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Susan Zhou-Andersen a Therapist Who Cares
Susan Zhou-Andersen a Therapist Who Cares
Traditional Chinese Massage and acupressure are therapies that most people in China use to balance and maintain their health. It has a 5,000 year history of development that has proven to be very successful and effective for treating many ailments in a 100% safe, non-invasive way. This ancient practice can help relieve neck, back, and bod
Traditional Chinese Massage and acupressure are therapies that most people in China use to balance and maintain their health. It has a 5,000 year history of development that has proven to be very successful and effective for treating many ailments in a 100% safe, non-invasive way. This ancient practice can help relieve neck, back, and body pain while also restoring body energy. Since opening my business in 2007, I have helped thousands of people find healing through my advanced knowledge, training and experience of Traditional Chinese Massage and hybrid mixed therapies.
Susan Zhou-Andersen a Therapist Who Cares
Susan Zhou-Andersen a Therapist Who Cares
Susan Zhou-Andersen a Therapist Who Cares
Susan Zhou-Andersen is committed to your long term health and well being. She will use her vast knowledge of
ancient yet advanced Chinese techniques to provide you with a holistic, individualized treatment. Whether you would like to focus on preventative care or are seeking relief from an episode of acute pain, she will help you meet yo
Susan Zhou-Andersen is committed to your long term health and well being. She will use her vast knowledge of
ancient yet advanced Chinese techniques to provide you with a holistic, individualized treatment. Whether you would like to focus on preventative care or are seeking relief from an episode of acute pain, she will help you meet your health goals.
Susan intentionally keeps her prices low to make her services affordable to all. Do not misinterpret low prices to low quality or inexperience. Her goal is to promote good health and provide affordable pain relief to everyone. Her clients include many doctors, chiropractors, nurses, physical therapists, etc. They come to her not because of the low affordable pricing, they come to her because her treatment works. When people ask how frequent they should come for treatment, she always responds, "When you need me, I am here for you."
With certificates of specialized training from schools in China and the USA, along with both National and State certification and licensing, you can be assured of being treated by a licensed professional therapist who has been trained to provide the best of care to you.
Experienced Knowledge
Susan Zhou-Andersen a Therapist Who Cares
Experienced Knowledge
My desire to help others through Traditional Chinese Massage and acupressure began at a very young age. I observed my grandmother apply this technique to bring relief to many people in her clinic in China. Wanting to follow in her footsteps, my grandmother mentored me. I also attended studies in China and became certified in these advanc
My desire to help others through Traditional Chinese Massage and acupressure began at a very young age. I observed my grandmother apply this technique to bring relief to many people in her clinic in China. Wanting to follow in her footsteps, my grandmother mentored me. I also attended studies in China and became certified in these advanced authentic, traditional techniques in 1981. Since that time I have received additional education in other modalities and became nationally certified by the NCBTMB in 2009, and by the State of Michigan in 2010.
Since opening my Traverse City office in 2007, I have helped thousands of people find relief that they never before thought was possible. It is not unusual for people to travel great distances to make an appointment after receiving a referral from a friend. My personal technique for utilizing Traditional Chinese Massage with other Asian and specialized modalities is one of a kind. It gives me great joy to see the smile on my client's faces after treatment and learn that they have found relief through my efforts.
If you are seeking a massage in Traverse City, or pain relief in Traverse City, please give Happy Feet Massage by Susan Zhou Andersen a try. I will do my best to help you.
Advanced Chinese Traditional Massage & Pain Relief Treatment
Advanced Chinese Medical Massage & Acupressure for Pain Relief and Treatment of These Conditions:
- Neck/Shoulder, Back & Body Pain
- Sciatica & Lower Back
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Fibromyalgia
- Chronic Pain
- Knee Pain
- Sprained Ankle
- Numb Fingers
- Increase Circulation
- Restore Body Energy
- Non-Invasive (no needles like with acupuncture)
- 100% Safe and Effective
- PAIN RELIEF TREATMENT IS OUR SPECIALTY
My Full Body Massage Technique
My massage technique draws from a blend of Chinese Tui Na, Zhi Ya, Japanese Shiatsu, Thai, Swedish, and Deep Tissue massage. Together they enhance and compliment the Chinese Medicinal approaches that I was taught, and used at my families clinic in Sichuan Province, China. I combine several of these techniques to provide you the most effective massage for your particular health needs.
-Chinese Tui Na
-Chinese Zhi Ya
-Japanese Shiatsu
-Thai
-Swedish Massage
-Deep Tissue
-Acupressure
-Gua Sha & Hot Stone Avai
PAIN RELIEF TREATMENT MASSAGE
Focuses on specific pain, muscular and nervous system issues such as acute or chronic pain, numbness or tingling, burning, muscle tightness, tension and spasms. Focuses on specific areas such as neck, shoulder, arms, back, lower back, knees, hips, arms, and hands. If you are seeking Pain relief in Traverse City, give us a try.
-90 Minute Treatment Massage $95
-60 Minute Treatment Massage $65
-30 Minute Treatment Massage $40
FULL BODY RELAXATION MASSAGE
Relaxing, soothing, and gentle. Ideal for people with stress, exhaustion, or for those who simply want some peaceful relaxation.
-90 Mimute Massage $95
-60 Minute Massage $65
Traditional Chinese Foot Massage
The entire human body is represented on the feet. Each organ and every muscle and nerve pathway can be affected and improved by treating the pressure points on the human foot. Dramatic health changes can take place.
Traditional Chinese Foot Massage with Herbal Foot Soak. An excellent value and introduction to Chinese Foot Massage.
-40 Minutes $50
FOOT, ANKLE, & HAND PAIN RELIEF TREATMENT
Including sprains, plantar fasciitis, carpal tunnel, and other related problems.
-60 Minutes $65
Our Massages
Tui Na Massage
Tuina is an Oriental Bodywork Therapy, Tui meaning “push” and Na meaning “grasp”. It has been practiced in China for more than 4000 years. Tuina is the deeply penetrating and vigorous massage therapy provided within the traditional Chinese Medical System.
We offer a unigue massage in Traverse City that will contribute greatly to your good health.
Swedish
The goal of Swedish Massage is to melt away muscle tension and increase the blood flow to your heart. Swedish Massage is extremely therapeutic as it decreases muscle toxins, increases oxygen levels in the blood. Can be combined with massage stones which are heated and used with oils to sooth, warm and massage your muscles.This allows your body to relax and release tension and stress.
Deep Tissue
Specialized treatment of sports injuries, chronic pain syndrome, back pain, muscle and tendon tears. Many patients have been referred to us by medical professionals for obtaining pain relief in Traverse City.
We Combine Several Techniques to Bring You Pain Relief
Acupressure
Japanese Shiatsu
Japanese Shiatsu
Acupressure is just like acupuncture but without using needles. Pressure is applied to the acupuncture points to stimulate various things to occur in the body, depending upon your needs. Acupressure can open up blood flow, reset nerve function, and relax muscles along the nerve pathways.
Japanese Shiatsu
Japanese Shiatsu
Japanese Shiatsu
Shiatsu is a style of bodywork developed in Japan. It is similar to acupuncture, but uses finger pressure instead of needles and works along the energetic channels, and not the acupuncture points. Shiatsu's name comes from two Japanese words - "shi" or finger and "atsu" or pressure. Shiatsu's goal is to restore the healthy flow of energy throughout the body.
Thai Massage
Japanese Shiatsu
Customer Testimony #1
Thai massage is more energizing and rigorous than more classic forms of massage. Thai massage is also called Thai yoga massage because the therapist uses his or her hands, knees, legs, and feet to move you into a series of yoga-like stretches. Many people say Thai massage is like doing yoga without any work. Muscle compression, joint mobilization, and acupressure are also used during treatment. People describe Thai massage as both relaxing and energizing.
Customer Testimony #1
Customer Testimony # 2
Customer Testimony #1
I feel compelled to write my first review after finding an amazing professional and skilled masseuse on a Sunday afternoon in the height of summer. I'm in town on vacation, sleeping on bad cottage mattresses when my father becomes seriously ill and is admitted to Munson Hospital. The only saving grace is that Happy Feet is only blocks away and Ms. Susan is available when you need her. I live in NYC and know of good Chinese acupressure massages at reasonable prices. I've had at least 100 of them. I also know of mediocre, expensive, Michigan massages too, being always hopeful and always disappointed until today. Thanks Susan! Long live Happy Feet!
I want to add if you are looking for a pampered spa experience this isn't it, but if you want to relieve those aches and pains for $55 an hour, then this is THE place!
-Lah A
Customer Testimony # 2
Customer Testimony # 2
Customer Testimony # 2
This is a really great place to get a massage. It's very affordable and close to downtown but on a quiet neighborhood street. It's not fancy inside but Susan is super effective. It was unlike any other massage I had ever gotten. At first I was kind of like, "Hmmm, why is she doing that?" with some of her techniques that I wasn't used to. Until I realized that the pain in my lower back was starting to disappear. Like another reviewer said, she is just really skilled at finding the bad spots on your body and working them out without causing you pain in the process. My lower back is super sensitive to ANY pressure and she was able to work on it without causing me any discomfort. We will make sure to go back the next time we are on vacation in TC. :-)
- Amy B
Customer Testimony # 3
Customer Testimony # 2
Customer Testimony # 2
Susan Andersen of Happy Feet Massage never ceases to amaze me with her knowledge and her intuitive ability to quickly identify and remedy the problem areas of my body. When it comes to pain relief from injury or overwork, she is the best to make it go away and get you feeling great again through her unique massage style. I have traveled the world and I have found Susan to be the most gifted therapist that I have ever encountered. We are blessed to have her in Traverse City.
-Ron G