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 the singular goal....
to help YOU on your wellness journey.
Each of us have unique massage styles and 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 always on you. We always 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.
We use organic/vegan massage products by Sacred Earth, raw organic shea butters, organic coconut and jojoba oil.
Susan Falyar, LMT, LMBT NC #18245
Susan spent 12 years as an EMT and Aerospace Medical Technician in the United States Air Force before discovering a passion for massage therapy and its healing benefits. She attended American Institute of Massage now Lotus Professional College in Richmond, Virginia, graduating top of her class in May 2015. Upon graduation, she moved with her family to the quaint little city of Burlington, Iowa where she founded KS Massage Therapy. 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
Irene Dwinnell, LMBT NC#18456
Irene is an intuitive and compassionate practitioner who brings a genuine concern for the well-being and mind/body connection of her clients into each session. Because your body is constantly changing, each session is attuned to your specific needs in that moment. Her massage therapy foundation includes Swedish, Foot Reflexology, Acupressure, Hot Stones, Aromatherapy, Prenatal and Myofascial Release. As a cancer survivor, Irene is especially drawn to working with and supporting the needs of cancer patients and survivors.
Irene gravitated to massage therapy after a long and rewarding career in mental health. Knowing she wanted to continue to impact the lives and wellness of others, massage therapy was the perfect choice. She attended Carolina Massage Institute in Hillsborough, NC graduating in 2019. Her time spent in the mental wellness field gives her a unique and masterful approach to massage therapy placing her well beyond the knowledge set for a recent graduate. She values any opportunity to teach/educate her clients about the science of the body and the unique relationship our emotions and repetitive motions create in our body’s tensional holding patterns.
Professional Memberships and Certifications:
North Carolina Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy License # 18456
Prenatal Massage Certified
Myofascial Release
American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) Member
Contract Massage Therapist for UNC Softball
Maureen O'Brien, LMBT, NCBTMB, 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
American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) Member