Sean Long

  • NC License #: 19592
  • 21

"Recognizing Wholeness”

I'm a licensed massage and bodywork therapist located on the edge of Durham and Chapel Hill and have been practicing bodywork for three and a half years. I received my massage and bodywork training from an accredited program at Durham Technical Community College and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. My education and training in philosophy ties in pretty heavily to my approach as a practitioner, especially with consideration to links b...

I'm a licensed massage and bodywork therapist located on the edge of Durham and Chapel Hill and have been practicing bodywork for three and a half years. I received my massage and bodywork training from an accredited program at Durham Technical Community College and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. My education and training in philosophy ties in pretty heavily to my approach as a practitioner, especially with consideration to links between eastern and western philosophical thought and how that reflects in the practice of healing. 

It inspires my curiosity about how we relate with our bodies and experience consciousness. I’m learning modalities of practice right now that utilize principles and ways of understanding the body found in yogic and doaist philosophies in conjunction with standard anatomy & physiology knowledge to serve at a greater capacity. 

Some things I really enjoy about this trade are the experiences of the mechanics while working, the flow state the work inspires, & other subtleties of the practice itself as an art form based on various sciences while also seeing the immediate and lasting effects reflected in people’s well-being in body and mind. 

It's a privilege to get to work with the body so closely and I plan on practicing and perfecting this craft for a long time, with the aspiration to teach one day as well.

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Where I Work
Licenses
Massage

NC # 19592

Education
2021

Durham Technical Community College

Massage Therapy Program

2021

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy

Experience
Bodywork

Deep Tissue

Trained and experienced in the use of deep tissue techniques and body mechanics to provide maximum benefit with minimal effort.

Hot Stone Massage

Trained and experienced in the dynamic application of Hot Stones

Swedish

Most massage modalities involve these techniques. The pressure varies from client to client, but I can provide light, medium, firm, and everything within the gradients. It's just a matter of communication.

Cupping Methods

Trained and experienced in the dynamic application of decompression therapy

Pregnancy Massage

Prenatal and post-partum

REVIEWS for my Bodywork services

by Andrea on May 15
Sean is awesome, best massage I have ever had. He is super intuitive, gentle but firm, & really adjusts to what you need. I will be going to him regularly, I feel very lucky to have found him! highly recommend.
by Andrea on Apr 30
I’ll definitely be returning!
by Anonymous on Apr 19
Sean is a very skilled massage therapist. His sessions check all the boxes: calming environment, kind personality, firm and responsive pressure that feels therapeutic yet relaxing. Highly recommend!
by Veronica on Dec 22
I have had massages over the years but Sean’s was by far the best I’ve had.
by Anonymous on Nov 06
Outstanding service as usual! I can't stress enough how intentional and thoughtful Sean is with his practice. After my session, I shared with him how easily my hands fatigue after attempting to work on my particularly tough muscles at home, such as my forearms and heel. He took the time to sit down with me and show me how I can utilize my limbs, especially my elbow, to work my fascial layer with much less effort. My thumbs are so thankful! :D I left feeling both amazing and empowered to perform self-maintenance of my body more effectively and safely. As an avid runner, yogi, and overall fitness enthusiast, I really appreciated his care for my longevity. 11/10 would recommend to anyone!!
by Anonymous on Oct 29
Excellent experience all around! Sean is incredibly skilled and thoughtful in his practice. I came in with a sore back and stiff shoulders, and after 1 session I already feel better than I have in months. I would highly recommend!
by Anonymous on Aug 05
So kind and relaxing! Great experience!
by Giules on Jul 29
It was my first time with Sean and I had a wonderful experience! He was very professional and made sure I was comfortable every step of the way.
by Caitlin on Jul 20
Sean is a very grounded and healing human. I am extremely picky with selecting the practitioners that work with me and he is someone I trust and enjoy working with.
by Anonymous on Jul 16
Sean is very professional and extremely knowledgeable about muscles and deep tissues. He takes his time to make sure your problem areas are worked really well. I highly recommend him.

SPECIALTIES: Bodywork and Massage techniques I perform

Bodywork & Massage

  • Mobile Chair Massage
  • Thai Massage
  • Shiatsu
  • Pregnancy Massage
  • Deep Tissue
  • Cupping Methods
  • Swedish Massage
  • Hot Stone Massage

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