EROS & ESSENCE

Discover the Art of Healing & Connection

Bespoke Massage Therapy & Private Couples Instruction

Eros and Essence wellness studio logo featuring a burgundy lotus flower with gold accents Tarzana California

Have you ever felt your body and soul whispering for something deeper — a transformation that touches the very essence of who you are?

My journey began over 20 years ago, sparked by a love for teaching and healing through the art of massage. I spent more than a decade as a university educator — serving as Department Chair at Keiser University and Director of Education at Southern California Health Institute — training hundreds of licensed therapists and learning everything there is to know about what the human body holds and how to release it.

But something kept calling me back to the table. To the one-on-one. To the person in front of me who needed more than a curriculum could offer.

That calling became Eros & Essence — a private sanctuary in Tarzana, California where clinical mastery meets the art of healing connection. A space where your tension, your history, and your healing are met with expertise, intention, and care.

Our mission flows from the heart: to help you reclaim the radiant masterpiece that is your truest self. We weave this vision into reality through our signature offerings:

  • Massage Therapy: Expert, intuitive touch that releases what your body has been quietly carrying — addressing both the seen and the unseen.

  • Couples Massage Courses: A guided journey into the art of intentional touch, deepening the sacred bond between you and your partner.

  • Paramedical Tattooing: Coming Summer 2026 — transforming the stories written on your skin into symbols of resilience and beautiful new beginnings.

You deserve to feel utterly radiant and completely at home within yourself. The canvas awaits — are you ready to begin painting your next chapter?

Jacquelyn Fanno licensed massage therapist and master educator owner of Eros and Essence in Tarzana California

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Our Signature Offerings

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Bespoke Massage Therapy

Your Body Is Whispering. Are You Listening?

Sometimes, our bodies carry stories we didn't know we were writing. We've crafted our massage therapy sessions to help you honor that beautiful, weary vessel and create space for the healing you deserve.

  • Where tension meets tenderness: We dissolve the knots and whispers of stress with personalized techniques that speak directly to what your muscles are yearning for. Every touch is intentional, every moment tailored to you.

  • Relief where you need it most: Struggling with sciatica, thoracic outlet syndrome, or TMJD? Our specialized medical massage sessions target these stubborn trouble spots—so you can finally move, smile, and breathe with ease.

  • Awaken what's been sleeping: Breathe life back into your circulation and kindle the gentle fire of renewed energy, so you can step back into your world feeling truly alive.

  • A sanctuary for your soul: Surrender into our luxuriously soft embrace, where the outside world melts away and you can simply be.

Your body has been holding space for everyone else. Isn't it time to hold space for yourself? Book your transformative massage therapy session today and rediscover what it means to truly come home to yourself...

Instructor guiding two people through professional massage technique during a private couples massage class

Couples Massage Courses

Transform Touch Into a Language of Love

Have you ever felt the longing to truly connect through touch, only to find your hands growing weary after just moments? There's a deeper story waiting to unfold between you and your beloved—one where every caress becomes a masterpiece of care and connection.

Our Date Night Massage Packages are designed to help you and your partner rediscover the joy of intentional touch, creating moments of profound intimacy and relaxation.

  • Deepen your sacred bond: Reconnect on a soul level, sharing laughter and presence while enjoying a guided experience that becomes a gift you give each other, again and again.

  • Discover the art of healing touch: Let us guide you through a relaxing and rejuvenating evening, where you’ll learn simple techniques to release tension and melt away the day’s burdens.

  • Reimagine intimacy together: Step away from ordinary evenings and into a sanctuary of connection—an experience that will weave itself into the beautiful tapestry of your love story.

Are you ready to write a new chapter in the language of touch? Your journey toward deeper connection begins here...

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What Our Clients Are Saying On Google

  • Vladimir Doodle five star client review of Jacquelyn Fanno massage therapist

    Vladimir Doodle

    "If you need strong hands to get deep into the knots on your body, look no further: Jacquelyn has the strength and the knowledge to fix your plight. She has been massaging and teaching massaging for over a decade and it shows in her performance and personality. Do yourself and your body an immense favor and schedule your appointment with Jacquelyn. I heard glowing reviews before meeting her myself, but no testimonials can do her justice. Don't take my word for it, go experience the magic yourself!"

  • Jared and Beth Goldstein five star review of Eros and Essence couples massage course

    Jared & Beth Goldstein

    "My partner and I recently completed the couples massage course with Jacquelyn at Eros & Essence, and we couldn’t be more grateful we did.
    From the very start, Jacquelyn set the tone for an incredibly thoughtful and personalized experience. She kicked things off with a thorough intake call — spending a full hour with us discussing our likes, dislikes, and what we hoped to get out of the program. It was clear right away that this wasn’t a one-size-fits-all course. She genuinely listened and tailored the experience to us as a couple.
    The learning sessions themselves were fantastic. In just a few classes, we walked away with so many techniques that we actually use now. Jacquelyn has a wonderful way of teaching — clear, approachable, and encouraging — making it easy to learn and feel confident practicing on each other.
    Beyond the practical skills, what surprised us most was how much the course brought us closer together. There’s something really special about learning to care for your partner in this way, and Jacquelyn creates a space that makes that possible.
    If you and your partner are looking to deepen your connection and pick up a truly meaningful skill together, I cannot recommend Jacquelyn and Eros & Essence enough. Worth every minute."

  • Close up of deep tissue massage technique applied to upper back during therapeutic massage session

    Manny K

    “Like many my age (39), I have been dealing with chronic back and shoulder pain. I have seen several therapists in search of someone who was not only skilled in massage but, also able to provide the appropriate amount of pressure to help undo the mountain of knots all over my person. When I met Jacquelyn over 5 years ago, I knew she was my forever therapist! I have not seen any CMT since and for good reason! Jacquelyn has helped me manage my frozen shoulder and chronic back pain over the years and has honed her skills working on athletes and professional performers; and it shows! Her hands are the epitome of heaven on earth! Besides being amazing at what she does and personable, she also keeps a clean and relaxing atmosphere at the massage studio at her place. I highly recommend.... NO! Urge you to make an appointment. You won't be disappointed!”

  • KD and C Chalk five star review of couples massage instruction at Eros and Essence

    KD & C. Chalk

    "Learning sensual massage by you, Jacquelyn, was Delicious. Easy. Safe. Grace. Awakening. Exciting. Satisfying. Tickling. I could go on. Thank you for this. It was wonderful."

  • Rosie Vela five star massage therapy client review

    Rosie Vela

    "Last year was a train wreck. Losing a loved one, working long hours during a pandemic and trying to stay afloat took a toll on me-- mentally and physically (especially). It was really difficult to take care of myself. When I finally took the initiative, I called Jacquelyn. She immediately saw and felt the stress on my body. In every session, she released what felt like tense poison out of my muscles. Knots that I didn't even know I had, especially from my back, shoulders and hips. She took the time to relieve my body of extreme tension. She even taught me a few massage tricks I can do at home! I am beyond thankful for her. She really knows how to give legitimate healing massages. She's the ONLY massage therapist I trust. I can't imagine working with anybody else. 5 stars is not enough to give her. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER!!"

Paramedical tattoo artist performing scar camouflage skin restoration procedure in a clinical setting

Reclaim Your Story. Beautifully.

Life leaves its mark on our bodies, but we get to choose how that story is told. We weave together artistry and medical precision to help you embrace your journey and feel completely at home in your skin.

Release the whispers of doubt: We lovingly camouflage scars and restore your natural radiance, returning you to a place of peace and allowing your authentic self to emerge.

Where art meets healing: Rest in our sanctuary—a space that's both clinically pristine and warmly welcoming—while our certified artist pours her heart into every detail of your transformation.

Your renaissance awaits: Experience a profound renewal that has you gazing in the mirror and falling in love with the reflection that greets you.

Ready to write your next chapter? Paramedical tattooing will be available later this year—keep an eye out, because soon you’ll witness the masterpiece we’ll create together...

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

Visit Us at

Tarzana Village Walk

Parking is located inside the village walk area (behind Trader Joe’s) We are located inside Phenix Salon Suites just across Yolanda Ave opposite Anita Gelato

To find Eros & Essence take either the elevator or the stairs to the second floor, we are Suite 206