Meet The Team

Moe Rivera

Moe Rivera is a Puerto Rico–born massage therapist, father, and longtime Durham community advocate. Raised in the Bronx and based in Durham since 2005, he is the co-founder of Bulltánica, a community-centered space for well-being rooted in skilled care, cultural connection, and restoration.

As a licensed massage and bodywork therapist, Moe specializes in deep tissue massage, sports massage, manual lymphatic drainage, myofascial work, and individualized recovery support. His approach is direct but attentive: he listens closely, adjusts each session to the person in front of him, and works to address pain and restriction without treating the body like a problem that needs to be conquered.

Moe’s commitment to community began as a teenager, when he helped develop an afterschool program in Raleigh’s Foxridge Manor community. He later graduated from Durham Neighborhood College and has remained involved in neighborhood organizing, youth programming, public-space advocacy, and historic preservation.

Before entering massage therapy, Moe spent nearly a decade in the electronic components industry and worked in hospitality. Those experiences strengthened the listening, communication, and relationship-building skills that now shape his practice.

Through Bulltánica and Massage by Moe, he brings together bodywork, hospitality, civic engagement, and a belief that care should be practical, culturally grounded, and accessible. His work is built around a simple idea: people deserve opportunities not only to feel better, but to feel supported, respected, and more at home in their bodies.

Monica Rivera​

Medicinal herbalist

Monica is a dedicated herbalist, certified yoga teacher (RYT-200), and Level 3 Reiki practitioner. She completed a decade-long apprenticeship under the guidance of Suki Roth and a year-long intensive at the Chapel Hill School of Ayurveda. Drawing on her knowledge of anatomy and physiology, ancient Ayurvedic principles, and Western energetics, Monica skillfully brings the body, mind, and spirit into balance.

Throughout her practice, she has witnessed the transformative effects of herbs in healing a variety of conditions, including injuries, allergies, stress, sleep disturbances, chronic inflammation, grief, PTSD, reproductive health, prenatal and postpartum care, digestive issues, and recovery from illnesses such as COVID-19. With a Bachelor's degree in Biology, Monica spent twelve years teaching reproductive health and anatomy at Duke University and the University of North Carolina.

Though she completed her yoga teacher training in 2021, her journey with yoga began at the age of two when her Takuma (paternal grandmother) taught her Surya Namaskar. Monica has immersed herself in yoga literature and has explored various styles as an adult. Additionally, she earned her Reiki certifications in the Usui lineage from 2006 to 2012 and is currently pursuing her Reiki Master Teacher training.

Alley Crosson-Taylor 

Alicia has dedicated her professional life to supporting families in their journey through

parenthood. She has provided support in various positions and organizations centered

around early childhood education for over 15 years – in positions ranging from early

interventionist to inclusive preschool program manager. In order to fully support families,

Alicia became a Certified Labor Doula in addition to a Certified Infant Feeding

Specialist. Most recently, Alicia added Certified VBAC Specialist to her credentials as a

way to help clients navigate the nuances of vaginal birth after cesarean. Alicia’s desire

to support expecting and postpartum families emerged as she embarked on her

parenting journey in 2016. She marveled at the various resources available throughout

pregnancy. She found that support and resources became much more nuanced once

baby is born and understands how that can feel overwhelming, or downright lonely, at

times.

As the 4th generation of birth worker in her family, she understands how important birth

work is as it supports the very beginning of the family experience.

When she is not supporting families, Alicia can be found creating organic tea blends

and spending time with her amazing husband and superstar kiddos.

Through relationship building and attuning to each client’s needs, Alicia provides

detailed and attentive educational, emotional, and physical support to families

throughout pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period.

Sad’e Lewis

The founder, owner and operator of Between Here & There LLC, is Sad’e Lewis a U.S. Army veteran who operated as an Intelligence Collector and as a civilian operates as an environmental scientist, information technology specialist, community leader, educator, mentor and guide.  Between Here & There LLC is an environmental consulting firm surrounding global hygiene and applications of information technology. She defines "global hygiene" as the cleanliness and health of the planet. As a military professional she operated in Afghanistan as the lead in the Logar province for human intelligence operations (2010), collaborating with special forces to find, identify the opposing threat.  She was the lead in intelligence collaborations throughout the Baltic states with zero security breaches.  Her mission is to clean up water systems throughout the planet then address other elements; air, soil and the cycling of wastes. She enjoys hiking, exploring, dancing and collaborating with others that are of the light, the Most High, GOD’s children.  Sad’e is a steward of the planet and looks forward to serving within the Bulltainica. 

Holly DeVries

Holistic Wellness Guide and Certified Yoga Instructor Specializing in Breath-Centered Movement and Transitional Care

Holly, a native Durhamite, is deeply passionate about the outdoors and holistic wellness. As a 500-hour certified yoga instructor, she specializes in guiding breath-centered, mindful movement, helping individuals connect more deeply with their bodies and minds. Her personal interests reflect her love for nature and adventure—whether she’s rock climbing, running, or backpacking, Holly is always exploring new ways to engage with the natural world and cultivate a deeper appreciation for the beauty around her. In her downtime, she enjoys knitting and spending quality time with her husband and their two pet rabbits, finding joy in the simple pleasures of life.

In addition to her yoga practice, Holly is both an INELDA-trained death doula and a DONA-trained birth doula. She is dedicated to offering compassionate, empathetic care, supporting individuals and families through life’s most significant transitions. Her work as a doula allows her to create a safe and nurturing space, guiding clients with sensitivity and respect during pivotal moments in their lives. Through her multifaceted approach to wellness, Holly strives to inspire others to embrace holistic practices that enhance their physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

Dale Thomas

Dale Thomas is originally from the tiny island of St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands. His family relocated to Cary in 1994 and he has been a Triangle resident ever since. He got his start in real estate the summer after his first year of law school while interning with a local law firm. After law school he began a broad practice which included criminal defense work, civil litigation and real estate before focusing solely on real estate matters. 

Dale currently works with clients on residential and commercial closing transactions, and also assists clients who are dealing with complex title related issues. He has carved out a niche representing investor clients and helping them with their unique needs. He has built a reputation for being very detail oriented in his practice and prides himself in being relatable and approachable to clients. He is truly a people person and enjoys learning about his clients and their backgrounds. Dale likes to say that his claim to fame as an attorney is that he has handled real estate transactions in all hundred of the North Carolina counties.  

When Dale is not hard at work he can be found traveling with family and friends back to the Virgin Islands and to other destinations worldwide, playing poker, or searching for new trending food spots. He is an adoring father to his two children, Tripp and Dylan.  

Bar Admissions

North Carolina, 2009

Education

J.D., North Carolina Central University School of Law, 2009 

B.S., Political Science with a Minor in Ethnic Studies, East Carolina University, 2005

Community Involvement

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. - Southeastern Regional Legal Counsel

Barber-Scotia College - Legal Counsel

Sigma Scholars Foundation, Inc. - Board of Directors 

Good Barrels of the Triangle - Member