About Us

Shine Therapy is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization supported through donations and dedicated to providing massage therapy through knowledgeable, skilled, trained therapists to support the vital recovery and well-being of cancer patients and their caregivers.

Our trained therapists, experienced with body structure, cancer-related precautions and concerns, and integrated therapeutic techniques, collaborate with you to achieve the best outcome for your health. A detailed medical history is taken into consideration to create a safe and effective individualized treatment plan.

Click Me

Our Mission

Shine Therapy provides oncology massage and or lymphedema therapy to cancer patients and survivors, primarily those who are uninsured, underinsured or low income, in Tarrant and surrounding counties.

Our Vision

Shine Therapy partners with wellness-focused organizations in Tarrant County to provide a complementary means of support for cancer patients through therapy, education and research.

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors for Shine Therapy is comprised of several individuals in the community who provide professional operational guidance from various fields. All have signed conflict of interest resolutions for the IRS and are committed to active involvement in the operation of Shine Therapy via monthly board meetings.

William (Wills) Ward

Technology Chair

William (Wills) Ward donates his talents as Technology Chair for Shine Therapy Board. Wills is currently Chief Information Officer at GivePay Commerce, LLC. A truly giving person, Wills provides Shine Therapy with his technical savvy, creative problem solving and financial support. He is dedicated to giving back and has long supported many Fort Worth charitable organizations. Wills enables many opportunities for our organization that Shine Therapy would not have without his commitment – we are truly grateful for his talents and support.

Nick Murray

Treasurer

J. Nicholas Murray; “Nick”, serves as Treasurer for Shine Therapy Board. He is a semi-retired CPA with a career spent in the corporate accounting and corporate taxation arenas. A firm believer in the importance of giving one’s time to your community, Nick has volunteered his expertise and dedication to several charitable organizations in Fort Worth for many years. Shine Therapy is extremely lucky to have Nick on board.

Advisory Board

The Advisory Board for Shine Therapy is comprised of professionals with medical and nonprofit expertise. They provide strategic advice and serve as our biggest advocates.

Mark Fersch

Medical student at the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine Fort Worth

Aurelio (Lito) Rodriguez

Professional grant writer for Moncrief Cancer Institute/UT Southwestern Fort Worth

Leader of “Lito & the Blackbirds”

[email protected]

Tom Reynolds

President, Reynolds Cattle Company

Long-time Fort Worth businessman

Talented speaker and musician

Instrumental in revitalization of FW Near Southside

W. Paul Bowman, MD

Senior Hematologist/Oncologist

Cook Children’s Health Care System & Professor and Chairman of Pediatrics
University of North Texas Health Sciences Center
Fort Worth, Texas
Paul[email protected]

Lesa Robison

Director, Constituent Cultivation and Stewardship

American Cancer Society
[email protected]

Karen Albritton, MD

Hematologist/Oncologist

Medical Director
Adolescent/Young Adult Program
Cook Children’s Health Care System & Fort Worth Adolescent/Young Adult Oncology Coalition
[email protected]

Asad Dean, MD

Hematologist & Medical Oncologist

Texas Oncology
Fort Worth, Texas
[email protected]

About Us

Our Mission

Our Vision

Board of Directors

Advisory Board

Join Now

Cart