At Balsam Bodywork, our mission is to provide functional and therapeutic bodywork that alleviates pain, releases tension, and addresses the root causes of musculoskeletal imbalances.
Through an integrative approach, we incorporate therapeutic massage with yoga-based movement and breath work to support deep healing and long-term wellness.
Meet Kim!
Kim is the owner of Balsam Bodywork and a licensed massage and bodywork therapist in North Carolina (#22381). Her journey in the healing arts began in the athletic training room at Warren Wilson College, where she assisted the Athletic Trainer in treating sports injuries.
With a background in science education, Kim spent years inspiring a love of emergent and alternative learning in western North Carolina. Her path gradually shifted from education to the healing arts after completing her yoga teacher training in 2021 at Asheville Yoga Center and massage therapy training in 2024 at the Western Carolina School of Massage.
Kim takes a functional, inquiry-based approach to bodywork, fostering a collaborative experience where therapist and client work together to uncover root causes, make meaningful progress, and restore the mind-body connection.
She is excited to share that she is in the process of applying to Doctor of Physical Therapy programs in western North Carolina, with the goal of expanding her scope of practice and deepening her ability to serve her clients.
Location
We are located in the office building of Homegrown Families, which is centralized to downtown Asheville. Homegrown Families serves primarily pregnant people and families.
Therefore, the building in which Balsam Bodywork is located in has pictures and pamphlets related to birth and babies. If this content is upsetting or triggering for whatever reason, please reach out for an alternative location for massage.
FAQs
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Where are you located?
Our office is located in the Homegrown Families building at 201 Charlotte Street, Asheville, North Carolina, 28801.
What accommodations do you offer?
We try to keep all of our clients in mind by keeping the space fragrance free, using hypoallergenic laundry detergent, and unscented massage lotion.
The massage therapist can wear a K-N95 at the clients request.
Please reach out for a free fifteen minute consultation to inquire about other massage therapy accommodations. It is our goal to make massage therapy feel as safe and accessible as possible.
What conditions does Balsam Bodywork help with?
Conditions such as strains, sprains, tendonitis, tight muscles from overuse, rotator cuff injuries, low back pain, limited range of motion.
What are your hours?
I am currently offering appointments on Tuesday from 1-8 and Wednesday from Wednesday from 2-8 pm. Be sure to check back regularly for additional scheduling options.
What if I am busy on the days/times you are booking but would still like to book an appointment?
Please reach out for a free fifteen minute consultation. There are other scheduling options outside of the Wednesday and Friday. We are happy to work together to find a time that may work.
What massage techniques are used?
A blend of Swedish massage and Deep tissue, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, assisted stretching, etc.
What is an all-inclusive pricing model?
An all-inclusive pricing model is tip inclusive and includes add-on services for no extra fee. This helps the client no longer worry if they are tipping enough and feel nickle-and-dimed for every add-on. This also allows the massage practitioner to tailor the massage session to your preferences and individualized goals.
What is a sliding scale pricing model?
A sliding-scale pricing model is offered by Balsam Body work to help make massage therapy more financially accessible to individuals who would benefit from it. There are a set number of sliding scale appointments per month. To find out more about sliding scale, schedule a free 15 minute consultation.
Who does Balsam Bodywork mostly serve?
Athletes such as aerialists, runners, weightlifters, yoga practitioners, hikers, and anyone recovering from physical strain. I also serve hardworking bodies such as farmers, other massage therapists, nurses and teachers.
Contact us
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