Massage Therapy in Flatiron NYC

Flatiron NYC Massage Therapy — Intuitive, Restorative & Clinically Focused

A powerful blend of relaxation and results — trusted by professionals, healthcare workers, creatives, and high-performing individuals for over 2 decades.

At MJG Acupuncture & Massage, massage therapy is more than just relaxation—it's a return to your body, a deep reset, and a powerful part of your healing journey.

Since 1998, massage therapy has been a foundational part of my healing work. From athletes and executives to nurses, teachers, creatives, and caretakers — I've worked with people from all walks of life. And while their titles may differ, what they carry in their bodies is often the same: tension, fatigue, emotional weight, stress, and the longing to feel whole again.

I believe that beneath the roles we play — the masks we wear in the world — we are all human, and at a deeper level, we are all soul. My work meets you there. While professional titles differ they often carry the same: tension, fatigue, emotional weight, and a longing to feel whole again.

Grounded. Holistic. Honest Care - Intuitively Designed for You!
At MJG Acupuncture & Massage, massage therapy is more than just relaxation—it's a return to your body, a deep reset, and a powerful part of your healing journey. Each session is more than just bodywork. It’s a reset for your nervous system. A reconnection to the grounded, present part of you that may have been buried beneath pressure, pain, or emotional weight Whether you’re recovering from injury, holding grief, navigating stress, chronic pain, longing to let go, or simply seeking to reconnect to your breath and body, Massage Therapy with Marc can bring relief, clarity, and grounded presence. Each session is customized and integrates my background in Mind - Body Medicine, Acupuncture, Essential oils, and Energetic Healing Work..

I believe that beneath the roles we play — the masks we wear in the world — we are all human. And being human means we carry emotions, beliefs, tendencies, and a soul that longs to be seen and supported.

Why Clients Choose This Work

  • Over 25 years of clinical experience with a mind-body approach

  • Intuitive, direct, and results-driven therapy

  • Gentle, therapeutic touch to regulate your nervous system

  • Deep tissue release for tension and soreness

  • Optional Cupping

  • A judgment-free space where all bodies and identities are welcome

  • Located in Flatiron NYC, near Union Square, Gramercy, and Chelsea

  • Out-of-network insurance accepted: NYSHIP, NYSNA, Aetna, UHC, Anthem

  • Integration of essential oils and Chinese medicine principles

  • Developer of Meridian Biologix™ — custom essential oil blends used in targeted acupoint therapy

"My clients include everyone from therapists and creatives to professionals and performers. Titles may differ, but we all carry stress and deserve to release it."

Massage Techniques Offered

Deep Tissue Massage
Targeted therapy for muscular tension, sports recovery, and postural issues. Delivered with focus and care — not force.

Therapeutic Massage
Addresses chronic pain, stress, and musculoskeletal dysfunction with a clinically informed approach tailored to your condition and goals.

Aromatherapy Massage with Meridian Biologix Oils
Essential oils applied to key meridians and points, chosen based on your physical and emotional needs. Promotes balance, clarity, and nervous system calm. These blends are handcrafted through my Meridian Biologix™ line, which integrates essential oil therapy with the principles of Chinese medicine.

Massage for Anxiety & Burnout
Grounding and emotionally supportive work that calms the nervous system and eases the body’s stress response through touch, essential oils, and intentional breathwork.

Integrative Mind-Body Sessions
Customized sessions may incorporate breathwork, mental imagery, dreamwork, or intuitive dialogue alongside bodywork for deeper release.

Massage for Specific Populations

Massage for Healthcare Workers
The demands of caregiving can drain the body and spirit. I provide a restorative space for nurses, doctors, and therapists to recharge, reset, and reconnect with themselves.

Massage for Executives & Desk Workers
If you're hunched over a laptop or in back-to-back meetings all day, your neck, shoulders, and back need attention. This work relieves postural tension and boosts mental clarity.

Massage for Athletes & Active Lifestyles
Whether you’re recovering from injury or improving performance, massage accelerates healing, restores muscle balance, and supports peak function.

Massage for Creatives & Performers
Embody your art more fully by releasing physical blocks and reconnecting to your breath, your rhythm, and your center.

Massage for All
All are welcome in my space. My massage practice holds safety, dignity, and full affirmation for each and every individual — beyond titles, roles, or beliefs. This is a space where humanity and soul are honored equally.

Emotional Wellness & Nervous System Support

Massage touches more than the body. It soothes the nervous system, dissolves anxiety, and releases patterns held from trauma or daily stress. By incorporating my Chinese medicine background and mind-body techniques, we work at the level where physical and emotional healing meet.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Does massage therapy help with anxiety or burnout?
Yes. It calms the nervous system, improves sleep, and creates a grounded sense of presence — especially when paired with breath-work or essential oils.

What if I don’t want deep pressure or have past trauma around touch?
Every session is guided by your comfort and consent. You’ll never be pushed beyond what feels safe. I create a grounded space where we listen to your body, not force it. Your comfort and consent guide everything. We go only as deep as your body says yes to.

Can I combine acupuncture and massage in one session?
Many patients find that their acupuncture treatments include bodywork as part of the experience. Often, after the needles are inserted and you're resting, I will massage the neck and shoulders to help you deepen into the treatment. In most sessions, there's also about 20 minutes of hands-on work either before or after acupuncture, which includes gentle palpation to warm the tissue and prepare the body for needling.

Do you offer cupping?
Yes! I most certainly do—and with no upsell. Often, I’ll place cups on the back while massaging the legs and feet to support circulation and deeper release. Unlike chain massage or acupuncture franchises that upsell every add-on, my approach is simple: you get what you need — and what you genuinely desire for your renewal.

Do you use essential oils during massage?
Yes. I often integrate Meridian Biologix essential oils into your session—whether to calm the spirit, invigorate circulation, alleviate pain, relax nervous system or release stuck emotions. And again—no upsell.

Is massage painful?
Never forceful — my approach is direct yet gentle, using awareness and pressure that feels productive but never invasive.

Do you accept insurance?
Yes. Many clients use out-of-network benefits from NYSHIP, NYSNA, Aetna, United Healthcare, or Anthem.
Just send your insurance info and date of birth, and I’ll verify your coverage before your first session.

Location

MJG Acupuncture & Massage
48 West 21st Street, Suite 909
Flatiron District, NYC
Call/Text: (845) 519-9256
Email: marcgian@gmail.com

Brooklyn – Prospect Heights / Crown Heights

What to Expect — Your Questions Answered

**What happens during an acupuncture and massage combo session?**
Most sessions include 20+ minutes of hands-on work. You may receive massage before or after needling, plus gentle touch while you're resting with needles in.

**What if I don’t want deep pressure or have trauma around touch?**
Your comfort and consent guide everything. We go only as deep as your body says yes to.

**Can I combine massage with acupuncture and oils?**
Absolutely. Many clients receive a blended session. We’ll tailor the flow to what you need most that day.

**Do you offer cupping?**
Yes—and it’s included when helpful. No upsells, ever.

**Do you use essential oils?**
I often use Meridian Biologix oils for calming, invigorating, or emotional release work—integrated as part of your care.

Massage Locations in NYC

📍 Flatiron / Gramercy / Union Square
48 West 21st Street, Suite 909, NYC

📍 Brooklyn – Prospect Heights / Crown Heights
By appointment only



You Deserve to Be Cared For. Let’s Begin.



Call or text Marc: (845) 519‑9256
Email: marcgian@gmail.com
www.thecurebymarc.com
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I've had 6 sessions with Marc, and I can say without a doubt it's the best experience I've ever had. I'm a past athlete, and because I'm older, injuries happen. I've been to several PTs, and I've tried different routines, and they all turned out to be temporary fixes. Since I've been going to Marc, I've experienced but success. At some point, I couldn't run, jump, and have difficulty throwing. But, since my sessions, . Not only is he great at what he does, but he's also extremely professional. He loves what he does, and he makes you feel the most important while you're in the room. I would highly recommend Marc for treatment.- JT Fitness