Rachel McArdle, LMT
Licensed massage therapist offering deep tissue, sports, therapeutic, prenatal, lymphatic drainage, and remedial massage, as well as cupping. Has a 5-star rating with over 120 reviews.
Overview
Rachel McArdle, LMT is a licensed massage therapist operating a solo practice at 136 Gibbs St in Rochester, NY. A graduate of the Onondaga School of Therapeutic Massage, McArdle also holds a Manual Lymph Drainage Certification (MLD-C) and has been practicing under Rachel McArdle, LMT, Inc. since October 2019. Before entering massage therapy, she worked as an esthetician, gaining experience in high-end spas and dermatology offices — a background that informs her detail-oriented approach to bodywork.
What They Offer
Rachel McArdle, LMT provides a range of massage modalities tailored to individual client needs:
- Deep tissue massage
- Sports massage
- Therapeutic massage
- Prenatal massage
- Lymphatic drainage massage
- Remedial massage
- Relaxing full-body massage
- Cupping
Her manual lymph drainage certification sets her apart from many general-practice massage therapists in the Rochester area, making her practice a destination for clients seeking that specific modality. She also incorporates trigger point therapy and Swedish massage techniques into her sessions. The practice is open seven days a week, generally from morning through early evening.
Known For
Rachel McArdle, LMT is known for her specialization in manual lymphatic drainage, backed by her MLD-C credential, alongside a broad menu of massage styles that address both relaxation and targeted pain relief. Her prior career in esthetics and skin care gives her a cross-disciplinary perspective uncommon among massage therapists. The practice operates as a one-on-one setting rather than a multi-therapist spa, and McArdle works with clients who have specific health considerations, including chronic pain and post-surgical recovery needs.
Location & Neighborhood
The practice is located at 136 Gibbs St in Rochester's 14605 zip code, near the High Falls district along the Genesee River. This neighborhood, historically Rochester's first commercial corridor dating to the early 1800s, has been revitalized with converted industrial lofts, creative offices, and small businesses occupying former mills and factories. The area sits just north of the Inner Loop and east of the Kodak Office Tower, making it accessible from downtown Rochester. Street parking is available along Gibbs St and surrounding blocks.
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