About DBT
MY STORY
I know how hard it can be to begin a healing journey. I lived with chronic pain for more than 20 years due to injuries caused by broken bones, endocrine dysfunction, an allergic reaction that nearly killed me and trauma from both emotional and physical abuse. The standard medical model let me down and left me feeling like I was destined to live in pain and dependent on medication for the rest of my life.
I began my healing journey nearly 15 years ago and it has not always been easy. I had to learn that the body works in a very different way than I was taught. Our bodies have infinite wisdom that does our will; when we are injured, our bodies will go into action to protect its self until we are ready to initiate the healing process. If we are unaware how to, or decline to initiate the healing process our bodies continue to “tighten”. I personally felt like I was turning to stone and had had enough. I felt desperate and was willing to try anything to help myself feel better. I rolled my eyes and went to my first Alternative Health session and thought “okay, whatever...” The short of the long of my experience is I never looked back after that first session. I have not needed to take a pill for depression, anxiety, pain or the like since.
I had a very long and rewarding career as a conventional therapist (OTA), but I knew if I really wanted to help others heal, my journey would require a different path. This led me to studying Osteopathic methods: Craniosacral, Neuro-Muscular and Visceral Manipulation; very deep and profound methods to release trauma, tension and whatever doesn’t serve us, or in other words, what contributes to our pain.
I’m by no means an anomaly, it’s a common experience for those of us willing to trust our own bodies to do the work, to experience what seems like magic. My therapy is not magic but it can most certainly be magical. I put my whole heart into every single session I do! This is my passion; to listen intensely to each body to help others just like I was helped. I have spent the last 14 years studying and practicing to be the absolute best I can be for my clients! And, I look forward to all the wonderful years of learning ahead.
Donna Adair LMBT
Graduate of the Medical Arts School NCLMBT (North Carolina Licensed Massage & Bodywork Therapist) since 2017 working with an emphasis in Medical Massage & Orthopedic & Neurological conditions and advanced training in Osteopathic Treatments.
Received Her Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistance in 1995, and her COTA/L (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant) License by NCBOT (North Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy) in 1995. As a conventional therapist, Donna has successfully completed over 600 hours of “advanced” continuing education.
Craniosacral Therapy Practitioner
Visceral Manipulation Practitioner
Advanced Neuromuscular Training
Advanced Functional Movement Training
DBT is evidence-informed practice, relying on clinical reasoning, a complex cognitive process. It involves clinical experience, the use of reliable research, and understanding how a client perceives and interprets pain. Donna's extensive professional background includes experience working with individuals with orthopedic, neurological, and other complex physical conditions. Her years of rehabilitation experience developed a deep understanding of movement, function, body mechanics, adaptation, and compensation. Today, she brings that knowledge to her Advanced Bodywork practice, where she focuses on individualized manual therapy.
For nearly 40 years, Donna has developed highly specialized skills in helping many people find relief from pain and dysfunction. Advanced Bodywork was a natural progression for Donna combining knowledge of functional movement analysis/performance; biomechanical; Biodynamic modalities; Neuro; Craniosacral and Visceral work to successfully relieve pain and enabling more normal movement patterns, better sleep, decreased anxiety and overall since of wellbeing.
DBT brings a rich and seasoned approach to each therapy session, recognizing that every person has unique challenges and preferences, Donna employs the ability to hone into each person's particular needs, and understand that wellness is a process best achieved through collaboration, education, goal setting, facilitation, and individualized treatment sessions.
A member of the Upledger Institute International https://www.upledger.com/
A Member of the Barral Institute https://www.barralinstitute.com/
A member of the International Association of Healthcare Practitioners https://www.iahp.com/
Fully insured by American Massage Therapy Association AMTA and a member since 2017
North Carolina LMBT#16561 https://www.bmbt.org/
Disclaimer: I am Licensed in NC as a Massage Therapist and bodyworker (LMBT) who provides mobile massage therapy. I am not a medical doctor and I am not licensed to diagnose any diseases. If I suspect a serious medical condition based on my past experience and scope of practice, I will refer you to consult with your primary care physician.