About Us
A Gainesville Community partner since 1997
Our mission is to provide a high quality, personalized massage in a cozy, comfortable environment, at a fair price.
Established 23 years in the same location we are proud to say many medical professionals in our community refer their clients to us. They recognize our knowledge, skill set, passion for wellness and have witnessed the positive results of our work. We pride ourselves on customer service and hope you will allow us to be a part of your well being and health care team. Thank you for considering us!
Experienced Skilled Therapists Who Care
Marlena Berkow, massage therapist and owner of A Better Massage has over 23 years of hands on experience. Her staff is exceptionally caring, compassionate, friendly, knowledgeable, and skilled in therapeutic massage. Each therapist has their specialties but everyone is trained in deep tissue, medical and relaxation massage as well as injury recovery and stress reduction. We consult, research and continually educate ourselves to provide our clients with the highest quality of care for their specific needs.
Our Hours and Prices
Monday-Friday: 10:00am-7:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am-5:30pm
Christmas & New Years eve 10-3:00
30 minutes: $40
45 minutes: $55
60 minutes: $70
75 minutes: $85
90 minutes: $100
120 minutes: $140
Call for your preferred appointment time.
Our Massages
Our Signature
A customized massage is designed to suit your specific needs. Any number of styles from Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Swedish, Sports or Lymphatic massage will be incorporated into your session. This may also include Trigger Point, Neuromuscular or Cranial Sacral therapy. We offer complimentary hot packs and use only all natural, chemical free balms or oils. Based on your input your therapist will create the perfect massage to relieve, soothe & relax your body, mind and spirit, enhancing your overall well being.
Hot Stone
Melt away your tension with smooth, heated basalt stones an ancient healing therapy. This style of massage penetrates deep, increasing circulation and easing muscle stiffness. Perfect for relieving those buried aches & pains. Add $10 to any massage time.
Mommy & Me
Prenatal massage is designed to provide comfort and relief to mommy & baby. Massage decreases swelling of the legs, arms, and eases tension in your low back, hips and shoulders helping mommy to relax. We use special pregnancy cushions to provide comfort and safety for both you and your baby. $70/60 minutes
Massage Services Treatments and Therapies
Deep Tissue Massage
Swedish Massage
Structural Massage
Sports Massage
Prenatal Massage
Couples Massage (Suspended Covid)(can schedule 2 people same time separate rooms)
Lymphatic Drainage
Myofascial Release
Neuro Muscular Therapy
Trigger Point Therapy
Cranial Sacral Therapy
Reflexology
Kinesio Taping
Hot /Ice Pack
Payments Accepted
We accept all forms of payment; cash, check, all major credit cards and health spending account cards (HSA/Flex)