Bio and Philosophy
Jennifer Whitaker, LMT, BA (Psychology)
NYS license #026298
- 14+ years in practice
- NYS LMT #026298
- Trauma-informed
- Wheelchair accessible
- LGBTQ+ safe space

Licensed Massage Therapist
Common Focus Areas
Common Concerns
- • TMD/TMJ-related jaw tension
- • Headache-related neck tension
- • Neck and shoulder tension
- • Back and shoulder muscle tension
- • Hip and low-back muscle tension
Activity & Recovery
- • Post-injury stiffness
- • Shoulder mobility concerns
- • Athletic overuse strain
- • Work-Related Ergonomic Strain
Sensitive Care
- • Nerve-like discomfort with muscle tension
- • Forearm and hand tension
- • Fibromyalgia-informed massage
- • Hypermobility-informed care
- • Trauma-informed care
- I can coordinate with dentists, oral surgeons, physical therapists, chiropractic providers, and mental health providers when that supports your TMD care.
- Handicap accessible office
- Trauma informed therapist
- 🏳️🌈 My office is a safe place for anyone, including the LGBTQ community!
Continuing Education:
- • TMJD Course with Ron Floyd in 2013
- • Neck Specialty by Tammi Sweet, 2014
- • Deep Bodywork with Perry & Johana at Esalen Institute, 2018
- • NAT (Trigger Point Therapy), 2019
- • 30+ hours of in-person CE in 2022 including training for joint restriction release, assessment of sports injuries and therapies, hip/pelvic release techniques, and complex knee and pelvic myofascial patterns.
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"I came to see Jennifer because I was experiencing pretty severe pain in my jaw while chewing. After one session with her, the tension was dissipated and the pain has been gone ever since (about 2 months ago). I had 5 sessions with her and the relief has been lasting."
Alyssa Welty
2 months ago"I have been seeing Jennifer for about 7 months for TMD massages and it has done so much to relieve my neck/jaw pain and headaches. Although the process of a TMD massage can be intense, Jennifer always checks in throughout the massage to ensure I am comfortable, and each time I leave her space I feel relaxed and revived. 10/10 would recommend to anyone experiencing TMD problems!"
Zachary Batterman
1 month ago"I've had 27 years of massages all over the world and Jennifer's massages are highly skilled have brought me great relief of pain and tension. Her massages are as advertised, and you can tell she's had a decade of experience under her belt. She is very kind and I have no trouble asking for more or less pressure, although I can't recall ever having to tell her because she's very intuitive. She's worked a lot on my neck and TMJ, although I do not live close enough to see her regularly I appreciate when she gives me feedback and recommendations for more work. I absolutely love the ground level space she has in her home, it is well decorated and exceptionally inviting and peaceful, and the parking is great right near the door."
Carrie G.
2 months ago