🌿Meet the Still Roots Team

Where clinical skill meets heart-centered care.
At Still Roots, we believe exceptional bodywork happens when knowledge, intuition, and genuine human warmth combine.
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Our practitioners share three core values:​
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Whole-Person Focus – We treat more than pain points; we support the mind-body connection so you leave each session feeling balanced and empowered.
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Lifelong Learning – From new manual-therapy certifications to the latest research in fascia science, we’re growth-minded clinicians who never stop honing our craft.
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Real-World Compassion – Laughter, active listening, and a “come-as-you-are” vibe infuse our studio. Healing is serious work, but it should still feel welcoming and real.
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🌿 Anita Mergl, Female RMT
Advanced Clinical Massage | Relaxation Therapeutic | Prenatal | Active Release Technique | Craniosacral
“Massage is more than treatment—it’s a path to vitality, balance, and ease.”
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Why clients love Anita
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Clinical depth with intuitive flow: Trained in Makami College’s 3,000-hour Advanced Clinical Massage Therapy program and a proud CRMTA member, Anita toggles seamlessly between evidence-based protocols and heartfelt presence.
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A toolbox built for complexity: She weaves together deep-tissue, myofascial cupping, trigger-point therapy, lymphatic drainage, craniosacral work, hot-stone techniques, and assisted stretching/postural correction. Whether you have stubborn shoulder pain or prenatal tension, she’s ready.​
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Collaborative spirit Anita: sees every session as a partnership. Expect clear communication, homework you’ll actually do, and cheerleading that lasts well beyond the table.
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What Anita Specializes In:
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Relief from chronic pain or old injuries
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Anita combines targeted trigger-point therapy with Active Release Techniques, sometimes cupping to help retrain your nervous system and reduce long-standing tension.​​
A break from desk-job strain
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Whether it’s neck stiffness or rounded shoulders, Anita uses postural assessments, deep tissue work, and guided stretching to realign and release.​​
Comfort and support during pregnancy
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With specialized prenatal training, Anita creates safe, soothing treatments tailored to each stages of second and third trimester of pregnancy and postpartum recovery.​
​A deep reset from stress and overwhelm
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Her calming craniosacral therapy and gentle hot stone techniques help regulate the nervous system and bring you back to center.​
Outside the clinic
If Anita’s not charting treatment plans, you’ll likely find her:​
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Hiking river-valley trails (“fresh air is my reset button”)
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Spiriting her kids to weekend basketball matches
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Sneaking in sunset volleyball on long summer evenings
These moments in nature and play fuel the grounded, upbeat energy she brings to every client interaction.
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🌿 Kieran O'Connor, Male RMT
Relaxation & Therapeutic Massage | Recent Graduate | Trained at Vicars School of Massage Therapy 2200 Hours
"Through every touch, Kieran creates a space where the body finds its natural rhythm and the mind returns to peace."
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Why Clients love Kieran
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Attention to detail: Kieran listens carefully to all your needs and makes the most of your time.​
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Practical and knowledgeable: A recent graduate from Vicars School of Massage therapy, Kieran is up to date on all the latest knowledge and research in massage therapy. ​
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Above and beyond: Kieran is always ready to go the extra mile, whether that’s explaining the benefits of massage, working with you on an individualized treatment plan, or just being there to create a safe and friendly environment for you to relax.
What Kieran Specializes in
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Personalized treatment plans that fit your goals. No two clients are the same!​
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Myofascial release and mobilizations to relieve your muscles.​
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Relaxation for both mind and body. In today’s fast moving society, Kieran will help you breathe, take a step away from life, and go back to work feeling recharged.​
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Using a plethora of specific, therapeutic techniques to relieve your pain. Whether it’s a stiff neck, aching shoulders, or an injured leg, Kieran is ready to work with you.
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Outside the Clinic
If Kieran’s not working with clients, you might find him:​
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Hiking in the mountains with family​
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Exploring other worlds through Dungeons and Dragons with friends​
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Speedrunning Zelda games
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Kieran never does anything halfway. Whether it's setting that next gaming record or helping you feel refreshed and relieved, he always puts 110% into everything he does.​
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Ready to feel the Still Roots difference?​
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Text Still Roots Massage directly: (825) 425-0275
Follow Still Roots Massage journey on Instagram: @stillrootsmassage ​
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