Vlada Yaneva, LMT
Licensed Massage Therapist specializing in rehabilitative soft tissue manipulation and bodywork for the childbearing cycle
I was born and raised in Bulgaria and moved to NYC at the age of 20 to study classical piano performance. While music and live performance defined most of my early years I have always known that therapy will eventually be part of my life. In 2008 I graduated from the Swedish institute for health sciences with a degree in massage therapy. I also received a post-graduate certification in medical manual therapy and shortly after joined the Hospital for Special Surgery. As part of the rehabilitative team during my 8 years there I worked closely with physical therapists and physiatrists treating pre and post surgical patients, athletes and seniors with acute and chronic orthopedic and rheumatologic conditions.
During my first pregnancy I experienced first hand the wonderful benefits that pre-natal massage has to offer and later became certified in this modality myself. There is a special place in my heart for this work—women are miraculous and deserve tremendous support during the magical and sometimes challenging childbearing cycle: before, during and after birth. I am honored to be part of these women’s journey.
As a therapist I see myself as a facilitator of the body’s natural propensity for healing—the true work is done by the body and mind of the clients themselves. We sometimes get stuck in habitual patterns and need a gentle neuromuscular stimulation to shift towards a more balanced and healthy state. This stimulation continues to ripple through the entire system for days after the session. In my work I incorporate myofacial, trigger point, and PNF techniques, as well as movement and breath work. My approach is always tailored by the person’s needs.
I look forward to meeting you and working together!
Testimonials
Vlada Yaneva is a phenomenal massage therapist. As a touring circus and theatre performer I rely on bodywork to keep my level of performance high and prevent injuries. For over 10 years, Vlada has kept me in great condition. She has an incredible touch, deep and sensitive, with a highly intuitive understanding of the body. She has also helped me heal from long standing injuries I have accrued touring and performing.
— Seth Bloom
Vlada has healing hands, plain and simple! I was lucky enough to cross paths with her at the HSS Integrative Care Center a decade ago, and have continued therapeutic massage sessions with her ever since. Our sessions are an integral part of my wellness routine.
— Alison R.
I have been working with Vlada since 2015 following complications from surgery and ME/CFS. She is an empathetic and skillful professional who takes the time to listen to you and to understand what your body is doing and what works and what doesn’t. She has helped teach me how to better understand what is going on during a flare up, how to adjust and what massage techniques work. She has been invaluable in helping me carry on and improve over the years.