Pain is protective.
Pain is real, and it is not always a simple measure of damage. That calls for attention, context, and care—not fear.
Licensed Massage Therapist · Saratoga Springs, Utah
Meet Julio Trejo.
Thoughtful bodywork for people who want to move more comfortably, settle persistent tension, and feel genuinely cared for.
- Licensed
- Massage Therapist
- 900+
- Hours of foundational training
- Ongoing
- Continuing education
Outside the studio, you will usually find Julio exploring Utah with his family.
Meet your therapist
Care that starts with paying attention.
I became a massage therapist because I wanted to help people feel more capable in their own bodies—not simply relaxed for an hour. My work is especially meaningful when someone has been dealing with familiar pain, chronic tension, or stress that has made everyday movement feel harder than it should.
No two sessions need to look exactly alike. I use massage, focused pressure, stretching, heat, cupping, and other tools when they fit the person in front of me. The goal is always the same: clear communication, useful work, and a session that respects what your body is ready for that day. You can compare the service options before choosing a starting point.
“You should never have to prove how much pressure you can tolerate to receive effective care.”
My philosophy
Pain is real. Your body is not broken.
Pain science has shaped the way I listen, pace a session, and respond to feedback. These four ideas keep the work grounded and practical.
Bodies can become overprotective.
Persistent tension can make movement feel guarded. Useful bodywork respects that response instead of trying to overpower it.
Many factors matter.
Work, training, sleep, stress, previous injuries, and daily habits can all shape what you feel and what helps.
There is more than one path forward.
Massage is one supportive tool. The session should complement—not replace—the medical care, movement, and recovery you need.
My approach
Responsive care, not a memorized routine.
I listen first.
We begin with what you feel, what you want from the session, and anything that has or has not worked before.
I adjust as we go.
Pressure, pace, focus, positioning, and techniques can change throughout the session based on your feedback.
I keep it useful.
You leave with honest observations—not exaggerated promises or pressure to follow a one-size-fits-all plan.
Training & continuing education
Training you can understand—not just certificates on a wall.
Julio completed his foundational massage education at Healing Mountain Massage School and continues to expand his training in therapeutic, sports, integrative, and cupping approaches.
Healing Arts Certificate
900 hours · Therapeutic massage, bodywork & spa therapy
Advanced Integrative Therapies
33 hours · Medically oriented massage coursework
Sports & Rehabilitative Massage
33 hours · Post-event sports and rehabilitative massage
Hydro & Spa Therapy
33 hours · Hydrotherapy and European spa training
Asian Bodywork
56 hours · Japanese Shiatsu and Thai Yoga massage
Orthopedic Cupping
Continuing education · Cupping 101
Beyond the treatment room
Movement matters in Julio’s life, too.
When he is not working with clients, Julio enjoys spending time outside with his wife, Katherin, and their dogs, Gea and Koa. Walking, hiking, biking, and camping are some of the ways they reset and enjoy Utah together.
That active life keeps the work personal: feeling comfortable enough to return to the things you love is not an abstract goal. It is often the part that matters most.
What happens next
A simple path from choosing a session to feeling cared for.
Choose a service and time.
Compare the options and select the service and duration that feel closest to what you need.
Start with a conversation.
Your appointment begins with a short intake about goals, comfort, pressure, and relevant health history.
Receive a responsive session.
The massage is adjusted around your feedback instead of following a fixed routine.
Leave with practical clarity.
We close with simple observations or next steps when they would genuinely be useful.