About Us
Simeon Darwick Birnbaum, LMT
Massage - Coaching - Yoga- Courses
www.jyfliving.com
Welcome to Joyful Living! Sim has helped people overcome their barriers to fitness and health since 2006. He is a licensed Massage Therapist, Health and Fitness Coach, RYT-500 Yoga Instructor and Life Coach. He has taught in places such as the Omega Institute in New York and Blue Spirit Retreat Center in Costa Rica.
Simeon's gifts as a Massage Therapist has brought him to practice at Hospicare, The Cancer Resource Center, Cornell Men's Tennis Team and a variety of private clients. He believes we can explore health and joy through movement, connection and laughter. Reconnecting and digesting our emotions, we can experience inherent joy, the freedom to be present, and to create a new possibility of wellbeing.
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Simeon D.
License: NY #029013-1
40 Verified Reviews
Bodywork Services
Massage
Massage with Somatic Coaching
Massage with Private Yoga Session
Yoga Services
Yoga and Fitness Privates
Couples Yoga
Special Offers
Package of Ten 60-Minute Massages, Get One Free
Package of Ten 90-Minute Massages, Get One Free
Bodywork Services
Out Call Massage
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Bruce
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Aug 31
Sim is knowledgeable, caring and skilled - perhaps the best massage therapist I’ve met.
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Susan
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Jul 20
From start to finish, my first massage with Sim was a great experience. Besides the skillful use of his hands to help stretch and open tight areas, his communication is exceptional. He was consistently attentive to what I needed, prompting me for feedback and sharing (as I desired) what he noticed. His signature laughter and joyful approach to bodywork was disarming, and it contributed enormously to me being able to tune into the experience, let go of multiple layers of holding, and leave with a deep calm and sense of well-being. I had zero hesitation when asked if I wanted to reschedule -- yes please!
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Rebecca
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Jul 20
I had a great massage from Simeon. He is warm and welcoming and the atmosphere is relaxing. I will be returning for more services.
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Andrew
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May 26
Simeon's work takes place in multiple realms. Spiritual awareness and attention amplify the physical portion of the interaction. And accomplished in a joyful manner.
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Chelsie
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May 20
Sim was aware, intuitive, and playful. Focusing on my breath with his movements was deeply healing and comforting. Thank you!
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Anne
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Apr 13
Simeon is a special being. He is a "gifted" practitioner and teacher. His laughter prompts are contagious and a powerful resource that he channels for healing.
I am grateful to have his body-work and his guidance.
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RJ
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Apr 10
Sim's communication skills are astounding. He is atuned to your needs, even if you aren't...yet.
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Irene
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Mar 16
It's always a pleasure to work with Sim. He consistently impresses me with how good of a masseuse he is!
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Ellen
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Feb 18
I will be telling my friends about my excellent experience at JYFLiving! Sim was excellent taking into account my complex orthopedic history and I received an excellent massage! I have scheduled additional sessions and look forward to more!
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Anne
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Feb 17
Experienced and masterful trigger point work. Simeon is very present with what is happening in your body. I would say it’s a collaborative massage where both of you are working to heal tensions, knots, pain, and muscle resistance. His technique is geared to you. It is definitely not a one-size-fits-all hot stone routine.
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Sim is knowledgeable, caring and skilled - perhaps the best massage therapist I’ve met.
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From start to finish, my first massage with Sim was a great experience. Besides the skillful use of his hands to help stretch and open tight areas, his communication is exceptional. He was consistently attentive to what I needed, prompting me for feedback and sharing (as I desired) what he noticed. His signature laughter and joyful approach to bodywork was disarming, and it contributed enormously to me being able to tune into the experience, let go of multiple layers of holding, and leave with a deep calm and sense of well-being. I had zero hesitation when asked if I wanted to reschedule -- yes please!
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I had a great massage from Simeon. He is warm and welcoming and the atmosphere is relaxing. I will be returning for more services.
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Service Received: Massage with Simeon D.
Simeon's work takes place in multiple realms. Spiritual awareness and attention amplify the physical portion of the interaction. And accomplished in a joyful manner.
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Service Received: Massage with Simeon D.
Sim was aware, intuitive, and playful. Focusing on my breath with his movements was deeply healing and comforting. Thank you!
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Service Received: Massage with Simeon D.
Simeon is a special being. He is a "gifted" practitioner and teacher. His laughter prompts are contagious and a powerful resource that he channels for healing.
I am grateful to have his body-work and his guidance.
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Service Received: Massage with Simeon D.
Sim's communication skills are astounding. He is atuned to your needs, even if you aren't...yet.
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It's always a pleasure to work with Sim. He consistently impresses me with how good of a masseuse he is!
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I will be telling my friends about my excellent experience at JYFLiving! Sim was excellent taking into account my complex orthopedic history and I received an excellent massage! I have scheduled additional sessions and look forward to more!
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Experienced and masterful trigger point work. Simeon is very present with what is happening in your body. I would say it’s a collaborative massage where both of you are working to heal tensions, knots, pain, and muscle resistance. His technique is geared to you. It is definitely not a one-size-fits-all hot stone routine.
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My massage feels refreshing when finished.
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Sim was terrific. I've had a handful of massages in the Kalamazoo area over the last year and none have compared to Sim's in skill, precision, and effectiveness. I'm looking forward to returning next month and highly recommend Sim's services to anyone who seeks therapeutic bodywork.
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Worked on areas that needed to be massaged.
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Laugh through the pain😀
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Absolutely
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Jim Jackson: Definitely
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This was amazing, just what I needed, and so nourishing for the soul.
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I can’t wait to go back.
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I've been getting massages over some 40 years in a handful of cities, and Sim is among the best therapists I've known.
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Felt SO much better after my massage.
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Sim was fantastic and I had a very relaxing massage. Will be coming back!
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Appreciated the time Sim took to understand my shoulder injury and how to improve it through massage therapy.
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This was the best massage I've ever had! Sim's attention to detail and ability to make you truly relax and get comfortable is like no other massage therapist I've experienced! I am happily booked for another massage in a month. Gracias por todo:)
Business response:
They You Irene. What makes a great massage is a great massage client. Thanks for being clear in your communication. Gracias:)
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This has been my first adventures into massage, and Sim has been an amazing guide.
Business response:
Thank you for being open and an excellent massage client.
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I have gone to a number of massage therapist and there is no question that Sim is the best both in technique and understanding your body. I have pains and aches from athletic activities and Sim knows how to use massage to ease those pains. At the same time he is sensitive to how I am feeling and adjusts accordingly. Besides pain relief his massage is relaxing and relieves stress.
I would highly recommended Sim for a wonderful massage.
Business response:
Thank you so much for feedback. I appreciate it.
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Sim is excellent and is great at finding problem areas.
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Excellent deep tissue massage!
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Very Relaxing
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Simeon is a wonderful practitioner. He's empathetic and intuitive to energy needs. His holistic approach is healing and his laughter is infectious!
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THE BEST! INCREDIBLE
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When you book a massage with Shimon, it's going to be the most important thing you can do for yourself.
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Wonderful, interactive, deep, joyful!
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I always enjoy my massages from SImeon. He always asks what is bothering me and is sensitive to addressing those needs. It's clear that he has good knowledge of the intricate human body and he has a variety of massage modalities that he draws from which are really useful for getting the tension out of some of the tough spots. He's strong when he needs to be but can also be gentle and smooth and he has some really nice aromatherapy products that he uses. He's a great model of fitness and health himself and its great to absorb his knowledge. He's also just generally a very uplifting person and his joy just kind of seeps in to you through his hands and words and laughter. I'd highly recommend him if you're in need of some acute physical attention or just in the mood for a feel-good, relaxing massage.
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Simeon’s perfect intuition is everything dreams are made of!!! GO...BOOK NOW!!!
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Thank you so much!
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Definition of what a holistic massage experience should be!
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I have MS
in a wheelchair
I have not moved like this in years !
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Simeon is by far the best and most skilled massage therapist I have ever worked with. His approach and caring extend beyond the time you are on the table. Simeon actively engages every part of your mind and body to help you achieve your best self. He is both receptive and innovative. I cherish each opportunity I have had to work with such a skilled massage therapist and person.
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Simeon works on what you need him too as well as trying new techniques out. It's such a great and relaxing time while you are being worked on. Excellent!
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I cannot say enough good things about Shimon! He not only gives a wonderful massage, but he is also kind, accepting, and fun. My bi-weekly sessions keep me healthy for my very physical job and also lift my spirits. Highly recommend.
