Meet our team

 

Jim Moretz PhD

I have done quite a few things in my life. I co-founded a Civil Engineering firm with my father in the early 1990's. Then I spent 20 years in ministry. In 2010, I founded a nonprofit thrift store, The Penny Centre, in Candler NC. I have a PhD in Biblical Studies and Embodied Cognitive Philosophy from the University of Manchester (UK). I became a massage therapist in 2018 and co-founded RPM Neuromuscular Therapy with Katt on January 1st, 2021.

With RPM, I have blended my PhD research in Embodied Cognition with Neuromuscular Massage Therapy to create a dynamic approach to treating muscle and joint pain. I combine sound and rhythm with Neuromuscular techniques such as traction, oscillation, passive range of motion, and acupressure to relieve muscle tension and retrain a client's mind/body awareness. I am interested to further Massage Therapy research and treatment along these lines to help make MT a first-level intervention for muscle and joint dysfunction.

Some of my favorites:

Movies: Logan Lucky, Groundhog Day, Sergeant York, John Wick Series

Books: Too many to list, but Oliver Twist and Mind & Cosmos, stand out!

Historic Figures: George Washington & Daniel Boone

Hobbies: Research (I am a complete nerd!), hunting, and fishing.

Katt (Kristin) Hieronymus

As a Human Movement Specialist, I utilize my understanding of anatomy, kinesiology, and biomechanics to address and fix movement compensations and imbalances to improve the overall quality of each action. Corrective Exercise is used to help determine root causes of imbalances and faulty movement patterns that lead to issues with posture, balance, and total body coordination. To compliment my passion for helping to correct body movements, I have studied nutrition and the impact diet has on inflammation. Having autoimmune issues myself, including Lyme, my focus on relieving pain through what I consume started out being self-driven. However, over the last 15 years of self discovery, Functional Medicine doctor input, and countless classes on the subject, I found that informing others on how they can help themselves, became a passion of mine. I obtained my Plant Based Nutrition and Medicinal Plant certifications through Cornell university to help round out my knowledge of diet and it’s hand in relieving inflammation.

Some of my favorites:

Movies: City Slickers, Groundhog Day, and Independence Day

Books: Alice In Wonderland & The Myth of Normal

Historic Figures: VanGough, Einstein, Nikola Tesla

Hobbies: Photography and Horses

Jaraud Morris, lmbt

An athlete who suffers a sports injury potentially faces a difficult road of healing to return to the athletic lifestyle they love. I found myself in that exact predicament after a calcaneal rupture in 2020. After hitting a dead end with traditional avenues of recovery, I began searching for a therapy that would provide sustained relief. Someone suggested medical massage and I experienced pain relief at the first visit. Throughout my treatments, I discovered a drive to learn more and the desire to provide the same kind of relief for others. The healing I experienced helped pave the way into a future I had not pictured for myself before.

After graduating and receiving my license, I trained with Jim Moretz in the RPM method of neuromuscular massage therapy. I enjoy working with clients, figuring how best to relieve their pain and promote healing. I am confident in my healing abilities. As a massage therapist my goal is to ensure that you get off of my table feeling better and optimistic in your recovery than before you got on. Happy healing!

Some of my favorites:

Movies: Higher Learning, Inception, Matrix

Books: The 5 Love Languages, Think & Grow Rich, Mamba Mentality

Historic figures: Malcolm X, Bob Marley, Kobe Bryant

Hobbies: Boxing, Basketball, Painting

Nathan Trotter

A dedicated Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist, Nathan Trotter brings a deep commitment to integrative wellness and pain relief to RPM Neuromuscular. As a Clayton, NC native, Nathan has a strong connection to his community and is a devoted husband and father of three sons. Trained at Johnston Community College in Smithfield, NC, Nathan’s expertise spans multiple massage modalities, including deep tissue, sports massage, trigger point therapy, and advanced pain management techniques. At RPM Neuromuscular, he is thrilled to apply his extensive experience alongside innovative neuromuscular therapies, further refining his ability to help clients achieve long-lasting relief and improved quality of life.

Nathan’s approach is deeply rooted in the body-mind connection, understanding that true healing involves both physical and mental restoration. His journey in the wellness field has been a personal exploration as well, with over seven years dedicated to studying the intersections of bodywork, neuroscience, and growth mindset development. A recent graduate of HMI College of Hypnotherapy, Nathan continues to expand his skills, incorporating insights from hypnosis, body-mind dynamics, and somatic therapies.

Outside of his practice, Nathan enjoys spending time outdoors with his family, working out, and pursuing lifelong learning. He sees himself as a perpetual student, always eager to deepen his understanding and bring the latest therapeutic advances to his clients.

Angillo Mentor, lmbt

Hello and Namaste, my name is Angillo Mentor. I am a N.C. State Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist, and Certified Yoga Teacher. My practice in Massage Therapy encompasses a broad spectrum of modalities to include certifications in; Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT), Myofascial Cupping, and Craniosacral Massage Therapy Level I. My passion and pursuit of practice is to become the best that I can in restoring health and function back to the body. My mission centers around creating function within the musculoskeletal system which in turn allows our body to perform at its optimal peak.  To harness a nurturing haven for those in search of relaxation, healing, and revitalization, predominantly through the utilization of Trigger Point release in the practice of Neuromuscular Therapy. I am steadfast in my belief that massage therapy for neuropathy & restorative function, holds the key to guiding mind and body on a synergetic journey of improved self-care & well-being.  My vision is to foster a community where individuals can experience empathetic therapy, with an emphasis on addressing not only physical discomfort but also the mental and emotional facets of stress, muscular tension and dysfunction.

With restoration and functionality in mind, I offer an array of modalities meticulously tailored to the specific needs of the clients unique requirements. Whether its the gentle, soothing strokes of Swedish Massage, the deeper therapeutic relief of Deep Tissue Massage, or the invigorating benefits of Sports Massage Therapy, my goal is to provide the best therapy for my clients to maintain a blissful body and way of life.

Some of my favorites:

Movies: Harlem Nights, Tropic Thunder, Forest Gump

Books: The Four Agreements

Historic figures: Gandhi, Mother Teresa

Hobbies: Yoga, Biking, Soccer

Bailey Brown

I am a college student at UNCW majoring in Criminology and minoring in Forensic Science. I was constantly moving and exercising back in high school being involved with the color guard. After no longer having that to keep me active, I decided to delve into the world of yoga! At UNCW's Yoga Club I discovered a passion for this form of movement. I saw how yoga helped me, and so many others around me, with issues ranging from physical limitations to mental and emotional stress. It was through this instruction I learned the importance of finding your flow. My goal is to keep mobility fluid and movements comfortable and yielding.

I love being in an environment where I get to work with others who are looking to better themselves as I am. It is so important to keep moving and to find some form of exercise to keep your joints and muscles healthy. I am passionate about helping people and by sharing my love for yoga and stretching, I can do just that!

Some of my favorites:

Movies: Twilight, Challengers, The Notebook

Books: They Both Die at the End, Verity

Historic figures: Aristotle, Jane Austen

Hobbies: Color Guard, Painting, Yoga

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