Richard has an extensive background in Health Education. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Parks and Recreation with a concentration in Therapeutic Recreation from UNC Wilmington, and his Certification in Massage Therapy from Coastal Carolina Institute. He is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association. Nationally Certified by the National Council of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. Licensed in the State of NC as a Massage and Bodywork Therapist.

Continuing education courses include:

• Foot and Hand Reflexology
• Myoskeletal Alignment Techniques
• Thai Massage
• Myofascial Release for back and legs
• Soft Tissue Re-Balancing (The Berry Method of Corrective Massage).
• Neuromuscular Therapy and Advanced Deep Tissue
• Structural Release Massage Techniques
• Myopractic Deep Muscle Therapy Training
• Myokinesthetic System
• Lymphatic Drainage Massage
• Professionalism and Ethics
• CPR
• Insurance Billing for Medical Massage
• Sports Massage
• Ethics For Massage Practice

Outside of table massages in my office, I perform On-Site Chair Massages in the workplace. Currently, I have offered this service to many offices such as, Screen Gems Studios, mortgage companies, banks, schools, lawyers, television stations, dental offices, etc. The popularity of this service has been a valuable asset to the workplace.

With my college education in Therapeutic Recreation from UNC Wilmington and my background working in a local Rehabilitation Hospital setting, has provided me with an excellent background and referral base that has enhanced my service that I provide to my clients.

An important facet of my work is to combine bodywork with client education. I am committed to helping you attain your goals.