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Bay Trail Massage and Healing Arts

5 ★★★★★ 37 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in El Cerrito, California

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Why Bay Trail Massage and Healing Arts is listed — cupping is a treatment, not a Google category, so we only list a provider when there's real proof they offer it. Here's what we found: “oils, creams and salves that will nourish you from head to toe. No Upgrade Fee's My base rate is all inclusive! I will never charge upgrade fees for add-ons that I feel will enhance our work together. These may include Cupping, Myofascial…” source →

Booking your cupping session

  • Payment HSA/FSA cards accepted — verify coverage before your visit, since cupping is often billed under manual therapy or acupuncture
  • Online booking you can book online — check their site for the next available cupping appointment
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  • Website baytrailmassageandhealingarts.com — book and see the full treatment menu
  • Phone (341) 237-1253

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 8:30 AM–6 PM
Wednesday 8:30 AM–6 PM
Thursday 8:30 AM–6 PM
Friday 9 AM–1:30 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Cupping is usually by appointment — these are the business's general hours, so book ahead rather than dropping in.

What clients say about the cupping here

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 37 Google reviews — kept to comments about the cupping and the provider's care, in their own words.

💆 effective pain & tension relief 3 mentions

“I have had shoulder pain for over a year and tried PT and acupuncture to no avail, but her massage is relieving the pain and giving me my mobility back.”

🧑‍⚕️ skilled, knowledgeable practitioner 4 mentions

“I'm delighted to have experienced bodywork with Thais, especially during a stressful time.”

🗣️ explains the process 3 mentions

“I personally love learning from people who do bodywork on me as they can explain what's going on with my body.”

🌿 gentle & comfortable 16 mentions

“My experience of massage with Thais has been a well balanced blend of deeply relaxing/meditative as well as precisely pinpointed and direct.”

🏃 great for athletes / recovery 2 mentions

“Thais has had extensive training in several techniques & incorporates them to help people go about their day.”

👋 welcoming to first-timers 2 mentions

“I have had massages other places where I feel judged but definitely not here, Chaya is so welcoming and non judgmental.”

From the reviews

My experience of massage with Thais has been a well balanced blend of deeply relaxing/meditative as well as precisely pinpointed and direct. Though I love all forms of relaxing bodywork, I NEED certain things to be worked with in a therapeutic way that truly heals repetitive stress and addresses some old injuries when…

★★★★★ — Kimba, Aug 2025

The best place to get a massage in the Bay Area! Chaya finds all the spots that need to be worked out and does an amazing job! I have been getting massages from her for years. She makes you feel so comfortable and relaxed.

★★★★★ — Heather, Jun 2025

Thais is truly magical in what she does! Her skills are not only rooted in deep understanding but intuition of the body. She holds a safe container where I can allow my body to relax, feel and release in ways I am unable to do on my own. Her myofascial work is also outstanding.

★★★★★ — Amita, Aug 2025

I'm delighted to have experienced bodywork with Thais, especially during a stressful time. Her grounded, calm presence and careful attention to her work allowed me to completely relax and let go. I'm a seasoned receiver of bodywork and have a few complexities in my body that many therapists don't know how to work with.

★★★★★ — Carolyn, Oct 2023

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about cupping and the provider's care. Read all 37 reviews →

What to expect from your first cupping session

New to cupping? Here's the short version. What happens: the practitioner places cups on the skin — most often the back, shoulders, or legs — and creates suction (with a pump, or briefly with a flame for fire cupping). Cups either stay put for a few minutes (dry cupping) or are glided over oiled skin (massage cupping). A session is usually 15–45 minutes, often added to a massage or acupuncture visit. The marks: cupping leaves round, bruise-like circles that are normal and usually fade in a few days to a couple of weeks — they're discoloration from the suction, not an injury, and shouldn't really hurt. What to wear: comfortable clothing that gives access to the area being treated. Afterward: drink water, keep the area warm, and skip intense sun or a hot sauna right after.

Cupping isn't for everyone — if you're on blood thinners, pregnant, or have a skin condition or bleeding disorder, check with your doctor first, and always tell your practitioner about health concerns before a session. This page is directory information, not medical advice.

Where to find Bay Trail Massage and Healing Arts

501 Kearney St, El Cerrito, CA94530

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