We are a team of highly skilled New York State Licensed Therapists, Certified in Prenatal Massage. Commited to understanding the nature of holistic medicine, we hold the firm belief that a better feeling body produces a better feeling mind. Our practice stems from the desire to provide the nurturing touch that helps people unwind and heal.
The Massage Williamsburg Difference
We take the time to sit and talk with our clients, working hard to understand and address your needs, providing excellent therapeutic care in a professional setting. Our therapists are warm, friendly and knowledgable, and always happy to take the time to demonstrate stretches and techniques that you can take home with you, so you’ll get the most out of your session.
I love this job! I get to be the best part of my clients day, every day! Rachel Beider – Owner and Therapist
Rachel Beider is the proud owner of Massage Williamsburg, as well as a Licensed Massage Therapist and Professional Doula. Rachel started the small business with the hopes of combining a medical based massage practice with the relaxing environment of a healing space. Her motto is “Delicious Pain, Not Scary Pain”. She first studied massage in Thailand on a trip through India and Southeast Asia, becoming certified in Thai Massage at the famous WatPo School in Bangkok. Later she continued her education at the Swedish Institute, before becoming a Licensed Massage Therapist. She has worked at Jena Wellness Center, Edamame Spa, an UES Surgeon’s Office, and for a physical therapist. She has continued her education, becoming a member of the American Massage Therapy Association, certified in Prenatal Massage, and most recently has taken the ALACE training to become a Professional Doula. She lives in Brooklyn, with her dog, Winston and her cat, George.
Robert specializes in the use of pressure points and swedish massage to address tension in the back, neck, and shoulders. A graduate of the Swedish Institute and Ohio Wesleyan University, Robert has worked with the Martha Graham dance company, New York City Triathlon, Saint Vincent’s Cancer Center and Mount Sinai hospital. Prior to joining Massage Williamsburg, Robert worked as a staff therapist for Aveda Spa and at a physical therapy practice in Manhattan. He is licensed in New York, a member of the American Massage Therapy Association, and certified in Reiki.
Nichole is happy to be a part of Massage Williamsburg. She is a graduate of the Swedish Institute and Hunter College where she earned her B.A. in Dance. She is also certified in Pre and Perinatal massage, and is a New York State Licensed member of the American Massage Therapy Association. She enjoys working with all populations, and is committed to using her kinesthetic knowledge to help clients achieve better functionality in their daily lives. With each treatment, she is delighted to be able to help clients work towards a state of well being. Nichole is currently working on a Pilates Certification at the Kane School of Core Integration and her M.F.A. in Digital Art at Pratt Institute.
Alison is a Swedish Institute graduate, who first discovered massage through theater. Massage was a necessary part of warm up for certain classes, and it was in those classes at NYU that she realized massage was something she could do. After acquiring a BFA from NYU Alison enrolled in the Swedish Institute and has been in love with the healing arts ever since. Since graduating from school, she has worked in numerous locations, including fitness centers, chiropractors’ offices and the exclusive Gansevoort Hotel Spa. Alison is also certified in prenatal massage therapy. She is now bringing her love of massage, healthcare and service to Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
Joe is a New York State/NCBTMB Licensed Massage Therapist and ARCB Certified Reflexologist, who’s been in practice for over 9 years. Joe hails from NYC’s exclusive Yelo Spa. He is a graduate of the Swedish Institute and has studied with Wendy Coad through the Open Center. He also offers Reiki and Shiatsu and is learning to incorporate positional release techniques into his bodywork. His sessions are deeply relaxing, nurturing and therapeutic.
Tiffany is New York State licensed and Swedish Institute trained with over 2 years of experience working as an LMT and Reflexologist in NYC. Being a native New Yorker, Tiffany understands the anxiety caused by living in a bustling, fast-paced city and believes that informed touch is the perfect way to counteract the havoc that prolonged stress wreaks on the mind and body. Tiffany decided to become a massage therapist when she realized that her 11 year career as a graphic/production designer wasn’t actually a career-it was merely a job. It was her first massage in the Caribbean that blew her mind, and inspired her to follow a similar path. Tiffany has worked in several massage settings, most recently at Yelo Spa in Manhattan. Tiffany helps others by enabling them to manage their pain, stress, and over-all well-being. Her journey has brought her to Massage Williamsburg, where she is truly blessed to be able to use her skills to improve the world, one body at a time.
Jen is a New York City-based Licensed Massage Therapist and registered member of the American Massage Therapy Association. Her sessions are therapeutic in nature and are always custom tailored to address each client’s individual needs. Jen uses a mix of Swedish techniques, Deep Tissue Massage and Myofacial Release Technique in her work and also incorporates stretches and breathing exercises to create an experience that is relaxing and effective. She likes to feel that she is sculpting the body into its most comfortable position by releasing adheasions and trigger points within muscles, promoting optimal circulation, and allowing the skeletal structure to balance with ease. Jen enjoys offering Prenatal Massage and has training in pre and post-natal fitness and health through Healthy Moms Inc. She received her degree from Swedish Institute and a BFA in Dance from the University of Michigan, and has danced and choreographed professionally in New York City for seven years. Her background as a dancer and her passion for yoga provide her with valuable insight into postural analysis, body mechanics and useful stretches and strengthening exercises. Jen’s philosophy on body work is to improve and maintain health by listening to the body and deepening the mind-body connection.
Elena has been practicing as a licensed massage therapist for five years. She holds an Associate in Applied Science in Massage Therapy from Queensborough Community College and a B.A. in Creative Writing from Hunter College. She is nationally certified in Prenatal Massage. Elena has worked in luxury hotels, such as the exclusive Gansevoort Spa, fitness centers, and medical offices, and her clients have run the gamut from major league baseball players to women pregnant with twins. She believes massage therapy can support the body through the rigors of athletic conditioning and pregnancy, as well as relieve the stress and repetitive strain of everyday life. Elena brings a compassionate and nurturing touch to her therapeutic massage; her goal in being a massage therapist is to relieve some of the pain of this world.
Joelle is a native New Yorker and graduate of the New York College of Health Professions. She is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association, and recently received a certification from the Thai Massage School in Chiang Mai. Joelle is currently studying Oriental Medicine at the Pacific College, and is slowly incorporating her studies into her practice. With a passion for orthopedics and neuromuscular therapy, she continues to expand her knowledge and grow as a practitioner. Some of her modalities include trigger point therapy, deep tissue massage, and Swedish massage, and she regularly incorporates stretching techniques in her treatments. She applies an individualized approach to all her treatments, based on the patients specific imbalances. Joelle provides not only a therapeutic massage but is highly dedicated to being a part of the healing process and helping her patients achieve relaxation, and balance.
Amanda is a graduate of the Swedish Institute. She believes that each body tells a story, and attends to the verbal and non-verbal cues that reveal. Combining an Eastern and Western understanding of the body, she works very thoughtfully and thoroughly. She has a BA in Dance and business minor from DeSales University, and is a certified Hypnotist. An avid yogi as well, she utilizes her heightened kinesthetic awareness to guide her clients toward a deeper understanding of posture and movement, and how this relates to their overall well-being and comfort in their own bodies. Amanda is equally proud and grateful to be a part of Massage Williamsburg.
Emily is a graduate of the Swedish Institute and a TOLABOR-trained birth doula. She especially loves working with clients coming in for their first massage. Her goal is to always to help her clients feel more at home in their own bodies and to create an atmosphere of deep relaxation and comfort for the session. Emily has worked with ER staff at Mt. Sinai hospital, student athletes at NYU, and residents of the American Cancer Society Hope Lodge. She is excited to bring her love for bodywork to Massage Williamsburg.
Jacki’s massage career began informally at a very young age, when she would massage the ALS-related aches out of her grandmother’s hands and legs in exchange for a seat on Grandma’s lap during “Jeopardy”. Little did Jacki know that years later, she would combine her need to learn how everything works with her desire to care for others by studying massage. After graduating from SUNY Orange with an A.A.S. Degree in Massage Therapy and receiving her NY State license in 2004, Jacki worked as a spa therapist, most recently at Great Jones Spa in Manhattan. She has also worked with various charitable organizations, volunteering her time and skills to provide massage to people who would not be able to access such therapy. Jacki has developed her massage therapy skills over the last 7 years by working on a widely varied population, including athletes, expectant mothers, the elderly, and cancer battlers and survivors. As a runner and skater, Jacki knows the value of keeping the body in excellent working order. She combines modalities including Swedish, deep tissue, trigger point therapy and stretching in an empathetic and compassionate way, with the goal of increasing the client’s holistic wellness with every session.
Edwin‘s greatest reward is helping people live healthier lives. He pursues this passion through his work as a New York State Licensed Massage Therapist and Certified Holistic Health Coach. A native New Yorker and NYU graduate, Edwin found his gift for Massage Therapy when he attended the acclaimed Swedish Institute. Following his graduation, he embarked on a career in which he has worked with thousands of clients in spa, fitness, corporate, and medical settings throughout the Tri-State area, including popular Bliss Spa in Soho. His clients benefit from the various modalities he has studied, including Swedish, Shiatsu, Reflexology, Reiki, Cranio-Sacral, Deep Tissue, Pre-Natal, and Sports. Edwin prides himself on listening, being thorough, and tailoring his work to each individual’s needs. He is grateful and excited to share his talents at Massage Williamsburg.
