LGBTQIA+ Pride Month Special

MaMassage® serves the pregnant client, however they identify, whatever their history, and each session is tailored specifically to the client’s needs and goals after establishing trust between the client and the therapist. This practice is inclusive of non-pregnant clients who identify as women, transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming. We do not treat cisgender heterosexual male clients- please email if you need a referral to another practice. MaMassage® Brooklyn includes Kiera Nagle, MA, LMT, Adrianne Ansley, BA, LMT, and Susana Melendez, LMT.

Kiera Nagle, MA, LMT has been practicing massage therapy and reiki for 15 years. She is also a DONA-trained birth doula. Kiera has worked in integrative settings such as the  Olson Center for Women’s Health at University of Nebraska Medical Center. She taught massage therapy students at CUNY-Queensborough Community College and supervised massage interns treating high risk antepartum patients at  Northwell Katz’ Women’s Hospital for 10 years.  Kiera is also faculty and clinical supervisor at  Pacific College of Health and Science NY where she served as the Director of the Asian Holistic Health and Massage Therapy Program for many years. She is the creator of MaMassage® a curriculum for Prenatal, Labor and Postpartum Massage Therapy Continuing Education training. Kiera is also a Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist, Manual Lymph Drainage Therapist, and has certification in Fascial Moving Taping.  Kiera's private practice focuses on massage for Women’s Health and trauma informed care. Kiera was the 2018-2019  Massage Therapy Foundation Community Service Grant Recipient for her work with survivor/clients at the NYC Based non-profit organization Womankind. Kiera experienced an amazing pregnancy, which was highlighted by a weekly massage, and is the mother of an amazing kid! She is grateful to share her skills and knowledge of massage therapy with those who need it most.  

Kiera Nagle NPI number: 1972909638

Adrianne Ansley, BFA/LMT, (she/her) came to the practice of massage through her experience as a dancer, having sustained injuries that were treated and rehabilitated with massage therapy. Adrianne holds a BFA in Dance from FL State University, and an Associate’s Degree in Massage Therapy from Pacific College of Health and Science. At Pacific College, Adrianne completed an internship at Womankind, a local non-profit organization that serves survivors of gender-based violence. Under Kiera Nagle’s supervision, Adrianne provided trauma-informed massage care to her clients, while developing trust and creating client centered treatment plans. Adrianne specializes in myofascial release, and an integrated blend of eastern massage modalities. She is currently completing MaMassage® pre & postnatal massage training and looks forward to specializing in this work with Kiera’s mentorship. Care and consideration are the foundations of each of Adrianne’s professional relationships. Adrianne has over a dozen years of experience as a professional dancer and teacher. Her dance work has afforded her a movement-based vocabulary and comprehension of kinesiology which dovetails with her massage training. Adrianne’s energy and skill distinguish her as a wellness professional. Several years of experience in administrative and health environments have helped to foster Adrianne’s outstanding communication skills to ensure client satisfaction. Adrianne leads with kindness and brings an open mind when meeting new clients. Adrianne’s intention is that in every massage therapy session, she and the client will work together to facilitate a self-healing journey towards empowerment.

Susana Melendez (Su/Sah/Na)  She/Her embarked on this journey in bodywork and touch healing in 2019. She is a licensed massage therapist with a passion for holistic wellness. Susana majored in dance at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Performing Arts, and at Hunter College, where she studied comparative religion as well. She has worked with amazing choreographers such as Sally Silvers and Ron Brown. Her love for movement, both physical and mental (neuroscience-based) motivates her to incorporate into sessions the ways both realms connect for each individual. Susana draws from these experiences to create a rhythmic blend of modalities. 

Susana became motivated to learn more about prevention and healing, and was drawn to Pacific College. There, Susana completed an internship with the guidance of Kiera Nagle, who created a safe space to introduce healing touch at Womankind , a local nonprofit that serves survivors of gender-based violence and trauma. In that context, Susana learned how to put the client first, hold space, and enjoy the process and exchange of energy. Her work incorporates both Eastern and Western touch with a focused love for Swedish Massage, MyoFascial Release, Shiatsu, and Acupressure. Susana is certified in perinatal massage through the mentorship of Kiera / MaMassage. Inspired by her training, Susana feels drawn to be present for individuals that need care during their own specific journeys.

Susana welcomes all individuals and experiences to massage therapy with the verve of learning from each and every one. She loves ocean therapy, Qi Gong, and sound healing. Susana habla español.

Please be aware when booking appointments with credit card prepayment, you may reschedule the appointment if needed prior to the 24 hour cancellation/reschedule without penalty window. If you cancel the appointment entirely prior to the 24 hour cancellation window, you will be charged a $5 credit card processing fee (this fee does not entirely cover our loss in CC fees for canceled appointments.) For gift card purchases, refunded gift cards will also incur the $5 CC loss.  f you are not sure about your appointment scheduling or gift card purchase, and don''t want to risk the $5 loss, please email kiera@mamassage.org for questions.