your practitioners

When you feel good,
​So Does the World around you

Andrea Rivera
​Co-owner, L.Ac., MSOM, LMT

Andrea graduated with her Master of Science in Oriental Medicine in Boulder, CO in 2016. In 2006 she received her Associate of Applied Science in Massage Therapy in Lincoln, NE and immediately moved to Boulder, CO to attend The Rolf Institute of Structural Integration. There she learned a specialized bodywork modality centered around connective tissue realignment. After putting 8 years into her bodywork practices she yearned to “see more” while treating her clients. She had already had various introductions into the world of Chinese Medicine and decided that learning such a complete body of medicine would give her just what she needed to better assist her future patients. Today Andrea puts together roughly 14 years of experience and never ending learning into her medical practice in Missoula. Again and again this work has cured what ails her, calmed her spirit, and kept her life deeply meaningful. She hopes it will bring the same joys to her patients. When not attending to this great calling she loves moving her body in every way possible, eating energizing food, and sipping a good cup of coffee.

Andrea's Education

Allison France
​Co-Owner, L.Ac., MSOM, LMT

Allison’s desire to help others live optimally and pain free led her from a bachelors degree in exercise science to Costa Rica where she fell in love with the art of massage and the therapeutic effects it can have on the body. Allison has since completed a four year Masters Degree of Traditional Chinese Medicine so that she can incorporate Acupuncture and herbal medicine into her private practice. Allison views preventative medicine and lifestyle choices as the core to optimal health. It is a combination of her desire to learn, her passion to share knowledge and her drive to connect with others that make her a valuable addition to our healthcare community. When not working one on one with patients, Allison spends her time teaching Anatomy and Physiology at the Sacred Roots Massage School of Montana where she is a constant student of her students. We are all in this world together and it's Allison's philosophy that when our bodies are functioning optimally, so will be our minds and the world around us.
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Allison's Education

Massage Therapists

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​Nicky Keohane
LMT and certified reflexologist

Nicky’s first experience of Chinese medicine was many years ago; working in the demanding corporate world and being constantly stressed, she agreed to acupuncture and cupping by a friend who was a doctor from Korea. She was amazed how she felt, but, was intrigued to be told her thyroid gland wasn’t functioning well. Years later, after becoming unwell she was diagnosed with an under active gland and thus began her interest in Chinese medicine and complementary therapies.

Nicky graduated from the London School of Beauty and Cosmetic Make-Up with Diplomas in Swedish Body Massage and Indian Head Massage. She has continued her love of body work gaining further training including Aromatherapy, Advanced Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, and Trigger Point work.

Her massage style is an amalgamation of Swedish techniques, which she loves, and believes true Swedish work is an excellent modality and often under-rated along with deep tissue and tuina. Treating the "whole person" is her goal, she believes massage should be an experience, not just therapeutic, but also an opportunity to take time out for oneself and feel a little pampered.

Nicky also specializes in Reflexology and trained with Louise Keet, Britain’s leading practitioner, who is highly regarded in the Reflexology profession. Working on the feet is Nicky’s true passion and she is continually amazed at the power of this dynamic technique. This complementary treatment runs alongside Acupuncture as it is working on the zones or meridians that correspond to each structure and organ of the body.

Nicky has been working professionally for over 16 years, she ran her own clinic in London, England working with busy professionals, athletes, and musicians to name a few. She and her husband moved to Missoula some years ago, and she has been busy building her career here in the USA. Nicky is excited to bring her experience and love of body work to The Missoula Meridian.

In her free-time she loves to garden, cook, listen to music and visit a cocktail bar or two!

Nicky’s Education

  • The London School of Beauty and Cosmetic Make Up - Nationally Certified Massage Therapist
  • The Carlton Institute of Beauty Therapy - Nationally Certified Aromatherapist
  • The London School of Reflexology, Regent’s University - Nationally recognized ABC Awrds Level 3 Diploma
  • The Jing Institute of Advanced Massage Trainging, a renowned school in the UK offering advanced courses in body work - Nationally Certified Diploma in Body Mechanics
  • ​Overseas Full member of the Association of Reflexologists - The UK’s leading professional body for Reflexologists

Renee Kennedy
​LMT

Renée’s passion in life is to be a positive change in the world; to inspire health, healing and happiness to all beings. This path has lead her to practice and teach yoga, learn about whole-food vegetarian nourishment, herbal medicine and most recently massage therapy. Renée completed the Massage Therapy program at Sacred Roots Massage School of Montana in 2018, where she now teaches anatomy inspired yoga classes to students. Renée believes that when you take care of your body, your body will take care of you.

Renée’s massages will leave you feeling relaxed, refreshed and rejuvenated.

Renee’s Education

  • Sacred Roots Massage School of Montana, Licenced Massage Therapist
  • The Movement Center, Certified Yoga Teacher
  • Arctos School of Herbal and Botanical Studies, Certificate of completion in herbal medicine
  • NW Veg, Certificate of completion in Veg 101 and Master Veg Program
Find your health at: 1852 South Ave West, Missoula, MT 59802 | desk@missoulameridian.com. I 406.926.1616