Meet the Team

Massage Therapist

I’m Simone, Owner & Master Massage Therapist of Touch By The Angel. With over 12 years of experience trained in the fast-paced environment of NYC, I have come to value the opportunity my work provides to slow down and listen without words. Through touch, I am able to see without sight and connect with others in a way that is quiet, intentional, and grounded. My work is deeply inspired by my late Great Auntie Verna, who lived 95 years blind but never disabled. She taught me that love is felt, not seen, and that our hands are our most transformative tools for healing. When I’m not in the studio, I’m likely enjoying a long scenic bike ride, listening and moving to music, or spending time with my family. It is a true honor to translate Auntie Verna’s legacy into every customized treatment plan I create, giving the gift of wellness through hands that truly see.

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Hometown
Bronx, NY

A great piece of advice I've been given is:
Dust yourself off and try again.

If I weren't so damn good at my job, I'd probably be:
A professional dancer.

What's the most inspiring part of your job?
The sighs of relief and hugs at the end of the session.

If you could be anywhere other than here, right this minute, where would you be? (Don’t overthink it!)
St Thomas USVI with my family floating on the beach, kissed by the sun.

What do you think are the best skills that you bring to your job?
Intuition, empathy and a high-sensitivity to what others are feeling/experiencing.

Before I became a massage therapist:
I was a personal trainer.

What’s your favorite oddball hobby outside work?
1500+ piece Puzzles

What’s your go-to cheat code for getting stuff done?
A solid playlist to fit the mood

What’s the weirdest fact you know?
Butterflies drink turtle’s tears for nutrients and help to clean their eyes of debris. A beautiful symbiotic relationship.

Administrative Assistant

I’m Kirby, Administrative Assistant Extraordinaire at Touch By The Angel. With expertise in calendar-whispering, client-care wizardry, and behind-the-scenes organization, I keep bookings smooth and appointments running on time. I support Simone by managing her schedule and keeping the calendar happily booked and busy so she can focus on what she does best: Healing. I have a good sense of humor, a deep love for languages, and a natural ability to connect with people, which is perfect for helping YOU. Outside work, I run regularly to stay fit and healthy; this year I'm aiming to complete my third marathon and my first ultramarathon.

If you want help in experiencing Simone’s touch of an angel, I’m your guy 🫡

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Hometown
From the Garments Capital of the Philippines.

The best piece of advice I've ever been given is:
If you won’t choose a million over not waking up tomorrow, that means you, waking up tomorrow is worth a million. So be thankful.

If I weren't so damn good at my job, I'd probably be:
A standup comedian.

What's the most inspiring part of your job?
The ability to stay with my family while working, and effectively providing support for our clients’ wellbeing.

If you could be anywhere other than here, right this minute, where would you be? (Don’t overthink it!)
Japan! I’ll even teleport there for no reason.

What do you think are the best skills that you bring to your job?
My ability to adapt, relate, and communicate.

Before I became an ..., I was a ...
Administrative Assistant Extraordinaire, I was a Software Quality Engineer.

What tiny habit gives you way too much confidence?
When people laugh with me, it boosts my confidence to connect with them more and make them laugh more.

What’s your favorite oddball hobby outside work?
Exhausting myself with a lot of running and exercising.

What’s your go-to cheat code for getting stuff done?
Make a list and prioritize it accordingly.

What’s the weirdest fact you know?
Did you know that wombats have literally toughened booties, so tough they effectively twerk foes to death.