I am a senior oncology massage therapist at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City.
In my private practice I offer mindfulness based, trauma educated bodywork for people diagnosed with cancer during all phases of treatment, including survivorship and end of life.
I am a member of the Society For Oncology Massage, the International Association of Healthcare Practitioners, and the American Massage Therapy Association,
I studied at the Swedish Institute and became a New York State Licensed Massage Therapist in 2008. My work integrates Swedish massage, Craniosacral Therapy, Reiki, Reflexology, and Somatic Experiencing in which I hold a certificate.
I also have extensive training in oncology massage, including Massage for the Cancer Patient level I and II through Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, and Hospital-Based Massage Therapy for Seriously Ill Patients through Mount Sinai’s Hertzberg Palliative Care Institute.
I completed the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Teacher Training Level 1 at the Mindfulness Center at Brown University in 2021.I believe life is a mystery to be present to, explore, learn to trust,
and enjoy. I do not see a human being as a machine. Therefore, I do
not consider myself a fixer but rather a mystery walking companion. I
use my knowledge and abilities to create the best possible conditions to
bring about healing. I approach my work with respect and compassion.