Samantha D. Guttman-Avery, L.M.T.
Los Angeles Massage Therapy for Pain Relief, Stress Reduction, and Holistic Wellness
The body heals with play, the mind heals with laughter, and the spirit heals with joy.
Samantha Avery is a highly trained and experienced massage therapist in Los Angeles and Beverly Hills, offering advanced therapeutic bodywork for clients seeking relief from pain, stress, and muscular tension. With over 20 years of hands-on practice in massage therapy and holistic healing, Samantha combines deep technical skill with intuitive touch to support her clients’ overall well-being.
Her mission is simple: to create a positive and lasting impact through personalized, restorative bodywork that promotes balance, relaxation, and healing.
Over Two Decades of Experience in Therapeutic Bodywork
Samantha has treated hundreds of clients—including athletes, professionals, and high-profile individuals—helping them overcome chronic pain, injuries, and stress-related tension. She specializes in a range of advanced massage techniques tailored to meet each client’s unique needs.
Compassionate Care & Community Healing
As part of her dedication to service, Samantha has volunteered with The Heart Touch Project, offering nurturing therapeutic touch to individuals with HIV/AIDS in hospices and shelters across Los Angeles. She also provided emotional and educational support to families and patients, demonstrating her belief in the power of touch as a form of holistic care.
A Wellness-First Lifestyle
Samantha is passionate about natural health, movement, and sustainable living. Outside of her massage practice, she enjoys practicing yoga, competitive salsa dancing, hiking in nature, reading wellness literature, and exploring global healing traditions through travel.
Areas of Expertise
Whether you’re looking for pain management, post-injury recovery, or a deeply relaxing session, Samantha offers:
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Structural Integration Therapy
- Traditional Thai Medical Massage
- Advanced Swedish Massage
- Craniosacral Therapy
- Lomilomi (Hawaiian Healing Massage)
- Zero Balancing
- Lymphatic Drainage Therapy
- Russian Medical Massage
- TMJ & Post-Concussion Support
- Rotator Cuff & Shoulder Syndrome Treatment
- Cellulite and Stress Reduction with Suction Techniques
Training & Certification
Samantha’s training comes from some of the most respected institutions in massage therapy and bodywork education, including:
- Science of Massage Institute
- The Barral Institute
- The Upledger Institute
- Esalen Institute
- Massage School of Santa Monica
- Healing Arts College
- The Touch Therapy Institute
She continues to pursue advanced learning and incorporates both Eastern and Western massage techniques into her sessions.
SAMANTHA’S MENTORS
LATEST NEWS
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