Thermal Bodyworks

Seeing Brenna has been life changing! I was in so much pain when I first started that it made it hard to function but she has actually helped get me back into my athletic lifestyle. She offers everything I have been looking for in a massage therapist, genuinely taking the time to help heal old injuries and providing support and stretches to prevent issues down the line. She is super responsive and just an amazing human being. I would highly recommend her for anyone looking for an all inclusive massage that actually heals your body and provides support to prevent future issues down the road.

If you needed a sign to book with Brenna Rice let this be it 💫 I booked a session as a gift to myself and it was nothing short of transformative. This was far more than a simple massage—it was a deeply healing experience. From the moment I walked in, Breanna's presence put me at ease, setting the tone for a truly restorative treatment. Breanna used a combination of special oils, cupping, and a variety of massage techniques that addressed my specific needs. I have been struggling with long-term injuries, and she skillfully worked on those areas, bringing much-needed relief. What impressed me most was her ability to not only alleviate my pain but also educate me on how to prevent it from coming back. Her insights into body mechanics and proper stretching were invaluable. Throughout the se

Brenna is an incredible and knowledgeable practitioner. She also offers extra services like Celluma Infrared Light Therapy, which I highly recommend. I rented this machine for a month following a foot sprain/fracture. I used it every day twice a day most days, and I saw noticeable relief. I’ve never regained mobility and recovered from an injury so quickly before. I just had my follow-up orthopedic appointment and was told I could transition out of the orthopedic boot at 4 weeks instead of 6! I also used on my hand when I jammed a couple fingers and noticed measurable relief after just one use. You can even use it on your face for wrinkles! It’s amazing!

There really aren’t enough words to adequately express what a gift Brenna is. Not only is she incredibly knowledgeable about the body, but she’s a phenomenally warm and lovely person who believes that everyone deserves access to this kind of luxury service. I am a graduate student and have had issues for the last few years with back and neck pain. Brenna is the first massage therapist I’ve seen who has engaged with me as a long-term client. I hate pushy salespeople and don’t like feeling pressured into committing to memberships. Brenna not only made me feel worthy of regular services, but has designed her pricing so it’s *possible*. Every other massage I’ve had has been treated like a one-off experience, a reward to myself for getting through a moment of stress or difficulty. Meeting and

Brenna is a fantastic addition to the Charlottesville community! Having had massages regularly for the past 25 years, I can honestly say that Brenna is at the top of my list. She intuitively knows where to focus and uses a variety of techniques including moving and static cupping, hot stones, dry brushing, infrared light therapy, and a warm hand softening treatment. Her background ranges from personal training to being an EMT which makes her even more in tune with a person's body and it's needs. Brenna is extremely caring and takes extra time at the end of the massage to discuss her findings; she even followed up with a thorough email of strengthening and streching exercises specific to my body. My massage was a great experience from beginning to end and Brenna’s therapeutic approach p