"Miracles DO happen, and God DOES answer prayers. Not long after my lament to Scott that my massage therapist, Jonathan, had left, I discovered that indeed he had not! Angel, the female therapist I started seeing, let it slip that Jon had taken a leave of absence of sorts and was working in San Diego at his second love, graphic arts. Wow. I dug up his business card, called him and left a message, emailed him, and finally 'googled' him. The phone message went un-returned, the email message came back to me as undeliverable, BUT the Google turned up a lead with a different number. So I called, and lo and behold, Jonathan was just settling into a new routine in a new job and was about to start looking for some outcall massage clients.........He's been to my house 3 times now and each time we've had a chance to talk a little more than we were able when he was on a schedule at the spa. I feel a connection with this young man that I can't describe. He is an old soul, much wiser than his years, and a lot of other gobbledygook that I would have laughed at had someone else used those words. In his care I feel healthier and more relaxed, cared for and about, and fully human. Mysterious ways.....thank you, God!"

-- Kathy R., Teacher --

"...As a bodyworker, you are divinely gifted. No exaggeration there. When you lay your hands on someone, you are so wholly present. I want to be like that. Of all of the people I've worked with, you are easily one of the top 3... I think you are a person of great warmth and generosity and sincerity..."

-- Jami R., LMT --

"Dear Jonathan,

Thank you so much for generously coming in on your day off to give me a massage! With all that's been going on in my life this week, I desperately needed your healing touch! I am truly and joyfully indebted to you!

As an instructor in massage for 12 years, I've received a lot of treatments. I've also had occasion to visit various spas, including The Oaks of Ojai, Calistoga, and the Monterey Plaza. I must admit that your treatment was the best I've ever received!

Your touch is gentle, but strong. Your movements directed. I felt completely safe and totally nurtured, while feeling that the muscular strain I experienced was being addressed. I was hungry for the first time since returning from Monterey! I felt deliciously relaxed; levitating my whole way home. This was such a wonderful experience!

Thank you so very much!"

-- Linda --

"There are touchstones in my life that give me renewed energy to care for my patients, create art, & excel in athletics. You are by far the best therapist I have had in the 20+ years I have been receiving massage. Your calming touch centers me. Thank you for being my therapist, my touchstone."

-- Kathy S., Operating Room Nurse --

The following are testimonials written by clinic clientele during my time in school:

"Jon is very professional. You can tell when someone is understanding what is needed - Jon is there. He will be successful."

-- Art B. --

"Great flow and understanding of muscles / anatomy. Good feedback of tight areas to client."

-- Shawn N. --

"[Jon] focused on my back, shoulders and neck - where I asked. [He was] concerned with making me satisfied - Good massage!"

-- Holly M. --

"Awesome! Best massage I ever had! Great job!"

-- April G. --

"Jon was thorough and paid attention to points I mentioned needed more attention. Good job!"

-- Debby S. --

"This was one of the best massages I have had here (Utah College of Massage Therapy). The deep pressure was amazing - Jon made me feel like my whole body was connected."

-- Molly R. --

"Jonathan O. - Excellent technique, pressure and hand placement. Could tell he knew his muscles and how to get everything loosened up! Also - he was good at telling where especially-tense areas were and worked more on those areas! Thanks!"

-- Annette B. --

"Jon did a great job; He was very courteous and polite."

-- Evee M. --

"Long wait, but worth it! Jon did a fabulous job. Just the right pressure level and technique - I'm impressed!"

-- Karen W. --

"I have had at least 20 professional massages (not at a school), and none were better than the one I just got from Jon! I have an injury he worked on. He is going to be amazing!"

-- Peggy G. --

"I love this place and I really like it when the person is like Jon. Good job. Jon was good! Most people start you on your stomach - he did it backwards, but I think I was able to relax better!"

-- Ann H. --

"I was very impressed! The pressure was great and I felt very comfortable. I really enjoyed the back. I would have liked a little more on the feet and neck, but the rest of my body feels SOOO good. Thank you! You will be very successful!."

-- Loni C. --

"Great massage: very responsive to needs and requests. Great pressure. I would recommend him highly."

-- Janet G. --

"Jon is very good - right pressure. Polite. Dedicated."

-- Karen M. --

"This was awesome - the deepest massage I ever had. Thanks!"

-- MC P. --

"We have been coming here weekly for a year. Jon has awesome energy that I felt when he did his massage. Very courteous and good energy - best on yet!"

-- Dan H. --

"Jon did a great job. I lift weights, and he worked on my pecks which felt great. Never had that done before. He also was good at working out the knots. Very courteous and friendly. Would highly recommend."

-- Ryan D. --

"My massage with Jon was one of the best I have ever had. I am an avid believer in massage therapy and engage in bodywork on a regular basis (as I am a dancer / athlete) to maintain sound health - both physically and mentally. His innate ability to sense and give the human body the amount of pressure it needs, and at the same time is able to handle, is very rare. I am thankful to have experienced his healing, therapeutic touch. Thank you! :-)"

-- Kristin P. --

"My favorite part was the leg massage and you give awesome hand massages. No complaints - you're doing a great job!"

-- Julia G. --

"Jon was able to find all the spots I needed worked. He has an excellent ability to feel his way through knots and rough spots - great job!"

-- Douglas D. --

"Jonathan gives an excellent massage. His techniques are very relaxing and therapeutic. I get massages every week and he is the best!."

-- Stan P. --

"Absolutely awesome. Relaxing, but firm; Gentle, yet strong - totally perfect. No complaints, only pleased."

-- Maria R. --

"Jonathan did a fabulous job. Very professional, thorough, and strong with really deep pressure. Plus he's very nice! he seemed very in tune to what was needed."

-- Rebecca B. --

"Jonathan Orlofsky is wonderful. My entire body responds to his relaxing, nurturing. elegant touch and what a great person he is. A great combination of skill and charm."

-- Barry C. --

"Very pleasant and courteous - Jon gave a fantastic massage covering all areas I requested. GREAT JOB!!!"

-- Leslie F. --

"You are a kick ass therapist, my friend! Flow is great. Depth of pressure: perfect. Hand and arm work: delicious! Make sure you go to attachments on arms. Great beginning - under the neck thing. Time management so everything gets skin-on-skin contact."

-- Naomi W. --

"Jon knows how to use his hands very well. He did things that I have never had done before and my body feels great. He does excellent back work which I was in need of, and the hand & foot work was great."

-- Ahna Z. --

"Jonny O - Man, Dude: you are the bomb. I honestly can't think of anything I think you need to change! I love the fact I know you and when you are famous one day I can tell everybody I was in your class. Keep on being friendly! The only thing that may need improvement is your tan! Just kidding! hehehe."

-- Brooke Z. --

"Jon did a great job. He listened to what I needed done and made sure to work on every area carefully."

-- Dave H. --

"Jonathan has a wonderful professional approach. At the same time, he is warm and easy-going - which puts the client at ease. I wish he had spent more time on my legs and hips instead of hand and arms - pressure was great."

-- Melanie D. --