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I discovered Velina during my first couple of months in Boulder quite by chance. An ad for Esalen massage attracted my attention, so I made an appointment with her. The wonderful massage and the ensuing conversation put me immediately at ease with her and when I learned that she was also a coach and healer, I knew I had found what I needed. Velina provides the kind of healing that can be described as compassionate, spiritually-based, intelligent, insightful, holistic, active and very effective. She is a dedicated, talented and tremendously resourceful professional.
Christine - Denver
I have been to many massage therapists before and I can say that Velina is the best in her profession. she is very very good at what she does, very professional and caring. She really cares about her clients and about her work.
Raghu Nandan - Denver
Velina is a very loving and caring professional. She listens to your needs keenly and provides extra resources besides her own services. I feel like I am getting much more than I have paid for. Someone I would highly recommend to anyone.
Mae - Longmont
A flowing release of tension and emotions soothing body oils and comforting essential oils complete the experience, Velina’s energy and caring was with me days after the experience.
Aminda - Denver
Working with Velina has been great. Her warm hands, large heart and years of experience combine to make massage a special treat for me.
Bruce - Boulder
Thanks for the wonderful massage. I thought the massage was great, and I thoroughly enjoyed your company. You have a great personality and seem to be very caring and thoughtful. The way you were showing me how to take care of my body reminded me of a Doctor’s bedside manner. I definitely plan to visit you again.
G.O. - Longmont
I have never had such a wonderful experience as the one I had yesterday. Your massage was the best physical experience I have ever had and the most incredible stirring of my soul. Like I said last night, it felt more than just getting the muscles relieved, you were able to touch me throughout. Brilliant!! I woke up this morning feeling different. I had more kinks in my body before you treated me, than I thought. My shoulder felt smoothed out, which I broke many years ago and never had it set. My hips were the best, because you gave my glutes such an awesome stretch! I was actually using the exercise you taught me yesterday by breathing into my belly in traffic this morning : ) Thank you again Velina.
EM – Boulder
Velina is really good at what she does. Amazing! She gave the best massage I’ve ever had…. and I just really appreciate her nurturing energy. It is so nice to be in the care of someone who really “gets it” and really, really cares. I will highly recommend Velina to my friends and family!
Amy – Boulder
I have been worked on by many massage therapists and appreciated them all, but I find my body melts into surrender and willingness to “let down” as Velina works on me. There is something in the long strokes of the body that allows the specific tension areas to release more easily as Velina gently delves into them. She provides a very lovely environment of peace and gentle stimulation for her work and by entering her space, the “let down” begins to happen for me almost immediately. Many thanks, Velina. for your fine work.
Star – Boulder
You opened up a dimension of my inner self, a light that was fast becoming clouded and smothered by the toll of life and work. What a joy and blessing it is to meet someone like you who re-activates the inner light of others through your healing touch and hands, while pouring out yourself, and beliefs, with such wonderful cogency and yet without haste, with equanimity, and such humor and joy. Thank you very much.
N.P. – Boulder
I just wanted to follow up from my massage on Saturday. While you are always wonderful at massage, last weekend was among the very best. Overall range of motion and general soreness / stiffness was and still is much improved. I truly appreciate your style and professionalism! Now I need to get back soon and get a second to keep in shape.
Roger Good – Steamboat Springs
I have worked performing four hand massage therapy with Velina for two years. I have known her for approximately 10 years. Velina loves helping people. She has an excellent, innate quality of touch and intuitively does what the client needs. She has the ease and professional insight of working with others. I couldn’t recommend her highly enough.
Dana Wodtke, CMT, CNMT – Boulder
It is my distinct privilege and honor to know Velina Lujan. Her commitment to health of both body and soul has led her to gain an array of formal degrees. In addition, deep curiosity and large-mindedness has led her to investigate many unrequired philosophies and trainings. As our conversations branch ever less-known topics, I am ever more amazed. Truly, she is over-qualified at any one profession. Even with the first healing session, the results were vitally important in permitting me to handle overwhelming physical demands that winter. Velina astonishingly met my severe needs, generously performing therapeutic massage weekly as I desperately worked in the cold. I have received relief from debilitating pain in knees and lower back, which had prevented me from sleep, from running, and at times even made stepping off a curb a sad, dangerous business. Her skill as a gentle, nurturing masseuse (I mean to include all therapeutic touch by this term) is a bit magical in its results, which (as I have learned) continue to increase for several days after each treatment. From past masseurs I had received some very harsh deep work: the ten sessions of Rolfing work concentrating upon the fascia; many chiropractic sessions; and Hoshino therapy (by far the most demanding). I benefited from all of those. Yet now, one session per week from Velina (or even less frequently, since the benefits are cumulative and remain) is enough to keep me athletic. After nine months of this, I can run, jump onto and off from a pickup truck tailgate, negotiate stairs two at a time. No words can properly express my delight in the restoral. Velina has worked long and hard to educate herself and to cultivate her many real talents. Her value is immense. We are lucky to have her.
Lawrence Frey – Boulder
Velina’s work as a holistic healer seems a natural fit for her. She seems to sense what is painful and works gently to relieve it. I have experienced her massage and will not go anywhere else for a massage. I have used some of her suggestions for stress management in my day to day life with much success. My 22 year old daughter Mandy is also using her service and finds much relief from her upper back and shoulder pain.
Eva Jensen, – Lakewood
I have been seeing Velina Lujan for over 2 years for massage therapy. Not only is she one of the best massage therapists I have worked with in 30 years, her integrity is impeccable. Her treatment room is immaculate, her approach is professional, and her care is intuitive and effective. She has worked hard to be up to date on latest techniques and is a master of her trade. I have no problem recommending her to others, friends and associates. In fact my wife sees her professionally and I send my employees to her for treatment.
David Johnston– Boulder
I have known Velina Lujan for over a decade. We met the week I arrived to my new home – when she delivered cookies to my door to welcome me. Recently, however, I have discovered another aspect of Velina I value. I was nearly debilitated a year ago with severe back pain from a prior injury. Seeing me struggle to my front door, Velina recommended I come to her office that evening for a treatment. I had limited experience with massage therapists, but was in such agony that I was willing to try it. My decision to let her work on me is one of the best I have made recently. I limped slowly into her office, hunched over in pain, and walked out of there next to pain-free. It took me only a few minutes to expand my definition of Velina from friend and neighbor to healer.
Arron Mansika, MA – Boulder
Everytime I come for a visit, I recieve much more than expected. I am always enlightened both physically and mentally. Thank you for sharing your gifts with me.
Tara Becker- Westminster
I appreciate how available you always are - physically, emotionally, and also via phone. The wealth of resources you continually provide helps me to fnd support on a daily basis. You’re warmth and compassion means a lot. I know I have only just begun my path to recovery, but through your guidance and sharing of personal experiences, I now have hope.
Eve - Boulder
I just wanted to send you a quick email and tell you that I actually can detect a difference already in just the work which you did on my back yesterday. I’ve been having problems with sleeping because I was getting a lot of numbness in my sleep which was causing me to wake up in a panic. While I didn’t sleep for long tonight as we have a flight that leaves at 6:30 am, I did get some sleep and it was very good. Additionally I have observably less pain in my left arm and neck. Thank you very much for your help so far and I think that working with you consistently could be very beneficial for my long term health. Just wanted to make an extra effort to say thanks for all your help, it is greatly appreciated.
Nick Krut– Boulder
I don’t think you could do a better job than you already do. I think you are great. I’ve never felt better after a massage than I do when I leave your office. Thank you.
Jeff England - Boulder
Dear Velina, With gratitude, your massage was superb! My right arm is feeling slightly better, and I believe the healing process was improved with your work. Your quiet nature, gentle touch, and quick wit, were all greatly appreciated and I will look forward to reschedueling with you in the future.
Claire Bakewell - Boulder
Velina is a very empathetic, caring, open, easy and good at treating problem areas and suggesting but not insisting on other possible healing modalities. She goes with the clients flow only gently redirecting when appropriate.
J.A. - Boulder
I am writing on behalf of Velina Lujan. I am the Medical Director of the Argyle. I have worked with Velina at the Argyle for many years. In her capacity as a social worker, she has shown to be proficient with an uncommon level of empathy for our patients. She has an exemplary level of skill in dealing with complicated staff and family issues. She is a very profound thinker and has a tremendous view of the big picture… I believe we have not yet even seen the tip of the iceberg of her potential in the medical world.
Zachary Shpall, N.D.
Denver, CO
I enjoyed meeting you and our conversation was very eye-opening. I look forward to continuing it and to feeling your healing touch again soon.
Mindy Kittay - Boulder, CO
Velina has the ability to see clearly and intuitively into the nature of a complex person or situation. She is gifted when it comes to finding solutions and relieving pain. Velina is brave enough to delve into the intricacies of human nature, and she is skillful enough to guide others without fear. She has a strong commitment to “do no harm,” as her intentions are true and kind. Velina has a gentle strength. She uses sensitivity and intelligence when relating with people in the world around her. She has shed light on my own issues with accuracy and insight. Whether she is giving a massage or simply listening, her intentions appear pure and focused. She is perceptive and seemingly able to pinpoint where the pain is, providing relief and awareness of my own body; mind; and spirit. Velina is deeply self-aware and continually attends seminars and retreats as a means to grow both professionally and personally. Velina is vulnerable to and conscious of her own issues, unlike others in this field. Her commitment to self-reflection makes her a genuine and most valuable healer.
Molly Denicore, MA
Monroe, VA
Velina is a gifted healer who treats the whole person body, mind, emotions, and soul. Her unique mix of coaching and massage accesses blockages often by-passed by traditional methods. If you are ready for a breakthrough in your life - ready to get your joy back - Velina is there to help.
Sally Denver, CO