We’re passionate about one thing… Offering holistic wellness to our community in West Village and Chelsea, NYC.
Rhemedy By Rhed Therapeutic Massage, founded by Judie Rhed, embodies a mission to heal, educate, and elevate through bodywork. Graduating from the prestigious Swedish Institute in NYC in 2005, Judie has pursued extensive continuing education, including Reflexology, Thai Yoga Massage, Reiki, and more. With over 19 years of experience, she has worked with diverse clients ranging from athletes to celebrities, integrating techniques like deep tissue massage, Thai Yoga stretching, and Craniosacral Biodynamics.
Her practice, Rhemedy By Rhed, established in 2007, thrives on providing unique, anticipated service, supported by her background in spa management and display design.
Meet the team she’s hand picked for your care!
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If you find your session unsuitable within the first 15 minutes, please inform us immediatelyto discontinue the session where you will be refunded.
Please note that we are unable to issue refunds for sessions that are completed in full.
Our Experts:
Guillerma M – LMT | WestVillage + Chelsea Collapse
Guillerma aims to help others achieve optimal health in body, mind, spirit, and home. She is client-centered, non-judgmental, and provides a healing presence to assist clients in being part of their own healing process, to better their health, and their lives.
She graduated from the Swedish Institute in NYC in 2004 and has over 21 years of experience as a massage therapist. Her extensive training spans a variety of modalities, including Thai Massage, Eden Energy Medicine, Ayurvedic Massage, Myofascial Release, and Lymphatic Drainage Massage. Her diverse expertise enables her to deeply understand clients’ conditions, address their concerns, and develop thoughtful, personalized treatment plans.
Guillerma’s journey as a yoga teacher began in March 2007, when she earned her 200-hour Hatha Yoga certification at Yoga Vidya Gurukul in Maharashtra, India. In 2012, she completed her 500-hour certification under the guidance of Sondra Loring and Raghunath Cappo in Hudson, NY. She is profoundly grateful to her spiritual teacher, Dhanurdhara Swami, for his steadfast guidance and support.
A lifelong learner, she is currently pursuing interior design at the New York School of Interior Design in NYC. Her goal is to merge her passion for wellness with her love for design to create healing and sacred spaces.
We are happy to welcome Guillerma to our talented roster of therapists.
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Natalia B – LMT | Chelsea + WestVillage Collapse
Graduated from 1,000 hours program at El Nogal College, Bogotá – Colombia in 2014 after a bachelor’s degree in Computer Sciences, Natalia continued her education and experience as DoTerra’s Aromatouch certification and clinical program within the NYC division.
Her passion for wellbeing for clients to feel their best and reach their wellness goals stem from a personal endeavors as a continued strong interest in body mechanics as well as traditional healing practices. She truly enjoys making people feel better.
Natalia’s NYC work experience ranges from chiropractic offices, stretch labs as well as spas combining her skills of several massage modalities including classic Swedish, HotStone, Deep Tissue, PreNatal, LymphaticDrainage and Reflexology.
Outside of massage therapy, she is a passionate mother, baker and world traveler.
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Jasmin A – LMT | Chelsea Collapse
Holistic Manual Therapist incorporating soft tissue pain reduction with energy therapies such as Reiki, Access Bars is a holistic complementary therapy that activates the body’s innate ability to self-heal, Shamanic Healing in conjunction with clinical aromatherapy.
Jasmin believes her life purpose is to serve others and the best way to do so is to heal and give well-being to all clients through manual therapy with gentle relaxing sessions and holistic therapies so that clients can experience a unique and different perspective.
7 years experience as a NY massage therapy with experience in Deep Tissue, Prenatal, lymphatic drainage massage, Reflexology. She has over 6 years experience with Aromatouch Techniques via DoTerra.
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Rasalind LMT + ASCM | WestVillage + Chelsea Collapse
Rasalind is a seasoned massage therapist who graduated from Swedish Institute in NYC since 2003 after her Fitness Specialist certification AFAA/NASM/ACE from National Academy of Sports Medicine since 1984. Prior to that she was a dancer for the renowned Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.
A deeply warm spirit, she has served 20+years as a community liason and spearheaded physical and occupational therapy programs at Adult Day Centers and Special Care Rehabilitation units for the Elderly. Her 13+ years long term commitment to corporate massage therapy practice based in Staten Island has helped hone her assessment, human connection and develop long time treatment programs most beneficial for clients.
Her session can incorporate modalities include lymphatic massage, prenatal, Deep Tissue, Sports, Cupping, Myofacial Release as well as more spa like add-ons of foot and hand care.
“My Intention is to work with people to maintain their healthy lifestyle and to the best that I can to encourage everyone to feel their best!”
Rasalind is a very involved Matriarch of over 20 grandchildren!
NY State Certification #019974American Massage Therapist Association #190964
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Andrew D – LMT | Chelsea Collapse
Andrew graduated from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in 2012 and has delved into the 12+ years experience and education traveling internationally to combine Western and Eastern techniques ranging from 12 Meridian facilitation, Thai Yoga Massage, Myofascial Release, Deep Tissue, Orthopedic Massage, PreNatal, ScarTissue Management, Trigger Point, GuaSha, Cupping, Lymphatic and PNF techniques
Andrew is specific, deep and direct in his approach to soft tissue manipulation. His expertise is in Deep Tissue Myofascial massage, which targets trigger points which are the most debilitating type of muscular pathology. Mainly addressing needs of clients to alleviate pain, improve motor functions, optimize peak athletic performances, as well as prevent & heal post-op scars and sports injuries.
His NYC experiences range from PT clinics as well as private practice maintained prior the pandemic.
NY State Certification #026989
Insurance: PLE974344-BW1430066
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James S – LMT + LAc LMT + Acupuncturist | Chelsea + WestVillage Collapse
James obtained his Master’s degree in Acupuncture in 2002 from Tri-State College of Acupuncture in NYC and received his Diplomat in Acupuncture through the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). He also obtained his NYS License in Massage Therapy and graduated from the Swedish Institute.
With 30 years in healthcare massage, specializing in deep tissue and orthopedic treatments, he’s honored as “Best Massage Therapist” by Westchester Magazine. Offering personalized holistic solutions, he blends deep tissue/Swedish techniques, trigger points, and stretches. In acupuncture, James merges classical meridian approaches with Trigger Point or Dry Needling, drawing from Osteopathy and Physical Medicine. His expertise addresses diverse issues like infertility, digestive imbalances, dysmenorrhea, and systemic imbalances.
His treatments focus on relieving holding patterns and releasing trigger points to facilitate the release of muscle tension and promote relaxation.
NY State License Massage # 007299 NY State License Acupuncture # 002199he/him/his
Pachy J LMT, SFC, MLD-C | Chelsea Only Collapse
Transformative and possessing great physical strength and judgement, Pachy has traveled from Chile to the greater NY region to develop her therapeutic massage healing techniques.
Graduated from New York College of Health Professions Syosset, NY 2019, integrating NASM Stretching and Flexibility Coach training and
ACOLS Manual Lymphatic Drainage Certification, Certified inRespiratory Therapy, she is currently halfway in obtaining her Bachelor’s Degree in Sports and Health Sciences.
Her sessions are uniquely compassionate, strong and centered around assessment for all deep tissue, sports, lymphatic, cupping, perinatal, stretching, trigger point and pain management massage modalities.
Her professional experiences range from UpperTier level in luxury gym, Medical Team and LMT for several marathon races, including Finish line for NY RoadRunners, collaborating in acupuncture clinics, and providing private Home Health Care.
Pachy’s passion aspirations include serving as a community specialist providing supportive services to youth to improve relationships, develop positive social skills, increase self-awareness, teamwork, and appropriate expressions of feelings and emotions, and life skills necessary for transitioning back into the community.
Outside massage therapy, she is an avid runner and sports enthusiast that is devoted to her family.
License Number: 032453
AMTA 032453
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Devin Y – LMT | WestVillage + Chelsea Collapse
Real results from Devin!
Graduated from theSwedish Institute in NYC, Devin, a native of Queens, has been honing his unique style of massage therapy 17+years by blending therapeutic techniques of Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports, Trigger Point, Myofascial Pain Release and Structural Integration with an emphasis on postural alignment. With the education of Anatomy Trains and Myofascial Meridians via Thomas W. Myers; Orthopedic massage and functional assessment via Whitney W. Lowe from Omeri Orthopedic Massage Education & Research Institute and Structural Integration bodywork via Bonnie Crellin Guild Structural integrationist plus years of experience at Paul Labrecque Salon & Spa @ Reebok Sports Club as well as 5 star spas, he has fine tuned the techniques and belief system of clients centered sessions for each individual.
Devin believes that each individual’s body is unique therefore each pathology’s presentation will differ as well as the appropriate treatment. Devin is also a believer that the human body has a vast ability to heal itself and sometimes just needs the proper encouragement.
In his spare time, Devin is a foodie who enjoys exploring and cooking culinary inspirations, playing tennis and watching Netflix.
NY State Certification #015270American Massage Therapist Association #128862
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Kensie Kensington – Pet Therapist | Chelsea>WestVillage Collapse
Insta @kenzocav
As resident pet therapy specialist, Kensie is always present at our practice when Judie is around (unfortunately more in Chelsea than WestVillage now), whether to give you cuddles, lick or coax out your inner child with his playful tail wag and attention demanding melting looks. He is either thrilled or sleeping at Rhemedy by Rhed Therapeutic Massage, mostly the latter.
Kensie is the beloved Cavalier King Charles Spaniel nurtured by Judie and all those who love and loved him. Born January 2014 in upstate NY breeding by Karlee Cavaliers
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Sandra M – LMT | WestVillage Collapse
Sandra is excited to join Rhemedy By Rhed in 2022 as another proud LMT soft skilled in deep tissue myofascial release, trigger point therapy along with medical and perinatal massage. Her goal is to help educate clients to manage pain as her viewpoint of historical traumas affect days to day lives physically and mentally. She firmly believes that healing touch and deep breathing can really be the driving force to a whole new world!
Graduated from the legendary Swedish Institute in NYC in 2017, she has since dedicated herself full time to the healing practice in various spa and clinical settings and always learning new techniques to grow and provide effective and holistic ways of destress and healing the body.
Sandra offers audibly soothing encouragement with her years of musical theater resonance. “The stress of always living one step ahead of each thought is carried until the load on the body yells, “I can’t do it anymore.”
NY State Certification #030807American Massage Therapist Association #1914786
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Rebecca M – LMT | WestVillage Collapse
Graduated 2003 from legendary Swedish Institutein NYC, Rebecca encompasses over 19 years of massage therapy. Her modalities of expertise ranges from Deep Tissue, Trigger Point manipulation, Passive/ Active stretching, Acupressure, Peri-Natal and Massage Cupping.
Her previous corporate wellness center background ranges from sole therapist at Deutsche Bank, Bank of NY and NYMEX where she honed her communications skills as well as address the postural conditions of corporate desk culture.
Rebecca focuses her practice in deep tissue, as well as the treatment and prevention of injuries that result from athletics, improper posture, and/or lack of flexibility. Working within corporate wellness centers, Rebecca has become well recognized in treating headaches, migraines, and reducing blood pressure. Her sessions alleviate physical pain through a variety of techniques including movement, stretch, muscle and trigger point manipulation.
NY State Certification #016960American Massage Therapist Association #1684784
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Ella H – LMT | WestVillage + Chelsea Collapse
Ella was originally educated in massage therapy at the Natura Institute in Peru in 2011 and continued her training, obtaining her Esthetician certification in NYC. With five years of experience working in 5-star spas in New York, Ella has provided a range of services, including various massage modalities and skincare treatments.
Helping clients feel more comfortable in their own skin and providing pain relief through Swedish, Deep Tissue, Lymphatic Drainage, and Hot Stone massages, along with Aromatherapy, is Ella’s expertise. Consistently striving to offer exemplary services, she aims to relieve pain, reduce stress, and boost confidence in one’s body.
Dedicated to clients, Ella focuses on ensuring they feel safe, at ease, and, most importantly, relaxed. Known for being considerate and thorough, she ensures that clients leave each session stress-free and satisfied.
License Number: 1659091
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Maria B – LMT | WestVillage + Chelsea Collapse
Maria has been practicing as a massage therapist since 2016. She has extensive experience in the chiropractic settings focusing on clinical and orthopedic massages which address concentrated areas of pain locations and integrating the the supporting structures which affect the pain response.
She is skilled In Myofasical Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Lymphatic Massage, Massage Cupping, Assisted Stretching, Orthopedic Massage and Active Release Techniques which address deep tissue and connective imbalances within bodies of wide spectrum including, elderly, perinatal and others.
With a Bachelors and Masters Degree in Opera, Maria had a unique journey to becoming massage therapist.After years of singing, she decided to make the career change as a massage therapist and studied at the renowned Swedish Institute. She grew to love anatomy and myology which in turn discovered a love for her own physical and mental fitness.
She is an advocate for kettlebell training as well as mobility outside of working as a therapist.
NY State Certification #017567
COI #2379520
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Winston L – LMT | Chelsea Collapse
Winston graduated the renowned Swedish Institute in 2019, and since then has geared his work experience throughout the the city in other boutique massage therapy practices as well as onsite luxury wellness companies. His expansive previous operational work background in customer service honed his interpersonal skills…and his incredibly strong and firm pressured touch!
He seeks to alleviate the stresses and issues arising from modern era’s technological advances with more and more people find themselves in uncomfortable sitting positions and poor postural configurations. Specializing in using myofascial, deep tissue, and trigger point work to target key muscle structures, he strives to relieve the pain and discomfort of a prolonged and sedentary lifestyle. He believes in utilizing therapeutic touch to target the underlying causes of modern pain and teaching awareness of the body for prolonged health and wellness.
“Learning to listen to your body and act accordingly in conjunction with detailed specific work will improve your day to day life and many years to come.”
In his free time, Winston loves to cook and expand his culinary knowledge. If you don’t find him messing about in the kitchen you’ll find him catching the latest movie at the big theater.”
NY State Certification #1740590American Massage Therapist Association #031987
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Katie E – LMT | WestVillage + Chelsea Collapse
Katie is another graduate of the legendary Swedish Institute in NYC with a creative background in dance and fashion. She was drawn to massage through these past professional experiences, and how our day-to-day lives, from work to our creative passions aka pursuits, impact our bodies.
Her work focuses on cultivating relief from pain and tension while acknowledging personal patterns that created them. She’s cultivated this approach through her past experiences from holistic wellness space, a fitness spa, to chiropractic settings working alongside advanced fitness trainers, Pilates Instructors, PT’s and Chiropractors and Acupuncturists.
Her sessions combine a variety of modalities to meet the body designed for the day of session: Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofascial, Trigger Point Therapy, Sports massage, Lymphatic for general water retention and debloating, and Shiatsu points.
Outside of massage you can usually find Katie in a park with her pup enjoying the NYC sunshine or elbows deep in a new creative project. Forever curious and creative.
NY State Certification #1232638American Massage Therapist Association #1740606
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Marieta S – LMT | C-MLD | Chelsea + West Village Collapse
She is back! After long hiatus back and forth taking care of family back in Poland 2020-2022, Marieta has returned to work with us!A graduate from now closed Cortiva Institute in Hoboken New Jersey, Marieta is licensed in 34 states including NJ and NY. Marieta is also licensed in Medical Aesthetics including Laser Medicine and certified in Vodder method Manual Lymph Drainage. She specializes in post-surgical therapeutic massage, sports massage as well as myofascial release, although in most cases she draws upon a blend of all modalities including myofascial, deep tissue, trigger point therapy and more. Her experience of working at 5 star spas around NYC as well as chiropractic practice and private clientele fine tunes her customized approach to each client’s needs.
Marieta is also a consultant in molecular hydration and strives to educate everyone to improving their overall health.
Outside of massage practice, Marieta loves traveling the world, dancing, hiking but also cooking and spending time in peaceful places and a proud mother of a handsome 30 year old.
Education: Cortiva Institute for Massage Therapy Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy 2012 | Institute for Laser Medicine (Medical Laser Esthetics Trai
ning) 2016 | Lymphatic Drainage Certification Course 2015 | Christine Valmy International School of Esthetics, NY Nail Technician license 2015 + Esthetics license 2014 WSEiZ University, Warsaw, Poland M.S. in Eng. Environmental Protection 2007. NY State Certification #026738
Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals #742424
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Richard B -LMT + C-MLD | Yoga Teacher | Reiki Master | WestVillage + Chelsea Collapse
Richard joins us with formal education spanning from in Massage Therapy from State University of New York Niagara, Yoga Teacher Training from Ishta Yoga, BA in Landscape Architecture from Umass Amherst MA, Digital Arts from State University of New York Genesee as he ever explores the aspects of healing, community, movement and nature.
He embodies a holistic perspective as a New Yorker as he interweaves the city, farm, and wilderness together in his own life after years of international travels to study cultures and communities. Richard resonates with inter-connective-ness and is fortunate to integrate a diversity of experience on Earth as a Yoga Teacher, LMT, Reiki Master, Earth Steward, Outdoorsman, Farmer, Artist, Aries. His movements have led to a greater understanding that connection heals as well as devoting yourself to self love and acceptance. He is also certified in his exploration of lymphatic studies.
His sessions are rhythmical, nurturing and intuitive.
“As we strengthen our relationships with our selves, each other, and Mother Earth we create harmony and balance that radiates from within throughout.”
NY State Certification #032397American Massage Therapist Association #MA97276
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