Why Massage Therapy Is More Than Just A Luxury With Dr. Dominique Carson
Fri Feb 06 2026
Massage therapy is often seen as a luxurious way of relaxation. However, it offers more medical benefits than you could imagine. George Wright III pulls back the curtain on the science behind it with licensed massage therapist Dr. Dominique Carson. Together, they discuss how massage therapy regulates the nervous system as well as the other body systems, making it essentially an extension of nursing. Dr. Dominique also breaks down how grief vastly transformed her outlook in life, her unique TRIBE philosophy, and her reason for pursuing a doctorate degree. This inspiring conversation will redefine your idea of wellness and learn how to align actions with intention.
01:26 Dr. Dominique’s Work As A Licensed Massage Therapist
06:11 Why Massage Therapy Is More Than Just A Luxury
09:21 Understanding The Core Philosophy Of TRIBE
13:48 How Grief Can Reshape Focus And Clarity
18:25 Challenges Of Pursuing Further Education
22:06 Dispelling Misconceptions About Massage Therapy
About the Guest
Every rose has its thorn, but the beauty of the flower makes the pain worth it in the end. Dr. Dominique M. Carson has been remarkable in her current state, Virginia, and her hometown, New York City. She has beaten all odds by becoming an award-winning massage practitioner, freelance journalist, author, and orator. From the time she was eight years old, she used her artistic and writing abilities to inform and inspire others, leading her to greater heights. As a result, she received her bachelor's and master's degrees before she was 25.
Carson became the first African American to receive the Brooklyn College Wall of Fame award in 2011. Carson has interviewed over 100 figures in popular culture as a freelance journalist. She received various awards, including 2x Author All-Star, the Global Iconic Changemaker Award, and the Global Recognition Award for her editorial and health/wellness work. In Spring 2024, she was awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Humanitarianism from the Global International Alliance Advocate University.
Her story has been featured in media outlets such as Speakers Magazine, Courageous Woman Magazine, Sheen Magazine, Impact Magazine, Femi Magazine, Industry Times, and Forbes.One. VoyageLA, ShoutoutLA, and Bold Journey, to name a few.
Guest Resources
Professional Portfolio: https://dominiquecarson.contently.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/domcarson
Facebook: https://facebook.com/dmc922
Instagram: https://instagram.com/domcarson90
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdominiquemcarson
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Massage therapy is often seen as a luxurious way of relaxation. However, it offers more medical benefits than you could imagine. George Wright III pulls back the curtain on the science behind it with licensed massage therapist Dr. Dominique Carson. Together, they discuss how massage therapy regulates the nervous system as well as the other body systems, making it essentially an extension of nursing. Dr. Dominique also breaks down how grief vastly transformed her outlook in life, her unique TRIBE philosophy, and her reason for pursuing a doctorate degree. This inspiring conversation will redefine your idea of wellness and learn how to align actions with intention. 01:26 Dr. Dominique’s Work As A Licensed Massage Therapist 06:11 Why Massage Therapy Is More Than Just A Luxury 09:21 Understanding The Core Philosophy Of TRIBE 13:48 How Grief Can Reshape Focus And Clarity 18:25 Challenges Of Pursuing Further Education 22:06 Dispelling Misconceptions About Massage Therapy About the Guest Every rose has its thorn, but the beauty of the flower makes the pain worth it in the end. Dr. Dominique M. Carson has been remarkable in her current state, Virginia, and her hometown, New York City. She has beaten all odds by becoming an award-winning massage practitioner, freelance journalist, author, and orator. From the time she was eight years old, she used her artistic and writing abilities to inform and inspire others, leading her to greater heights. As a result, she received her bachelor's and master's degrees before she was 25. Carson became the first African American to receive the Brooklyn College Wall of Fame award in 2011. Carson has interviewed over 100 figures in popular culture as a freelance journalist. She received various awards, including 2x Author All-Star, the Global Iconic Changemaker Award, and the Global Recognition Award for her editorial and health/wellness work. In Spring 2024, she was awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Humanitarianism from the Global International Alliance Advocate University. Her story has been featured in media outlets such as Speakers Magazine, Courageous Woman Magazine, Sheen Magazine, Impact Magazine, Femi Magazine, Industry Times, and Forbes.One. VoyageLA, ShoutoutLA, and Bold Journey, to name a few. Guest Resources Professional Portfolio: https://dominiquecarson.contently.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/domcarson Facebook: https://facebook.com/dmc922 Instagram: https://instagram.com/domcarson90 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdominiquemcarson