Amy Hastanan, LMT

Amy uses an interesting technique where she does deep tissue massage with her feet. She is so talented I was often unable to tell whether she was using her hands or feet to massage me. She is very intuitive and can apply just the right amount of pressure to just the right spot. I felt like a brand new person when I left! Also her home massage studio is very clean and relaxing.

Let me start off with full disclosure: I myself am an LMT, and I worked with Amy way back when. She rolled through town recently and I thought I’d hit her up for a massage because, as a massage therapist myself that specializes in therapeutic deep tissue work, my body was busted from using it 4+ hours per work day. I was actually in a pretty bad way; joint pain, muscle pain, stiffness and fatigue. I remember her being good when we worked together, but I can honestly say this was the BEST MASSAGE IVE EVER HAD.
I don’t think I can even remember another time when I said that. If you think me being a massage therapist skews my judgement, think again. I’ve never written a review for another massage therapist. I am extremely picky when it comes to bodywork because I rely on it. I was actually amazed. I almost fell asleep (which never happens), and if I thought to myself «hmm, that’s a good spot» or «I hope she digs in more here» she would respond accordingly without me saying anything. Amy used to be really good, now she’s amazing. Deep tissue with Thai bodywork and advanced knowledge of acupuncture meridians? That’s gold. Get a massage, please, you’ll thank yourself later.
Only bad thing I can say is that she lives across the country from me! :(

Amy is an amazing masseuse! She applied all the right pressure and released some major built up tightness from past injuries and an active lifestyle in general. She incorporated cupping into the massage as well, which was a first for me and was a real delight. I’m looking forward to adding in some acupuncture to upcoming visits. Definitely my new favorite masseuse in town and I will certainly be a long-​time client!

It has been 3 long years since I have had a massage treatment. I saw an Osteopath in Canada for years and he was truly amazing. Thought I would never find someone as healing as him. Now I just finished an 1 ½ hr massage and am totally blown away by her skill and gentleness. An added bonus was she came to me. It is actually difficult to explain how my body feels. Amazing technique. I let her do her magic and she is so in tune with her patient’s body sensing what technique they need. So happy that a Physical Therapist friend gave me her #. Only sad thing is she is only going to be on this Island til March 9^th. Quess I need to book more appts. Since she is also an Acupuncturist I am going to try this.

Amy is honestly amazing: strong, intuitive, and highly knowledgeable. I have probably had 20 – 30 different massage therapists in my life due to back pain and minor sciatica. Amy is the best. She really listens and focuses on problem areas, as well as doing an incredible job of relaxing you overall. Amy’s energy is very positive!!! She could always tell when I was stressed out by work and diligently worked those knots out; her attitude is so balanced and her technique so skilled that her massages always leave me with a fresh, positive perspective on life. I cannot recommend Amy highly enough. She is wonderful!!!

Amy is one of those rare individuals who has the natural ability to be delightful with everything that she does. I was fortunate enough to happen across her talents during my first trip to a local spa, and her work was so exceptional that, contrary to my typical desire to gain new experiences, I had to revisit her specifically. She exhibits the perfect balance of being surprisingly strong yet soothing, firm yet relaxing, and as such is able to produce very deep and complex therapeutic benefits through her technique. Between her incredible natural ability and dedication to always doing her best work in every session, I consider Amy to be among the very best massage therapists out there.
If that wasn’t praise enough, I found through my repeated visits with her that she has a long and very well-​rounded experience and knowledge of the art of massage as well as the interrelated workings of the body. Amy always goes above and beyond my (already high) expectations in answering my questions, and somehow always stays practical and lighthearted in the process. Her focus on furthering her knowledge and practice complemented with her talent of both applying and communicating that knowledge never ceases to impress me. Amy really is an all-​around amazing person, and though I already miss her since she recently left Honolulu, I look forward to our paths once again crossing in Portland!

Amy is my go to masseuse ever since she did an amazing job destressing my entire team at the office! She has a unique massage technique that leaves you feeling renewed & relaxed! I highly recommend Amy as your massage therapist! All the best Amy!

I threw my back while 7 months preggo and was prescribed a strong pain killer but decided not to take them and focus on physical therapy. Got a prenatal massage from Amy at my place over the weekend and I was very happy with her skill and incredible knowledge with body anatomy! She was recommended by my physical therapist and I thought I hit the jackpot finding the best massage therapist but only to find out she’s moving away soon… She will be making many people happy where ever she goes!

Amy is by far the most skilled, knowledgeable, kind and caring massage therapist I have ever been to in 30 years. Her expertise and knowledge of the human body make her the best therapist in Honolulu. I have been to at least 35 therapists in Honolulu and while traveling on business, and Amy by far is the best. I can not say enough about her skills.

Went for a 90 min therapeutic massage for my back which has been injured several times in car accidents. Amy gave me an incredible full body massage that incorporated Chinese cupping and Ashiatsu barefoot massage. She has strong hands, but a gentle touch if that makes sense. I’m generally not a fan of massage, but this experience changed my mind and I will definitely be back for more sessions!