Reviews of Alexandra Hamer, Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (Massage Therapist)

uddosan .

As a carpenter, I need to keep my body in good working order. I've been a client with Alex for the last 6 years and her help has been invaluable to me. She has a clear understanding of how the body works and can communicate that to me. She uses her many-disciplined approach to help solve my issues and keep me able to perform my work. She recently helped me overcome a frozen shoulder condition - I can't thank her enough!

Linda A Logan

Alex's knowledge of what's connected to what in the body is thorough and reliable! I have come to respect structural integration work and the improvement that comes from regular treatments. Thank you, Alex!

Sheila Therriault

Alexandra is a jewel. She is a gifted massage therapist with excellent assessment skills and provides thorough treatment, whether the issues are acute or chronic. I have had the fortune of her care for years. Alex addresses the entire person with her keen understanding of the interrelatedness of the body, mind and spirit. I also appreciate how she works in concert with other care providers [if need be]. She is most concerned with helping her clients achieve optimal wellness.

Cathy Gerdes

Cathy Gerdes · November 26, 2017 Alex was recommended to me by a friend who used to work as a massage therapist, and such a recommendation held a lot of weight. The first time I met with Alex, it was immediately obvious that she has a high level of knowledge regarding her profession, and that knowledge has translated into tremendous results during the three years I have been going to Alex. I began working with her because of significant hip problems that were not responding to numerous types of treatments. I saw immediate and significant improvement from Alex’s work, and I also benefitted from her recognition of the need to take a broader and holistic treatment approach for my particular issue. I continue to work with her for lots of self-induced stress related problems, and would be much the worse for wear without the benefit of her massage work. I highly recommend Alex, and believe anyone who begins working with her will soon feel the same way.

Maddy Price

Alexandra Hamer has a deep knowledge for her work and is constantly learning and perfecting her craft. I have been seeing her for about 2 years now and as a Division 1 NCAA athlete, she has helped ensure that my body is ready to perform at the highest level. She has such versatility in her work and makes sure she is really listening to what you need at the time as things change week to week or even day to day with the body. Her client base is loyal and so loving of her work! She is welcoming, professional, and of course, friendly. I recommend her to the highest degree and will continue to use her for as long as I am in Durham!

Lori von Alten

Alex is an amazing massage and bodywork therapist!! As a physical therapist having had the privilege of being worked on by Alex following bilateral total knee replacements, as well as maintenance work for me to continue in my profession, I have no hesitation in referring my clients to her. The foundation of her success lies not only within her understanding and empathy for her clients, but also the fact that she listens with her ears and her hands. She has an extensive educational background that continually grows so that she can gain new insights and finesse her techniques. She puts her heart and soul into helping her clients and is very open to working with other disciplines (i.e., physical therapy, acupuncture, chiropractor, personal trainers, etc.). Alex creates a very nurturing and restorative environment in that she is very conscientious about your specific needs and comfort level with her work. She is so thorough, very calm, has an extensive knowledge of human anatomy and shares this knowledge with you, and is simply so gifted!! Working with her is a treasure! Lori von Alten, PT, LAT, ATC

Nancy Culberson

I had frozen shoulder - in both shoulders. Alex fixed me. My right shoulder is almost 100%, my left is getting there. I don’t think I would have recovered from frozen shoulder(s) so well if you hadn’t been working on me. Couldn’t have survived the pain if it wasn’t for you.

Mark Overbay

Alex is an incredibly skilled and knowledgeable bodywork professional who has helped me with a number of issues including a variety of uncomfortable athletic injuries, neck & back pain, flexibility, and general mobility. Unlike many bodywork and/or massage experiences, Alex's work is truly therapeutic, and she empowers you with knowledge that increases your quality of life and overall body awareness. Highly recommended!

JoAnn Fafrowicz

I first went to Alex when I was sitting 10 hours a day for years and had developed some very bad posture habits and resulting physical issues. Even though I was exercising intensely on weekends, the Monday-Friday sitting routine was causing my muscles to compensate as best as they could and I had developed some odd body mechanics. I had 12 KMI Structural Integration sessions with Alex and through her incredible knowledge, listening, and bodywork skills, she was able to 'realign' those parts of my body that had become out of kilter for years. Quite amazing. Since then, I have become much more active on a regular basis, although still quite intensely. I see Alex for minor aches and pains, some old, some new. Alex has an amazing ability to listen, synthesizing my physical history and issues, and then developing and executing the plan to help. I am constantly amazed of how Alex can work on and isolate both superficial and deeper levels of fascia, muscles, and tendons as necessary. And more impressive is her biomechanical knowledge to tell me to move a certain muscle a few degrees so as to contact the muscle at its optimal position. I feel fortunate to have access to someone with the technical knowledge of the entire physiology of the body, the physical ability to isolate deep tissue effectively, superb listening skills to understand the root cause, good sense of humor, and who provides an overall enjoyable session on all aspects. I always look forward to sessions with Alex and always recommend her to anyone who is looking for bodywork for any reason. JoAnn F, Durham, NC

Dr. Bradley Battista

I benefited greatly from Alexandra's Structural Integration series. Alexandra was able to combine my descriptions of the problems I was having with what doctors and previous therapists were telling me with, most importantly, what my body was actually doing. She integrated all of these things. I learned so much from her, and it she has significantly improved my quality of life.

Pelin Volkan

I have been seeing Alex for over a year now. I went in with major skeletal issues. She is really knowledgeable and talks you through it all, so you actually learn about your body. I now feel like there is a lot more space in my body since I started seeing her! And I can move much better with much less pain!

Rob Rabb

I’ve been seeing Alex for over 20 years – she’s skillful, knowledgeable and focused. When I see her for a specific issue, she always has a strategy to address it, and I feel better as a result. I also see Alex for ‘routine maintenance’ - she helps to work out any kinks. She contributes greatly to my overall health and well being.

Stephanie Smith

I have been seeing Alex for years and I highly recommend her. Because of my sedentary job and many hours of cycling, I need her help to keep my body happy, loose and pain free. Her myofascial bodywork and massage are invaluable to me!!

Peter C. Goswick

I have been going to Alex for massage therapy for a number of years and can only sing the highest praise for her. She is extremely knowledgeable of her craft and very good at what she does. She has helped me with many injuries as well as just a massage that is second to none. I highly recommend Alex for anyone that needs an outstanding massage.

Kim Clayton

I have seen Alex for a number of issues ranging from shoulder to hip to ankle, as well as for migraine. Alex is one of the most knowledgeable professionals I have ever encountered. Most times I end up with an anatomy lesson in addition to suggestions for continuing to take care of my body. The bodywork she performs has helped me stay active in sports, and improved my total body awareness. Whenever I have lingering issues, I don't hesitate to contact Alex as I consider her a big part of my health care team!

Angela Allen

I have seen Alex for more than 5 years. My body is always much happier after a visit with Alex. Because of my treatments with Alex I feel massages are medicinal and should be a regular part of staying healthy. Over time I have come to know Alex as a professional who spends time learning and improving her skills in various techniques for therapeutic massage and bodywork. She is thoughtful and kind in her approach with her patients. I really like Alex as a person and I always look forward to my treatments with her. It is with pleasure that I highly recommend Alex and that I write this review.