The Sterkenburg Effect

I can’t recommend Zumi enough! She is incredibly knowledgeable and clearly has a ton of experience, especially with TMJ work and full body treatment. I felt cared for and genuinely better after my session. Scheduling was easy and stress free, which I really appreciated, and the follow-up texts afterward were such a thoughtful touch. It made the whole experience feel very personal and professional. If you’re dealing with TMJ issues or just want bodywork from someone who truly knows what they’re doing, Zumi is amazing. I’ll absolutely be going back!

I am incredibly happy with my experience seeing Zumi for a bodywork session. As someone who is very active, I had been feeling tension throughout my body—especially in my neck, shoulders, and back—as well as lingering soreness from old knee and wrist injuries that tend to flare up with use. Before we began, she took the time to ask thoughtful questions about my concerns. She intuitively identified areas of tightness and used her deep tissue techniques to release tension and help realign my body. It was so interesting having a skilled practitioner explain what she was feeling in my body as she worked. There were moments of relief in places I didn’t even realize needed attention. Her TMJ work was so beneficial. She worked inside my mouth to release deep tension in my jaw. I’ve struggled wi

Zumi is incredibly knowledgeable and has a really thorough grasp of human anatomy. I really trusted her intuition of my body. She’s very strong, and she was able to work on the many trouble spots I have from having a desk job—as well as quite a few I didn’t know about! I’ve gotten a few different types of massage—Thai massage, Swedish, deep tissue, buccal, acupressure. This was a very good TMJ specific tune-up, which I’ll gladly add to my routines for holistic wellness. Thank you, Zumi!

Zumi Vance is a UNICORN among massage therapists!! I have been going to her for YEARS and she is the sole reason I have been able to avoid knee surgery, hip surgery, and possibly ankle surgery. Full stop! I ADORE HER! No one knows how to heal the body by doing what she does except her. Trust me, you WANT that pressure! And there is NOTHING AVERAGE about it! You could spend money on 10 different massages or you could get ONE FABULOUS massage from Zumi! I'm not kidding! She's stronger than any male masseuse I've ever been massaged by. Zumi massaged my parents when they were in town. My mother felt like the pain she was having in her day to day life (getting in and out of cars for example) was normal for her because of her age, NOPE! ONE SESSION with Zumi and ALL the pain was gone. Zumi is

I found Zumi while searching for TMJ release. The bodywork experience with her was one of the best I've ever had. I've seen countless massage therapists over the years and usually leave with temporary relief. Zumi gave me long-lasting results; she is a true healer. She listened to my needs and went deep into my tissues to release the pain, realign my body, and help me understand what was going on. Zumi has a special combination of strength and softness, both in her hands and her personality. She gave me her full attention with so much care and presence. I was truly blown away by the experience and have raved about it to all my friends in California. Zumi is the first bodyworker I think of when I need help with physical pain. I can see why her business catchphrase is "Go See Zumi"!