ABOUT: 

James Shell received his certificate in Somatic Therapy in 1998 from Roane State Community College in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.  After school, he spent some time working other jobs, until a friend, Barb Glumac, (fellow Massage Therapist, and owner of Touch of Grace Massage Therapy) was injured in an accident.  She asked him to see her clients while she recovered and it was then that James began doing massage in earnest.  After Barb recovered, James stayed on with Touch of Grace as an Independent Contractor.  

While working with Touch of Grace, James mostly focused on On-Site Chair Massage, but began gaining clients for in-office table massage.   Massage Therapy is something he loves, and has devoted many years now to the benefit others.

PERSONAL:

James was born in Johnson City, Tennessee in 1968.  He attended Elizabethton High School and graduated in 1986.  Along with Johnson City and Elizabethton, James has lived in Murfreesboro, Lenoir City, Oliver Springs, Knoxville, and Oak Ridge. 

James got married in September of 2000, and he and his wife now have two children; a son born in March of 2004 and a daughter born in March of 2007.  His wife works full-time as an office manager in a large machine shop in Oak Ridge.  James has not only devoted himself to helping others through massage, but he also has devoted himself to his children as that rare entity called a Stay at Home Dad.  This is a very overlooked profession in itself and he deserves much credit for work he does.  In this way, James and his wife have been able to take a hands-on approach to raising their children, as the flexible schedule of Massage Therapy works well with his wife's less-flexible one.

ON-SITE CHAIR MASSAGE:

As mentioned above, James has focused mostly on On-Site Chair Massage.  Chair Massage is a fantastic way for employers to show their employees how much they are appreciated, as well as give them an added boost to help them get through their work-week!  Chair Massage is performed on-site by a Licensed Massage Therapist using a specially-designed chair that maximizes comfort and relaxation.  A typical Chair Massage takes between 10 and 15 minutes and focuses on the neck, shoulders, upper back, arms and hands.  A chair massage is performed while the client is fully clothed, usually in a quiet corner of an office.  If you are interested in knowing more about how On-Site Chair Massage might benefit your business, please contact James via e-mail or phone!

IN-OFFICE TABLE MASSAGE:

Chair Massage is not the only form of massage he does!  James is proficient in Swedish, Neuromuscular, Sports and Relaxation massage, too!  These types of massage are performed in his office in a quiet, safe, relaxing environment.  You may bring your own music, if you choose.  If you prefer silence, simply say the word.  You also get to dictate the pressure James uses - if you prefer more pressure, just let him know.  If he is using too much pressure, tell him.  Your In-Office Massage session is yours, so whatever makes you comfortable or allows you to relax to the fullest extent possible.  If you are interested in knowing more about In-Office Massage, please contact James via e-mail or phone!

HOURS:

James sees clients by appointment only, both for Chair and Table massage.  His schedule is flexible and he will work with you to find the most convenient time for your massage or on-site chair visit.  Please call him well in advance of your need, so he can add you to his schedule!

CONTACT:

James Shell, LMT | Phone: 865.548.8902 | E-mail: james.shellLMT@gmail.com

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