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John Williford

He/Him

Massage Therapist in Durham NC

NC License No.9351

Medical Massage Therapy

Thai Yoga Bodywork 

Osteopathic Joint Mobilization

Advanced Myofascial Techniques

Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization

Like Kerri, I am a Massage Therapist with 16 years of clinical experience in treating soft tissue function and pain. I use an osteopathic approach to treat muscle tension, pain, and stress, and improve range, quality, and ease of movement. I received my Bachelor of Science in Health Promotion from Appalachian State University and received my massage therapy diploma from the Body Therapy Institute in 2008. I have been practicing massage therapy since 2009.

I offer a wide range of massage therapy modalities because every body—and every season of life—needs something different. Whether you're craving the deeply nurturing flow of Esalen® Massage, the focused intensity of Esalen® Deep Bodywork or Deep Tissue work, or the performance-driven precision of Sports Massage, we tailor each session to meet you where you are. For moms-to-be, Pregnancy Massage provides safe, gentle support through each trimester. If you're seeking relief from tension patterns or chronic pain, techniques like Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, and Thai Yoga Bodywork can offer profound shifts. We also integrate advanced tools and methods such as Cupping, Lymphatic Drainage, IASTM (Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization), and Kinesiology Taping to enhance recovery and support the body’s natural healing. Functional therapies like Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization, Positional Release, Muscle Energy Techniques, and Joint Articulation Techniques help restore ease and balance to the way you move and feel. Your session is always guided by what your body is asking for—and what your life demands.

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Services

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Customized Massage Therapy

John employs an individualized plan of therapy, which can vary as uniquely as your needs. He takes a restorative approach to massage and bodywork, looking to assist people holistically, and not simply applying a script or sequence.

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Pregnancy Massage Therapy

Perinatal and postpartum massage, tailored therapeutic experience designed specifically for individuals during pregnancy and the postpartum period.

Focused Massage Treatments 

Discover a range of specialized treatments at Intero Bodywork. John offers a variety of focused treatments tailored to your needs, promoting relaxation and healing. To book an appointment with a focused treatment, select customized massage therapy from the menu. 

Mobility & Hyper-Mobility

For clients building strength to support their joints, we offer focused treatments to help increase and maintain ease of joint range of motion. 

We are especially experience with symptomatic joint hypermobility, Ehlers Danlos Syndome, Parkinson's, and many more. 

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Back, Neck, and Shoulder Focus

This targeted session tackles tension headaches, screen fatigue, TMJ Dysfunction, Carpal Tunnel, 'Text Neck,' Scoliosis, and injuries from sports or desk work.

Every minute is focused on relieving pain and restoring mobility, giving you a powerful, deeply healing experience exactly where you need it most

Spend the full time targeting what you need for a deeply healing experience.

DNS Breath + Movement

Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) enhances core stability and movement efficiency by retraining the body to use proper motor patterns based on developmental kinesiology. It helps prevent injury and improves athletic performance by optimizing joint alignment and muscle coordination. DNS also supports rehabilitation by restoring natural movement strategies and reducing compensatory patterns.

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Esalen® Massage

Esalen® Massage is a deeply relaxing and meditative form of bodywork developed at the Esalen Institute in Big Sur, California. Known for its long, flowing strokes, gentle rocking, and mindful presence, this massage is less about fixing and more about listening—inviting the body to soften and the mind to let go. Rather than working on the body,  practitioners work with the body, creating a sense of integration and wholeness. It's a nurturing, full-body experience that supports emotional release, nervous system regulation, and a return to your natural rhythm.

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"John is fantastic! He's knowledgeable, experienced, and attentive. I'll never go anywhere else."

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