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Orthopedic techniques
evidence based
trauma informed
"Just a perfect massage and such a helpful [movement] lesson after. Thank you so much!!!" - BE
photo: Natalie Deryn-Johnson
I am a NY and CA state licensed massage therapist with advanced certifications in orthopedic massage and prenatal massage therapy.
My approach as a therapeutic or medical massage therapist (simply meaning massage for specific or medically diagnosed conditions) is as evidence and research based as it is holistic and imaginative. Together we look at the multi-dimensionality of the condition and resulting pain, relating to biological, psychological, and social factors. This work might stay local to the injury, include more of the body or BCST for a holistic approach.

I have danced professionally for a decade and love working with dancers! As a dancer I understand the value and need for targeted orthopedic massage for specific injuries. My experience with and understanding of the physical sensitivity and specific psycho-social layers that are a result of dance training, industry structures, and artistic practices have given me capabilities that translate to my care given to all athletes and people in general. 
Locations:

Park Slope
5th ave & 8th st

Soho

Broadway & Houston


Crown Heights
Nostrand & Empire Blvd

Please specify if you are inquiring about Park Slope or Soho locations

 
60-min session  --- $150
75-min session --- $185
90-min session --- $215
I am happy to be able to offer discount sessions to those in financial need. Please contact me.

I am very happy to take FSA/HSA and provide superbills for out of network coverage

Conditions I have worked with:
low back pain
cervicalgia (i.e. neck pain)
TOS (i.e. nerve pain in your hands or arms usually resulting from muscles squeezing nerves in or around the shoulder.)
aches or injuries in joints related to trauma or overuse (or anything else!)
TMJD
muscle spasms
frozen shoulder
Charcot-Marie Tooth Syndrome
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Osteoarthritis
Fibromyalgia
End of life/terminal cancer care
whiplash
concussions
chronic pain
(this is a great article on pain science and an illustration of how research is used for our work!)
and many more...
How do I work?
As in life, it's important to be versital in my work. I have worked in PT clinics, sports massage clinics, and ballet schools where efficiency is valued. Still, I find it important to work slowly enough that the nervous system can integrate the information/suggestions I am offering.
I can offer 60, 75, or 90 minute sessions tailored to your needs. I value deep listening to the feel of the tissues with the ability to apply very deep pressure or effective light pressure. 
I work to integrate massage and BCST. Many injuries, such as concussions and post-concussion syndrome or high-stress disorders, are better addressed with BCST and can be integrated into any massage session. For example, a client who wants deeper, targeted work on their shoulders and neck but has a lot of anxiety and insomnia can get targeted work first and then be able to integrate as we transition into lighter touch and stillness at their cranium with BCST. 
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