The Original Hug Mobster
Armed with Love!
Edie is internationally known as the Hug Mobster, emphasizing the importance of consensual, non-sexual touch.
Speaker and Writer
Watch Edie's TEDx Talk
Overcoming the Taboo of Touch
Rev. Edie Weinstein, TEDx FaurotPark
If people are introduced to the idea that nurturing, platonic touch, by consent is natural, healing and necessary to feed skin hunger, they are more likely to feel connected to the world around them. In professional psychotherapeutic settings, for too long, we have believed the trope that therapists shouldn’t touch their clients for fear of negative impact.
Ordained Interfaith Minster and Reiki Master
Rev. Edie Weinstein, MSW, LSW is a graduate of the New Seminary in New York City and an ordained Interfaith Minister assigned to the staff of The Interfaith Temple.
She is also a certified Reiki Master in reiki energy healing.
"Edie speaks truth and authenticity in the most heartfelt, and inspiring way. I often find myself seeking out her work in times of struggle and when I just want to smile ear to ear."
Betsy Chasse
Author, Filmmaker, and Producer of What the Bleep Do We Know?
"Edie Weinstein is the complete professional, it’s always a joy to be on her program. But most importantly, this wonderful soul whose love for life and enthusiasm for her craft is a dear friend."
Don Miguel Ruiz, Jr.
Author and Speaker
Edie was a star speaker. Well-prepared, professional, and was able to connect with an audience in a human, engaging and interesting way. She was the closing act for the show because she was so strong. Edie is highly recommended!"
Lisa Hickey
CEO/Publisher, The Good Men Project