Our Therapists
Ruth Newnam
Ruth Newnam
9195931630
Deep tissue, relaxation, lymphatic. Currently, Ruth is taking only lymphatic clients.
Ruth has developed a specialized blend of techniques to help heal chronic and acute pain issues and to maintain health and wellness in her clients. She blends deep tissue and relaxation techniques with a strong anatomical awareness of strength imbalances as well as areas of tightness or restriction. She works with athletes (endurance, collegiate, and professional athletes) and clients recovering from injury, surgery, and illness, such as cancer, fibromyalgia, autoimmune issues, repetitive stress injuries, plantar fasciitis and more. She emphasizes self care in her private practice and group yoga classes.
A native of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Ruth received a B.A. from the College of William and Mary and a M.A. from UNC-CH before attending the Body Therapy Institute in Silk Hope, NC, and the Dr. Vodder School lymphedema and lymphatic massage.
Sheila Delhagen
Therapeutic Massage
17794
Sheila graduated from The Healing Arts and Massage School in Raleigh. Her journey in the healing arts field began with developing a daily yoga practice. This was the catalyst for learning more mind/body awareness. Her work honors the connection that massage has on the physical and emotional level. Sheila enjoys meditation, yoga, and dance.
Shena Groger
Shena Groger
(Very) Deep Tissue, Relaxation
Shena enjoys working with the therapeutic aspects of massage and specializes in a combination of trigger point, deep tissue, and myofacial techniques. She believes that our physical and emotional systems are deeply intertwined and honors this connection by intentionally creating space geared towards each individual's specific needs and goals. She has experience working with chronic neck/back pain, rotator injuries and rehabilitation, frozen shoulder, tendonitis, auto injury trauma, work related pain and discomfort, plantar fasciitis, lyme disease, mental illness, as well as many other conditions. Shena is also passionate about weight training and clean eating.
Modalities and Pricing
Therapeutic Massage:
$85/hour
$100/75 minutes
$115/90 minutes
We have a 24 hour cancellation policy: less than 24 hours notice and you will charged the full amount for your scheduled massage.
You and your therapist will create a treatment plan to determine pressure and modalities, such as Swedish, Deep Tissue, Rehabilitation, Lymphatic, and Trigger Point Therapy.
See 'Schedule Now' page for more details.
Lymphatic Massage: $100/hour
Lymphatic massage is a light pressure technique offering profound results reducing acute and chronic swelling, managing lymphedema, aiding a sluggish lymphatic system, and calming the nervous system.
What to Expect
Please note that we are on the second floor and do not have an elevator.
Plan to arrive 5 minutes early to complete your intake form.
You can park in the back lot at 104 Jones Ferry Road. Use the back entrance and take the stairs to Suite E.
Your therapist will greet you and show you to the treatment room to determine a treatment plan with you.
Your comfort is of the utmost importance to us. Please let your therapist know about temperature, pressure, and other therapeutic needs.
You may choose to pay in advance for your session through our online scheduling or pay the therapist after your treatment. A credit card is required to schedule your session online, however, you can pay with cash or check at the time of your appointment.
We have a 24 hour cancellation policy: less than 24 hours notice and you will charged the full amount for your scheduled massage.
Additional Offerings
Yoga and PT
Laura Terry
9195384023
Physical Therapy, Private Yoga.
Yoga Teacher Training beginning September 2019 at Sfeer Yoga www.balancethroughmovement.com
Ongoing classes at Thousand Petals Yoga:
Yoga for Healthy Aging
Alignment Yoga
Yoga for Functional Movement
Yoga in the Community
Ruth Newnam
9195931630
Ruth offers yoga with the same emphasis on self care and anatomical awareness as in her massage practice.
Yoga with Ruth at the Shala 309 W. Weaver Street in Carrboro:
Rolling and Slow Flow
Fridays 9:30am-10:45am
Warm up with Foam Rolling and self massage, then move into the asana practice.
Slowing the breath and transitions, slowing down in general, can bring new life to your practices on and off the mat. This class is warming and gentle, with just enough challenge and plenty of rest built in throughout the class.
$15/class
for more information, check out
www.practice-well.com/group-classes
Contact Ruth at ruthnewnam@gmail.com with any questions.
Space for Rent
Part-time space for rent at CMT, ideal for a bodyworker. Evenings and weekends. Contact Ruth for more information: ruthnewnam@gmail.com
Our SERVICES
Our Services
Massage Therapy
Deep Tissue and Myofascial Techniques
Swedish and Relaxation Massage
Lymphatic Massage
Physical Therapy
Traditional PT blended with Integrative Positional Therapy and Yoga
Yoga Instruction
Private and Group Instruction for all levels
Private yoga and PT treatment sessions
Upcoming Events and Classes
Balance Through Movement
Yoga Teacher Training with Laura Terry and Whitney Wilkerson
www.balancethroughmovement.com
Self Care Yoga at the Coalition: Join massage therapist and yoga instructor Ruth Newnam for an afternoon of restorative yoga for the nervous system.
Restorative Yoga for the Nervous System
Sunday November 17, 2019
4-5:30pm, $20 (props included)
at The Coalition! in Chapel Hill
Advance registration recommended. Register at www.practice-well.com/workshops.
Roll and Restore at ClearWind Farm
12/1/19, 1-3pm
Full body self massage, warming and restorative postures for the ultimate self care. Improve flexibility, ease tension, release adhesions, and create awareness around strength imbalances. Research shows foam rolling improves flexibility in a measurable way, enhances ease and efficiency of movement, and aids in recovery on the cellular level in the body. Use these techniques to improve your yoga practice, reduce pain, and find more balance within your body. $50 (props included)
Advance registration recommended. Register at: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=14405271&appointmentType=category:5.%20Self%20Care%20Yoga
What Our Clients Say about Us
'I've been a fan of Carrboro Massage Therapy for three or four years now. I get a massage about 2-3 times a year and have had great experiences receiving massages from several of their therapists, including Sarah and Bradley. The space is down to earth and unfussy. To me, massages are a part of health care...' ~ Kirsten
'Bradley is an excellent massage therapist who is highly skilled at customizing his treatments to meet individual client needs. He is particularly good at deep tissue work and prevention/recovery massage for athletes. He has an intuitive sense of mind/body connections and, without being too “woo woo” about it...' ~ Sarah
'Love CMT!!!' ~ Donnie
Current Deals
New client special continues at $75 for an hour on the table.
3 x 1 hour massages for $240.
Summer Local Special through August 31: local staff and small business owners receive a $15 discount: $70/hour massage.
FAQs
- SCHEDULING Click the above 'Schedule Now' button. Or, call or email directly the therapist with whom you would like to schedule.
- RATES Prices are listed on our scheduling site and under Our Services. Advance payment is optional for appointments, and required for gift cards and packages.
- PROFESSIONALISM We ask that clients and therapists demonstrate behavior appropriate to a healthcare setting.
- CONFIDENTIALITY We understand and respect your concerns regarding your privacy, therefore, client information is kept strictly confidential. A client's information will not be shared with outside parties without a signed, written request from the client.
- TREATMENT TIMES Sessions begin and end at scheduled times. We ask that you arrive 5 minutes before your scheduled treatment. If you arrive late, it may not be possible to extend your treatment.
- CANCELLATION POLICY If you need to reschedule or cancel, please do so with more than 24 hours notice. Last minute or same day cancellations will be charged full price for the scheduled treatment.
- PAYMENT OPTIONS We accept all forms of payment.
- CONTACTING US Carrboro Massage Therapy is located at 104 Jones Ferry Road, Suite E, in Carrboro, North Carolina. Please contact your therapist directly or email Ruth at ruthnewnam@gmail.com to have your general questions answered.