Put Your Mind & Body At Ease
Relax, Release, Unwind
PRACTICE & PHILOSOPHY
I am a Licensed Massage Therapist with training and experience in a wide array of healing technologies. As a graduate of the Swedish Institute and the Upledger Institute, I was blessed to meet and study with some of the greatest Healers of my lifetime. After many years of maintaining a private practice in Manhattan, I am now seeing clients out of my comfortable home office in Hortonville, NY. Outside of my private practice I am a Permaculturist and raise much of my own food as well as maintain various gardens and pets. I enjoy the local fields and forests astride my beloved Tennessee Walker.
Cynthia Crisp
Over the years my personal journey has led me to study and practice some of the most cutting-edge therapies available for the physical body as well as in depth energy body therapy and traditional Shamanic healing ceremonies which are highlighted at my other website, Catskill Mountain Spirit . In my practice today, I offer all of these and more to those seeking relief, awareness, prevention, and autonomy.
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“I believe I am here not to “fix” the problems of others but to assist them in their journey towards wholeness and health.”
EDUCATION
• SWEDISH INSTITUTE :
Medical massage, Swedish massage, Shiatsu
• THE UPLEDGER INSTITUTE:
Cranial-Sacral Therapy, Somato-Emotional Therapy, Visceral Manipulation,
Lymphatic Drainage Therapy, Process Acupressure, Spinal Touch,
The Chikly Brain Curriculum, Zero Balancing, Lymphedema Therapy,
Teaching assistant in over 35 classes
• FOUNDATION FOR SHAMANIC STUDIES:
From Basic Shamanism through the 3 Year Advanced Training including Extraction,
Soul Retrieval, Death and Beyond, and more.
• SHAMANIC TEACHERS ASSOCIATION with SANDRA INGERMAN: Advanced work in
Shamanism including Medicine for the Earth, Healing with White Light,
and Teacher Training
• C.H.R.I.S. INSTITUTE, Hamburg, Germany: Completed Masters Program in C.H.R.I.S.
method, in comprehensive studies of the Energy Body
• HANCOCK Permaculture Center: Completed certified training in Permaculture
• NEIGHBORHOOD PLAYHOUSE SCHOOL OF THEATER, N.Y.: Completed Acting Program
• UNC CHAPEL HILL, NC: BA in Theater and Music
"When you touch one thing with deep awareness,
you touch everything."
- Lao Tzu
SERVICES
PLEASE NOTE: All modalities require an intake interview and patient evaluation so that we understand each other's position in the place and path of healing. All will be revealed in good time. Go to Appointments page for Prices and Policies.
AROMA THERAPY is included with every appointment, using only the finest oils. Learn More
DEEEP TISSUE MASSAGE
This is a massage that realigns deeper layers of muscles and connective tissues resulting from injuries and disease...
CRANIAL-SACRAL THERAPY
A gentle therapy for the treatment of migraines, chronic neck and back pain, colic, injuries, PTSD, and more...
SWEDISH / MEDICAL MASSAGE
This technique is performed using long strokes along the muscles or short taps along “stuck” areas to improve circulation and digestion and takes you to deep states of relaxation...
CHIKLY BRAIN CURRICULUM
An advanced therapy that addresses specific structures of the brain and spinal cord to improve a range of issues from anxiety/depression/PTSD to injuries/traumas/surgery as well as helpful for Parkingson's and more...
MONGOLIAN WARRIOR MASSAGE
This is a most effective skeletal-muscular therapy that is done with deep sculpting techniques using hands and special tools to “liberate” the tissues frozen or “asleep” after injury or trauma...
VISCERAL MANIPULATION
A gentle technique that works the vital organs to find & resolve adhesion that can set the stage for disease and dysfunction...
FACIALS
My Facials include deep sculpting massage, rolling massage, acupressure, and lymphatic drainage. Conditions improved include sinusitis, aging and wrinkles, dental trauma...
EAR CANDLING
This is an ancient and natural method to clean out excess wax from the ear canals.Please read our disclaimer and important information about this modality. $25 per ear.
INFANT MASSAGE
Offered for babies 6 weeks and older, this gentle series of stretches removes stress from the birthing process and can be taught to you or your child caregiver..
SPINAL RELEASE
In this pain-free session, injuries and traumas that displace the body's anatomical center of gravity are healed by releasing the tension in the spine. A minimum of 2 treatments and a maximum of 4 are required to insure permanent correction....
LYMPH DRAINAGE THERAPY
This gentle technique stimulates the immune system and activates circulation. Results can be seen immediately with reduction of swelling, detoxing, and regeneration of tissues and energy...
AROMA THERAPY
Ancient people knew that different essences of plants could help heal disease, resolve wounds, aid the immune system, and much more. I use only the purest of essential oils in my practice because their molecular properties are in tact and can quickly enter the blood stream with their various healing properties...
ZERO BALANCING
Zero Balancing is a hands-on technique that is designed to align your energy body with your physical structure. It is practiced with a special touch to open the pathways of energy flow through the bones after injuries, operations, and disease...
CATSKILL MOUNTAIN SPIRIT
I provide other healing services to help you along your journey to a healthy and productive life. Please visit the companion website, Catskill Mountain Spirit and explore the Energy Body Therapies, Shamanic Services,Community Events, and Workshops I am offering.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: How do I make an appointment?
A: Call: 917-797-9834
Text: 917-797-9834.
Email: catskillmassage@gmail.com
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Q: Where is your office located?
A: Hortonville, NY - address given with appointment.
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Q: When do I see clients?
A: Appointments are available upon request 7 days a week, from as early as 9 AM and as late as 8 PM.
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Q: What is my cancellation policy?
A: I require 24 hours notice to change or cancel a standing appointment. You may call or text. No emails for last minute cancellations. If you are running late, I can hold your time for 30 minutes. If not cancelled properly you are responsible for the entire treatment fee.
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Q: Home visits
A: I am happy to come to your location where you will provides the sheets and I provide everything else. There is a travel fee of at least $25 per person.
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Q: How do I pay for services?
A: I accept cash, local checks, credit cards, Venmo, and PayPal.
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For any other questions, please Contact Us. Thank you.
PLEASE NOTE: All modalities require an intake interview and patient evaluation so that we understand each other's position in the place and path of healing. All will be revealed in good time.
TESTIMONIALS
“Cynthia Crisp has a wonderful knowledge of anatomy, is incredibly sensitive and has magic hands, She has helped relieve my pain and swelling when no one else could! It is wonderful to meet someone so generous with her time and spirit and I would recommend Cynthia highly.” Lynn Zemlin, MS, PT
“Cynthia's hands KNOW!! I am continually amazed at how she has exactly the most effective means to balance, relieve and improve the healing and vitality of one’s body! I always leave her office renewed. I am continually keeping an eye out for patients of ours who might benefit from her rare and special services.” -Dr. Franklin Gilbert, Gilbert Chiropractic Office
"I have known Cynthia since the early 1990's. On many occasions I have called upon her to work with me on difficult cases throughout my career in Physical Medicine. I know her skills firsthand and can attest to her earnest efforts as a skilled practitioner. She is truely a facilitator of healing with insight, integrity and compassion."Barry M. Scheinfeld , MD
"Cynthia is a gifted, dedicated, trustworthy massage therapist/healer. For several years, her healing touch has made a major contribution to my well being and quality of life. Treat yourself to her art of healing." J.Ingrasciotta, CFO
"After a session with Cynthia, I felt more connected with myself, grounded, relaxed, and invigorated. Thank you!"- Sean Z., Liberty NY
“Cynthia is a true healer's healer. She is forever growing her skills.” Karen Erickson, D.C.
GET IN TOUCH
To Contact Us, do one of the following:
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Please use in this Contact Form
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Call the local telephone 917-797-9834
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Text the SMS number 917-797-9834
I will get back to you within 24-48 hours to schedule an appointment for you in the Jeffersonville office. A personal phone call is required to book a session with someone new unless it is a GIFT CERTIFICATE. If you are a returning client, please let me know the best time for you to come in.
Hortonville, New York
I hope to see you soon... whenever the time is right.