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    • My Signature Massage
    • Signature Massage Prices
    • Reflexology Sessions
    • Services With One Price
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    • Birthday Month Discounts
    • Purchase Gifts
    • Holiday Schedule & More!
    • Contact & Hours
    • Policies/Disclaimers
    • Benefits, Q & A, Reviews
A Touch of Balance Massage for Health
  • Home
  • My Signature Massage
  • Signature Massage Prices
  • Reflexology Sessions
  • Services With One Price
  • Upgrades
  • Birthday Month Discounts
  • Purchase Gifts
  • Holiday Schedule & More!
  • Contact & Hours
  • Policies/Disclaimers
  • Benefits, Q & A, Reviews

480-707-1461

Welcome to A Touch of Balance Massage for Health!

Welcome to A Touch of Balance Massage for Health!Welcome to A Touch of Balance Massage for Health!Welcome to A Touch of Balance Massage for Health!

Ask me about my Summer Specials through September 30, 2025!

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480-707-1461

Welcome to A Touch of Balance Massage for Health!

Welcome to A Touch of Balance Massage for Health!Welcome to A Touch of Balance Massage for Health!Welcome to A Touch of Balance Massage for Health!

Ask me about my Summer Specials through September 30, 2025!

Book Now

Jan Jakubowski, LMT. In practice since 1989.

Massage Therapy for Health and Wellness

I am dedicated to providing high quality massage therapy services, excellent customer service, and to represent massage therapy as a Healing Art, with high levels of professionalism and integrity.


The majority of my new clients come through referrals from satisfied customers and trusted healthcare professionals, including doctors, physical therapists, personal trainers, and yoga instructors, ensuring you are in experienced and reliable hands.


Whether you are new to massage, or a massage connoisseur, you will discover the difference that 36 years of experience can make! 

My Signature Massage

My Signature Massage provides the perfect balance of comprehensive bodywork and relaxation, offering the best of both worlds. Each treatment is tailored to the client’s unique circumstances at every session. Pricing is designed to accommodate various scheduling preferences and therapeutic goals. There’s truly something for everyone! 


Advanced techniques are integrated into each massage, as needed:

Deep Tissue Massage,

Lymphatic Drainage Massage (non-medical needs),

Myofascial Release, 

Reflexology, 

Side Lying Massage, 

Sports Massage,

Swedish Relaxation Massage,

Trigger Point Therapy, 

Optional: Scalp, Abdominal, and Facial Massage.

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Reflexology Sessions:

This is a separate session. Reflexology can be scheduled as an upgrade to any session as well!

Experience ultimate relaxation and enjoy numerous health benefits with this session!


The feet contain 206 bones, along with countless muscles, tendons, and fascia that support the entire body. When our feet are out of balance, it affects us everywhere!


This session includes a detailed foot and lower leg massage, focusing on reflexology zones and meridians. You can add a soothing scalp massage for extra relaxation, and a complimentary aromatherapy mini treatment is available upon request!


50-60 minutes $75.

Please note, this is not a diagnostic treatment.

Other Services with One Price:

Relaxation Massage:

These sessions are perfect for those who prefer the focus to be on relaxation. 


Therapeutic/Relaxation Massage:

Comprehensive bodywork on one problem area with the main focus being on relaxation massage: 50 - 60 minutes $75.


Pure Relaxation Massage:

No therapeutic focus: 50 minutes $70.

Therapeutic, Quick Fix Massage:

These sessions work well when a partial body massage is preferred, or for a touch up between regular sessions.


Comprehensive bodywork on the upper or lower body: 

30 minutes $45.

 45 minutes $68.

Upgrades:

Hot Stones:

This is my own version of hot stones! I use heated stones as an extension of my hands to promote relaxation and to reduce muscle tension. 


$20 per session.

Advance booking is required.

Extra Time for Reflexology:

Must be added to what you normally schedule.

15 minutes: $23.

30 minutes: $45.


Advance booking is required.

Subject to availability.

Aromatherapy:

Aromatherapy is perfect for those who like the added element of a sensory boost! Let the aroma of lavender, peppermint, and other special blends, help you drift away!


Full Body: $15.

Neck & Scalp: $8.

Birthday Month Discounts!

Must be scheduled during your birthday month!

If you are scheduled in my book during your birthday month, you will receive a special offer on the 1st day of the month with $15 off select services or upgrades. Please reply to redeem the offer. 


Otherwise, please request the discount when you schedule: Save $15 on the services & prices shown in this website.


  • Valid for 1 massage scheduled during your birthday month.
  • Advance booking is required.
  • Extra time is subject to availability.
  • Rainchecks are not given.

Purchasing Online Gift Certificates!

This is a convenient way to purchase gifts without having to contact me!

These are intended as gifts for others. I have selected my most popular sessions for convenient purchase, but you may also choose a specific dollar amount to apply toward any service listed on this website. If the payment does not fully cover the cost or exceeds it, the recipient may have a balance due or a credit for future services. I will follow up with an email if clarification is needed. For personalized assistance or questions, please feel free to reach out.


A 4% fee is added to cover processing costs through Square. 

Gratuities are not included in any price.

Massage Gift Certificates

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My Holiday Schedule, News for Fall, & More!

My Holiday Schedule Begins with Halloween!

My Holiday Schedule Begins with Halloween!

My Holiday Schedule Begins with Halloween!

This is the time I've reserved to fully enjoy each holiday. If you haven’t planned ahead, I’d recommend scheduling ahead for the rest of the year, as available slots may quickly fill up!


I will not be available for appointments or contact:

10/31/2025-11/1/2025

11/26/2025-11/29/2025

12/23/2025-12/27/2025

12/31/2025-1/2/2026


Texts, emails, and ph

This is the time I've reserved to fully enjoy each holiday. If you haven’t planned ahead, I’d recommend scheduling ahead for the rest of the year, as available slots may quickly fill up!


I will not be available for appointments or contact:

10/31/2025-11/1/2025

11/26/2025-11/29/2025

12/23/2025-12/27/2025

12/31/2025-1/2/2026


Texts, emails, and phone calls will be responded to the next business day, unless they are urgent and pertain to an immediate upcoming appointment or cancellation.

News for Fall!

My Holiday Schedule Begins with Halloween!

My Holiday Schedule Begins with Halloween!

This year marks 36 incredible years in massage therapy, and I’m filled with gratitude for the amazing journey and the wonderful clients who have been part of it. I look forward to continuing this rewarding path for many more years ahead!


Throughout my career, I’ve prioritized delivering exceptional service, going above and beyond to ensure

This year marks 36 incredible years in massage therapy, and I’m filled with gratitude for the amazing journey and the wonderful clients who have been part of it. I look forward to continuing this rewarding path for many more years ahead!


Throughout my career, I’ve prioritized delivering exceptional service, going above and beyond to ensure the finest accommodations and products for every massage. From luxurious linens and premium oils to soothing music and years of expertise, my aim has always been to give each client the personalized care they deserve in every session.


I’m committed to keeping prices affordable by providing options that cater to each client’s scheduling preferences and therapeutic goals. I encourage clients to choose what works best for them and to contact me personally if their needs change.


Many clients often ask about my unique and uncommon pricing structure. For those interested:


In 2006, I became the first massage therapist in Phoenix to offer discounts for regular appointments! My business plan even influenced the big massage franchises, though they incorporated memberships and automatic monthly payments into their models. These franchises emerged in 2008, coinciding with a wave of Groupon deals and the economic downturn. These circumstances made raising prices nearly impossible for years, and by 2010, many prices were reduced. I'm still working to catch up on those reduced rates today.


All other clients kept the 2006 price until 2019, when a $5 increase marked the first change in 13 years. In 2024, a new pricing structure was introduced to maintain similar rates for clients with routine appointments at the time. For those who preferred a single price and flexible scheduling, various package options were provided. 


History on pricing:

2006: 60 minutes $65, 75 minutes $80, 90 minutes $95, 120 minutes $125.


2019: 60 minutes $70, 75 minutes $85, 90 minutes $100, 120 minutes $130.


2024 - 2025: The prices shown in this website, whether pay as you go or packages. Clients with reduced prices keep the price with annual price increases, scheduling agreements, and active package renewals.

Business Practices & Communications With Clients:

Business Practices & Communications With Clients:

Business Practices & Communications With Clients:

  • Convenient online scheduling is available to established clients.
  • Clean and professional business practices.
  • Massages are given in a resort quality treatment room.
  • Only the highest quality oils, creams & lotions are used.​
  • Professionally laundered linens, soft cotton blankets, and hot towels are used to further enhance each massage experience

  • Convenient online scheduling is available to established clients.
  • Clean and professional business practices.
  • Massages are given in a resort quality treatment room.
  • Only the highest quality oils, creams & lotions are used.​
  • Professionally laundered linens, soft cotton blankets, and hot towels are used to further enhance each massage experience. 
  • Soothing music is played on a quality sound system.
  • A custom built massage table that will have you saying "This is the most comfortable table I've ever been on"!
  • Shower facilities are available.

About Jan Jakubowski, LMT.

Business Practices & Communications With Clients:

Business Practices & Communications With Clients:

Growing up in a family massage therapy business, I was surrounded by massage and received countless massages before becoming a therapist myself. Little did I know, each massage I received was passing on valuable knowledge to me! 


I’m incredibly proud to continue the legacy of my family’s business, which started with my mother, Gean Schneid

Growing up in a family massage therapy business, I was surrounded by massage and received countless massages before becoming a therapist myself. Little did I know, each massage I received was passing on valuable knowledge to me! 


I’m incredibly proud to continue the legacy of my family’s business, which started with my mother, Gean Schneider, who passed away in May 2024 at the age of 96. She was a true pioneer, bringing massage therapy into the spotlight in Phoenix many years ago.


After becoming a massage therapist in the early 1970s, she envisioned many changes for the massage therapy industry, which eventually came to life. In the early 1980s, she founded the first fully accredited massage college in Phoenix, followed by the establishment of two subsidiary companies.


The Phoenix Therapeutic Massage College (PTMC) successfully trained hundreds of skilled massage therapists over the years before being sold. Two subsidiary companies went on to employ many of its graduates.


The Clinic of Therapeutic Arts provided chiropractic treatments combined with massage therapy for many years, with several treatment rooms fully booked on a regular basis.

Circulo Systems, Inc. offered on-call massage therapists to the majority of high-end resorts and health clubs in the Valley for many years. 


As a pioneer in the industry, we were dedicated to setting higher standards and advocating for laws that have shaped the massage therapy field into what it is today: a respected and highly sought-after preventative health care practice.


My Journey into Massage Therapy:  

Before 1989, I spent many years working in accounting. My final position was with a local General Contractor, where I handled all aspects of construction accounting, payroll, and preparations for the CPA.


When the economy took a downturn, the company went out of business, and my life took a drastic turn. However, it led me down a completely different path—one my mother had always encouraged me to follow.


I graduated from The Phoenix Therapeutic Massage College in 1989 and started my career right away at The Village Racquet & Health Club. There, I worked as an Independent Contractor, Lead Therapist, and Operations Manager until October 2002. 


When the ownership changed, I transitioned to a part-time employee from October 2002 to November 2006, while also working independently. This marked the beginning of A Touch of Balance Massage for Health.


I had the opportunity to work with Dr. Alan Abromovitz MD, a Pain Specialist, who achieved great success in treating chronic pain patients by incorporating three massages per week into their treatment plans. It was truly rewarding to witness how much they improved with consistent massage therapy!


Consistently practicing for 36 years and still going strong: 

Building such a long career in the massage industry isn’t easy. Statistics show that only 5% of therapists last beyond 20 years. I’ve personally accumulated over 90,000 hours of hands-on experience—and counting!

Most of my growth and development hasn’t come from a classroom, but from working, experiencing, and engaging with the many different elements I’ve encountered throughout my long career as a massage therapist.


This is a field where learning, growth, and progress never stop. I regularly pursue continuing education and constantly engage in self-education related to bodywork and healing.


My strong body, mind and spirit have allowed me to do a lot of hard physical work. With a lot of determination and gratitude, I strive to be my best, and I am committed to becoming even better with each passing year, so that I can pass it all along to you!

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A Touch of Balance Massage for Health

3301 North Miller Road, Scottsdale, Arizona 85251, United States

480-707-1461 (call or text).

By Appointment Only.

Every Sunday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., & 1 Saturday every 3 weeks: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 


The busy season is just around the corner, and the holidays bring changes to schedules. It’s a good idea to book in advance through December to secure your preferred days and times! Otherwise, appointments are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, and there may be a wait to be seen.

Policies & Disclaimers:

Scheduling Policies:

Online Scheduling:

To keep my schedule organized and ensure security, clients can book appointments online using a password. If you're a new client or don't have the password, please reach out to me directly.


Preset/Standing Appointments:

These appointments are reserved for clients who want to secure their appointments, and they will not be offered to other clients, unless canceled. Please notify me as soon as you know that you cannot keep an appointment.


No Preset/Standing Appointment:

Appointments are filled on a first come/first served basis, with no preferential scheduling of any kind. There may be a wait to be seen. Please take this into consideration when scheduling gift certificates, packages, or other discounted offers.

Cancellations:

An initial check-in is provided 3 to 7 business days in advance, offering an ideal opportunity to communicate any known conflicts. Please respond within 24 hours to confirm the appointment and provide as much notice as possible if any changes occur (a 48-hour notice is preferred whenever possible).

  • A full charge may apply if less than 24 hours' notice is given, and no-shows will be charged unless unforeseen circumstances prevent you from keeping the appointment or reaching out in advance.

Illness:

Clients should not attend sessions if they show active signs of illness (unless a doctor has confirmed they are not contagious), feel generally unwell, or have been knowingly exposed to something contagious until the incubation period has passed. Please reach out beforehand to discuss whether the session should be rescheduled. This long-term policy is in place to keep everyone healthy!

Payment Options (gratuities are not included in any price):

Purchases can be made in person, or invoices can be sent via email for online credit or debit card payments. Phone payments are available upon request. Gift certificates can be purchased during a session or through this website.


  • Gratuities are always welcome and appreciated, viewed as an extra contribution beyond the session price, much like adding to a tip jar.
  • Payment is preferred by check, cash, or Zelle whenever possible. 
  • The fees associated with credit or debit card transactions may be passed to clients: 

  1. In-person with a chip card: 3%.
  2. Otherwise: 4%.

Late Arrivals:

Late arrivals will receive the remaining time of the appointment and will be charged the full fee, unless my schedule allows flexibility that day. Please let me know you’re on your way, as waiting more than 15 minutes without notice may result in a canceled session with a no-show fee.


If I happen to run late, you’ll either get the full time for your appointment or a credit toward your massage if extending the session isn’t possible.

Packages:

  • The Full or Normal Price is discounted with scheduling terms & renewal agreements. Please schedule according to the terms of your package to avoid extra charges, which are outlined with each offer.
  • Refunds on remaining balances are available under certain circumstances upon request: if I am unable to provide the service for six months or more, if clients request a refund within seven days of purchase, if clients move away, or if medical conditions prevent massage for six months or more. 
  • Packages can be transferred to another person as a gift upon request. Please provide their name, phone number, and email address. The prepaid amount will apply to their usual price. Prepaid gratuity will apply towards gratuity.
  • Otherwise, unused amounts will be forfeited 2 years from the purchase date and will not be refunded.

Gift Certificates:

  • Gift certificates come with 12-month scheduling terms.
  • Please schedule all massages in advance by the expiration date.
  • Extensions are given if situations occur that prevent you from scheduling the massage(s), such as illness, injury, or emergency, upon request.​

​If you choose not to use your gift certificate:

  • Gift certificates are non-refundable, but they can be transferred to another person as a gift, by the expiration date, upon request. Please contact me with the person's name, telephone number, and email address. The prepaid amount will apply to the price they normally pay (prepaid gratuity will apply towards gratuity).
  • Otherwise, remaining balances will be forfeited 2 years from the purchase date.

Personal Property (Lost Items):

It is not uncommon for clients to leave personal items behind after their massage. I will immediately contact you if I notice you have left something behind in my treatment room. Rest assured that what is left behind will be safeguarded, until it is returned to you.

Items left outside of my studio (restroom, lobby, etc.) cannot be safeguarded, and I take no responsibility for those items.​

Important Disclaimers:

Massage therapy and bodywork are not meant to be a substitute for any professional health care treatments. Please provide updated information on any changes in the status of your health. If you have a specific illness, please consult your doctor before pursuing any massage therapy or bodywork treatments.

A Touch of Balance Massage for Health does not perform any diagnostic procedure except for assessing and treating each clients complaints due to emotional stress, chronic pain, long standing tension and/or injuries. Nor do I treat any specific medical condition, intentionally perform spinal/skeletal manipulations, prescribe natural/herbal supplements or pharmaceutical medications.

The focus is on promoting relaxation and overall health & well-being. The results achieved will vary depending upon individual situations, unique circumstances, and the frequency of each session received.


 

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER FOR COVID-19:
Clients are asked to make informed decisions for themselves on any increased risk factors, such as age and/or pre-existing health conditions. From there, receiving massage therapy becomes a personal choice. 

I am committed to do everything possible to reduce the known risk factors, and if clients do their part, massage therapy can be provided with a very low risk. 

​Because the nature of this virus makes it impossible to provide a 100% guarantee any where we go today, all liability for COVID-19 will be waived for services received from A Touch of Balance Massage for Health and Jan Jakubowski.

Professional Code of Ethics & Zero Tolerance Policy:

While Massage Therapy is a highly sought after, preventative healthcare profession, there are still times when massage therapists are subjected to outdated connotations on the "touch aspect" of massage. For this reason, it must be mentioned that the massage you receive with A Touch of Balance Massage for Health and Jan Jakubowski is strictly legitimate and professional.

Any inappropriate suggestions or advances will result in the immediate termination of the session, with a full charge fee. Future appointments will not be scheduled, and law enforcement will be contacted. 

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A Touch of Balance Massage for Health does not gather sensitive or personal information on this website, nor will I sell or trade any personal or private details to anyone. This excludes cookies that may function as part of this website through Google or GoDaddy. Please set your preferences when using this site.

Benefits, Q&A's, Reviews:

Benefits, Questions & Answers:

THE BENEFITS OF MASSAGE go way beyond feeling good, MASSAGE is GOOD FOR YOU!

Massage therapy boomed in 1993, after a Life Magazine cover story was published! The first medical study on massage therapy was performed on AIDS patients, and it revealed a 50% increase in their Killer T-Cells! Since then, newer studies have been performed to discover why massage has such a powerful effect on the immune system. They discovered that the RELAXATION RESPONSE calms stress hormones (which most of us run on daily), allowing the immune system to function as it's intended to! This is proof on how massage therapy can enhance your general health and well-being, as a preventative healthcare modality!


Studies show that massage can:

  • Lower stress hormones like cortisol while increasing relaxation hormones like serotonin and dopamine, leading to a calmer and more relaxed state. 
  • Reduce pain, including muscle pain, back pain, and headaches, by increasing blood flow and releasing endorphins. 
  • Improve blood flow, delivering oxygen and nutrients to tissues (and the brain) and removing waste products. 
  • Boosts the activity of natural killer cells, which help fight off viruses. 
  • Improve mood, reduce anxiety and depression, and promote better sleep. 
  • Reduce muscle tension, improve flexibility, and enhance athletic performance. 
  • Improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and speed up recovery from injuries and surgeries. 
  • Increase joint range of motion, making daily activities easier. 
  • Loosen tight muscles, reducing stiffness and improving overall movement. 
  • Stimulate the lymphatic system, which helps remove waste and toxins from the body. 


QUESTIONS & ANSWERS:

Q: Is it okay to receive a massage when I'm sick?

A: You should not get a massage if you have a cold, flu, or any other contagious disease. This is a matter of Public Health, and it may not be in your best interests to increase circulation when you're fighting something off, which is why resting speeds recovery. Additionally, massage therapists are not doctors or nurses that are required to see patients when ill. We ask that you schedule when you are well, so that we can stay well, and keep everyone else well!


There are some MEDICAL PRECAUTIONS & CONTRAINDICATIONS to receiving massage therapy. These areas may require medical approval:

Recent injuries or operations,

Blood clots,

Pregnancy,

Kidney or liver conditions,

Cancer,

Inflammation,

Uncontrolled hypertension,

Varicose veins,

Osteoporosis,

Skin diseases,

Infectious diseases,

Thrombosis,

Diabetes,

Epilepsy,

Heart disease.


Please keep me updated on any changes to your health!


Q: How often should I receive a massage to receive therapeutic benefits?

A: My Signature Massage offers the maximum benefits when seeking relief from acute or chronic pain/injuries.

In the beginning of your treatment protocol, the optimal massage regimen is once per week for 4 - 6 weeks. For maintenance, some clients do well with every other week. A minimum of one massage per month is recommended, though that will most often keep things at bay, rather than provide progressive results.

Schedule as often as you can and you will feel better, in one way or another!

Q: How much time should I schedule for my massages?
A: All appointments are given the full time scheduled. Choosing the right amount of massage time varies considerably with each client. All attempts are made to provide you with an effective massage, given the time made available.

For Relaxation Massage, 50 - 60 minutes is sufficient. With Comprehensive, Deep Tissue/Therapeutic Massage, the more time I have to work with you, the better. I will always make recommendations based upon the nature of your sessions. If extra time can't be scheduled, a partial body massage may be given. 

Q: Will I be covered up with a sheet?
A: Yes. It is required by law and preferred by most professional massage therapists. You are "draped" with a sheet, and only the body part I am working on at any given point in time will be exposed.

Q: Do I have to get completely undressed?
A: Generally you are asked to completely undress. But, it is important that you feel comfortable during your massage. Panties & briefs may be left on, if preferred.

The only reason massage therapists ask you to completely undress is to be able to have free access to the gluteal region. This is the largest muscle group in the body, and is often involved in low back, hip and leg pain. However, this area can be worked on through a towel or sheet as well.

Trust in knowing that professional massage therapists are no different than doctors in the way we view the body: in terms of anatomy and physiology only.

Q: Why does the massage feel uncomfortable at times?
A: When considerable tension is present, the tissues become tight and restricted. Because of that, they receive less blood flow and therefore less oxygen and nutrition, and can become full of toxins. The level of tenderness can increase according to the time between sessions. With frequent sessions, massages usually becomes very pain free and relaxing. Another reason regular massage is highly recommended!

Q: Should I wait to be in pain to schedule a massage?
A: No, but sadly, many people do. The goal is to maintain a stress/tension free body. Once you have pain, it is the same as waiting until you're thirsty to drink water, or hungry to eat food. Your body is definitely signaling something is not right to you.

The simplest way to put this is: tension accumulates, it does not go away. By the time you feel it, it is over done, your body is over saturated and screaming out for your attention!

Q: Will a few massages be enough to correct my muscular pain?
A: Generally, there is no quick fix with anything we do. From eating right to exercising, it takes time to see results.

It takes time to change muscle memory patterns. The longer a problem exists, the more time it can take to show improvement.

In my experience with clients, there are many times when they tell me that even one massage has helped them immensely, often over a lapse of 2 weeks or more! So, the right kind of massage can actually be very effective!

With massage therapy, much depends on the nature of the condition. Chronic pain or long standing issues require frequent sessions, especially in the beginning, with a maintenance program afterwards. Though massage can do wonders, there are some conditions that are not fully remedied by massage, so I aim for realistic expectations.​

Regardless of what ails you, massage will help you feel less stressed, and the health benefits cannot be minimized! Massage boosts the immune system, which is the key to staying healthy in all cases.​

Q: I receive regular massage therapy but I still have tension. Why?
A: Tension and stress will always be a part of our reality. Even exercising creates muscle tension. Emotional stress, postural habits and sleeping patterns also effect our body daily.

Because massage therapy is not a permanent cure in most cases, even the clients who receive massage every week come in with some degree of tightness and pain. The difference is in the amount of time that has passed between massages.

For every week that goes by, more and more tension will accumulate. The amount of tension that has accumulated since the massage received will have to be cleared away. If that was a long time ago, there's usually a lot of built up/settled in tension. If it was a week ago, you have one weeks worth, which is new tension, and is easily released.

Q: Is it okay to exercise before or after a massage?:
A: I recommended that clients do their best to consider their massage day to be a day of R & R: Repair and Restoration. It is best to schedule massages on non-exercise days if possible, in order to achieve maximum benefits. But, if you must exercise, it is best to do so before your massage, not afterwards.

Postponing high energy/hard core workouts allows me to become aware of, and differentiate between tension areas that are normally present, versus addressing tension due to being pumped up by strenuous exercise.

These are only recommendations, and each client must decide what works best for them.​​​​

All answers to questions have been written by Jan Jakubowski, LMT.​

Reviews Over the Years:

A Touch of Balance Massage for Health has a low internet presence, as the vast majority of new clients are obtained by referrals. Of course, I love reviews! If you would like to offer a review, please look me up on Google and enter it there. Here are some reviews over the years:


***** Jan has been my massage therapist for 25 years.  I have had massages elsewhere, and have yet to experience any better than those provided to me by Jan.  She is very perceptive about any changes in my body and identifies and treats problem areas and recommends consultation if she thinks the issue requires medical attention.  Jan is knowledgeable, professional and reliable. I know I am in good hands when I receive her massage therapy.  No one is better! Liz Boyd September 16, 2019.


 ***** Jan has been my “go to” person for excellent massage for many years. Her knowledge, expertise and skill has enabled me to work through injuries and periods of high stress in a healthy manner. She is professional in her demeanor and conscientious in how she maintains her business. I highly recommend her.
- Holly D, Scottsdale, AZ August 8, 2019.


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***** I have been having massages from Jan for over 15 years. I honestly have never had a massage better than Jan’s. I have occasionally used others for one reason or another and I am constantly comparing. Jan is so aware of all of my aches and pains and knows how to rid my body of all of them. In addition to her great work, her prices are phenomenal. She is the BEST masseuse ever!  Gena August 10, 2019.


***** When I know I have kinks that need worked out, or if I feel "off" for any reason, seeing Jan will be the answer! Jan honestly knows anatomy and definitely listens to your body as she performs her massage. She's adaptable, listens to what your massage goals are, and appreciates and respects her clients. Not only do you get a truly good-for-you-massage, but she also knows how to treat you like you are at the spa! Dena P. Yelp Review.


***** “I have been getting massages from Jan for at least 20 years. She is quite simply the most caring, knowledgeable, skilled, respectful, and generous massage therapist I have ever had. That includes comparing against massage therapists at athletic clubs and resort spas. Her massage table is comfortable, and her work space is quiet and clean. She knows many different massage types, and, should one desire the information, she is full of holistic and healing tips.  I cannot recommend Jan highly enough.”   AZ Susan July 17, 2019.


****I have been a client of Jan for the past 15+ years and would recommend her to anyone! I have never been to a massage therapist (and I have been to many) as experienced and knowledgeable as Jan! Her ability to tailor each session to exactly what my discomforts are, has helped my health and recovery (I work out a lot), and keeps me coming back! Knowing I have Jan to rely on as part of my ongoing health and well being, provides me great comfort. Lee July 15, 2019.


*****Jan is wonderful!  Very good at listening to what “ails me” and applies to proper technique to help me out.  I’m finding that regular massage has helped my tight muscles and just overall stress that can build up.  I highly recommend her. Winkie July 14, 2019.


**** This is a testimonial for Jan as a massage therapist. Jan is always professional and concerned about my comfort when I arrive. Her table is the best, with freshly laundered sheets, and the temperature is always perfect. She notices areas that might be of concern, as in tightness or pain. Jan always asks first if there is an area of concern, but with her touch, she can always find those special areas. She does spend time on those special areas. She does not use excess pressure, however I would consider it a deep pressure massage. I try not to fall asleep so I can enjoy every moment! I wish I had the funds to have one of her massages weekly. I believe it is just part of trying to stay healthy. Margaret July 14, 2019.


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****Jan is simply the best! I have been having messages with with her for almost 30 years! When I miss a session, my body lets me know. She is an expert at finding places on your body that need attention, addressing it, and relieving the pain.
Lucky me,
Suzan July 12, 2019.


***** I started getting massages from Jan about a year ago.  I have fibromyalgia and have benefited from her healing touch. Recently I had a sprained, very painful, upper right side of my back.  When Jan focused on that area the first time, I got about 50% pain relief and that continued on the second time.  She knows the anatomy well, is professional, and the ambiance in her room is pleasant. I'm happy to recommend Jan!  Elaine Behrend July 10, 2019.


***** I love Jan's massages. She just knows where the sore spots are and relieves the knots and pain with her expert massages. She's very strong, but will give you what ever pressure you prefer, including head and face, or not. Her location and studio is easy to reach and parking is in the back. Now that I'm back in CO for the summer I'm really missing her and look forward to returning in the fall and having many more of her great massage treatments. Bonnie Baker Facebook Review.


***** ​​Jan is great. She makes you comfortable, she has a very caring attitude, and she knows her muscle anatomy! And the room's ambiance is relaxing! You can't go wrong with one of her massages! Dena Pierre Facebook Review.


***** Jan is the best Massage therapist in the Phoenix Metropolitan Area. No Question. Her work is Amazing! I had some muscle stiffness in my neck area and tried a few massage therapists, and none of them could completely resolve the issue. I went to Jan and she was able to treat it, and the problem is resolved. I will continue going to her. She is my go to therapist! Benjamin Pisano Google Review.


***** I love love love Jan... I have had plenty of massages but once you have Jan you won't go anywhere else ... You won't be disappointed. Maree T. Yelp Review.


***** Jan's massages keep me well and active.  Michele Wallace Facebook Review.


***** If I could give Jan 10 stars I would! Her massages are hands down the best. My mom and I have been seeing her for years and always recommend her to family and friends. Katy M. Yelp Review.


***** ​I have used Jan's massage services for many years and wouldn't go anywhere else!   She is professional and personable and really cares about all of her clients. I highly recommend her! Debbie Tupper Yelp Review.


***** ​If you want a great massage - go to Jan. She is the BEST!!!!  Her digs at The Quiet Center are professional and relaxing. I have been going to Jan for more than a year and highly recommend her. Patty Gannon​ Yelp Review.


***** I have been going to Jan since 2006 and highly recommend her work.  She recently moved to a new location with a peaceful environment and easy parking (which enhances the whole experience!). Kimberly Wold Yelp Review.


***** I have been dealing with chronic pain for going on 10 years. There was a point in my life about 5 years ago that I couldn't find any relief even with epidurals. My boss at the time paid for me to see Jan for about 5 sessions and after just one session I started having some relief! I went to Jan for about 6 months and was pain free. I make sure to budget at least one massage a month for optimal health and well being. She is as professional as you can get, and has years of knowledge. You owe it to yourself to give her a try. Gail S. Google Review.


***** I had to discontinue my regular massage sessions with Jan not long ago. I quickly began to see that my body did not feel the same. My aches and pains returned, and my neck was hurting so badly, I couldn't sleep at night! I couldn't get in with Jan right away, so I tried going for a massage elsewhere, and found no relief! I called Jan and scheduled her next opening. I slept all night, my neck felt great, and I realized that no matter what, I had to get back on Jan's books as soon as possible. No one can release my tension like Jan! She is truly an amazing massage therapist, and is very caring and gifted at what she does! Carol Marter.​ Website Review.


***** Jan's many years of experience and expertise are demonstrated in each and every one of the massages I have received from her over these many years. A consistently great massage that offers both therapeutic results and relaxation. Even though I am watching my dollars, Jan is worth every dollar spent! When it comes to relieving my pain and stress, my regular massage with Jan has become something I value greatly and I will not do without! I say my prayers for Jan every day asking God to protect her so that she will always be there for me! Pam Dunn. Website Review.


***** Jan has literally kept me out of a wheelchair! Over 10 years ago, I was diagnosed with  MS, and slowly, one of my legs did not want to work properly. Plus, my back would stiffen up so much from the muscles tightening up around my spine that I could hardly get up and down. My Neurologist suggested I try Deep Tissue Massage... and thank God I found Jan! She is absolutely THE BEST, and thanks to her, has kept me walking and participating in an active lifestyle. My Neurologist recently told me that I was a remarkable patient because she thought I would have been in a wheelchair by now. All of the credit goes to Jan. My husband, who has no problems, is now also a client of Jan's. We both go every other week and can't go without our regular massage!!! Jan is a lifesaver!!! Pat R. & Fred S.​ Website Review.


***** My wife and I have been clients of Jan for twenty years, and have the highest regard for her. I have had massages at all of the best resorts in the Valley, and Jan is better than all of them! Her professionalism, integrity and good counsel have helped us both maintain our health through good and stressful times. John G. Website Review.


***** Jan has been giving me deep tissue massages for close to 20 years. I grew up in Europe, where massages were part of healthy living. Coming to America, it was difficult to find a good therapist. Until I found Jan!!  I refuse to go to anyone else. She can immediately tell and remedy any problems I may have. My husband and I are firm believers in Jan's remarkable abilities as a massage therapist. KMG Website Review.


***** Happily Humming Along! I have been receiving massages on a regular basis from Jan for nearly 30 years! Yes, I'm loyal, but to be honest, she is simply the best! I've had good massages in other places - resorts while on vacation, local spa visits - but none a quite as good as Jan's. I'm in good health with fairly common degenerating disc issues, neck tension and headaches due to every day stress. Seeing Jan keeps these issues at bay, which in turn keeps me happily humming along. Sette. Website Review.

Pay As You Go Prices:

Pay as you go: Routine sessions with preset/standing appointments:

This price structure was designed to keep prices at their best with routine appointments! The cost for each massage may be determined by the date of the last session, up to the full price*. This in lieu of an overall larger price increase. 


1 massage in 1 week: 60 minutes $70, 75 minutes $88, 90 minutes $105, 90 minutes $140.


1 massage in 2 weeks: 60 minutes $72, 75 minutes $90, 90 minutes $108, 120 minutes $144.


1 massage in 3-4 weeks: 60 minutes $75, 75 minutes $94, 90 minutes $113, 120 minutes $150.

Higher prices may apply when away for 5 weeks or more (at the first return massage only*):

1 massage in 5-8 weeks:

60 minutes $80

75 minutes $100

90 minutes $120

120 minutes $160

1 massage in 9-12 weeks:

60 minutes $85

75 minutes $106

90 minutes $128

120 minutes $170

0 massages in 13 weeks or more:

The Full Price:

60 minutes $90

75 minutes $113

90 minutes $135

120 minutes $180


*Prices will not increase for missed sessions due to illness, injury, emergencies, or if I need to cancel appointments.

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