Phaedra, NYC 5/14/14

Catherine is simply the most amazing bodyworker/massage/neuromuscular therapist I've ever visited! I have gone to her numerous times over the years, almost always with a serious issue such as severe neck pain, debilitating back pain or relentless migraines. Time and time again I have come away from a session with her feeling completely relieved and relaxed, with no trace of pain lingering. One time I had migraines for a week that wouldn't go away - a one hour session with her fixed me completely and the migraines didn't come back for weeks. I have not used painkillers in years thanks to Catherine!
Catherine's combination of Neurokinetic Therapy (NKT) with relaxing massage and muscle revivals is incredibly effective and I have not been able to find this level of care anywhere in NYC. I visit her on a regular basis and I look forward to my visits with her. She is excellent at reading my body and understanding where attention is required. She has located the most bizarre tender spots that required release, and upon their release I felt the source of my pain ease up, even if it was in an entirely different location. She has also 'retrained' my muscles via NKT and neuromuscular therapy to cooperate and work together the way they should, and to break them out of their incorrect patterns - I like to think of it as a muscular realignment. This has worked wonderfully for me and has improved my sitting and standing postures, as well as my running style. I have also indulged myself with Catherine's reflexology skills and found this to be incredibly relaxing and relieving as well. The one thing I have not been able to indulge myself in are Catherine's teaching skills - I would love to be able to have the time to attend some of her classes, if only to become a bit of a therapist for my own self, and for my family!

 

Lisa, NYC  4/1/2016

I've gone to Catherine a number of times, and over the past 8 or so years.  I trust her completely.  Catherine has a special gift of making you understand that she is very in tune with each of her patients.  She works with you and your body to figure out what it needs, and then provides a personalized massage to address your issues.
I always like to tell folks about one particular session I had with Catherine, where I had had debilitating neck pain for the two weeks prior. (I'm sure it was also no coincidence that at that time in my life I was experiencing an incredible amount of stress due to job insecurity combined with very long work hours.)  I had seen a number specialists, masseuses, had acupuncture and was even prescribed percoset for the pain (took just 1/2 a pill and got very sick).  I finally realized after all that and nothing helping me...'why don't I just make an appointment with Catherine?!"
As I lay on her table, she began pressing on various points in my neck.  At one point during the session, and without any warning (this was as much a surprise to me as to Catherine) I burst out crying very strongly...not due to any pain, but due to some type of a 'release'.  I knew enough to just go with it...let it all out...and then we resumed with the session.  At the end when I got up from the table, I would say that at least 60% of my mobility had returned...from just that one session with Catherine, and this after my being in debilitating pain for two weeks.

Victoria, UK  3/15/2019       

I've been keeping this hidden gem to myself for more than two years now, but as I'm sadly leaving NYC I feel it's time to share Catherine's talents with the Yelp world!
Catherine has been treating me for Myofascial pain on a weekly basis, and her magic hands have genuinely been a lifesaver to me. She takes the time each week to listen to how you have been, what's bothering you and tailors her treatment to you.  Every week I leave feeling like a new person- I wish I could go every day!
Whether it's therapeutic treatment you're looking for or simply a relaxing massage, you are in safe hands with Catherine (I send my husband to her occasionally for a relaxing treat!)
Can't recommend this kind, funny and highly skilled professional highly enough- so do yourself a favor and head up town for some treatment, believe me you'll be glad you did!