VPB Collective - Tim Grae

Tim Grae — Redefining Wellness Through Cultural Healing

Tim Grae is a top-tier wellness strategist, award-winning Master Massage Therapist, and founder of Grae Wellness—New York City’s only Black-owned wellness studio in Union Square. With over a decade of experience and more than 10,000 sessions performed, Tim has built a sanctuary for recovery, performance, and holistic care that serves athletes, executives, Broadway performers, and creatives alike.

Why It Matters

• Challenge: Many wellness spaces overlook the cultural and emotional dimensions of healing—especially for communities of color.

• Approach: Tim blends Eastern medicine, bodywork, and cultural wellness practices to create inclusive recovery programs and national activations. His approach is rooted in presence, restoration, and empowerment.

• Impact: Through Grae Wellness and his podcast, Melanated Medicine, Tim amplifies BIPOC wellness leaders and reframes self-care as a foundation for longevity, creativity, and leadership.

Fast Facts

• Focus Areas: Wellness Strategy • Bodywork & Recovery • Cultural Healing

• Affiliations: Grae Wellness • Melanated Medicine Podcast • Equinox Alumni

• Credentials: Master Massage Therapist • Certified Stretch Therapy Instructor

• Location: New York City

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Editor’s Note: Part of the VPB Collective — Builders, Backers & Believers creating scalable impact at the intersection of Capital, Capacity, and Community.