Experienced Knowledge

Based in Palm Springs, CA, Mike brings to you a level of expertise rarely found with massage therapists. He is a Certified Massage Therapist as well as a Retired Registered Nurse with 40 years of holistic healthcare and wellness delivery.   

Mike has been serving residents and guests of Southern California for 10 years, At 6'3" Mike brings to you the strength of a bear, but the intuition to apply the perfect pressure needed by your body.

A Therapist Who Cares

Mike incorporates a range of therapeutic techniques — including Swedish, Deep Tissue, Lomi Lomi, Reflexology, and Thai massage — to deliver a customized experience tailored to each client’s individual needs. With a strong emphasis on holistic wellness, he brings a calm, supportive presence to every session and is dedicated to helping individuals achieve their full potential.

Mike is deeply committed to creating an inclusive, respectful, and judgment-free environment, and is honored to serve clients across the spectrum of gender identity and sexual orientation, including those who identify as gay, straight, transgender, queer, and non-binary.

Associations

Mike is a member of the:

Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP)  www.abmp.com

American Holistic Health Association (AHHA) ahha.org 

At DaddyBear Bodywork your session is tailored just for the needs of your body. Mike uses a combination of popular massage modalities and perfect pressure to address your aches and pains. He guarantees the very best in quality, technique, and professionalism.

  • All full body treatments are performed on a professional massage table, never on a bed (Except DaddyBear Stretch)

  • He uses Lotus Touch Multi-Purpose Massage Cream rather than oils, which leaves the skin hydrated and silky, not oily. No need to shower immediately, nor worry about staining your clothes or sheets

  • Draping is provided to client's level of comfort

  • He believes that every person should experience bodywork without fear or judgement. His services are a safe environment for male, female, trans, non-binary, and sexual abuse survivors, respecting any boundary requests without interrogation, judgement, or shaming