About Russell Barbara, Licensed Massage Therapist

“My wife and I have been seeing Russell for over a year. His knowledge of the human body has been essential to our healing over the course of the year. Russell takes time each session to ensure that any trouble areas are focused on. We truly look forward to see him each week. If you are looking for a massage therapist with expertise in the human body/ healing from the inside out Russell is your man!” —RH

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Russell Barbara is a licensed massage therapist in New Jersey and New York.  He received his LMT degree from Pacific College of Health and Science in New York City, and continued his post graduate in Zheng Gu Tui Na (Traditional Chinese medical massage) under Frank Butler and Tom Bisio.

 

He became interested in Asian medicine through his love of Chinese martial arts.  He was a senior instructor of Ving Tsun kung fu at Moy Yee San Jong in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, where he also studied tai chi chuan.

 

Russell’s approach to massage addresses the entire body and mind, from the most superficial level to the deepest.  Pain and tension is treated with an understanding of the affected area in relation to surrounding muscles and joints, fascial connections and TCM meridians, as well as emotional factors that can lead to illness.  Pressure is used in a  measured and appropriate way to slowly release muscle spasm safely and comfortably.  Self-care and simple at home exercises are suggested to augment the treatments, with a client’s physical limitations and busy schedule always kept in mind.

Types of Massage Offered:

  • Swedish

  • Deep Tissue

  • Tui Na (Chinese Medical Massage)

  • Pre-natal

  • Myofascial Release

  • Massage with CBD application

Any style may be combined and customized where appropriate.