Meet The Nirvana Bodywork Team
Dedicated professionals committed to your wellness
Kris Briggs
Licensed Massage Therapist/Owner
Kris is the owner of Nirvana Bodywork and has been practicing massage therapy since 2012. She helps clients throughout the Richmond area find relief from pain and stress so they can move more freely and feel better in their bodies.
Her work is rooted in a belief in the body’s natural ability to heal and the vital role the nervous system plays in overall well-being. Kris integrates a range of modalities, including deep tissue, Swedish massage, craniosacral therapy (CST), Reiki, hot stone therapy, and specialized techniques for oncology and prenatal care.
Known for her knowledge, intuitive touch, and personalized approach, Kris supports clients dealing with chronic pain, injuries, and everyday tension. Clients often experience reduced pain and muscle spasms, improved mobility, and a greater sense of physical and mental ease—many making her work a regular part of their self-care routine.
Markella Kipreos
Licensed Massage Therapist
Markella is a licensed massage therapist and a valued member of the team at Nirvana Bodywork. Her journey into massage therapy began at a young age, when she experienced relief from asthma and allergies through her mom’s massage therapist. After earning a BFA in English and Creative Writing in 2013, she returned to massage as a way to manage chronic pain from undiagnosed hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS). In 2015, Markella earned her massage therapy license and has been practicing full time ever since.
She specializes in creating a sense of physical and energetic balance in the body, helping clients find relief from chronic pain, hypermobility, and stress. Her work incorporates a range of modalities, including therapeutic massage, face and scalp massage, manual lymphatic drainage, reflexology, prenatal therapeutic massage, and oncology massage. She also integrates Reiki and chakra balancing to support deeper relaxation and nervous system regulation.
With a focus on personalized care, Markella combines therapeutic skill with a deep understanding of the body’s needs to promote healing, stability, and overall well-being. Clients often leave her sessions feeling more connected, supported, and at ease—both physically and mentally.
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