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Patch Readers' Choice: The Healing Tree Wins Best Massage

The Healing Tree received the most comments and user reviews this week.

9 a.m. Friday update — Congratulations to for drawing the most comments and user reviews this week to win the “Readers’ Choice” award for Best Massage in Del Ray and Old Town Alexandria.

The Healing Tree will get a framed “Readers’ Choice” certificate from Patch, plus bragging rights.

finished second. 

Stay tuned for our next “Readers' Choice” poll coming up Monday—Best Mother’s Day Brunch. Voting will begin at 5 a.m.

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10:35 a.m. Tuesday update — There appears to be an issue with the poll this week, so we're closing it and will be determining the winner based on customers' comments left on this article page, as well as ratings and reviews on the nominees' Patch directory listings pages left by customers of the business listed.

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Life can be stressful in the Washington, D.C. region, so it's always nice to have places to relax and be pampered.

Thankfully, Del Ray and Old Town have plenty of options when it comes to getting a massage for reasons of physical health or just simple relaxation.

Share your favorite place to get a massage in Del Ray and Old Town with other Patch readers. If you think we’ve missed one, add it in the comments and we'll count your suggestion as a vote (and no, your significant other doesn't count).

Don't forget to vote in the poll below and click on the links above to rate the business and leave a review. Tell us why it's your favorite: Authenticity, friendly atmosphere, easy parking, reasonable prices?

What will the winner get? Bragging rights! They'll be able to tell everyone they were voted an "Alexandria Patch Readers' Choice." 

Patch editors will determine the winner, based on a combination of votes, comments and reviews (with the latter weighed more heavily in the outcome).

Alexandria business owners: Chances are, you already have a business listing on Patch. Learn how to claim your business listing. Can't find your listing? Email Jake at jake.vanwoerkom@patch.com to let him know.

Dana Damico April 23, 2012 at 05:12 pm
As far as I'm concerned, there's no one better for a deep tissue, sports massage than Michael Nicotra at Vital. If you want easy and relaxing, this isn't necessarily it (though I'm sure he can do that too). His massages are perfect, though, to relieve chronic pain, misalignment and sports injuries.
Tom Sabo April 23, 2012 at 07:09 pm
Enthusiastic agree with Dana above - Michael is an incredible therapist. Not easy/relaxing, but guaranteed to help relieve your problems.
BPBEACH April 24, 2012 at 02:38 am
The Healing Tree offers a wide variety of massage techniques. Mary Ellen is my go-to for a massage that leaves me relaxed and unkinked (is that even a word???)
Deb Kuth April 24, 2012 at 12:17 pm
Alexandria Myotherapy is exceptional from the treatment to the therapists! They are all gifted therapists who can tune into your body and its needs--every visit will yield fabulous results well after your appointment. I'm so thankful to have found you guys! A must!!
Tessa Marino April 24, 2012 at 04:08 pm
Alternative Health Associates is my favorite massage place! Warm and professional staff with amazing services, which promote healing. They get my vote!
Catherine Foltz April 24, 2012 at 10:14 pm
Alexandria Myotherapy is the best. Dina's folks are so knowledgeable about neck injuries that i really can relax while they heal the muscles of my neck and shoulders. I am grateful that I can have so much confidence in them!
VITO JOHN GERMINARIO April 25, 2012 at 02:37 pm
I HAVE BEEN A LOYAL CLIENT OF THE HEALING TREE SINCE IT OPENED, ALMOST 10 YEARS AGO. I SEE MARYELLEN THORP EVERY MONDAY EVENING FOR A 90 MINUTE MASSAGE. I TRAVEL EXTENSIVELY. WHEN POSSIBLE, I SCHEDULE MY TRIPS SO AS NOT TO MISS MY MONDAY NIGHT APPOINTMENTS. MARYELLEN AND HER TEAM ARE SIMPLY TOP SHELF. I WOULDN'T EVEN CONSIDER GOING ANYWHERE ELSE.
Chuck Brouse April 25, 2012 at 03:28 pm
I started massage therapy at The Healing Tree several years ago when I was undergoing some health issues. Of the several massage centers I have visited in my life I have found the Healing Tree to be the best. I consistently get great massages and the atmosphere is always comfortable and positive. After moving outside the city, I still go to the Healing Tree because I am so happy there and have created lasting relationships with several practitioners that have helped me in a multitude of ways. I would recommend the Healing Tree to anyone!
Ann Arnold April 25, 2012 at 07:54 pm
In my opinion, The Healing Tree is the best place to go for a massage. I tried several places before finding The Healing Tree and I feel I have found a "home". The staff is wonderful, the locations perfect, and the ambiance soothing and restful. My therapist, MaryEllen Thorp and the others I have worked with have helped me immeasurably with my health issues. I look forward to my weekly massage and schedule my week around those appointments. I highly recommend The Healing Tree.

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