Tanisha Massenberg: Restoring the Body, Reclaiming the Spirit Through Deeply Rooted Massage

Wellness shouldn’t feel out of reach, out of touch, or out of context. For Tanisha Massenberg, it’s personal. As the founder of Deeply Rooted Massage, she’s not just offering massage therapy—she’s creating sacred, accessible experiences rooted in faith, self-care, and purpose. Her journey is one many Black women will recognize: doing what you have to do until you can do what you were called to do.

Tanisha’s calling was shaped early.

Watching her mother build a business after retiring from the military planted a seed. That early model of independence and ownership stayed with her. Later, as an adult, Tanisha realized the truth many entrepreneurs come to: she could earn more—and live more—working for herself. That was the moment the business became a non-negotiable.

But the road wasn’t smooth.

“My biggest challenge when starting my business was overcoming depression,” Tanisha said. “To be productive, to have faith in myself, and to build something meaningful, I had to work through emotional and mental weight.”

She leaned on God. She sought therapy. She got intentional about her healing. Sermons, podcasts, a good church home, and a faithful pastor became part of her survival plan. Her son and her dog became emotional anchors. And all of it—the therapy, the prayer, the quiet rebuilding—laid the groundwork for her business.

Massage. Meaning. Moments.

Tanisha didn’t just bring skills to the table—she brought insight. Her background in sales and customer service gave her the confidence to communicate clearly, sell with purpose, and build loyalty with her clients. Those aren’t just soft skills—they’re business tools.

But what really sets her apart is her signature approach. “I offer decorations with my massage services,” she explained. “I started with a balloon garland side hustle. Then I incorporated that into my massage setups for birthdays, spa parties, and romantic events.”

She didn’t just add balloons. She created moments. Instagram-ready, memory-making moments that elevate her services beyond the expected.

Balance and Boundaries

Running a business takes energy, but Tanisha’s found a rhythm that works. She rests. She batches her content. She keeps her supplies stocked. She acknowledges the difference between working in her business and working on it.

It’s not about perfection—it’s about preparation. And that preparation allows her to show up for her clients and her family in a way that’s sustainable.

What’s Next? Growth with Intention.

In the next five years, Tanisha wants more. Not just more clients, but more reach. More therapists. More visibility. A physical spa space. Events centered on self-care. And a team serving clients across DFW, Austin, San Antonio, and Houston.

But her dream isn’t just to expand. It’s to teach.

“I want to help other massage therapists transition out of the spa system and start their own practice,” she said. Her goal is to influence the industry by showing others what’s possible when you center your faith, your freedom, and your worth.

Being a Black Woman in Business

Tanisha doesn’t sugarcoat her why.

“For lack of better words, I didn’t want to help the white man get richer while I struggled to survive,” she said. “It’s my God-given purpose to thrive so I can show other women—especially Black women—that we can build a soft life doing what we love.”

Her business isn’t just service-based. It’s principle-based. She believes Black women deserve peace, profit, and purpose—and she built her company around that truth.

Hard Lessons, Real Talk

Her biggest business lesson? Visibility is non-negotiable.

“Content, content, content. Promote, promote, promote,” she said. “There’s no way around posting and promoting yourself daily. You can’t be shy about it.”

Social media isn’t just a platform. It’s a pipeline. A way to build trust, attract your tribe, and stay in control of your narrative.

Her Message to Other Black Women

Tanisha keeps it simple: “Keep God first. And keep going.”

She reminds us that building something real takes time. That entrepreneurship is a marathon. That success is not just about money—it’s about alignment.

She’s speaking to women who are tired of doing what they’re told just to survive. Women who want to move into spaces that feel good to their spirit. Women ready to create businesses that make room for rest, clarity, and legacy.

This Isn’t Just a Business. It’s a Ministry.

Deeply Rooted Massage is faith in action. It’s a brand born from hardship, held together by vision, and led by a woman who knows her worth.

From her decorative massage setups to her client relationships, everything Tanisha does points back to one thing: you don’t have to choose between survival and peace. You can have both. And she’s proving it, one booking at a time.

Connect with Tanisha Massenberg

Website: https://deeplyrootedmassages.com

Email: tanisha@deeplyrootedmassages.com

Instagram: @deeplyrootedmassage

TikTok: @deeplyrootedmassage