About Essential Balanced Bodywork
Massage Therapy Rooted in Experience, Compassion, and Community
Since 2013, Essential Balanced Bodywork has been dedicated to providing exceptional massage therapy through personalized care, skilled therapeutic touch, and genuine human connection.
Now located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, our experienced licensed massage therapists continue to serve clients from Winston-Salem, Clemmons, Lewisville, and surrounding communities. Whether you're seeking relaxation, relief from everyday muscle tension, or a restorative wellness experience, we believe massage is an art form centered around you.
Our Story
Essential Balanced Bodywork was founded in 2013 by husband-and-wife team Michael and Emily Roels with a shared passion for massage therapy and a belief that every client deserves exceptional, personalized care.
What began as a commitment to providing quality therapeutic massage in Clemmons, North Carolina, grew into a trusted practice built on lasting relationships, skilled hands, and genuine compassion.
Over the years, we've had the privilege of welcoming thousands of clients, each with their own needs, goals, and reasons for seeking massage therapy. Through it all, one belief has remained at the heart of our work: massage is an art form, and no two people should receive exactly the same experience.
Today, Essential Balanced Bodywork calls the historic Brookstown Mill district of Winston-Salem home. Our talented team of licensed massage therapists brings together years of experience, diverse specialties, and a shared dedication to helping every client feel comfortable, cared for, and restored.
Although our location has changed, the heart of Essential Balanced Bodywork remains the same—exceptional massage therapy delivered with experience, intention, and genuine care.
Meet The Team
Ty’Ara Wagner, Massage Therapist LMBT #17320
Ty’Ara brings a warm, welcoming presence and a genuine passion for helping others feel their best. Her personable nature and thoughtful approach help clients feel comfortable, heard, and cared for throughout their massage experience.
As part of the Essential Balanced Bodywork team in Winston-Salem, Ty’Ara is dedicated to providing personalized massage therapy that encourages relaxation, eases everyday tension, and creates an opportunity to unwind and restore balance.
Emily Roels, Co-Owner | LMBT #3957
With more than 20 years of experience in massage therapy and holistic wellness, Emily brings a compassionate, intuitive, and personalized approach to every session. As co-owner of Essential Balanced Bodywork, she believes massage is an art form that combines skilled therapeutic touch with genuine human connection.
Emily's extensive background includes therapeutic massage, reflexology, Reiki, sound healing, and holistic health coaching. Her goal is to create a peaceful, supportive experience where each client feels heard, nurtured, and restored in body and mind.
Michael Roels, Co-Owner | LMBT #3174
With more than 25 years of experience in massage therapy and bodywork, Michael brings an extraordinary understanding of the human body and a passion for helping others live more comfortably.
As co-owner of Essential Balanced Bodywork and founder of the RoelsMethod™ Pain Relief Center, Michael's approach was shaped by his own journey through chronic pain. Over the years, he has helped thousands of clients through personalized therapeutic bodywork and a deep commitment to understanding each individual's needs.
Kathy Everhart, Guest Care & Client Relations
Kathy brings a wealth of professional experience and a genuinely caring heart to Essential Balanced Bodywork. After a successful career in corporate America, working in accounting for large companies, she brings her organizational skills, attention to detail, and thoughtful nature to our team.
Known for her kindness, gentle spirit, and welcoming smile, Kathy helps create the warm, personal atmosphere our clients have come to love. She believes that making people feel valued and cared for is just as important as providing exceptional service.
Kathy is an essential part of what makes Essential Balanced Bodywork feel like family.
Katie Pepper, Guest Educator | CE Provider
Katie Pepper brings over 20 years of experience in massage therapy, stress management, and wellness education. Her compassionate approach combines professional knowledge with a passion for helping others understand the connection between stress, trauma, and overall well-being.
Katie partners with the RoelsMethod™ Pain Relief Center as a guest instructor, offering educational workshops focused on stress and trauma resilience, mindfulness, and personal well-being.
Through her teaching, Katie encourages greater self-awareness and provides practical tools to help individuals navigate life's challenges with greater confidence and balance.
Why Clients Choose EBB
Award-Winning Care
2015 Chamber Member of the Year, Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce.
Experienced Therapists
Skilled, licensed professionals providing personalized massage therapy.
Massage Is an Art Form
Thoughtful, individualized care designed around your comfort and needs.
Historic Brookstown Mill
A welcoming massage experience in the heart of Winston-Salem.