About
Samantha Avery, LMT
With over 20 years of experience in advanced therapeutic bodywork, I support clients seeking relief from pain, tension, and imbalance through restorative, evidence-based treatments. My practice blends deep technical skill with intuitive, compassionate care — helping people feel more at home in their bodies with less pain, more ease, and a greater sense of comfort.
Throughout my career, I’ve worked with clients navigating chronic pain, postural issues, surgical recovery, TMJ dysfunction, and stress-related tension. Every session blends science-backed techniques with personalized therapeutic touch tailored to your unique needs.
My professional path has been shaped by training with world-renowned educators and medical massage specialists. I’ve spent decades studying clinical bodywork, structural therapies, lymphatic work, TMJ-focused treatment, and integrative healing modalities.
Serving clients in both Beverly Hills and Los Angeles, my approach remains rooted in intention, integrity, and results. Whether someone comes to me as a last resort or simply needs clarity and relief, my goal is always the same: to help you feel supported, understood, and truly cared for.
Healing happens when the body feels safe.
My role is to create a space where you feel supported, listened to, and encouraged. I honor both the science and the art of bodywork — integrating advanced clinical methods with intuitive, heart-centered care.
Whether you’re navigating discomfort, stress, or ongoing imbalances, I’m here to help you move toward ease with intention and compassion.
Giving back has always been part of my work. I’ve volunteered with The Heart Touch Project, offering therapeutic touch to individuals with HIV/AIDS in hospices and shelters across Los Angeles. Supporting patients and families through emotional and physical care continues to shape my approach today.
Beyond my treatment room, I’m passionate about natural health, movement, and lifelong learning. I enjoy yoga, competitive salsa dancing, exploring wellness literature, hiking in nature, and studying global healing traditions through travel. This lifestyle directly informs the grounded, intuitive way I work with clients.
Benjamin Shield, Ph.D.
Therapist, educator, and lecturer specializing in Craniosacral Therapy and related manual therapies. He focuses on integrating body, mind, and soul to address conditions like soft tissue pain, TMJ dysfunction, and pediatric issues. Dr. Shield has also co-authored books like “Handbook for the Heart” and appeared on television and radio, sharing his belief in the accessibility of healing and spirituality.
Ross Turchanivov, M.D., Ph.D., D.C., L.M.T.
Author, teacher, and physician promoting medical massage through a scientific method. He founded the Science of Massage Institute and authored Medical Massage, Volumes I and II, while also editing the Journal of Massage Science. A recognized expert, emphasizing anatomy, physiology, and pathology in medical massage.
Boris Prilutsly, L.M.T., M.A.
Professional in medical and sports massage and physical rehabilitation, with over 40 years of clinical and teaching experience. He is the founder of the Southern California Health Institute and has worked with Olympic athletes and trained thousands of therapists globally. His “Simple approach to massage therapy” emphasizes practical clinical experience alongside academic knowledge, and he is a published author and a recognized expert in the field.
Samantha is an experienced massage therapist in Beverly Hills trained through Saybrook University — the only massage program in the United States that has been scientifically tested — Samantha applies these proven methods as part of an evidence-based Integrative Medicine framework. Her expertise in Russian medical massage Beverly Hills allows her to deliver precise, results-driven sessions that restore balance, relieve pain, and enhance overall well-being.
Additionally, Samantha continues her professional education each year under the guidance of world-renowned doctors and specialists, ensuring she remains at the forefront of advanced medical massage techniques. As a highly skilled massage therapist in Beverly Hills, she brings both scientific knowledge and compassionate care to every session. She continues to pursue advanced learning and incorporates both Eastern and Western massage techniques into her sessions.