About EM Wellness Massage

NYC Massage Therapy • Deep Tissue • Prenatal • Sports • Touch Healing

Hi, I’m Erskine “E / EM” Melville

I’m a licensed massage therapist in New York City with over 20 years of experience helping clients find relief, balance, and renewal through touch therapy.

What makes my work unique is that I’m legally blind. I don’t rely on sight — instead, I tune into the body with visceral awareness. Clients often describe my approach as intuitive and healing, which is simply part of who I am.

My Journey

I discovered massage therapy early in life, drawn to its power to heal, calm, and restore. Over time, I integrated my own experiences, and being visually impaired sharpened my sensitivity: I listen to sensations, respond to energy, and trust instinct. This visceral awareness, combined with formal training, shapes every session.

My Philosophy

Wellness isn’t just about easing tension — it’s about reconnecting mind-body balance. My approach is integrative: I weave deep tissue techniques with intuitive insight to help you release stress, recover from injury, and uncover the root of discomfort through TOUCH THERAPY.

What You Can Expect

• Relief from chronic or acute pain, muscle tension, and scar tissue
• Support for prenatal and postnatal bodies
• Recovery and maintenance for athletes
• A deeply restorative, mind-body experience built on trust and presence

My Credentials

• Licensed Massage Therapist — 20+ years (New York)
• Member, American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA)
• Specialized training in deep tissue, prenatal, sports recovery, and touch therapy

My Values & Vision

I believe in the power of touch as a pathway to transformation. My vision is for EM Wellness Massage to be a sanctuary: a place where you can come not just to “get a massage,” but to be heard, to heal, and to grow.

Let’s Connect

Whether you’re dealing with stress, pain, or just need a reset, I’m here to help.