Five Years of Bodhi Work
How We Started, How We Grew, and Where We’re Going
Rest • Restore • Renew
in the heart of Ann Arbor
Five years ago, Bodhi Work opened its doors as a small, one-room practice offering Ann Arbor massage therapy rooted in intention, skill, and genuine care. It began with one therapist — Samantha — juggling long days, deep study, and an unwavering vision: to bring high-quality, clinically informed bodywork to a community that deserved more than cookie-cutter service.
From the beginning, Samantha blended her advanced training in Thai Massage / Assisted Stretch (Ann Arbor), Lymphatic Drainage (Ann Arbor), and Therapeutic Massage (Ann Arbor) to create sessions that were restorative, precise, and deeply healing. Clients quickly felt the difference, and word spread.
Growing Into a True Therapeutic Massage Studio
What started as a solo practice slowly — and naturally — evolved into a full team of Licensed Massage Therapists. Each therapist brought their own distinctive approach, advanced skill sets, and personal style. Today, Bodhi Work offers one of the most diverse, specialized menus of therapeutic massage in Ann Arbor, including:
Thai Massage / Assisted Stretch Ann Arbor
Manual Lymphatic Drainage Ann Arbor (including post-operative and prenatal MLD)
Prenatal Massage Ann Arbor
Functional bodywork, mobility-focused techniques, and targeted deep-tissue work
Lomi Lomi, a rare and deeply nurturing Hawaiian modality
Relaxation and restorative sessions grounded in nervous system support
Our goal with this growth has never been to become the biggest studio — but the best. A place where each therapist is supported, well-trained, and encouraged to practice with integrity. A place where clients can find the right practitioner for their body and their healing needs.
Why We’re Different — and Why Clients Stay
Bodhi Work was built on the belief that massage therapy should produce real, meaningful results. That meant creating a practice where:
Therapists are highly trained and continuously improving
Sessions are never “one-size-fits-all”
Evidence-informed bodywork guides every service
Clients feel genuinely cared for, not rushed through
As a team, we remain committed to setting a new standard for Ann Arbor massage therapy. Whether someone is recovering from surgery, easing prenatal swelling, seeking relaxation, or working through chronic pain, our approach stays the same: intentional, therapeutic, consistent, and grounded in real expertise.
The Heart of Our Studio: Rest • Restore • Renew
Over the years, our mission has clarified and deepened. Bodhi Work exists to help people:
Rest when life feels overwhelming
Restore balance and function in the body
Renew their sense of wellbeing
This guiding philosophy influences every decision we make — from the training we pursue to the modalities we offer to the environment we cultivate inside the studio.
Looking Ahead: The Next Five Years
As we celebrate this milestone, we are entering a new era of refinement and expansion. In the coming years, Bodhi Work will continue to:
Strengthen our team of dedicated LMTs
Expand our offerings in Thai Massage / Assisted Stretch, Lymphatic Drainage, and Prenatal Massage
Increase educational opportunities, workshops, and specialized training
Grow sustainably while preserving the personalized, high-quality care we’re known for
We’re here for the clients who want more than a massage — they want thoughtful bodywork, true therapeutic skill, and a supportive environment that honors their wellness journey.
A Heartfelt Thank You
To everyone who has walked through our doors over the last five years: your trust, your stories, your healing, and your presence have shaped this studio in ways words can’t fully express.
You are the reason Bodhi Work exists, grows, and continues to serve.
Here’s to the next chapter — to deeper rest, fuller restoration, and renewed vitality.
Rest • Restore • Renew.