Meet Relax Blacksburg's Massage Therapists

Brian is the co-owner and lead therapist at Relax Blacksburg. A graduate of the Pennsylvania Institute of Massage Therapy in 2000, he began his career providing high-end care at the Westin Resort in the U.S. Virgin Islands. His commitment to advanced bodywork led him to complete extensive continuing education at the Blue Ridge School of Massage and Yoga, building a comprehensive foundation of over 1,300 hours of specialized training before founding Relax Blacksburg.

Clients choose Brian because he delivers tangible results. He focuses heavily on pain management, injury rehabilitation, and improving skeletal range of motion. His clinical skill-set spans from medical massage and deep tissue work to cutting-edge soft-tissue resets like Neural Reset Therapy and Strain Counterstrain. Brian balances these intense clinical disciplines with specialized treatments like neuromuscular, sports massage, trigger point, hot stone, bamboo massage, prenatal, geriatric, and traditional Hawaiian lomi lomi relaxation massage.

When he isn't working, Brian stays balanced by traveling, spending quiet time outdoors, and cooking and baking at home. Most of all, he enjoys relaxing alongside his wife and their pets.

"Very impressed! I originally came because I was having daily headaches and felt like I tried every other option. I was shocked at the difference my visits made. Not only is Brian very attentive, but he's also incredibly knowledgeable and uses a variety of techniques to relieve my stiff neck. I am incredibly pleased with the professionalism and service offered at Relax Blacksburg. -- Courtney Long"

*Note: Brian is not currently accepting new clients. Existing clients can contact us for his bookings.*

Anne has been a part of the local community since moving to Blacksburg in 1977. She graduated from the Blue Ridge School of Massage and Yoga in 2012, building a comprehensive foundation of over 1,000 hours of massage training.

Becoming licensed in medical massage was a deeply meaningful accomplishment for Anne, and she has been delivering dedicated clinical care to her tables ever since. Before joining Relax Blacksburg, she provided therapeutic care locally at Mountain Lake Hotel.

Her clinical skillset spans from specialized deep tissue manipulation and myofascial release to cutting-edge manual lymphatic drainage therapy, holding an advanced certification as a Certified Lymphatic Therapist (CLT). She balances these intense technical practices with targeted treatments like sports massage, trigger point therapy, kinesiology taping, cupping, Strain Counterstrain, hot stone, bamboo massage, prenatal, geriatric, and traditional Swedish relaxation massage.

When she isn't working with clients, Anne enjoys traveling, reading, playing trivia, exercising, and cooking. She lives in Giles County with her husband of 30 years and their two dogs, and she loves taking them out for long walks. Having spent over a year living in Denmark, she also speaks conversational Danish.

"Anne was awesome, I have never felt so relaxed! This was my first massage and you can bet I will be back. She really worked on my shoulders and neck which bother me a lot, now I have no pain. Thank you so much! -- Renee McMahan"

*Note: Anne is available for sessions Tuesday through Saturday.*

Polly grew up in Damascus, Maryland, and graduated from James Madison University with a degree in English before moving to Blacksburg in 1991. Her journey into massage therapy began after a transformative family experience when her seven-year-old daughter was struggling with severe nightmares and sleep anxiety.

In desperation, Polly took her to a bodywork professional. Witnessing that quiet interaction—and seeing her daughter completely relax and sleep peacefully through the night for the first time—moved Polly to tears. That profound moment floored her and ignited a deep calling to learn how to offer intentional, caring touch to others.

To fulfill that vision, Polly graduated from the Blue Ridge School of Massage and Yoga in 2014, completing 650 hours of professional training. She deeply loves her career and spent time running her own local practice before bringing her dedicated care to Relax Blacksburg.

Polly views bodywork as an intentional tool for physical and mental relief, focusing heavily on chronic pain management and deep structural relaxation. Her clinical skillset covers a wide range of specialized modalities, including deep tissue work, medical massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, craniosacral therapy, shiatsu, prenatal massage, geriatric massage, hot stone, and bamboo massage therapy. She is also highly trained in traditional Swedish relaxation and specialized ashiatsu barefoot massage.

When she isn't at work, Polly stays balanced by hiking and paddleboarding with her family. At home, she spends her time reading, enjoying the local community, and catering to the playful whims of their three cats and two guinea pigs.

"Amazing experience. Polly was incredible. She listened and helped to pin point my problem areas. I left feeling significantly better. Highly recommend. -- Kristy Hudson"

*Note: Polly is available for sessions Monday through Friday.*

Drea is a highly skilled therapist who approaches every treatment with a dedication to highly tailored care. Before bringing her talents to Relax Blacksburg, she spent five years providing therapeutic care at The Lodge at Woodloch, a premier luxury destination spa nestled in the Pocono Mountains.

Drea focuses on adjusting every session to match the precise goals and comfort levels of her clients. Her advanced technical capabilities cover complex clinical tracks, including medical massage, specialized oncology massage, and certified manual lymphatic drainage therapy.

To ensure her clients receive a truly comprehensive recovery routine, she balances these medical-grade practices with a diverse blend of targeted treatments. Her skillset covers deep tissue massage, trigger point mapping, sports massage, kinesiology taping, massage cupping, prenatal massage, geriatric massage, traditional Swedish relaxation, hot stone, and bamboo massage.

When she isn't working on clients, Drea loves stepping outside to explore natural landscapes. Since moving to the region, she has been deeply enjoying all the open-air recreation and outdoor activities the New River Valley has to offer.

"Drea Cargill is AMAZING! I went in hurting and she found all the knots and got them out! She is the best massage I have ever had. --Monica Levy"

*Note: Drea is available for sessions Tuesday through Saturday.*

Bree grew up in Louisiana and moved to Blacksburg in 2005. After spending a meaningful chapter of her career in restaurant management, she decided to pursue a new professional path. Massage therapy appealed to her deeply as a direct, hands-on way to make a genuinely positive, caring impact on the lives of people in her community.

To fulfill that vision, Bree attended the Daniels Institute of Massage and graduated in 2024. She focuses her day-to-day care on helping people relax, unwind, and improve their physical mobility, while working to help clients manage common muscle discomfort.

Bree customizes each treatment to match individual comfort levels. Her training includes traditional Swedish relaxation, deep tissue work, trigger point therapy, sports massage physical stretching techniques, massage cupping, and heated stone therapy.

Outside of her massage room, Bree is a highly creative spirit. She stays balanced by creating digital art, crocheting, playing video games, cooking, and spending time with her family and friends. She also loves relaxing at home and taking care of her pets.

"My treatment was the best I've ever had. Being with Bree was exactly what I needed, when I needed it. I wish I was local so that I could come back regularly. I understand why they're booked out so far in advance. Bree was amazing. I couldn't be happier. -- Mindy Sopher"

*Note: Bree is available for sessions Tuesday through Saturday.*

Claire grew up in Oregon and recently moved to Virginia. After completing her Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources at Oregon State University—where she gained a strong background in communication, research, and client collaboration—she felt drawn to a more direct, hands-on path centered on community care.

To pursue that calling, Claire completed the rigorous 750-hour training program at the Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage and successfully passed the MBLEx. Despite bring a recent graduate, Claire possesses an innate, highly intuitive touch that allows her to carry the confident, grounded fluidity of a seasoned therapist.

Claire focuses her day-to-day care on helping people unwind, restore physical mobility, and find meaningful relief from everyday muscle tension. She customizes each treatment to match individual comfort levels, drawing on comprehensive training in therapeutic techniques, anatomy, and clinical care standards.

Outside of the treatment room, Claire enjoys staying active, exploring her new surroundings in Virginia, and spending time with friends and family.

*Note: Claire is available for sessions Tuesday through Saturday.*