The body remembers what the mind tries to forget.
Market Street, San Francisco, 1992. Performance piece: Job Security — folding the Yellow Pages, one page at a time, into 'Products from Meditation.' The work that preceded this one.
My path to bodywork has been anything but straight — and I mean that in every sense.
Massage found me in the 1990s, before twenty years of fine art, sculpture, and teaching. Retirement came in 2021, and then the pandemic drew me back to what I'd always known: that the body holds more wisdom than we give it credit for.
I'm especially drawn to those who have felt unseen — veterans navigating the long aftermath of service, trans and gender-diverse people seeking a space where their body is met without assumption, and the tech workers of this city whose minds are endlessly demanded of, and whose bodies quietly wait to be remembered.
Whatever brings you here, the goal is the same: to feel at home in yourself.
Every session begins with listening.
You are welcome to explore my life in art and education at studioc2.squarespace.com
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I believe that suffering is optional.
The techniques I engage with are meant to be pain free for my clients, while still targeting chronic tension in muscles that lie far below the body's surface. Deep muscle techniques involve slow strokes, direct pressure or friction movements that go across the muscle grain.
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During myofascial release therapy, the therapist applies light pressure by hand to find myofascial areas that feel stiff instead of elastic and movable. These stiff areas, or trigger points, are thought to limit muscle and joint movements, which can play a part in widespread muscle pain.
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In 1992, I set up a desk on Market Street at Post and began folding every page of the San Francisco Yelow Pages — A through L — into origami-style forms I called 'Products from Meditation.' The piece was titled Job Security’.
It was an exploration of labour, presence, and meaning-making — themes that, decades later, stil shape how I approach bodywork.
See the full archive and past press at studioc2.squarespace.com
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IQ: What types of massage does Professional Human MT offer?
Gregory Roberts CMT offers a personalised blend of Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Lymphatic Detox, and Deep Foot Therapy — all tailored to your body's specific needs during each session.
Q: Where are you located in San Francisco?
The main office is at 862 Folsom Street, 3rd Floor, in San Francisco's SoMa (South of Market) district, open Tuesday through Saturday, 10AM–6PM. On Thursdays and Fridays, sessions are also available at Celtica Welness Sanctuary. Monday in-home visits are available by appointment.
Q: What makes Professional Human MT different from other massage therapists
At Professional human Every session is an immersive, full-sensory experience — not just a massage. The treatment room features a heated massage table, red light therapy (clinically shown to reduce inflammation and support cellular healing), and an integrated acoustic sound system to help your nervous system deeply downshift. Most sessions include complimentary hot stones, warm towels, and premium CBD/CBG balms at no extra charge.
Q: Do you offer massage for veterans?
Yes. Professional Human MT has a dedicated Veterans Massage Program for those who have served. Please visit the Veterans Massage Program page for details on eligibility and how to book.
Q: What is red light therapy and why is it included?
Red light therapy uses specific wavelengths of light clinically recognised for reducing inflammation, accelerating tissue recovery, and promoting deep cellular healing. It's included as part of the session environment — not as a separate upsell— because it genuinely enhances the effects of the bodywork.
Q: How do I book an appointment?
You can book online through the 'Book Now' button on any page of this site, which links to the secure scheduling system. You can also cal or text 415-504-2507, or email gregory@phmassage.me. Same-week appointments are often available.
Q: What should I expect during my first session?
Your first session begins with a brief intake conversation so Gregory can understand your goals, history, and any areas of concern. The session is fully customised based on what your body needs that day. You'l leave on a heated table, wrapped in warm towels, with the room filed with therapeutic sound and soft red light.
