About

Nick Rivera, LMT

Nick's path into bodywork began not in a treatment room, but on a wrestling mat in Brooklyn, NY — where captaining his high school team first taught him how deeply the body and mind are intertwined. That early curiosity about movement and performance led him into strength training and personal fitness coaching by 2009.

While studying exercise science in college, a mentor introduced him to a more expansive understanding of health — one rooted in breath, nervous system balance, and the emotional dimensions of physical pain. It reshaped everything. He went on to study massage therapy at the Swedish Institute in New York City, earning an Associate's degree in Occupational Studies, and has since deepened his practice through Thai massage, Reiki, sound therapy, and a root-cause, whole-person approach studied at one of the leading integrative health institutes.

Today, Nick brings all of that — the discipline, the curiosity, the deep respect for the body's intelligence — into every session. Outside the treatment room, he's a devoted husband and father, happiest outdoors with his family and dog, or exploring a new restaurant with people he loves.

As others have said

Nick Rivera is widely regarded as one of Santa Fe's most gifted bodywork practitioners — not simply for his technical skill, but for something harder to define and more difficult to teach.

Clients return again and again because of how he listens. Not just with his hands, but with his full presence — meeting each person exactly where they are, responding to what the body is asking for rather than following a script.

Those who come to Nick describe feeling truly heard, deeply worked, and genuinely cared for. Many arrive carrying pain they've carried for years. Many leave with something lighter.

He is, as one client put it simply — a healer.

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ · Consistently Five-Star Reviewed

What I Offer

Services

Each session is tailored to address pain and imbalance while supporting your body's natural capacity to self-regulate, release tension, and return toward alignment.

Please note: same-day and last-minute appointments are not available. Advance booking is appreciated.

Integrative Massage

80 min — $150 · 110 min — $200

A harmonious blend of Western and Eastern techniques tailored to your needs. Seamlessly weaves deep tissue methods, myofascial techniques, Thai massage stretches, shiatsu, reflexology, and more — delivering improved circulation, enhanced flexibility, and effective pain relief.

Massage + Cupping

80 min — $160 · 110 min — $210

Therapeutic massage blended with cupping — an ancient technique using gentle suction to increase blood flow, loosen tight muscles, and release fascial restrictions. Cups may be placed stationary or moved across the skin for deep relief and lasting recovery.

Sports / Thai Integrated

80 min — $165 · 110 min — $220

Focused on soft tissue, fascia, tendons, and ligaments to address imbalances from athletic activity. Improves range of motion, flexibility, and manages sports-related pain. Active release and Thai stretch techniques are used for mobility. Energizing and upbeat in nature.

Harmonic Fusion Massage

80 min — $160 · 110 min — $210

Himalayan singing bowls blend with intuitive bodywork to promote deep relaxation and balance. Their soothing vibrations resonate at the cellular level to harmonize energy, release tension, align natural flow, and foster a profound sense of peace and well-being.

Going Deeper

Integrative Assessments

Integrative Body & Lifestyle Assessment

(2) 90 min sessions · $450

Most bodywork addresses where you hurt. This goes further — into why. Through a comprehensive lifestyle questionnaire and orthopedic assessments, we listen to your body on every level: how you move, where you hold tension, and how your daily habits shape the way you feel. The goal isn't just relief — it's understanding the root of what's keeping you stuck.

What follows is a massage session shaped entirely by what we discover together — more intentional, more specific, and more aligned with what your body actually needs. Ideal for those living with chronic tension, recurring pain, or anyone who wants their bodywork to go deeper than the surface.

Not sure if this is the right fit? Start with a free 30-minute consultation — a chance to share what's going on, ask questions, and explore whether this level of depth is what you're looking for.

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A commitment to your health

Self-Care = Health-Care

Monthly Membership

One massage per month at a discounted rate — because regular bodywork isn't a luxury, it's a commitment to your health. No contracts. Cancel any time.

Self-Care Standard

^$130

per month · 80 min session

One 80-minute integrative massage per month at a discounted rate, plus ongoing member benefits.

50% off additional 80-min integrative massage sessions
50% off 80-min integrative massage gift certificates
5% off all other massage services

No contracts — cancel any time with 30 days' notice. Sessions do not roll over. Valid credit/debit card required. Limited space available.

Self-Care Plus

^$165

per month · 110 min session

One 110-minute integrative massage per month at a discounted rate, plus enhanced member benefits.

50% off additional 110-min integrative massage sessions
50% off 110-min integrative massage gift certificates
5% off all other massage services

No contracts — cancel any time with 30 days' notice. Sessions do not roll over. Valid credit/debit card required. Limited space available.

Membership is Limited & By Approval

Membership spots are limited and require a brief consultation before approval. If you're interested, reach out directly and we'll find out if it's the right fit.

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