Goal-oriented Bodywork Therapy with a mission to set you free.
Make progress on chronic pain and break through your limitations.
Weaverville & Greater AVL - Are you ready to break out of chronic limitations that hold you back from living the life you love?
If... you're being held back from doing the things you enjoy by chronic pain, restricted mobility, old injuries or chronic imbalances and poor posture...
If... you find it difficult to work out, stretch, exercise, or even do gentle yoga on your own without causing a backlash of pain that de-motivates you from trying to solve the problem on your own...
If... physical therapy, yoga, acupuncture, etc, have just seem to leave you empty handed, and you're faced with the recommendation of medical intervention, prescribed pain medicine, or possibly even irreversible surgery...
If... you have been looking for the right professional who can deliver consistent results, provide solutions and re-open the door to progress, supporting through not just technique, but education and lifestyle coaching to get you out of pain..
Then this message is for you...
My name is Daniel...
...and I'm opening my books to 10 new Weaverville/Asheville area clients who are committed to breaking through their chronic pain patterns as part of my Freedom in Motion therapeutic bodywork program...
* Book a trial session with zero commitment and save $30
* If you enjoy the results, enroll in the full program and save on each visit*
* As of June 2023 I currently only have room for 15 more regular clients, the program discounts are first come first serve to those who commit to regular treatment-
this number will be updated regularly as my availability decreases / increases
*This offer is for Local / New Clients only
(if you are visiting Western North Carolina, and looking for same-day or next-day appointments, call
828-484-1824
or
book online here
)
* If you decide to keep searching for the right therapist after our first session, no hard feelings and best of luck on your journey
Daniel J. Wicker - NC LMBT #15677
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The path to better function in my own body led me to help others...
My interest in Alternative Health, Massage & Bodywork started when I was diagnosed with a benign bone tumor in my left arm...
As a pre-teen, I fought to stay out of the hospital and was terrified of getting surgery... until I couldn't ignore the impact of the tumor anymore.
When I was 19, the bone tumor was so large, the left side of my body, my muscles and tendons all had to compensate themselves around it. I was ripe for injury and unable to exercise efficiently.
To make matters worse, I had just fallen off of a skateboard and broke my collar bone when the tumor had no where else to go on the impact of my shoulder against the ground.
So in 2007, I reluctantly ended up getting the surgery, and thought that was the end of my problem...
Little did I know that I had chronic compensation patterns restricting my movement and causing pain that I was completely unaware of.
It was not until five years later that I met my Bodywork mentor, a 40year veteran of the Structural Integration techniques of the early days of the Rolf Institute and received his life-changing work.
In a gasp of breath, I felt him melt through the tissue that was holding my shoulder locked in place. That breath, and that release, showed me that my arm and shoulder were frozen up to my neck without even knowing it, and had likely been this way my entire life.
To realize what kind of motion, sensation, and release of pain I was really capable of brought tears to my eyes. To this day, this is still one of the most profound healing experiences in my life...
The transformation I experienced is the same transformation that I know is possible for you... and the reason I carry such a passion for this work.
You don't have to stay 'stuck,' but you can't stay here...
It's all too often that our other priorities in life mean that we are neglecting our body.
Career, Family, Partnership, Errands, Hobbies, we push through all the while our chronic patterns only cement themselves further in place.
And when pain compounds problems, it can seem that there is just 'no way out' except to deal with the lack of motivation, energy, and let pain claim our thirst to live our best lives.
And there are a lot of ways we're told to fix the problem.
Pain medication... which doesn't solve the root issue
Surgery... which is irreversible and can compound pain
Physical Therapy... which has the right mechanical science, but often lacks the intuition to meet your body exactly where it needs for tissue release
Typical 'massage'... that fits into two main categories - 'relaxation' which doesn't address mechanical function, or 'Deep Tissue' which does more harm than good by attempting to apply more force...
What You'll Gain from my
Freedom in Motion
Bodywork Program
Clinical Work
My approach is designed to produce results.
It's not a generic 'relaxation experience,' which may feel nice but produces no effect,
Nor is it an excruciating 'deep tissue' approach that does more harm than good.
I take you through a thorough intake and assessment to address the complexity of your treatment plan, and employ an assortment of techniques and tools to meet your body where its at.
There is one goal!
That is to release the tissue, no matter how old the issue, no matter how many layers.
The secret of a powerful bodywork experience is to combine both gentleness and direction of force, to simultaneously calm the nervous system and improve muscle release response, even in the deepest areas.
Education
What we do in our sessions is only half the battle.
We tackle your trouble areas mechanically by soothing your nervous system to the point that the muscle fibers can finally 'let go.'
But in my years of doing this work... it's not just the touch that facilitates release.
I've come across many things that can assist and aid the body's biochemical / mechanical processes to prime itself to release stagnation, break up calcified tissues, and increase its hydration and more easily remove cellular waste.
If you truly want the results we're working towards, you will want your self-care practices at home to change.
I'm here to equip you with a greater awareness and understanding of your own body processes so that the work of taking care of yourself between sessions becomes light and easy.
When you see the impact of the positive choices you make, you'll be excited for the homework between our sessions.
Results
The simple truth is this -
Given the right environmental factors, even the most stubborn muscle tissue
can release and return blood flow to the area, bringing hydration and nutrients to the cells, while improving the removal of metabolic waste.
With this, pain subsides, flexibility returns, movement becomes easier and feelings of ease, joy, and calm return to the body.
The rest of the process is just a matter of time, discipline, and dedication to improving your situation.
While there are no 'quick fixes,' there is the hope and possibility of long lasting change and improved quality of life.
While prevention and routine maintenance are always the best medicine to stop pain before it starts, we can remediate advanced cases together if you are willing to put in the work.
No one should live burdened by pain and held back from the life they wish they were living.
Program Details & Pricing
All pricing is flat rate, with gratuities included, and there are no up-charges for additional services, techniques, or add-ons.
60 Minute Packages
Each Session Includes:
- 15 Min Evaluation of Progress
- 60 minute Bodywork Treatment
- 15 minute de-brief, overview of findings, treatment plan, and additional steps to take at home
Package Rates & Savings
- 1x Monthly Treatment Plan
$150 per session
$140 per session
- 2x Monthly Treatment Plan
$150 per session
$130 per session
- 4x Monthly Treatment Plan
$150 per session
$125 per Session
90 Minute Packages
Each Session Includes:
- 15 Min Evaluation of Progress
- 90 minute Bodywork Treatment
- 15 minute de-brief, overview of findings, treatment plan, and additional steps to take at home
Package Rates & Savings
- 1x Monthly Treatment Plan
$195 per session
$185 per session
- 2x Monthly Treatment Plan
$195 per session
$175 per session
- 4x Monthly Treatment Plan
$195 per session
$165 per Session
What Past Clients Have to Say...
“Daniel provided an excellent experience that was focused specifically on my individual needs.
I received one of the best treatments ever. He is expert in his technique but in addition was intuitive about what I needed. I have been struggling with a shoulder injury and he really helped.
I will be returning on a regular basis.”
- John C.
“I had a wonderful experience with Daniel. He helped my shoulder which was injured long ago... more than anyone has in a long time.”
- Sarah O.
"I have very old patterns of tension throughout my back and have seen many many bodyworkers for the same problems.
Daniel’s techniques were so intuitive and personal, it is definitely unlike any other massage I’ve received, making the experience totally unique to what Daniel can provide!"
- Hannah H.
"I first saw Daniel with a very pressing acute pain between my shoulder blade and spine and he literally cured it!
I haven't felt the pain since that session and it was one where I was having trouble taking a deep breath. His touch was therapeutic and obviously very healing,
I was so blessed to have gotten his bodywork that day!"
- Madi C.
“Daniel is a master of his art! Intuitive, precise and highly skilled. What a joy to encounter this kind of massage experience. Muscle issues already subsiding.”
- James K.
"Daniel has such an intentional, light, and intuitive touch that unfurled some seriously locked up spaces all down my spine-- especially in my neck.
Today I woke up for the first time in months without a painful headache coming from the base of my skull.
In fact, I feel lighter and happier than I have in a very long time."
- Annika B.