Are you dealing with knots that ordinary massage therapists struggle to work with? Looking for someone with the knowledge to help? My name is Noe, and I have an intuitive knack for finding knots and applying precise, careful pressure.
Creekside Wellness Collective — 1209 Parkway, Austin, TX 78703
Don’t underestimate the value of a longer session. If you’re physically active, I recommend a 75-minute massage. I offer relaxation-focused massage as well as sports and trigger point work. Choose the approach and session length that fit what you need.
One or two trouble spots. Direct, focused work when you have limited time.
Book NowSeveral areas that need attention, with more time to work through each one.
Book NowA full-body session or concentrated work on persistent tension. A solid starting point.
Book NowFull-body work, plus extra time for the knots that need a closer look.
Book NowA thorough session with room to stay with stubborn areas instead of rushing on.
Book NowTwo hours for detailed full-body work. Time to be methodical and give problem areas sustained attention.
Book NowI approach massage as a form of precise assisted stretching, using my hands to work with muscles that feel tight from daily activity or training. Picture this: every time you walk, lift, or exercise, your muscles contract. Massage and stretching offer ways to work with the tension you feel. Your ordinary stretches are valuable, but sometimes you need someone to work directly with the areas you’re struggling to reach. That’s where massage therapy comes in.
Lighter, flowing work across the body. Choose it when you want to settle down, ease general tension, and give yourself a break. A good introduction to massage.
Slower, deliberate work with deeper muscle tissue. Useful when tension needs more sustained attention. The pressure is adjusted to what you can comfortably work with.
Focused pressure on particular sensitive spots, often called knots, that may be associated with pain, stiffness, or restricted movement. We spend time on the specific areas bothering you.
My background in philosophy led me to questions about how we live and understand ourselves. Following those questions brought me to the body—and to massage therapy.
I graduated from the Lauterstein Massage School in Austin, Texas, and became a Licensed Massage Therapist. I spent three and a half years working at a local massage establishment, with 2,000 hours of hands-on work. That experience taught me to pay close attention to what I feel under my hands and how each person responds.
Alongside that professional work, I’ve practiced self-massage for years. It has dramatically improved my quality of life, and it’s part of how I take care of myself every day.
I use my hands to find the places that have had too much tension and too little movement. I work with foam rollers and tennis balls, too. Sometimes a spot needs a little attention; sometimes I have to slow down and spend time with it. There’s real satisfaction in working on your own body and feeling some relief from a gnarly knot.
You can develop that skill, too.
That’s what I mean by the mind-body connection: paying attention to what you feel, learning how your body responds, and knowing what to do with that information. In our sessions, I want you to ask questions and understand the work. The more you learn, the more you have to work with between appointments.
Other days and times available on request.
Look for "Noe Cortes, LMT" on the directory outside the building. Free street parking is available nearby.
My goal is for you to get better at taking care of yourself. Learn to notice where tension is building, understand what helps, and develop a routine you’ll actually use. Bring that experience back to our next session. We can build on it.
My hope is that a few sessions a year, over a few years, give you enough experience to “graduate” into a self-care routine you know how to manage. Your needs will determine the pace. The direction is clear: more knowledge, more confidence, and more responsibility for your own care.
I believe that helping people learn to care for their own bodies, one person at a time, can make us better for ourselves and for the people around us. That’s the larger purpose of this work.
Tell me where you’re feeling it and what you want to work on. Choose a session, book your time, and let’s start there.
Book NowWe'll start with a short conversation about your health history, where you're holding tension, and what you're hoping to get out of the session. You'll be fully draped throughout, and I'll check in on pressure as we go.
Undress to whatever level you're comfortable with. You'll be draped at all times except the area actively being worked on — and if you'd rather keep some clothing on, just let me know and I'll adjust the session around that.
Yes — back, shoulders, legs, wherever's bothering you, or a full-body session if you'd rather. We'll talk through it before we start.
Swedish is lighter, flowing work aimed at relaxation and circulation. Deep tissue works through the deeper muscle layers for chronic tension or muscle pain. Trigger point therapy targets specific knots directly. Most sessions end up blending whichever combination fits what you actually need that day.
Come hydrated, wear something comfortable, and if you've just worked out or are sweaty, a quick shower beforehand helps.
Say something in the moment. Adjusting pressure or technique mid-session is completely normal and expected, not an interruption.
Whatever helps you relax. Some clients like to talk through what they're feeling; others prefer silence. It's your hour.
Yes, please tell me beforehand. Most conditions just mean I'll adjust technique or pressure, but in some cases it affects whether a session is appropriate at all — better to know in advance.
Cancellations made at least 24 hours before the appointment are not charged. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours' notice, as well as missed appointments, are charged 50% of the scheduled session price.
Rescheduling is free when requested at least 24 hours before the appointment. Requests made with less than 24 hours' notice may be subject to a fee of 25% of the scheduled session price, depending on the circumstances.
There is no additional late-arrival fee. However, the session may need to be shortened so that it still ends at the originally scheduled time.
A payment card must be kept on file when you book. Payment is due after the appointment has been completed.
Sometimes, depending on availability — but booking a few days ahead is the more reliable way to get the time slot you want.
Yes. Gift certificates are nonrefundable, but they may be transferred to another person before they are redeemed.