Mark Houghtaling is a massage therapist and mind-body coach practicing in the Catskills and Mid-Hudson Valley. He is passionate about guiding individuals towards realizing their full potential through self-inquiry, radical presence, empathy, and somatic insights. Mark studied massage therapy and other body-centered modalities at Hudson Valley School of Massage, the Swedish Institute, and in specialized education programs and workshops. He is New York State licensed and nationally certified. He received his mind-body coaching certification from the Embody Lab where he studied with leaders and innovators in the field of somatics. Beyond his healing work, Mark is a musician and songwriter who finds serenity and creative inspiration in nature and spiritual pursuits. He lives in Accord, NY, with his husband Neil.
Massage Therapy
I offer a distinctive method of integrative bodywork that combines traditional swedish massage techniques with eastern bodywork, energy balancing, and mindfulness practice to increase somatic awareness, promote relaxation, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being. sessions are 60 or 90 minutes.
Somatic Coaching
Through purposeful dialog, guided mindfulness practices, movement, and intuitive touch, somatic coaching helps you explore and transform patterns of behavior, fostering greater self-awareness and overall well-being. sessions are 60 minutes.
Energy Healing
Energy healing is a hands on practice that brings awareness then balance to the body structures and energy. Using gentle touch and traction the body can relax and reorganize, helping to reduce stress, amplify vitality, and promote better postural alignment. sessions are 60 minutes.