About Us
THERA-SSAGE services are provided by North Carolina
Licensed and Nationally Certified Massage Therapists and
Bodyworkers, Licensed Acupuncturists, a Licensed Doctor of
Chiropractic, a Registered Nurse trained in Aesthetics, and Energy
Workers.
D. Ezra Edgerton, Doctor of Chiropractic and Doctor of Naturopathy.
Dr. Edgerton has a BA in Geology from UNC-Chapel Hill and graduated from
Logan College of Chiropractic in St. Louis, Mo. Ezra's motto is Natural medicine
first, drugs second, surgery last. His philosophy is that the best doctors prevent
what they are treating! In addition to his expertise as a chiropractor, Ezra
practices naturopathy and is one of the most knowledgeable people about
nutrition we have ever met. Ezra does not believe in just throwing you on the
table and cracking your spine. He conducts a thorough intake interview and
may recommend nutritional changes that help reduce pain and conquer
inflammation, if that's one of your problems. Ezra practices traditional spinal
manipulation, and also uses adjunct therapies for people who are in fear of
getting a manipulation. Ezra prefers to treat the body as a whole, and
will work with you to make your body function as optimally and pain-
free as possible. In his spare time, Ezra also plays a mean fiddle and loves
horses. He also maintains a practice in Boiling Springs, North Carolina.
CHAMP ALLEN is a Master Teacher and Practitioner of Gendai Reiki. He has
been practicing energy work since 1999. Champ's compassionate touch
facilitates healing on a physical, emotional, and spiritual level. Champ is also a
graduate of The Whole You School of Massage & Bodywork in Rutherfordton,
NC, but prefers to limit his practice to energy modalities. Champ has also
studied addictions and counseling at Isothermal Community College, Western
Piedmont Community College, and Tennessee State University. Champ is also
the owner of Champ Allen Quality Carpentry. Champ has been wielding a
hammer for almost 40 years and does beautiful custom decks, cabinetry, etc.
You can reach him at 828-289-5049. In his spare time, Champ enjoys riding his
Harley, working on his Harley, or talking about his Harley.
LAURA ALLEN has been practicing Healing Touch since 1993 and massage
and bodywork since 1998. She is a graduate of The Whole You School of
Massage & Bodywork in Rutherfordton, NC. Laura is the author of the Plain &
Simple Guide to Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork Certification, published by
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins in July 2005, and has a new book just out, also
published by LWW, entitled One Year to a Successful Massage Therapy Practice.
She is an Approved Provider of Continuing Education under the National
Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork, offering a wide array
of continuing education classes for licensed therapists, as well as preparatory
classes for passing the NCE. She is currently serving a three-year term on the
North Carolina Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy and is a member of the
Carolina Emergency Response Massage Team Laura graduated with a degree
in psychology from Shaw University with honors and completed master's
classes in psychology through on-line study. Laura was featured in the "Best
Practices" column of Massage Magazine in the April/May 2006 issue and is a
frequent contributor to the magazine, including having a weekly blog on their e-
zine at www.massagemag.com. Laura works as a massage school and
practitioner consultant, and no longer personally accepts any new clients for
massage therapy except for occasional research projects. Laura is also well-
known as a singer, musician and songwriter in Western North Carolina and has
made appearances on public radio, public television, and is featured on 4
compilation CDs with various artists, including the critically acclaimed By the
Light of the Moon by Allen, Davis & Hogwild.
RAMONA BLANTON has worked at some of the finest spas in the United
States, and is a master of spa therapies. Ramona is also a Certified Kaya
Regeneration Practitioner, and if that isn't enough, she also gives a massage
that is profoundly relaxing. She keeps leaving us to go work in Cape Cod every
summer, but we're about to convince her to settle down!
JACK BOYD is Certified in The Rolf Method of Structural Integration. Jack's
work seeks to restore the body's natural framework after getting bent out of
shape by years of bad habits, stress, injury, and the hidden insidious effects of
fighting gravity. Jack is a graduate of the Guild for Structural Integration in
Boulder, Colorado, holds a B.S. from the University of Wisconsin, and is also
certified as a personal life coach from Landmark Education. He also maintains a
practice in Asheville, North Carolina. If you'd like to know more about Jack and
the original Rolf Method of Structural Integration, please visit his website at
www.healthru-structural-integration.com In his spare time, Jack enjoys
practicing yoga and living a green and healthy lifestyle.
JENNIFER BURNETT is a Licensed Acupuncturist and a Diplomat of the
National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Her
skill and easy-going manner will make even first-timers comfortable with the
needles. Acupuncture can address so many problems: chronic pain, lack of
energy, addictions, incontinence, insomnia, and more. She received her
Master’s in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine at Southwest Acupuncture
College in Boulder. During her educational endeavors, Jennifer received a
scholarship for high academic achievement in herbal medicine. She has a
particular interest in working with OB-GYN patients and with cancer patients.
Jennifer also maintains a practice in Asheville, North, Carolina.
WILLIAM BYERS is the latest addition to our staff. Will is from Greenhill and is
a graduate of The Whole You School of Massage & Bodywork. Will is the son of
my music partner Will Hogwild and has been like my adopted son for more than
20 years, and he gives one heck of a massage. During the busy tourist season,
Will does chair massage in beautiful downtown Chimney Rock whenever he's
not here.
DEANY MARTIN, RN is Certified in Microdermabrasion. We are particularly
proud of our process, which uses baking soda, not the toxic aluminum oxide
used in most other places. Deany is also a Certified Natural Health Professional
and is very knowledgeable about herbs and nutrition. Deany has been a
Registered Nurse since 1961, and has had a career as a humanitarian in the
jungles of Ecuador and Guatemala, and served on the Hospital Ship HOPE.
Deany speaks fluent French, Spanish, and Arabic, and currently acts as a multi-
lingual counselor and interpreter for the Rutherford County Health Department.
She is a graduate of the Samaritan School of Nursing in Ashland, Ohio. She is
currently attending classes in Manual Lymphatic Drainage through the Upledger
Institute. In her spare time, Deany is an accomplished actress who appears in
many theatrical productions in Western North Carolina.
MARILYN MATHEWS specializes in the Upledger Method of Manual
Lymphatic Drainage. The lymphatic system is the body's toxic dump.
Lymphatic Drainage is a gentle method of releasing toxins. Edema, migraines,
allergies, menstrual problems, and many other conditions are greatly improved.
Marilyn is a graduate of The Whole You School of Massage & Bodywork in
Rutherfordton, NC. Marilyn also maintains a practice in Weaverville, North
Carolina and enjoys traveling with her son.
KELLY MCPHERSON Kelly is a graduate of the Center for Massage and
Natural Healing in Weaverville, NC. Kelly specializes in relaxation massage,
deep tissue massage, and hot stone therapy. We hope you'll give Kelly a try.
She is the mother of two young girls and enjoys her dogs and frequent trips to
the beach to recharge.
TRACEY RATHBONE is a great addition to our staff. Tracey graduated from
The Whole You School of Massage & Bodywork in January of 2006. Tracey
enjoys putting people into a profound state of relaxation. She has also had
training in aromatherapy and spa techniques. Tracey is also a Reiki Master
practitioner and teacher, and was recently certified as a Kaya Regeneration
Therapy practitioner . Visit her website at http://www.reikilightandlove.com
MARY RICHARDSON is a compassionate and talented massage therapist and
educator. Mary is a graduate of The Whole You School of Massage & Bodywork
and is also trained in Spa Therapies, including all the treatments we offer here at
THERA-SSAGE. We're happy to welcome here to our roster of great therapists.
Mary has had a dual career for the past five years, teaching kindergarten in the
Rutherford County school system, and doing massage during school breaks.
We are happy to report that she has decided to devote herself to massage full-
time now, and we're lucky to get her!
CARLA TRAINUM specializes in Neuromuscular Therapy and Deep Tissue
Massage, and has a specialty in the treatment of TMJ dysfunction. Those who
suffer chronic pain benefit from regular massage. The difference in feeling well
and increased mobility speaks for itself. Carla is also a Reiki Master. Carla also
holds a degree in Agriculture from the University of Delaware. If you're nice, she
might give you gardening advice while you're on the table. Carla is a graduate of
The Whole You School of Massage & Bodywork in Rutherfordton, NC. Carla is a
singer and a drummer and Sunday nights can frequently be found jamming with
Laura Allen and the rest of the Hogwild gang.
HEATHER WILTSE is Certified as an Instructor as well as practitioner of Kaya
Regeneration Therapy. Heather is also trained in spa therapies, Hot Stone
Massage, and is very talented in the practice of Structural Rebalancing and
Neuromuscular Therapy. She is a graduate of The Whole You School of
Massage & Bodywork. Heather was drawn to the healing arts; a native of
California, she formerly worked as a chiropractic assistant in her father's
practice. In her spare time Heather is a serious student of belly-dancing.
OUR ENTIRE STAFF goes above and beyond what they are required to do in
pursuit of continuing education. We are proud of the fact that at almost any
given time, one of us is away attending a class and bringing new skills and new
knowledge back to the table to share with the rest of us. We are constantly
striving to update our skills and to learn new techniques for the benefit of
ourselves and our clients.
Licensed and Nationally Certified Massage Therapists and
Bodyworkers, Licensed Acupuncturists, a Licensed Doctor of
Chiropractic, a Registered Nurse trained in Aesthetics, and Energy
Workers.
D. Ezra Edgerton, Doctor of Chiropractic and Doctor of Naturopathy.
Dr. Edgerton has a BA in Geology from UNC-Chapel Hill and graduated from
Logan College of Chiropractic in St. Louis, Mo. Ezra's motto is Natural medicine
first, drugs second, surgery last. His philosophy is that the best doctors prevent
what they are treating! In addition to his expertise as a chiropractor, Ezra
practices naturopathy and is one of the most knowledgeable people about
nutrition we have ever met. Ezra does not believe in just throwing you on the
table and cracking your spine. He conducts a thorough intake interview and
may recommend nutritional changes that help reduce pain and conquer
inflammation, if that's one of your problems. Ezra practices traditional spinal
manipulation, and also uses adjunct therapies for people who are in fear of
getting a manipulation. Ezra prefers to treat the body as a whole, and
will work with you to make your body function as optimally and pain-
free as possible. In his spare time, Ezra also plays a mean fiddle and loves
horses. He also maintains a practice in Boiling Springs, North Carolina.
CHAMP ALLEN is a Master Teacher and Practitioner of Gendai Reiki. He has
been practicing energy work since 1999. Champ's compassionate touch
facilitates healing on a physical, emotional, and spiritual level. Champ is also a
graduate of The Whole You School of Massage & Bodywork in Rutherfordton,
NC, but prefers to limit his practice to energy modalities. Champ has also
studied addictions and counseling at Isothermal Community College, Western
Piedmont Community College, and Tennessee State University. Champ is also
the owner of Champ Allen Quality Carpentry. Champ has been wielding a
hammer for almost 40 years and does beautiful custom decks, cabinetry, etc.
You can reach him at 828-289-5049. In his spare time, Champ enjoys riding his
Harley, working on his Harley, or talking about his Harley.
LAURA ALLEN has been practicing Healing Touch since 1993 and massage
and bodywork since 1998. She is a graduate of The Whole You School of
Massage & Bodywork in Rutherfordton, NC. Laura is the author of the Plain &
Simple Guide to Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork Certification, published by
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins in July 2005, and has a new book just out, also
published by LWW, entitled One Year to a Successful Massage Therapy Practice.
She is an Approved Provider of Continuing Education under the National
Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork, offering a wide array
of continuing education classes for licensed therapists, as well as preparatory
classes for passing the NCE. She is currently serving a three-year term on the
North Carolina Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy and is a member of the
Carolina Emergency Response Massage Team Laura graduated with a degree
in psychology from Shaw University with honors and completed master's
classes in psychology through on-line study. Laura was featured in the "Best
Practices" column of Massage Magazine in the April/May 2006 issue and is a
frequent contributor to the magazine, including having a weekly blog on their e-
zine at www.massagemag.com. Laura works as a massage school and
practitioner consultant, and no longer personally accepts any new clients for
massage therapy except for occasional research projects. Laura is also well-
known as a singer, musician and songwriter in Western North Carolina and has
made appearances on public radio, public television, and is featured on 4
compilation CDs with various artists, including the critically acclaimed By the
Light of the Moon by Allen, Davis & Hogwild.
RAMONA BLANTON has worked at some of the finest spas in the United
States, and is a master of spa therapies. Ramona is also a Certified Kaya
Regeneration Practitioner, and if that isn't enough, she also gives a massage
that is profoundly relaxing. She keeps leaving us to go work in Cape Cod every
summer, but we're about to convince her to settle down!
JACK BOYD is Certified in The Rolf Method of Structural Integration. Jack's
work seeks to restore the body's natural framework after getting bent out of
shape by years of bad habits, stress, injury, and the hidden insidious effects of
fighting gravity. Jack is a graduate of the Guild for Structural Integration in
Boulder, Colorado, holds a B.S. from the University of Wisconsin, and is also
certified as a personal life coach from Landmark Education. He also maintains a
practice in Asheville, North Carolina. If you'd like to know more about Jack and
the original Rolf Method of Structural Integration, please visit his website at
www.healthru-structural-integration.com In his spare time, Jack enjoys
practicing yoga and living a green and healthy lifestyle.
JENNIFER BURNETT is a Licensed Acupuncturist and a Diplomat of the
National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Her
skill and easy-going manner will make even first-timers comfortable with the
needles. Acupuncture can address so many problems: chronic pain, lack of
energy, addictions, incontinence, insomnia, and more. She received her
Master’s in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine at Southwest Acupuncture
College in Boulder. During her educational endeavors, Jennifer received a
scholarship for high academic achievement in herbal medicine. She has a
particular interest in working with OB-GYN patients and with cancer patients.
Jennifer also maintains a practice in Asheville, North, Carolina.
WILLIAM BYERS is the latest addition to our staff. Will is from Greenhill and is
a graduate of The Whole You School of Massage & Bodywork. Will is the son of
my music partner Will Hogwild and has been like my adopted son for more than
20 years, and he gives one heck of a massage. During the busy tourist season,
Will does chair massage in beautiful downtown Chimney Rock whenever he's
not here.
DEANY MARTIN, RN is Certified in Microdermabrasion. We are particularly
proud of our process, which uses baking soda, not the toxic aluminum oxide
used in most other places. Deany is also a Certified Natural Health Professional
and is very knowledgeable about herbs and nutrition. Deany has been a
Registered Nurse since 1961, and has had a career as a humanitarian in the
jungles of Ecuador and Guatemala, and served on the Hospital Ship HOPE.
Deany speaks fluent French, Spanish, and Arabic, and currently acts as a multi-
lingual counselor and interpreter for the Rutherford County Health Department.
She is a graduate of the Samaritan School of Nursing in Ashland, Ohio. She is
currently attending classes in Manual Lymphatic Drainage through the Upledger
Institute. In her spare time, Deany is an accomplished actress who appears in
many theatrical productions in Western North Carolina.
MARILYN MATHEWS specializes in the Upledger Method of Manual
Lymphatic Drainage. The lymphatic system is the body's toxic dump.
Lymphatic Drainage is a gentle method of releasing toxins. Edema, migraines,
allergies, menstrual problems, and many other conditions are greatly improved.
Marilyn is a graduate of The Whole You School of Massage & Bodywork in
Rutherfordton, NC. Marilyn also maintains a practice in Weaverville, North
Carolina and enjoys traveling with her son.
KELLY MCPHERSON Kelly is a graduate of the Center for Massage and
Natural Healing in Weaverville, NC. Kelly specializes in relaxation massage,
deep tissue massage, and hot stone therapy. We hope you'll give Kelly a try.
She is the mother of two young girls and enjoys her dogs and frequent trips to
the beach to recharge.
TRACEY RATHBONE is a great addition to our staff. Tracey graduated from
The Whole You School of Massage & Bodywork in January of 2006. Tracey
enjoys putting people into a profound state of relaxation. She has also had
training in aromatherapy and spa techniques. Tracey is also a Reiki Master
practitioner and teacher, and was recently certified as a Kaya Regeneration
Therapy practitioner . Visit her website at http://www.reikilightandlove.com
MARY RICHARDSON is a compassionate and talented massage therapist and
educator. Mary is a graduate of The Whole You School of Massage & Bodywork
and is also trained in Spa Therapies, including all the treatments we offer here at
THERA-SSAGE. We're happy to welcome here to our roster of great therapists.
Mary has had a dual career for the past five years, teaching kindergarten in the
Rutherford County school system, and doing massage during school breaks.
We are happy to report that she has decided to devote herself to massage full-
time now, and we're lucky to get her!
CARLA TRAINUM specializes in Neuromuscular Therapy and Deep Tissue
Massage, and has a specialty in the treatment of TMJ dysfunction. Those who
suffer chronic pain benefit from regular massage. The difference in feeling well
and increased mobility speaks for itself. Carla is also a Reiki Master. Carla also
holds a degree in Agriculture from the University of Delaware. If you're nice, she
might give you gardening advice while you're on the table. Carla is a graduate of
The Whole You School of Massage & Bodywork in Rutherfordton, NC. Carla is a
singer and a drummer and Sunday nights can frequently be found jamming with
Laura Allen and the rest of the Hogwild gang.
HEATHER WILTSE is Certified as an Instructor as well as practitioner of Kaya
Regeneration Therapy. Heather is also trained in spa therapies, Hot Stone
Massage, and is very talented in the practice of Structural Rebalancing and
Neuromuscular Therapy. She is a graduate of The Whole You School of
Massage & Bodywork. Heather was drawn to the healing arts; a native of
California, she formerly worked as a chiropractic assistant in her father's
practice. In her spare time Heather is a serious student of belly-dancing.
OUR ENTIRE STAFF goes above and beyond what they are required to do in
pursuit of continuing education. We are proud of the fact that at almost any
given time, one of us is away attending a class and bringing new skills and new
knowledge back to the table to share with the rest of us. We are constantly
striving to update our skills and to learn new techniques for the benefit of
ourselves and our clients.
The world according to Champ:
" If I had known I was going to
live this long, I'd have taken
better care of myself! "
" If I had known I was going to
live this long, I'd have taken
better care of myself! "
The world according to
Laura:
" Thought is the most
powerful thing in the
Universe. Ask and ye
shall receive! "
Laura:
" Thought is the most
powerful thing in the
Universe. Ask and ye
shall receive! "
| Jack Boyd |
Jennifer Burnett,
Licensed
Acupuncturist and
Master of Oriental
Medicine. Jennifer
has a butterfly touch
with the needles.
Licensed
Acupuncturist and
Master of Oriental
Medicine. Jennifer
has a butterfly touch
with the needles.
| Tracey Rathbone |
| Carla Trainum |
The beautiful Deany Martin.
Her own skin is a testimony to
her skill in taking care of
yours. We don't have to say
how old she is, but the fact
that she's been an R.N. since
1961 is a pretty good indicator
that she looks great at any
age.
Her own skin is a testimony to
her skill in taking care of
yours. We don't have to say
how old she is, but the fact
that she's been an R.N. since
1961 is a pretty good indicator
that she looks great at any
age.
Heather Wiltse knows where
your pain is and how to get
you out of it.
your pain is and how to get
you out of it.
Kelly McPherson
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Dr. D. Ezra Edgerton,
Chiropractor and Naturopath
Chiropractor and Naturopath
