About Us
John Padelford LMBT #9300
“The body can heal itself if given the right motivation. “
Owner of Green Leaf Wellness Center
John has accumulated over 14,000 hours of therapeutic bodywork in his 17 years of serving his hometown of Greensboro, North Carolina! He attended the Southeastern School of Neuromuscular Massage, one of the top massage schools in North Carolina. Since graduating in February of 2009, John has strived to stay knowledgeable in current industry trends. John’s career began in 2009 at Massage Envy of Greensboro, where he built a wealth of knowledge and experience accommodating clients of all backgrounds and body types.
John is well versed in several forms of massage, using a combination of orthopedic, and Swedish techniques for lasting results. With this focus on orthopedic massage, he specializes in specific pain problems associated with musculoskeletal dysfunction. It is John’s goal to get to know his clients and make each session individualized to their specific needs.
In 2015, John won “Massage Therapist of the Year” in North Carolina for Massage Envy, beating out over 1200 other therapists! He traveled to Las Vegas the following spring to receive the award in person at their Annual Franchise Conference. Since that time, John has been a husband, Business Owner, and Father!
Lea Padelford LMBT #19034
Co-Owner of Green Leaf Wellness Center
“There are many reasons why I got into this field of work: Not only help others, but also to help myself! I’d always been interested in massage therapy but have also had problems with pain over the years; I have definitely witnessed the benefits of massage first-hand! I love what I do, and I care for each of my clients’ safety and well-being.”
Lea is a Licensed Massage Therapist with over 6 years of experience and a passion for helping clients feel their best—body and mind. She first explored massage therapy as a way to manage her own chronic pain, and now brings that same healing energy to others. Lea genuinely cares for each client's safety, comfort, and overall well-being.
She completed over 650 hours of training at Guilford Technical Community College’s Professional Therapeutic Massage Program in 2019 and holds certifications in Neuromuscular Therapy and Touch Trauma Therapy. Lea combines techniques from Swedish massage, Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT) and Orthopedic massage to create personalized, effective sessions. She is also certified in Prenatal massage. Her goal is to meet each client where they are and tailor every session to their individual needs.
Calvin Ackerman is a dedicated massage therapist with 2 years of experience, specializing in clinical bodywork and offering cupping, scraping therapy for effective relief. Outside the treatment room, Calvin enjoys volleyball and relaxing with his dog. His warm, attentive approach helps clients feel their best in every session.
If you would like to schedule a massage appointment with Calvin please click our link at the top Right Corner Tab = or just click the book a Massage button!
Calvin Ackerman LMBT #20487
Abigail Layton LMBT #21905
Abigail Layton is a licensed massage therapist with over 6 years of experience helping individuals overcome chronic pain. She specializes in addressing a variety of concerns, including sciatica, sacroiliac or SI dysfunction, range of motion recovery, scar tissue adhesions, migraines, and more.
With certifications in myofascial release and lymphatic drainage massage, she combines specialized techniques with a personalized approach to meet your specific needs. She will take the time to understand your concerns, making sure each session supports you in your healing journey.
Whether you're seeking immediate relief or long-term improvement, Abigail is dedicated to helping you reduce pain, restore mobility, and enhance your overall quality of life. She looks forward to working with you and helping you towards lasting wellness.
Karla Romero LMBT #22112
Karla is a licensed massage therapist certified in Neuromuscular Therapy and known for her thoughtful, anatomy-informed approach to pain relief. With a background in fitness and a passion for understanding how the body works, she focuses on targeting the root causes of discomfort through precise, therapeutic techniques. Karla is committed to helping clients feel better and move with greater ease.
Welcome Karla to our team!