MEET YOUR THERAPISTS
MELISSA ERICKSEN
Owner & Licensed Massage Therapist
My spouse lived with chronic back pain after fracturing his lumbar vertebrae, and after years of limited relief, one session with a therapist trained in structural work and corrective movement changed everything. Watching his pain decrease and mobility return showed me what was possible and sparked my desire to help others experience the same progress. I enrolled at ZMC, graduated at the top of my class, and developed a deep passion for anatomy, physiology, and structural massage. I continued advanced training with leaders including Dr. Erik Dalton, Ph.D., James Walsawski, and Allison of Rebel Massage. Our focus is reducing pain and tension, improving mobility, and supporting recovery, while prioritizing clear communication, consent, and thoughtful, respectful care in every session.
LESLIE MCLELLAN
Licensed Massage Therapist
I came to massage therapy in 2018 looking for a way to help people and quickly fell in love with how much it improved my own well-being. I was drawn to Sagebrush for its medical and structural focus and the opportunity to work with clients on a deeper level. Each session is tailored to your goals, blending neuromuscular, Swedish, and sports massage with gentle stretching when helpful to improve sleep, mobility, and long-term maintenance. I begin by discussing current concerns, past injuries or treatments, and range of motion, then explain how we’ll use your session time. Outside of work, I’m a mom of four, homeschool my younger three, and enjoy nature, reading, and creating art.
ALYSSA SHROUT
Licensed Massage Therapist
I’m passionate about helping people reconnect with their bodies and trust the signals they’re designed to give. I love working at Sagebrush Massage Therapy because our care is client-centered, education-focused, and genuinely supportive, and my goal is to help you return to wellness while connecting you with the right specialty when needed. I specialize in myofascial release and craniosacral work, using sustained, gentle pressure to restore natural tissue mobility, ease chronic pain, and improve hydration and movement. Each session begins with a brief intake, clear explanations of what I’m noticing, and simple tools to support progress between visits. Outside the office, I enjoy hiking, mountain life, caring for my bunnies, time with my four kids, and studying psychology and brain plasticity.
JOSLIN WHEELER
Licensed Massage Therapist
I’ve always loved the health field and wanted to help people heal and be part of their journey. I chose massage therapy, and Sagebrush Massage Therapy specifically, because our focus on medical, physical therapy, and prenatal care aligns closely with my passion. I specialize in structural massage for pain relief and improved alignment, using stretching, cupping, and scraping to release tension and support relaxation. I’m also trained in prenatal massage and emphasize simple education and home care to help maintain results. Each session begins with a brief check-in about your concerns, followed by focused, relaxing work and gentle stretching. Before you leave, I share simple at-home tips to support continued progress. Outside of work, I love relaxing with a good book or playing guitar and piano.