Today we’d like to introduce you to Sumana Soonthorn
Hi Sumana, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
Hello I am Sumana Soonthorn AKA Sue, Founder of Siam Bodyworks. Before I became a massage therapist I was a civil engineer by trade in Thailand working on projects internationally. Which I was rewarded with plenty of satisfaction and lessons learned in constructing, designing, and overseeing the creation of bridges and tunnels.
I have been solo backpacking and visited many country because I like to see and learn different culture. I like adventure and streaming activity such as height altitude hiking, paramotoring, etc. When I arrived in the states I decided not to continue the path of engineering because I was looking for something more, freedom and purpose. That’s when I found Andaman Institute of Massage where I became certified as a Massage Therapist in the state of California 2019. From there I worked with many respected and skilled therapists I met along the way to hon and develop the skills required to craft our version of Thai massage. I will be honest, I was not a skilled therapist out of the gate. It took a lot of time and patience from both clients and my seniors with countless hours of practice to develop both the skills and confidence. So then, it was time to embark on my new journey of creating Siam Bodyworks. Our goals are simple to build a brand that our therapists, and myself could be proud of being a part of known for the quality and knowledge of our craft.
Massage is a give and take experience. Therapists learn over time to identify clients’ pain, uncomfortability, or a reluctance in receiving a massage. Some sessions can be a silent battle to gain the trust of the recipient through confident and intentional techniques. This battle may stems PTSD or other past trauma and massage being such an intimate process between people and allowing your body and mind to surrender too your therapist may be too much for some. Achieving this level of trust is where true recovery, healing and at times an excess of emotional weight may be released. Becoming a massage therapist taught me the importance and balance in giving and receiving. Keeping a straightforward approach to improving our massage skills and development of ourselves in many aspects of the body, mind and spirit. It has been a valuable and memorable experience.
Becoming a massage therapist taught me the importance in the balance of giving and receiving. Keeping a straightforward approach to improving our massage skills and development of ourselves in many aspects of the body, mind and spirit. It has been a valuable and memorable experience.
Call for bookings at (619)876-8033
Book online at www.sdsiambodyworks.com
Follow us at SiamBodyworks on Instagram and Facebook
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Challenge is always trying to staying humble and having patience knowing that you can learn from everyone with every interaction. There are lessons every where if we are will to be open to that point of view.
Not being afraid to fail, continual self-pioneering remembering its based off the unknown to push the boundaries of the one’s self experience and knowledge to find the good and bad, the right and the wrong decision for improvement for a more satisfying and fulfilled life.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
I am a certified massage therapist CAMTC, have a NPI and National certification board for therapeutic massage and bodywork approved provider NCBTMB. Specialize in Traditional Thai Massage, Deep Tissue, Swedish, Ashiatsu, Sport Massage, Lymphatic Drainage Massage, Post-Operative Lymphatic Massage (MLD), Prenatal Massage, Reflexology, Scalp Massage, Cupping Therapy, Hot Stone, Thai Herbal Poultice Massage, Kinesiology tape therapy and Trauma(PTSD) Massage. Providing my service at Siam Bodyworks Thai Massage.
Massage is a give and take experience. Therapists learn over time to identify clients’ pain, discomfort, or a reluctance in receiving a massage. Some sessions can be a silent battle to gain the trust of the recipient through confident and intentional techniques. This battle may stem from PTSD or other past trauma and massage being such an intimate process between people and allowing your body and mind to surrender too your therapist may be too much for some. Achieving this level of trust is where true recovery, healing and at times an excess of emotional weight may be released.
We opened our first location in Pacific Beach at 4690 Mission Blvd San Diego, CA 92109 on 11th of Oct. 2022 a block from the Boardwalk and stairway leading to the beach in between Diamond and Emerald St. It is a tiny facility only capable of 3 bookings at a single time, parking is available upon request only, reservation are encouraged and walk-ins are welcomed.
Our Second location in Kearny Mesa at 7841 Balboa Ave Suite 204, San Diego, Ca 92111. We opened 1st of Oct. 2024, in the same office building as Elite Training San Diego and closest cross streets Balboa and Convoy. This location has plenty of parking and 4 tables separated by our 3 named rooms. The names of our four massage tables are the four Brahmaviharas, or sublime states of mind in Buddhism, they are also known as four immeasurables. First room had two tables named “Metta and Karuna” which means Loving-kindness and Compassion Perfect for couples.
Second and Third Room “Mudita” which means Appreciative, “Upekkha” which means Equanimity, versatile rooms good for single session massages or may be converted for a couples experience.
Call for bookings at (619)876-8033
Book online at www.sdsiambodyworks.com
Follow us at SiamBodyworks on Instagram and Facebook
So maybe we end on discussing what matters most to you and why?
That I had said the beginning I was a civil engineer before many year and I shoud to be a massage therapist because I think do what you love first and money will come later. I proud that I can use my skill to helping the people. Becoming a massage therapist taught me the importance and balance in giving and receiving. Keeping a straightforward approach to improving our massage skills and development of ourselves in many aspects of the body, mind and spirit. It has been a valuable and memorable experience.
Siam Bodyworks team, we have been join the event The Great Cut 2024, is a world record charity hair donating benefitting children with medical hair loss, such as cancer, auto immune condition, burn injuries. All the donation from our massage giving to non profit organization for helping children with hair loss.
At Siam Bodyworks clients can meet our massage therapist team with respect massage, safe and professional.
Pricing:
- $85-$95
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.sdsiambodyworks.com
- Instagram: @siambodyworks
- Facebook: Siam Bodyworks Thai Massage
- Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/siam-bodyworks-san-diego-11
Image Credits
Picture of Sumana Soonthorn, Siam Bodyworks office, the great cut even 2024, and Sue with her Clients, Ronaldo Junior : Black belt No Gi world champion, Anthony Orozco : professional MMA fighter, Amanda Brush : No Gi Pan Champ worlds.
