John Williford

?? John Williford — Massage Therapist at Intero Bodywork

Location: 5720 Fayetteville Rd, Suite 102, Durham, NC?27713 (Sutton Station, near Southpoint Mall & Duke Urgent Care South)
Licensing & Pronouns: NC?LMBT?#9351 he/him

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Why Refer John?

?? Somatic & Holistic Expertise
John’s foundation lies in Hakomi somatic psychotherapy—principles emphasizing unity, mindfulness, and nonviolence. His primary modalities include Esalen® Massage, Deep Bodywork®, Myofascial Release, Osteopathic Manual Therapy, Thai Yoga Bodywork, and Sports/Medical Massage 

?? Highly Robust Training & Certifications
He brings an array of certifications ensuring precision and depth:

• Advanced Myofascial Techniques (candidate)

• DNS exercise training (2025 candidate)

• Osteopathic Positional Release, Muscle Energy, Joint Articulation

• Breast Cancer Rehabilitation (2021)

• RockTape® Myofascial Cupping & IASTM

• Thai Yoga Bodywork (2016), Sports & Medical Massage (2011), Prenatal Massage (2009) 

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Tailored Sessions

John’s work adapts dynamically to each person’s evolving needs. Sessions include:

• Medical/Sports Massage – recovery-driven, injury-focused

• Myofascial Techniques – releasing tension through fascia

• Osteopathic Manual Therapies – gentle joint and soft-tissue care

• Thai Yoga Bodywork – assisted stretching and energy balance

• Neuromuscular Reprogramming, PNF & Active Stretching – improving movement and strength 

He also incorporates Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization and manual lymphatic drainage as needed 

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Philosophy & Approach

By merging modalities and staying present, John creates a deeply collaborative experience. He listens first, then co-creates a session that supports your goals—whether that’s calming the nervous system, releasing chronic tension, or improving athletic performance