Massage Therapy - Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute
Massage Therapy • Irvine, CA • Since 2001
About
Summary: - Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute (SSIHI) is an Irvine-based educational and clinical institute focused on integrative health, combining conventional and complementary therapies with evidence-based care. - Mission includes rigorous research, education for health professionals, patient-centered clinical care, and community wellbeing initiatives to promote whole-person health. - Key details: Founded 2001; headquarters in Irvine, CA; operates multiple California offices (Irvine, Laguna Hills, Yorba Linda, Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, etc.). Email ssihi@hs.uci.edu; phone 949-824-7000. - Focus areas relevant to Massage Therapy: integrative, evidence-based modalities that complement standard medical care, supported by education and clinical services. SSIHI emphasizes team-based care and individualized treatment, which may include hands-on therapies as part of integrative plans. Note: The page describes the institute's overall mission and services rather than listing specific massage therapy offerings. For exact massage therapy services at Irvine location, contact SSIHI directly or visit their official site.
Clinic Type
Massage Therapy
Address
856 Health Sciences Road, Irvine, CA 92617, US
Phone
949.824.7000
nallan1@hs.uci.edu
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
Your visit may be subject to copay and deductible. Please contact us for more information.
Languages Spoken
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Various third-party review platforms: 3.2 out of 5 stars (aggregated across reviews) (37 reviews (as of reporting period))
Patients praise
- High praise for the clinical skills and professionalism of specific massage therapists
- Effective relief for chronic pain, stress, and specific medical conditions (e.g., hip pain, recovery from cancer treatment)
- Appreciation for the personalized, whole-person approach to integrative care
- Wide range of specialized massage modalities offered (e.g., oncology, lymphatic drainage, neuromuscular)
Common complaints
- Concerns regarding high costs and billing practices
- Reports of difficulty getting clear information about out-of-pocket expenses before appointments
- Occasional negative experiences with administrative or support staff courtesy
- Some patients felt specific medical appointments provided little value for the cost
"Shawn is the best massage therapist I have come across in the socal area, I myself am a massage therapist so I am pretty critical, he is very knowledgeable and professional and is an expert in all things nervous system related... highly recommended"
— LocalityBiz review"BEWARE! I had an appointment for 1 hour with a non-doctor nutritionist and was charged $845! I called before my appointment and asked how much it would cost - the UCI employee refused to tell me and said I have to figure it out myself!"
— Birdeye review (referencing general institute services)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
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