Welcome To My Practice

I've been a North Carolina Massage Therapist (Lic. #6858) since 2007, and I've been in private practice since 2010.

I worked in restaurants in high school and college, drove an ice cream truck, and eventually made my way North to spend two years fishing and crabbing commercially in the waters off Alaska. I experienced my first professional massage sessions while in Homer, Alaska. I've always been physically active, but the rigors of Bering Sea crabbing and Gulf of Alaska longlining tested me, and the massage therapy I received made a huge impact... The seed was planted.

 

After returning to the Lower 48, I spent nearly 10 years in the electronic security field before making the move to pursue massage therapy at the Body Therapy Institute.

I bring a commitment to understanding the human body, how it moves, how it heals, and how we all can move through the world with more ease.

 

I employ basic Swedish and Deep Tissue/MyoFascial techniques to engage the soft tissues and help facilitate ease of motion. While massage can be employed to bring temporary relief from physical pain or stress, my real passion is discovering the often-subtle habits we have that contribute to our discomfort. Using massage to get reacquainted with our physical selves can also support our overall well-being by finding time to not only allow our body's natural recovery processes, but by giving our entire being a chance to slow down and be in the moment.

Take some time to read about how Massage and Bodywork Therapy can help support you. Consider what it is you hope to get from your session. Read reviews from past clients to help get a sense of what to expect  Visit the FAQ Page to get more detailed information, and be sure to familiarize yourself with my policies before scheduling. Feel free to reach out to me directly with any questions: 919-886-6858

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Thanks again!

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Aaron Shay

NCLMBT #6858