Experience dialogue through therapeutic touch at Carnegie Hill Massage.

Massage therapy is a language cultivated between you and our skilled practitioners.

Carnegie Hill Massage is a NYS licensed private client practice founded by massage therapist Neil Runyon.
Our team includes associate therapists Rafya Oskui and Alicia Weinstein.

With skilled and compassionate touch, our therapists incorporate Swedish relaxation, deep tissue, myofascial release, trigger point, and other neuromuscular therapies into their signature integrative and holistic sessions, tailored to each clients’ needs and preferences.

Our practice is located in a peaceful and relaxing brownstone setting in the heart of the Carnegie Hill historic district on Manhattan’s Upper East Side.

Testimonials Source

Neil has an extraordinary gift for healing the body and calming the mind. When I first started seeing Neil I was not sure how I’d feel. I’ve usually preferred female practitioners but since he came highly recommended from a good friend I decided to give his services a try. I am so thankful that I did because he helped me find relief from chronic neck pain and some lingering running injuries (lower back, hamstring and Achilles). Neil has an ability to find those areas you didn’t even know were the source of your pain. He instills calmness into his practice and a touch that creates an environment of trust and relaxation.

– K.H., Manhattan

Neil is a miracle worker. I've had chronic neck and shoulder pain from working at home, he has transformed how my body feels and healed a lot of the pain I've been experiencing. His level of knowledge and experience is unparalleled. It's immediately evident how passionate he is about what he does and how much he genuinely cares for his clients. He's professional and extremely clean, taking all necessary precautions for COVID. I practically float out of my sessions with him!

– S.L., Brooklyn

Neil is a master massage therapist, gifted with touch, intelligence and insight that cannot be taught. I have been a client for several years and I am a most grateful beneficiary of Neil’s compassionate and knowledgeable expertise. His care has been essential to my body’s understanding that pain is no longer a sentence for life.

– G.D., Manhattan

His work is the stuff of art and mastery; it is truly relaxing and joyful to experience a massage from Neil. After our first meeting, I felt so deeply relaxed that it carried me through the week.

– P.T., Manhattan

Neil is truly a master of his craft. His deep understanding of the body is matched by his connection to it’s ever-changing needs. From the moment I step into his serene studio, I feel supported. Neil’s attentive presence coupled with his profoundly therapeutic work, allows for deep somatic healing beyond what I’ve experienced before. I leave each session feeling not only cared for, but more equipped to care for myself. I cannot begin to express what a far-reaching impact Neil’s work has had on so many aspects of my well-being. I truly can't recommend him enough!

– J.O., Brooklyn

Carnegie Hill Massage is five stars fantastic! Neil is the most knowledgeable and caring massage therapist I have met!

– A.G., Brooklyn

I leave Neil’s massages feeling light, energized, and comfortable in my body. I would highly recommend Neil to anyone seeking a massage therapist that truly cares for his clients and is passionate about what he does.

– S.N., Brooklyn

His understanding of body mechanics, of anatomy, and of modern human afflictions is staggering…Neil has the skills and intuition to give us each what we might need.

– E.M., Manhattan

Alicia’s skill and intentionality are evident from the first touch. What stood out most was her calm, grounding energy that instantly put me at ease. Alicia has a unique ability to combine therapeutic technique with a sense of tranquility, making the experience both restorative and peaceful.

– Kathryn G., Brooklyn

Neil is an extraordinary practitioner, I cannot recommend highly enough. I recently had the pleasure of working with Neil while pregnant, and his intuitive touch and amazing skills were so helpful. Neil’s energy and voice are calm and soothing, and his space is immaculate and welcoming.

– S.L., Brooklyn

As Neil applied a combination of techniques specific to my issues (including trigger point and myofascial release) he spoke about the relationships and mechanics of my muscles and connective tissues the way an astronomer might speak of constellations.

– E.M., Manhattan

There are places to go to get a massage. And, then, there are people who heal through massage. Neil is one of those people.

– K.N., Brooklyn

Our Therapists

Neil Runyon

FOUNDER / LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST
Neil brings a holistic approach to client therapy, drawing on formative post-graduate experience in integrative, interdisciplinary physical therapy and fitness settings which inform his work to this day.
Neil is a graduate of the prestigious Swedish Institute College of Health Sciences in New York, where his training emphasized comprehensive assessment and treatment skills grounded in an integrated understanding of anatomy, physiology, myology, and kinesiology. Additionally, he holds certifications in myofascial, medical, and prenatal therapies.
Over 10 years of private practice has given Neil insight and understanding into what his clients want and need to help their bodies and minds move in a state of wellness.

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Rafya Oskui

LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST
Rafya has dedicated much of her life to helping people stay healthy and feel their best.
In addition to more than a decade of experience in massage therapy treating a range of clients from professional athletes to those managing illness and injury, she’s also a NASM - certified personal trainer and currently works as a registered ER nurse.
With her passion for helping others, it’s no wonder one of Ray’s favorite quotes is by Maya Angelou: “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

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Alicia Weinstein

LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST
Alicia’s presence, intention, and passion for bodywork is at the core of her practice. She aims to assist her clients in fostering a sense of safety in their bodies by reducing pain, increasing somatic awareness, and providing nurturing therapeutic touch.
Alicia began her training studying Esalen massage, acupressure, and shiatsu techniques at the Findhorn Foundation in Scotland. She later graduated with an Associate of Science in Massage Therapies from the Pacific College of Health and Science. Her background outside of massage therapy is in psychology and neuroscience, and since graduating from Pacific she deepened and focused her studies through continuing education in myofascial techniques, pain neuroscience, and prenatal massage. Alicia’s thoughtful work is also deeply influenced by her yoga and meditation practices.

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The Studio

Our practice is located in a peaceful brownstone setting in the heart of the Carnegie Hill historic district on Manhattan’s Upper East Side.

Our entrance is direct, private and quiet; with no waiting room or overlap of clients. The experience we provide is relaxing and dinstinctly personal.

What to Expect

We welcome clients of all ages and backgrounds, in every stage of life.

Recovering from Injury

Those working through injuries, surgeries, and other physical issues where massage therapy can speed recovery and a return to function.
Wellness Enthusiasts

Those interested in enhancing their existing wellness practices through massage therapy.
Improving Mental Health

Those managing energetic issues like anxiety/depression related disorders.
Expectant & New Mothers

Women in need of physical and mental relief from prenatal and postpartum stress and discomfort.
Athletes, Dancers & Performers

Those whose bodies need a regular focus on improving muscle balance, flexibility, and function; with relief from muscle imbalances and postural deviations.
Yogis & Meditators

Those looking to improve posture and flexibility; while enhancing emotional well-being and helping build resilience.
Artists, Writers, & Chefs

Those who use their bodies for work in a way that requires relief from muscle imbalance and postural deviation.