Massage Therapy & Structural IntegrationCornelius · Lake Norman, NC
Precision bodywork that realigns posture, unwinds chronic pain and returns the body to effortless balance — with David Goodrich, LMT, and twenty years of hands-on practice in Cornelius, NC.
(02) — Philosophy
The body keeps an honest record — of posture, of stress, of every long drive and restless night. Our work is to read it closely, and gently rewrite it.
(03) — Sensory Selector
Drag the orb · or tap a focus
(04) — The Therapeutics
Open any therapy to see how deep it works, what it changes physiologically, and when you can begin.
Treatment depth
Pace · Slow, continuous
Physiological effect
Soften. Slow. Breathe.
Rhythmic, even pressure helps shift the nervous system toward rest-and-digest: breath deepens, heart rate eases, and superficial muscle tone lets go.
Treatment depth
Pace · Slow, sustained
Physiological effect
Reach the layer that holds on.
Sustained pressure works through superficial layers to address adhesions, restore glide between tissues and increase local blood flow and mobility.
Treatment depth
Pace · Precise, progressive
Physiological effect
Realign. Rebalance. Restore.
Firm, precise work across the fascial web changes how the body is organised — often leaving clients taller, more balanced and more aware of how they move.
Memberships
Relief that compounds.
Monthly Wellness (60 min) or Deep Restorative (90 min). Member rates on extra sessions, roll-over credits and priority weekend booking.
Fig. 02 — David Goodrich, LMT
(05) — Practitioner
For over twenty years David has specialised in Structural Integration and deep-tissue bodywork — pairing clinical precision with an intuitive read of the body’s fascial network.
From chronic neck pain to athletic recovery, his clients come to him for lasting change: freer movement, taller posture, and a body that finally feels like its own again.
Years of practice
Clients helped
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(06) — Words of restoration
“I suffer from constant neck issues and he gets rid of the pain. He always whips my body into shape.”
“I am very active, and he was able to get me relief after all the physical stress I put my body through.”
“One of the best massages I have ever had — I feel he can keep my back pain and tightness taken care of.”
(07) — Questions
What to expect, how it feels, and the practical details — answered plainly.
While Swedish and deep tissue massage focus primarily on relaxing muscle tissue and soothing localized soreness, Structural Integration (developed by Dr. Ida Rolf) addresses the body's entire myofascial connective tissue matrix in relationship to gravity. It systematically lengthens, unwinds, and realigns structural holding patterns throughout your body to restore posture, improve movement biomechanics, and create lasting, root-cause relief from chronic pain.
We begin with a brief consultation discussing your movement habits, health history, and specific areas of tension or limitation, followed by a standing posture and gait assessment. During the hands-on session, David applies slow, precise, deliberate pressure to release fascial adhesions and restore tissue glide. Communication is encouraged throughout to ensure pressure remains within your comfort zone. Afterward, we reassess your posture—most clients immediately notice feeling taller, lighter, and more grounded.
We require at least 24 hours advance notice for all appointment cancellations or rescheduling. This allows us time to offer open slots to clients on our waiting list. Cancellations with less than 24 hours notice or missed appointments may be subject to a fee. If you need to adjust your time, you can do so through your MassageBook account or by contacting us directly.
Our clinical philosophy centers on collaborating with your nervous system—never forcing through tissue barriers. While deep tissue work and fascial manipulation can be intense and evoke a distinct sensation of release (often referred to as a "productive" or "good hurt"), it should never feel sharp, bruising, or unbearable. David checks in regularly, tailoring pressure so you can comfortably breathe and relax into every stroke.
Many clients experience marked tension relief and enhanced range of motion after just one session. For persistent posture imbalances, long-standing sports injuries, or chronic discomfort, a series of Structural Integration sessions is recommended to progressively reorganize fascial layers. To sustain mobility, many clients choose our monthly wellness memberships.
We do not bill health insurance companies directly. However, Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) debit cards are accepted for therapeutic bodywork. We can also provide an itemized receipt with the necessary practitioner licensing and treatment information for you to submit to your insurance carrier for potential reimbursement.
Goodrich Therapeutics is conveniently located at 20905 Torrence Chapel Rd, Suite 204, in Cornelius, NC 28031, near Lake Norman. We welcome clients from across North Mecklenburg and South Iredell counties, including Cornelius, Davidson, Huntersville, Mooresville, Denver, and north Charlotte.
Still wondering about your specific situation? Call (704) 931-1074 or email David.
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