Pauline is a lovely woman and is very experienced. However, one MUSTKNOW before scheduling an appointment with her that her primary focus is on Myofascial Release. This means that rather than the typical relaxing massage with scented oils etc, she does deep tissue and muscle work with stretching. This is not to be taken lightly! My recommendation: SPEAKUP if it is too much otherwise you will pay for it later. I woke up the next morning with bruises all over my back and in more pain than before. So if you have a high pain tolerance and need extreme deep tssue work done, Pauline is great. But do not expect to relax and feel rejuvinated.