Tara Kelly

Tara Kelly

Massage Therapist

In 2023, I graduated from the Massage Therapy program at Wake Tech Community College in Raleigh. I graduated with a BA in Women’s and Gender Studies at UNC-Chapel Hill in 2017. In between earning my undergraduate degree and beginning my massage therapy education, I worked as a barista, carpenter, and line cook. My pronouns are they/them/theirs. 

I like working with clients who are dedicated to their personal care routines, as well as those who are hoping to gain awareness and curiosity about the routines they might like to build outside of the treatment room. I am committed to partnering with my clients in exploring the different treatment modalities that massage and bodywork therapy can offer in support of their wellness goals. When that means referring them to someone who is trained in a different modality, I am glad to connect my clients with other massage therapists or healthcare professionals. Massage and bodywork therapy has been transformative in my own healing and embodiment journey and I hope to pass that experience on to everyone who enters my treatment room. 

I am currently upskilling one-on-one with the experienced team members at Hands On Health. Areas of learning focus have been or will be: neck, shoulders, jaw, and hips and NMT treatment approaches. I am interested in building my skill set with continuing education in Myofascial Release, Cupping, NMT, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Reflexology, and Scar Tissue Massage. 

All are welcome to my table and I look forward to meeting you soon.

Fun Facts About Me

  • I enjoy walking and finding new hiking trails to explore around my home in Carrboro. And if there’s a creek, I want to put my feet in it!
  • I love to dote on my cats and admire them as they enjoy life.
  • I make my own kombucha and love to learn new DIY kitchen hacks.
  • I like to use neurodivergent tools like timers, fidget toys, and ear plugs to help me focus my attention and conserve energy.
  • I love game nights and cooking big meals with friends and family.
  • I grew up at the beach and love that North Carolina offers such a diverse landscape to explore.

Tara Kelly

Tara and Dad

Education

  • 2017 graduate with BA in Women’s and Gender Studies from UNC Chapel Hill
  • 2023 graduate with a certificate in massage and bodywork therapy from Wake Technical Community College

Continuing Education

  • Cupping- Principles and Applications | 4 CE Hours- Bodywork Therapy Seminars
  • Currently upskilling in NMT techniques with skilled therapists at Hands On Health