I am Annette, your very savvy, intuitive, professional massage therapist of Northern Manhattan. I am an exceptionally trained massage therapist with a degree from the Swedish Institute in Manhattan with six years of professional experience and over 1000 hours of training in a variety of modalities which are all incorporated into my own style of massage.
Associates in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy) over 1000 hours of instruction and practice. Duties: Performing 30, 60, and 90 minute massages (Swedish, Deep Tissue, Aromatherapy, and Sports Massage.) Duties: Performing medical massage for chronic pain patients in conjunction with Dr. Murphy's treatment plan.
Associates in Occupational Studies (Massage Therapy) over 1000 hours of instruction and practice. Duties: Performing 30, 60, and 90 minute massages (Swedish, Deep Tissue, Aromatherapy, and Sports Massage.) Duties: Performing medical massage for chronic pain patients in conjunction with Dr. Murphy's treatment plan.
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Lady Altovise
Oct 23, 2021
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Achiaa P.
Apr 25, 2021
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If I could give this more than 5 stars I would. I have been to many massage parlors from high end to affordable and I have just not experienced anything like what I did here. Annettes fingers almost have a mind of their own. They know what a body without knots feels like and they'll stop at nothing to make sure you leave feeling 20x lighter. No price could match the way I left feeling, her prices are extremely reasonable for the experience.
Annette also just has a really great calm aura and definitely knows what she is doing. She is a true professional. Not once did I feel like the massage
Annette also just has a really great calm aura and definitely knows what she is doing. She is a true professional. Not once did I feel like the massage
Julia Rubin
Jun 18, 2020
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Denise G.
Feb 09, 2020
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I found this business on yelp as I looked for black-owned businesses in Harlem for a massage appointment. Ive been wanting to visit for a while, but my schedule had not allowed. It was worth the wait, I can't rave enough.
The ambiance: 5 stars
The hospitality: 5 stars
The service: 5 stars
Communication: 5 stars
Honoring the Yelp deal was extremely seamless and comfortable, along with booking an appointment. Annette went above and beyond. She understood my ailments and instinctively got to know my body within our session; switching techniques as needed.
She gave me post-massage care
The ambiance: 5 stars
The hospitality: 5 stars
The service: 5 stars
Communication: 5 stars
Honoring the Yelp deal was extremely seamless and comfortable, along with booking an appointment. Annette went above and beyond. She understood my ailments and instinctively got to know my body within our session; switching techniques as needed.
She gave me post-massage care
S. M.
Apr 15, 2019
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Annette is the best!
The way Annette understands muscular pain and unwinds the knots, no one does. She has some sort of Midas Touch in her hands; all the pain in the body melts away. She talks to the body, and the body listens to her and obeys her. Every time I get a massage from her, I feel rejuvenated and refreshed. There is no one like Annette. She is the best!
The way Annette understands muscular pain and unwinds the knots, no one does. She has some sort of Midas Touch in her hands; all the pain in the body melts away. She talks to the body, and the body listens to her and obeys her. Every time I get a massage from her, I feel rejuvenated and refreshed. There is no one like Annette. She is the best!
Terrence Jae
Jan 27, 2019
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Raquel B.
Apr 15, 2018
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F. G.
Jan 02, 2018
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Incredible and affordable find in Harlem.
I had massive pain along my neck and shoulders and along my lower back. Annette worked out over 20 knots alongside my back, legs, neck, head and shoulders -- that's right, I was counting. Some of those knots I didn't even sense until they were gone. She spent over an hour working on me patiently. There were a couple of moments I had to grit my teeth as she worked out some really troublesome areas, but it was worth it for the looseness that followed.
Afterward, she gave me some tips and showed me some exercises I could do at my desk to ease the
I had massive pain along my neck and shoulders and along my lower back. Annette worked out over 20 knots alongside my back, legs, neck, head and shoulders -- that's right, I was counting. Some of those knots I didn't even sense until they were gone. She spent over an hour working on me patiently. There were a couple of moments I had to grit my teeth as she worked out some really troublesome areas, but it was worth it for the looseness that followed.
Afterward, she gave me some tips and showed me some exercises I could do at my desk to ease the
Madhuri J.
Oct 05, 2017
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This review is a few weeks late, but absolutely necessary. I came into Savvy Girl to see Annette after months of recovering from a difficult double mastectomy. THIS WAS A TRANSFORMATIVE HEALING EXPERIENCE. Not only did she take so much time and care to pay attention to the needs of my recovering body, she was such a caring person to top it off. I felt like I was meeting a long-lost member of my family. She is a unicorn in the world of massage therapists. She has no idea just how much she healed me spiritually that day, and I can only hope more of the world can know how much of a gift she has
Andrea Afua Kwamya
Dec 11, 2016
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Annette not only makes you feel better through massage, but as a person she is an extremely patient empath who will be sure that you are more than comfortable. I don't get massages often but I won't be going anywhere else. Very reasonable price for the quality of deep tissue massage. (SPORTS MASSAGE)
Allison S.
Oct 11, 2016
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I went to Savvy Girl with knots on knots on knots in my back and neck and shoulder. It was so bad, I thought I needed a chiropractor. Upon arriving, I immediately felt at ease and in good hands. Her hands are so strong and intuitive, she knew exactly where the pressure point to release every single knot. It was amazing to witness! With my knots she didn't even use much pressure, and I could feel each knot release its hold under her command. She was patient and didn't stop until the job was done!
I left feeling lighter, taller, stronger, more flexible and ready for the world! Thank you
I left feeling lighter, taller, stronger, more flexible and ready for the world! Thank you
Rebecca O.
Sep 19, 2016
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I've never written a Yelp review before, so that should tell you something right off the bat. Annette is such a constant positive force in my life that it's pretty shameful for me not to have written about her till now!
I have chronic back pain and related issues, and have been to a LOT of specialists - masseuses, physical therapists, chiropractors, acupuncturists, you name it. Annette has been the single most effective person I've seen for my back issues. She always listens to what's going on and she always finds the underlying source of the problem. She makes great suggestions
I have chronic back pain and related issues, and have been to a LOT of specialists - masseuses, physical therapists, chiropractors, acupuncturists, you name it. Annette has been the single most effective person I've seen for my back issues. She always listens to what's going on and she always finds the underlying source of the problem. She makes great suggestions
Sarah B.
Jan 18, 2016
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Chahney H.
Oct 20, 2015
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Heather H.
Sep 20, 2015
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Mo Mc
Jan 14, 2015
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Edith N.
Jun 23, 2014
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Annette is a former marine. That being said, she doesn't stop until the job is done!
KNOWLEDGEABLE
I've been going to Annette for over a year now. She consistently gives quality, powerful massages. She listens to what your body tells her. The last time I saw her she suggested that my muscle aches had something to do with a vitamin D deficiency. Months later I finally saw an endocrinologist (see my review of Dr. Thys-Jacobs), who confirmed a serious vitamin D deficiency.
GREAT MASSAGE
She has powerful hands, and a gentle heart. I always sleep like a baby after her massages
KNOWLEDGEABLE
I've been going to Annette for over a year now. She consistently gives quality, powerful massages. She listens to what your body tells her. The last time I saw her she suggested that my muscle aches had something to do with a vitamin D deficiency. Months later I finally saw an endocrinologist (see my review of Dr. Thys-Jacobs), who confirmed a serious vitamin D deficiency.
GREAT MASSAGE
She has powerful hands, and a gentle heart. I always sleep like a baby after her massages
Angelique M.
Apr 07, 2014
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A. A.
Mar 30, 2014
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Annette's gifts seems to transcend physical planes. For the first time in decades, I felt physical relaxation juxtaposed with mental lightness. Gone were all those useless ruminating thoughts that do not serve any practical function in the context of life's trials and tribulations. To be sure, you immediately feel you are in the hands of a person you can fully trust as a professional and human being.
There is a wonderful sense of the present in Annette's massage room and it seemed as if sounds seamlessly passed through an empty body that was more prepared to face the world after
There is a wonderful sense of the present in Annette's massage room and it seemed as if sounds seamlessly passed through an empty body that was more prepared to face the world after
Hayley P.
Jan 29, 2013
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Woo hoo! Finally a masseuse that has strong hands.
I'm a dancer and really need someone who isn't afraid to work super hard on me. She did ask me what kind of pressure I like so I know she's able to go lighter.
Annette is very knowledgeable about the body and the session was very relaxing. I'll definitely be going back.
FYI~her location is in her apartment. She has an entire room set up just for her massage work. It was great.
I'm a dancer and really need someone who isn't afraid to work super hard on me. She did ask me what kind of pressure I like so I know she's able to go lighter.
Annette is very knowledgeable about the body and the session was very relaxing. I'll definitely be going back.
FYI~her location is in her apartment. She has an entire room set up just for her massage work. It was great.
Kim V.
Jan 01, 2013
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Okay. It's a well known fact that I like to pay people to touch me.
Through massages of course! (What the heck were you thinking?)
That being said, I get massages semi-frequently, and return for 2 reasons only:
A) Quality - Are they actually getting the kinks in my neck out so that I can continue to perform my fake hair commercials in front of the mirror? Or is it basically just having a stranger rubbing oil on my half naked body as I cringe hoping they don't notice my granny undies?
B) Cost-Effectiveness - Am I paying for the quality of the service or for their interior decorator
Through massages of course! (What the heck were you thinking?)
That being said, I get massages semi-frequently, and return for 2 reasons only:
A) Quality - Are they actually getting the kinks in my neck out so that I can continue to perform my fake hair commercials in front of the mirror? Or is it basically just having a stranger rubbing oil on my half naked body as I cringe hoping they don't notice my granny undies?
B) Cost-Effectiveness - Am I paying for the quality of the service or for their interior decorator
Linh N.
May 30, 2012
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BOOK YOUR MASSAGE TODAY!
I booked a 60 minute massage with Annette during my annual trip to NYC. I booked it for the 6th day of the trip, and it was the best purchase of my vacation! I arrived at her doorstep on the upper west side tired and sore from all of the walking we had done on the trip. I told Annette my lower back needed some therapy and she started working.
She asked me what pressure I liked, and I said medium pressure. Her hands and strength are amazing! She worked through my body and all of my knots, including a very stiff neck from the airplane ride. After the massage, I felt great
I booked a 60 minute massage with Annette during my annual trip to NYC. I booked it for the 6th day of the trip, and it was the best purchase of my vacation! I arrived at her doorstep on the upper west side tired and sore from all of the walking we had done on the trip. I told Annette my lower back needed some therapy and she started working.
She asked me what pressure I liked, and I said medium pressure. Her hands and strength are amazing! She worked through my body and all of my knots, including a very stiff neck from the airplane ride. After the massage, I felt great
Michelle A.
Sep 25, 2011
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Before you go, please note that the office is within a residential building--3A. I did not pay attention when I set up my appointment online and was not sure where to go. The building has an elderly lady who acts as a watchdog, good for residents but intimidating for customers who are unsure where to go!
Once I got there, though, I was greeting by the personable Savannah. She was far more welcoming than most professional receptionists and made my (brief) wait go quickly. I did not mind starting late, as I soon found out that Annette would spend the same time and attention on me, making sure
Once I got there, though, I was greeting by the personable Savannah. She was far more welcoming than most professional receptionists and made my (brief) wait go quickly. I did not mind starting late, as I soon found out that Annette would spend the same time and attention on me, making sure
Emmanuel H.
May 03, 2011
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I awoke this morning with pain. A sinus congestion that has kept me from tasting food. Every step I took caused pain in my arthritic knees. I decided to finally take my physical therapist's advice and get a massage. Savvy Girl searched my back, found the tightness and then released my aching back. She was a consummate professional, listening to me and also listening to my back. When I left that quite private session, I marveled at the smells of New York again! I felt a kick in my step and I stretched like a cat from a long nap!
Will everybody feel the way I did? There is no way to tell.
Will everybody feel the way I did? There is no way to tell.
