Karla Hollingshead, Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist, NC Lic #10851

Graduate of The Medical Arts School, Raleigh, NC, Magna Cum Laude 12/2010

Licensed and practicing in the state of NC since February 2011

Simply stated, I love what I do and have since the day I started school.  Not only do I go home each day with a feeling of having actually helped people feel better, but I also try to educate them on how to continue to feel good.  My instructors taught me that what we, as therapists, do during sessions is only 10% of the work.  What the client does between sessions is about 90% of the work.  I try to offer stretches clients can do at home, encourage them to eat healthier, drink plenty of water and exercise regularly.

I have worked in the medical field for nearly 25 years in clinical and administrative roles. I have been a NC Emergency Medical Technician for almost 24 years, volunteering with EMS units for 6 of those years.  Additionally, I have worked in various customer service related roles over the past 30+ years, so I know how to treat people.

In my free time, I enjoy cycling, mountain biking, hiking and walking.  I've completed numerous bike rides, 5K Runs, 8 half marathons and a triathlon, benefiting such causes as The Multiple Sclerosis Society, Livestrong Foundation, Rex Hospital Angel Fund, Jimmy V Foundation and Easter Seals Society.  I try to maintain a healthy lifestyle, while giving back to the community.