Essential Massage & Facials of Riverview

Every time I'm in this part of town I make sure to book a massage with essentials. My last visit was with Cruz and he was phenomenal. I can move my shoulders freely for the first time in weeks. Thank you!

We only came to this location due to a gift certificate we had to use at this location only. We had a terrible deep tissue massage. This massage left me in more pain than when I came in. I've been sick to my stomach for over a week after the massage and my arms and back hurt so much more than before I had to buy arm braces to help target the pain in my arms. They used cups on my back, which at other massage places they ask if its okay before even starting the massage if they can use different smells or massage tools to ensure you get the best massage. I wasn't never asked about the cupping. I don't like what it does to the body. I hurt so bad from it. I will never come back here. Even if we get another gift certificate.

I've been to this location of Essential about 6x now. Every visit is such a vibe and great experience. It's clean, comfortable, professional, relaxing, and well worth it. No matter the massage therapist I get, I always leave better than I came. Can't wait to go back :)

I haven't treated myself to a massage in years and was really looking forward to a deep tissue session, but this was the worst experience I’ve ever had. The therapist never used her hands or finger, only suction cups that she dragged up and down my back. When I asked why, she said it was because her last client wanted pressure point work, and her hands were sore. I had to ask her to stop about half way through. I spoke to the office staff and contacted the office several times afterward and never received any follow-up calls after paying. I've always had a good experience with Essential on Bloomingdale in Brandon, but this location is not being professionally ran.

2026 update: Unfortunately Ana has moved and so this location no longer offers TMJ, Cranial Sacral nor Lymphatic Drainage (as of this writing) due to lack of trained staff. Additionally their listed times are not the actual length of massage but are shortened by at least a 5 min undress and 5 min redress which is excessive and reduces value. Lastly, their massage therapists often run late by 5-10 minutes most of the time. Original 5 star review: Ana fixed my TMJ issues! My jaw and face were extremely tight for years with TMJ symptoms and pain; a few weeks of seeing Ana and it is already 90% healed. She also gives amazing cranial sacral massage therapy and full body scrubs. Sonia’s back facials are also fantastic and very effective. 10/10. You owe it to yourself to come here