Meet the Team

a friendship based on mutual curiosity of human anatomy and movement began.

  • Began his journey in Iran where he received a Bachelor’s degree in psychology and his introduction to eastern medicine

    Kasra then moved to India to obtain his PhD in psychology. During his Doctoral program Kasra learned Reflexology , Indian Head massage , Shiatsu, Pranic healing , Thai massage and Easlen massage. If that wasn’t enough education Kasra received a acupuncture degree from the International Academy of Medical Acupuncture while studying.

    In 2011 Kasra combined all of these modalities and established his own clinic in Pune, India , where he often worked on athletes from around the world.

    In 2016 Kasra emigrated to the United States where he enrolled in Southeastern School for Neuromuscular Therapy

    Since then Kasra has studied MLD, Cupping, Kinesiotaping, Bonnie Prudden’s Myotherapy, Oncology massage and is a certifed Human Movement specialist.

    In 2020 Kasra competed in the International Massage Championships in Copenhagen.

    Kasra currently sees clients at his clinic Thrive Wellness and Yoga

    SC Massage License # 11657

  • has been a Licensed Massage Therapist and Bodyworker since 2006. Adam graduated from Southeastern College and continues to specialize in Neuromuscular Therapy, Myoskeletal Alignment , and Myofascial Release.

    Adam has been employed in many sectors of the Massage industry both as a practitioner and in Business Operations . The clinics Adam managed won numerous local awards and in 2016 , Adam was awarded " Therapist of the year" by Massage Envy. That same year Adam had a opprotunity of a lifetime and traveled to Ghana to conduct chair massage for a health outreach nonprofit.

    During Covid Adam started teaching entry level massage , Adam became an eager researcher on the Biopsychosocial pain model and complementary medicine.

    Adam is currently pursuing certifications in Trauma -Informed care, Personal Training with a focus on corrective exercise and becoming a Master Myoskeletal alignment therapist.

    Adam currently practices full time at Hand and Stone and is an instructor for Southeastern College teaching Anatomy, Physiology, Kinesology and Ethics.

    SC Massage License # 5116

    AMTA mem # 198836

    NPI # 1972376721