BODYWORK + BIRTH PREP

Turn inward and embody the vibe. Be transformed body, mind and soul upon visiting this tiny sanctuary on the Hudson River in Nyack.

EMERGE RENEWED

  • Founder of Nest Bodywork + Birth Prep . Nyack, NY . 2013-present

    Founder of Elements Spa . Piermont, NY . 2002-2009


    Preschool Teacher | Lindgren School | 2017-2023 . Closter . NJ

    Cold Spring Apothecary | 2021-2023 . Cold Spring , NY

    Village Day Spa | 2000 -2002 . Bronxville, NY

    Gurney’s Resort & Spa | 2001 . Montauk, NY

    Blythedale Children’s Hospital | 2000-2001 . Hartsdale . NY

    Burke Rehabilitation Hospital | 1999-2000 . White Plains . NY

    St. Agnes Children’s Rehabilitation Hospital | 1996-1999 . White Plains . NY

    | EDUCATION |

    Swedish Institute a College of Health Sciences . NYC
    Associate of Occupational Studies . Massage Therapy | 1999-2001

    Rockland Community College . Suffern, NY
    Associate of Applied Science . Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant | 1995-1998

    | BODYWORK |

    • Massage for the Childbearing Cycle | Niara Healing Arts

    • Infant Massage | Niara Healing Arts + Loving Touch Institute

    • Reflexology | Swedish Institute

    • Traditional Thai Massage | Swedish Institute

    • Structural Integration | Swedish Institute

      | BIRTHWORK |

    • Holistic Doula Training | The Matrona Foundation

    • Pelvic Dynamics + Fetal Positioning | Blossoming Bellies Birth

    • Body Ready Method Pro | BRM

    • Lactation Basics | Manhattan Birth

    • Mother Circle + Nervous System Regulation | Kimberly Ann Johnson

    • The Initiated Woman | Free Birth Society

    • Reiki I | The Lighter Way

      | CHILD DEVELOPMENT |

    • Outdoor Learning in a Nutshell | Eastern Region Association of Forest and Nature Schools (ERAFANS)

    • Naturally Ready for Kindergarten | Eastern Region Association of Forest and Nature Schools (ERAFANS)

    • Feelings on the Frontline | Elisabeth Morrow School

    • When Learning Comes Naturally | The Child Development Institute at Sarah

      Lawrence College

    • Simplicity Parenting Care Professional’s Workshop | Kym John Payne, M.Ed.

    • Healing the Whole Child Naturally | Lawrence B. Palevsky, MD

Hello, I’m so glad you’re here !

I am in awe of our bodies and our innate ability to heal and thrive. The sensations felt and emotions expressed, are often signals about where deeper work can begin. Get curious about your body, and listen to the intelligence it offers. Cultivate your well-being with intention. Begin with bodywork.

I am a Licensed Massage Therapist for over two decades and a Holistic Doula. I specialize in safe deep tissue and pain management during pregnancy, birth prep, induction massage and postpartum recovery.

I hope to make small changes in how we care for our bodies, birth our babies, nurture our children and support our mothers. I am called to this work with genuine passion and profound respect.

XO Catherine