Thai Yoga Massage with Monica

Ever since I learned Shiatsu Massage at NYU in the wake of 9/11, I have been fully invested in the value of physical contact, compression and expansion, for the healing process.  And more recently, after suffering a bout of a serious illness, I have been painstakingly teaching myself natural self-healing techniques through homeopathic and somatic remedies.  I have trained in contact improv, yoga, acro-yoga and many other physical theater forms for the last two decades and I continued to grow my passion for Thai Massage.   I finally decided to receive my training from Lotus Palm, a prestigious school based in Montreal. I have completed three levels of training, including a specialization in Ayurvedic massage.

I love to offer this revitalizing and pleasurable practice!   If you are looking for a luxurious full-body massage and restorative stretch, please let me know. 

My massage practice is LGBTQIA+ friendly. All are welcome on my mat!

Due to COVID-19, please respect safety precautions to keep us all safe. I will only be accepting clients who have not experienced symptoms in the last week. I will wear a mask throughout the session. Please wash your hands, arms and face before we begin. I conduct sessions at my home and can rent a space in Manhattan.

***Discounts for those who have experienced violence at the hands of police. PayWhatYouWish. **

RATES:

1 hr massage: $85

1.5 hr massage: $95

2 hr massage: $125

Package Deal:  Five 90 min. Sessions Card: $425

Additional amenities:

-Guided Meditation: $10

The Origins of Thai Yoga Massage from Lotus Palm

2,500 years ago a dynamic bodywork therapy based upon yoga and Ayurveda practices, appeared in the temples of Thailand. This therapeutic art was directly rooted in the Indian healing traditions of Ayurvedic medicine. The father founder of Thai Yoga Massage, Jivaka Kumarbhaccha was a renowned doctor and yogi, he treated the Buddha, among others. After the Buddha’s death, the earliest Buddhist monks travelled to Southeast Asia and were accompanied by Ayurvedic doctors. These doctors practiced a healing art, that would later evolve into traditional Thai Massage.

In this unique healing system of Thai Yoga Massage, also called Nuad Boran, the practitioner guides the client through a series of yoga postures, while palming and thumbing along the body’s energy (‘Sen’) lines and pressure points. Together these actions result in a comprehensive full body treatment that relieves muscular tension, improves circulation, boosts the immune system and balances the body energetically.

Thai Yoga Massage is performed on a mat on the floor; both client and practitioner are dressed in comfortable clothing allowing ease of movement and flexibility.