scents at your office?
I do not use essential oils or aroma therapy at my office. I use an unscented lotion made by Pure-Pro. I also have two lotions which contain arnica and peppermint oil. The use of these lotions are discussed at the start of the session, before the client gets on the table, as some clients do not like scents / smells used during a session.
All linens are washed with scent free; hypo allergenic detergents.
What is your masking policy?
Masking is not required for clients. HOWEVER I will wear a N95 mask for COVID conscious clients, those in medical treatment and those who want their practitioner to wear a mask.
I sanitize high-touch surfaces between clients.
There is an air purifier running in the treatment room
Why do you have only a small number Google reviews?
Google requires client’s names to be attached to reviews, not everyone, for both personal and safety reasons, wants their name published on the internet. I work with people in medical treatment and also trans-people. I take safety and confidentiality seriously.
Google penalizes listings / businesses which do not have consistent and new reviews by ranking a business lower in search results. My focus is to support clients and continuing to learn skills to do so, not to spend my brain resources on constantly changing algorithms.
What type of bathroom does your building have?
It’s a gender neutral restroom - a single room containing a sink and toilet.
Is there a weight limit on your massage table?
The maximum weight is 375 pounds.
Will you see clients in their homes?
I only work with clients at my office.
Why did you become a massage therapist?
In 2010 a friend was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer. No one would give her a massage. NO ONE! I was working in corporate cubicle culture during the day in Baltimore, MD and started attending evening classes at a nearby massage school to see what I could learn to support my friend. The economy tanked, I was laid off from my day job and the rest is history. I am deeply passionate about massage, Rosen Method and holding space for others.
My business LLC, Malaika Massage Therapy is named after my three friends who journeyed with cancer. Maddie, Linda and Kathy. Malaika is also a Swahili word for angel.
