We emphasize prehab before rehab

At Five Branch, we firmly believe in the power of proactive prehabilitation before resorting to rehabilitation. We're here to be your partners on your health journey. We utilize our extensive knowledge and experience to help you overcome obstacles and achieve desired outcomes. By taking a personalized approach and truly understanding your unique needs, we can provide the guidance and tools necessary to optimize your well-being.

Prioritizing Prevention

Through our years of experience, we've witnessed the transformative effects of proactive prehabilitation. By prioritizing prevention and addressing any potential concerns early on, we can help you avoid extensive rehabilitation and pave the way for long-lasting results.

Meet Your Massage Therapist

MICHAEL SCHNEEWEIS

Hi there, I'm Michael! Let me share a bit of my world with you. My heart lies in helping folks eliminate that nagging neck, shoulders, back, and hip pain. There's nothing better than hearing how my clients start enjoying life again, all thanks to less pain. It's a big deal. Because let's face it, living with chronic pain can be challenging, and it often makes you wonder where you're headed if things don't change. That's where I come in! My clients see notable changes with regular massage sessions, and watching their lives transform for the better is the best part of my job.

Massage Therapist

RON NICHOLSON

Ron Nicholson, a massage therapist specializing in health and wellness education and rehab therapy, specializes in deep tissue, sports, and medical/rehab massage. He also offers relaxation services and incorporates aromatherapy, hot stones, and percussion massage into his practice. He believes massage is vital to health and wellness and sets the tone for Five Branch's involvement in all aspects of health and wellness.

Founder | Massage Therapist

BRITT ROGERS

Massage Therapist

Britt Rogers is a licensed massage therapist who received her education from the Florida School of Massage. Her areas of professional focus include deep tissue massage, neuromuscular therapy, Swedish/relaxation massage, myofascial release, sports massage, and orthopedic massage. Britt has a holistic approach to fitness and wellness, believing that physical, mental/emotional, and social health are interconnected. She finds balance in her life by spending time in nature.

KAY RUSSELL

Kay studied at Cortiva Institute in St. Pete, FL, specializing in myofascial release and somatic massage. Kay has found that pain and discomfort in the body oftentimes originate in places other than where it is felt, so she endeavors to collect a good amount of background information to find the root of the problem. She enjoys working with clients trying to improve their mind-body connection and focuses on whole-body wellness to help clients improve their quality of life.

Massage Therapist

BILLY KIPERSZTOK

Massage Therapist

A lifelong Gainesville resident, Billy Kipersztok switched from a previous career in finance to pursue massage therapy based on a desire to help others and work in a more service-oriented profession. He is passionate about the modality of massage and its benefits to holistic health and wellness. He is excited to share his passion for massage therapy and to promote health and wellness within the Gainesville community.

SHANNON BARRINEAU

Massage Therapist

Shannon is a graduate of the Florida School of Massage. She aims to create a safe space to relax the mind, body, and soul. She has an open heart and feels no judgment towards clients. Through communication, body language, and massage, Shannon wishes to show love and comfort. She wishes to help heal clients through therapeutic touch. Shannon specializes in Relaxation Massage, Therapeutic Deep Tissue Massage, and Maternity Massage. Shannon wishes to help those who are in pain, whether that be physical or emotional. She intends to empower her clients to make themselves a priority and live the life they seek.

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