Massage therapy should offer healing, relaxation, and relief—not trauma. Sadly, some massage spa clients in New York have experienced the unimaginable: sexual abuse at the hands of a therapist or spa employee. These violations often occur in private settings, making them difficult to prove and deeply personal to process.
At Survivors of Abuse NY, we provide strong, confidential legal representation for survivors of sexual abuse in massage settings. Whether the abuse happened in a chain spa, privately owned massage parlor, hotel wellness center, or alternative health studio, our attorneys help victims hold both the perpetrator and business accountable.
What Counts as Sexual Abuse in Massage Settings?
Sexual abuse during massage therapy can take many forms, including:
Inappropriate touching of private areas
Non-consensual genital contact
Undraping or exposing a client unnecessarily
Sexual comments, propositions, or gestures
Continued touching after being asked to stop
Even if the act is subtle or masked as a therapeutic technique, you have a right to bodily autonomy. The massage therapist’s license and ethical obligations demand strict adherence to professional boundaries.
Where Abuse Often Occurs
Massage abuse can happen in:
Chain massage businesses (e.g., Massage Envy, Hand & Stone)
Independent spas and salons
Hotel or resort spa facilities
Physical therapy and wellness centers
In-home massage appointments
Regardless of the location, clients have the right to a safe, respectful environment.
Filing a Civil Lawsuit for Massage Sexual Abuse in NY
Survivors can file a civil lawsuit seeking damages against:
The individual who committed the abuse
The spa or franchise that hired them
Owners or managers who failed to act on prior complaints
Licensing boards that ignored patterns of misconduct
Compensation in civil cases may include:
Mental health treatment and therapy
Emotional pain, humiliation, and trauma
Medical bills and physical injury treatment
Lost wages or canceled work due to trauma
Punitive damages in cases of gross negligence
You do not need a criminal conviction to file a civil case. Our team builds strong, survivor-focused cases using your account, expert witnesses, and facility records.
Why Choose Survivors of Abuse NY
Decades of experience in sexual abuse civil litigation
Survivor-first, trauma-informed legal team
No fees unless we recover compensation
Full confidentiality and respect for your story
If you were sexually abused during a massage in New York, don’t suffer in silence. Legal action can bring justice—and help ensure no one else is harmed by the same spa or therapist.
