Understanding the Formal Complaint and Its Importance
This page outlines Rob Gryder’s formal complaint regarding events at Blissful Rebellion Massage on November 9, 2025, underscoring the significance of maintaining professionalism and respect within massage therapy licensure.
Addressing the Serious Concerns Reported at Blissful Rebellion Massage
This page presents Rob Gryder’s formal complaint detailing unprofessional actions by licensee Lauren Silunas at Blissful Rebellion Massage, emphasizing the need for respect and professionalism in massage therapy.
Incident Overview
An account of the November 9, 2025 incident where payment disputes escalated unnecessarily, leading to police involvement and emotional conduct inconsistent with professional standards.
Professional Standards Importance
Highlighting the crucial role of ethical behavior and adherence to state licensure rules to ensure trust and respect in massage therapy practices.
Complaint Resolution Path
Explaining the formal complaint process filed with IDFPR to address and rectify issues stemming from the reported misconduct at Blissful Rebellion Massage.
Formal Complaint Overview
This page details the formal complaint lodged by Rob Gryder against Blissful Rebellion Massage’s licensee, highlighting concerns over professional conduct and regulatory compliance.
November 9, 2025
Incident Date
The complaint centers on an incident involving inappropriate escalation of a payment dispute to law enforcement authorities.
Lauren Silunas
Licensee Name
Allegations include unprofessional behavior, disclosure of police involvement, and use of emotionally charged language during the dispute.
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
Regulatory Body
The complaint underscores the importance of maintaining professional standards and respecting state licensure regulations in massage therapy.
Oswego, IL
Location
This section highlights the geographic context of the complaint and the business involved.
Review the Detailed Formal Complaint
On November Ninth, 2025, at Blissful Rebellion Massage in Oswego, IL, I received services from Lauren Emma (AKA: married name), or licensee Lauren Silunas (Lic. #227013872 & #131011283). Following the service, my initial form of payment was declined. The licensee attempted a 2ⁿᵈ form of payment which also failed. Instead of attempting to resolve the payment with me via standard professional means, the licensee immediately proceeded to the local police department to file a report. Shortly thereafter, Lauren Silunas messaged me directly, disclosing the police report’s existence, asserting that my conduct was ‘inappropriate’ & ‘disgusting,’ & unilaterally refusing to accept a 3ʳᵈ payment attempt or offer any future services. Furthermore, she issued a personal warning to ‘keep away from her in the future.’ This entire sequence—the escalation of a financial dispute to law enforcement without notice, the disclosure of a police report, the use of inappropriate, judgmental, & emotional language, & the personal prohibition against contact—constitutes Gross Unprofessional Conduct, Unethical Practice, & a severe breach of professional boundaries that warrants investigation.
From Love of Every Truly Professional LMT & Respect for Its State Licensure,
Rob Gryder
℡(331)308-0331
Founding Chairman
