Massage Therapy in Hackney & Islington
Massage Therapy
At Abuelita’s, massage therapy is more than muscle work. Each session is an invitation for your body and nervous system to slow down, release tension, and reconnect. Our treatments are personalised, intuitive, and grounded in the understanding that physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing are deeply connected.
Whether you are seeking relief from pain, support through life changes, or a moment of deep rest, we meet you exactly where you are. Our studio is based in Hackney and Islington, welcoming clients from across East and North London.
Our Approach
Our massage therapy practice is built on the belief that the body’s symptoms are meaningful signals. Tension, discomfort, and fatigue often reflect what has been held over time, both physically and emotionally.
During each session, we work not only with muscles and fascia, but also with the nervous system. Through attentive touch, presence, and skilled techniques, we support your body in letting go of stress and restoring balance.
While one session can bring relief, regular massage offers long term support, helping you maintain mobility, resilience, and a stronger body mind connection.
Our Therapies
A personalised blend of deep tissue and Swedish techniques guided by body analysis and intuitive listening. This treatment supports chronic tension, stress related discomfort, and long standing physical patterns. Sessions may also include gentle psychosomatic awareness, always adapted to your preferences.
Ideal for those seeking deeper work with a holistic approach.
A targeted and results focused treatment supporting recovery, mobility, and injury prevention. Techniques may include myofascial release, neuromuscular work, soft tissue release, and muscle energy techniques.
Suitable for athletes, active individuals, or anyone experiencing physical strain from movement, work, or repetitive patterns.
Nurturing massage tailored to the unique needs of pregnancy and the postnatal period. Treatments focus on easing tension in the back, hips, shoulders, legs, and feet while supporting relaxation and emotional wellbeing.
A safe, caring space to rest, reconnect, and feel supported during this important stage of life.
A gentle, rhythmic therapy supporting the lymphatic system to reduce swelling, support recovery, and restore balance. This treatment encourages fluid movement, helping the body feel lighter, calmer, and supported from within. Used for post surgery recovery, managing fluid retention, immune support, and overall wellbeing.
At Abuelita’s, we also work with the Godoy and Godoy method, a modern approach focusing on gentle skin mobilisation to support lymph flow, particularly in the legs, arms, abdomen, neck, and groin.
Manual lymphatic drainage is offered by Leny Etienne, an experienced therapist bringing deep care and expertise to this work.
Please note that this therapy may not be suitable for everyone. If you are pregnant, recovering from surgery, or living with certain health conditions, we recommend checking with your doctor before booking.
A Space to Land in Your Body
Massage at Abuelita’s is for moments when your body is asking for care. Whether you are carrying stress, recovering from physical strain, navigating pregnancy, or simply craving rest, sessions are shaped around you. There is no need to know exactly what you need. We listen, adapt, and support your body gently and respectfully.
What Our Clients Say
Every body has a story. The words below come from people who trusted us with theirs. From deep relief to feeling truly seen and cared for, these experiences reflect the kind of space we hold in every session.
I went to Abuelita’s Wellbeing after a stressful time, and I had the most amazing massage. I went in feeling stressed, tense, and with my head all over the place, and walked away joyful, relaxed and myself again. The place, smell, design, and the kindness I have experienced was amazing
- Beatrice
Had an incredible deep tissue massage with Rohan yesterday. Felt extremely comfortable, being my first full body massage. I will definitely be back.
- Hope
"I don't know whether it's possible to say enough good things about Simona. She is knowledgeable, warm, personable, simultaneously deep and light hearted, skilful and with a strong but delicate touch. As I told her after our session, it's hard not to be entirely besotted with someone who makes you feel so good! I am already looking forward to our next session."
- Joe
"I don’t usually leave reviews and when I do, I don’t usually leave a second one. Simona is simply the best massage therapist I could have found. Not only does she help me re-find my centre with her massage therapy, but the level of care and advice outside of the actual massage have been critical for me in the last few months. Simona is a healer and I’ll recommend her sessions to anyone who needs a caring and safe space. Thank you for being there Simona and for spreading goodness. Still super happy I met you."
- Sofia
"One of the best massages I’ve received. Simona has a beautifully tranquil space and is more than welcoming. She was also very attentive, regularly checking if the pressured used was to my liking. She was extremely knowledgeable and more than equip to navigate my historic injuries."
- Nathaniel
"Simona was really attentive and intuitive, she listened and responded with really valuable wisdom. The massage really helped me connect to my body and allowed me to let go of some held emotion, I felt very safe to express fully. The space is warm, tranquil and beautifully presented. I highly recommend Simona."
- Rachel
Packages
Standard: 4 sessions (save £20)
4 x 60 minutes - £320
2 x 90 minutes - £460
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Use within 3 months from purchase
Standard Duo: 8 sessions (save £50)
- can be shared with your partner -
8 x 60 minutes - £630
8 x 90 minutes - £910
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Use within 4 months from purchase
Please get in touch if you have any questions before your purchase
Option to create your own package, with a combination of 60 and 90-minute sessions.
*T&Cs apply
Prices
Massage Therapy
Deep Tissue & Restorative Massage | Sports & Remedial Massage | Holistic | Deep Tissue Massage | Relaxing-Swedish Massage
60 minutes - £85
90 minutes - £120
120 minutes - £150
Prices, Packages & Memberships
Join us at Abuelita’s Wellbeing CIC in Hackney, where every massage session supports not only your own wellbeing but also the wider community.
As a Community Interest Company, each booking contributes to providing free therapy for women in need, so your care extends beyond yourself.
Monthly Memberships
You can choose from any of our massage therapies, including lymphatic drainage, and book with any of our therapists across both locations.
For every four-yearly membership purchased, we commit to offering three free therapy sessions per year to individuals in need within our community, including refugee women. Your support allows us to extend care to those who need it most.
Monthly Membership One
60 minutes - £80
90 minutes - £115
- 5% off extra sessions, and on vouchers purchased for friends and family - Transferable appointment - if you cannot make it, you can either move it to next month, gift it to a dear friend/family member - Price lock for the whole year - no need to worry about price increase until December 2026). - Cancel anytime after 6 months.
Monthly Membership Duo - can be shared with your partner
60 minutes x 2 - £150
90 minutes x 2 - £220
- 5% off extra sessions, and on vouchers purchased for friends and family - Transferable appointment - if you cannot make it, you can either move it to next month, gift it to a dear friend/family member - Price lock for the whole year - no need to worry about price increase until December 2026). - Cancel anytime after 6 months.
