About Us
Why choose Bull City Massage Therapy?
We do things a little different around here. Our massage therapists function as a team and we are committed to always go above and beyond for our clients. When you choose to visit BCMT, you receive access to a team of skilled massage therapists with a singular goal....
to help YOU on your wellness journey.
Each of us has a unique massage style and we utilize different therapeutic techniques. You may find that you prefer to stay with one therapist or rotate between us as needed but the focus is 100% on you. We provide custom, therapeutic sessions tailored to your specific needs to help you find balance in your body and your daily life. During your initial appointment, we will review your medical history to ensure the highest standard of care. Follow-up sessions include a review of your history and a discussion of new issues or concerns since your last session. Please let us know if anything needs to be adjusted for you during your session (massage pressure, table temperature, room temperature, music selection or volume, etc.).
We use organic/vegan massage products by Sacred Earth, raw organic shea butters, organic coconut and jojoba oil.
Maureen O'Brien, NCBTMB, LMBT NC #18566
Maureen is an experienced and dedicated massage therapist. After many years in the medical field, she turned to massage therapy as a more natural and holistic approach to healing. Maureen attended Salter School in Tewksbury, MA for her Licensed Massage Therapist Certification in 2009. Maureen incorporates a variety of massage therapy modalities including Swedish strokes, cupping, trigger point therapy, hot stones and energy work as needed for each person she cares for. Her gentle nature, patience and genuine empathy leave her clients feeling deeply relaxed and supported. With a desire to help those surviving and thriving after a cancer diagnosis, she attended specialized training with Tracy Walton in 2017 and finds her work with cancer patients greatly rewarding.
Professional Memberships and Certifications:
North Carolina Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy License # 18566
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork
Society for Oncology Massage Member 2018
Tracy Walton Oncology Massage Training Boston, MA 2017
Reiki Level I Attunement 2011
Kristen Butler, LMBT, NC #16155
A 2016 graduate of The Body Therapy Institute in Siler City, NC, Kristen was drawn to massage therapy after 13 years as a yoga instructor. Her extensive experience with the body/mind connection via yoga translates to her innate ability to create a truly relaxing massage session. She has a robust curiosity of the body’s complexity and powerful transformational ability, as well as an honest desire to help people find balance and feel their best.
Kristen’s client-focused style of massage is soothing to body and soul. Slow, intentional massage strokes and adaptable pressure support deep relaxation, encouraging the body’s innate healing response.
Kristen offers Swedish, Hot Stone, Prenatal, Oncology and Traditional Thai Foot Massage, often incorporating aromatherapy in her services.
North Carolina Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy License #16155
Spa Pregnancy Massage Certified
Medical Massage for the Oncology Patient Certified
Traditional Thai Foot Massage Certified
Shay Forbes, LMBT, NC #16783
Shay graduated Carteret Community College in Morehead City, NC with a diploma in Cosmetology in 2014 and Massage Therapy in 2017. She incorporates a variety of massage modalities and tools into her sessions, including cupping, hot packs and warm stones. Her massage technique is both therapeutic and healing. With a smooth and firm flow, gentle compression and continued presence, Shay provides relaxing, and results-driven treatments. She enjoys targeted massage work for problem areas like the back and hips to help facilitate real and noticeable change for her clients. Shay enjoys working with clients and teaching that massage therapy is essential to incorporate into a healthy lifestyle. Her education and passion for skincare shine through in her bright and energetic yet grounded personality.
North Carolina Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy License #16783
Devontae McCall, LMBT, NC #20046
Devontae is a thoughtful and caring practitioner, devoted to the art of massage therapy and passionate about helping others live their best lives. A graduate of Gwinnett College Massage Therapy program with over 800 training hours, Devontae discovered massage after experiencing a complete ACL and meniscus tear while playing basketball. He found therapeutic massage and PT were key to getting back to his active lifestyle. To Devontae, who is a lover of all sports, the Conor McGregor quote, “An injury is not just a process of recovery, it’s a process of discovery.”, deeply resonates with him. Massage taught him to help himself and then translate that experience and knowledge into productive sessions for clients. Devontae specializes in Sports Massage, Deep Tissue, Trigger Point Therapy and Swedish/Therapeutic Massage.
"Whatever your passion, let's get back to moving and enjoying life by helping you recover!"
North Carolina Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy License #20046
CPR Certified
Susan Falyar, LMT, LMBT NC #18245
Susan spent 12 years as an EMT and Aerospace Medical Technician in the U.S. Air Force before discovering a passion for massage therapy and its healing benefits. She attended Lotus Professional College in Richmond, Virginia, graduating top of her class in May 2015. Susan founded KS Massage Therapy in Burlington, Iowa and in 2018, her practice was awarded Best of The Best in Massage Therapy for Southeast Iowa. In 2019, a family move brought her to Durham, NC where she opened Bull City Massage Therapy. Susan believes fully in the body's ability to heal itself if given proper nutrition, nurturing, meditation and balance. She is certified and licensed to practice massage therapy in North Carolina, Virginia and Iowa and has multifaceted experience working with athletes of all levels and ages. Susan's massage technique is best described as smooth and flowing. Pressure can be adjusted for any preference but her signature smooth flow transition throughout the session promotes deep relaxation and presence.
Professional Memberships and Certifications:
North Carolina Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy License # 18245
Iowa Board of Massage Therapy License #079972
Virginia Board of Nursing Certified Massage Therapist #0019013617
Bamboo-fusion Certified 2016
American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) Member
USAV IMPACT Certified
SafeSport Current
Background Screening through USAV since 2011
Lee Romano-Sequeira
If you call or text Bull City Massage Therapy, Lee will be there to answer or return your message. A lover of all animals and a beautiful soul with a huge heart, she is also our brilliant social media muse, manager and wizardess all rolled into one. We couldn't do this without her! Please check out her social media management business at www.offthevinepr.com