MEET THE TEAM
GOOD MEDICINE MISSOULA
Meet Our Team
JESSI GATES
OWNER/FOUNDER
Jessi Gates is a 5th generation Montanan and was raised with a deep love for this state and the people who live in it. A Licensed Massage Therapist with nearly two decades of experience, she is passionate about holistic wellness, and anyone that has come through our doors will testify to her welcoming nature and sense of humor.
Good Medicine was born out of her desire to bring together exceptionally qualified practitioners to work under a model that provides affordable and accessible pricing for our patients, in an environment that allows deep relaxation and healing. Founded in Missoula, MT in 2016, Good Medicine now has locations in Missoula and Bozeman, MT, and provides over 16,000 treatments each year to our community.
Jessi does her best to follow her own advice and tends to her wellness with regular Acupuncture & Massage sessions, herbal medicine practices, and prefers biking, boxing, and yoga to keep herself strong. When she takes a break from tending to Good Medicine you can find her outside with her dogs, seeking live music or planning her next trip to almost anywhere, and serves her community as a member of the Board of Directors for the Child Start Head Start program in Missoula, MT.
Good Medicine began as a “crazy” idea and a labor of love, and with the support of her incredible staff, grew into something much larger and more meaningful that she ever could have expected. She is the first to tell you that it is an honor to be able to serve her communites in this way, and thanks to all involved, is truly living her dream.
GAVIN MCCLURE, LAc
DIRECTOR OF ACUPUNCTURE
Gavin McClure, a Montana native from Gardiner, grew up surrounded by the beauty of Yellowstone National Park, inspiring a lifelong connection to nature. He pursued his passion for the environment by earning a degree in Environmental Studies from the University of Montana. After graduation, Gavin toured with the Montana Repertory Theatre, eventually moving to Los Angeles and then New York City, where his journey took an inspiring turn. In New York, he reconnected with his wife, Angi, and deepened his practice of Qigong and Chinese philosophy, which ultimately led him to the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine in Portland.
As a licensed acupuncturist, Gavin specializes in treatments such as moxibustion, herbal medicine, shiatsu, Japanese-style acupuncture, and non-insertive techniques designed for sensitive clients and children. He is skilled in addressing a wide range of conditions, including musculoskeletal pain, digestive concerns, and respiratory issues, while focusing on the interconnected nature of health. Gavin tailors each treatment to the individual, integrating modalities like acupuncture, moxibustion, herbs, and massage to create lasting health improvements.
In addition to patient care, Gavin is the Acupuncture Director at Good Medicine, where he enriches the community through Chinese Medicine workshops and Qigong classes. An accomplished artist, Gavin has exhibited his work at the Portland Chinese Garden and various galleries, with select pieces displayed at the Missoula clinic.
Outside of work, Gavin enjoys reconnecting with nature through climbing, kayaking, and skiing.
We invite you to join Gavin’s Qigong classes on Tuesday mornings at 8:30 AM at Good Medicine. All are invited to explore the balance of mind, body, and spirit through this ancient practice.
LICENSED ACUPUNCTURIST
Rosemary Lyda, a Montana native, is a skilled and caring practitioner that shares a tremendous passion for natural therapies and medicine.
Since graduating from Montana State University-Bozeman, she has a worked in various veterinary clinics as well as research and development facilities with a focus on animal / human health. Rosemary graduated with a Masters of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and Japanese Styles from the highly regarded Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) University – New England School of Acupuncture (NESA).
Rosemary’s philosophy of care is to treat every patient holistically. This includes encouraging patients to consider lifestyle changes, diet, qigong, acupuncture, Chinese herbs, massage, and western medicine.
She applies her training to treat muscle and joint pain, fibromyalgia, connective tissue disorders, digestive disorders, neurologic issues – sciatica, headaches, anxiety, depression, and menstrual irregularities to name a few. She is fond of utilizing Japanese style non-insertive needle techniques to
treat children and patients who are needle sensitive. She also maintains an active role with the MCPHS University – NESA as a professional tutor.
Outside of the clinic, Rosemary enjoys hiking, biking, reading, spending time with God, her family, and her two cuddly cats.
AMY SMITH
LICENSED ACUPUNCTURIST
Amy Smith is a licensed Acupuncturist and certified Reiki practitioner known for her gentle needling technique and relaxing treatment style. Upon graduating from Northwestern Health Sciences with a Masters of Acupuncture in 2014, Amy was selected to intern at the Tianjin Teaching Hospital in Tianjin, China, where her work focused on stroke recovery and pediatric care.
She is experienced in treating a number of conditions, such as: musculoskeletal pain, migraines, anxiety/depression, and offers specialties in digestion support and regulating hormone imbalances. Her treatments often include, cupping, tuina, and Chinese nutritional and herbal therapy.
We love having her sense of humor and warm nature in the clinic. We especially love how quickly our patients who are new to Acupuncture feel comfortable receiving treatment with her gentle needling techniques. Amy is currently accepting Acupuncture patients at Good Medicine, and is available for Acupuncture or East Asian Bodywork treatments.
ANYA MEANS
DIRECTOR OF MASSAGE THERAPY
Fun fact- Anya Means was the first Massage Therapist to join Good Medicine upon opening in 2016! Jessi and Anya felt an immediate professional connection, and together, continued to grow Good Medicine into what it is today.
Talented, intuitive, and well educated, Anya joined Good Medicine after studying pre-nursing at UM and moving on to graduate from the Montana School of Massage as holistic healthcare became her calling. She specializes in Massage Cupping and Traditional Thai Massage. Anya is incredibly adept at listening to the patients who grace her massage table, utilizing her inherent talents as a deeply gifted energy worker to meet her clients needs at the deepest level of healing, releasing blocked emotions and rebalancing the nervous system.
To keep herself well she enjoys weight lifting, spending time in nature, and prioritizes spending time with her family.
FENESA DILWORTH
LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST & INDIGENOUS HEALER
Fenesa Dilworth brings a wealth of experience and deep compassion to her work as an Indigenous Healer and Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT). While you may see her in her alternate role at the front desk, Fenesa’s true calling lies in supporting others on their journeys to healing and self-discovery.
A 2008 graduate of the Montana School of Massage, Fenesa built a thriving private practice specializing in complex cases of physical pain. Her dedication and heartfelt connection with her clients earned her the title of “Best of Missoula” for four consecutive years, from 2010 to 2014. Over time, Fenesa’s practice evolved as she recognized the profound connection between the body, mind, and spirit. She began incorporating meditation, breathwork, spirituality, and energy healing into her sessions to address emotional pain stored in the body.
Fenesa’s Tsimshian, Tlingit, and Apache ancestry informs her practice and inspires her passion for helping individuals heal trauma through Shamanic Soul Retrieval. This sacred Indigenous tradition honors life’s challenges and helps individuals reclaim their inner power. Using guided meditation and chakra energy healing, Fenesa facilitates a path to wholeness for those navigating trauma, PTSD, or soul loss. Her guided meditations are often described as empowering, inspiring, and deeply nurturing.
Today, Fenesa offers one-on-one Spiritual Mentoring, Quantum Energy Soul Healing Sessions, and leads Women’s Circles, Meditation Gatherings, and other soulful events at Good Medicine. Her work is grounded in helping clients reconnect with their intuition, resilience, and limitless potential while fostering a sense of universal support.
Whether she’s holding space in a healing session or simply greeting patients at the front desk, Fenesa’s warm presence is felt by all who meet her. And if you’re ever in need of a hug, don’t hesitate to ask—her hugs are known to be life-changing!
TAILYNNE FERWALT
LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST
A 2013 graduate of the Professional Massage Therapy Training Center graduate in Springfield, Missouri, Tai specializes in Sports Massage, Precision Neuromuscular Massage, Deep Tissue techniques, Myofascial Release, Reflexology, Swedish massage, and Hot Stone therapies. She is especially skilled at finding the root of physical imbalance and delivering highly effective treatments, leaving those who come across her table finding her work deeply therapeutic.
Growing up outside of the Ozark Mountains in Southwest Missouri with an adventurous nature, Tai’s massage therapy career has taken her across the country as she explored and worked in Hawaii, Colorado, Missouri, Oregon, and Vermont. Now a student at the University of Montana while earning her Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science and Sustainability, she looks forward to immersing herself in the landscape and natural history in her new home in Montana. She fully plans to take advantage of the opportunities around Missoula to indulge in her love of hiking, paddle boarding, kayaking, and camping!
KENDALL ANDERSON
LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST
A Montana native, Kendall Anderson is a physically active person by nature. While she’s been playing outside and competing in sports all her life, it took her awhile to understand the importance of self-care to counteract her activities. After realizing she had simply adapted to living with consistent pain, she sought out massage therapy, hoping to find relief. The experience clearly made an impression on her, and for the first time, Kendall realized that her body didn’t naturally exist in a state of constant ache!
As she learned more, her interest in becoming a professional Massage Therapist grew, which led her to become a graduate of The Sacred Roots School of Massage Bozeman campus. While completing her studies, Kendall found her motivation in massage was to help individuals facilitate consistent self-care and deep, nourishing, relaxation- hopefully to help those on her table experience how beneficial this type of care can be, far earlier than she did for herself!
Specializing in Myofascial Release, deeply relaxing Swedish Massage, Cupping, and Deep Tissue Massage, Kendall works with a firm and intuitive touch, customizing every treatment for what is needed to achieve the goals laid out before her.
Still active as she ever was, Kendall keeps herself well, both physically and mentally, through Pilates, yoga, weightlifting, hiking, and spending time with her loved ones. Kendall’s passion for bodywork continues to grow, and she is proud to join the Good Medicine team as an opportunity to further develop her skills in practice.
MATTY HANCOCK
USUI REIKI PRACTITIONER
Matty Hancock is a trained Usui Reiki practitioner who brings a deeply intuitive and compassionate approach to energy healing. Having been a part of the Missoula Community for over two decades, Matty is a trusted presence, known for his calming nature and authentic connection to those he works with. His Reiki journey began after a life-altering near-death experience that opened the door to an expansive spiritual awareness. From there, a powerful session with a local healer revealed his natural gifts, and he’s been honing them ever since.
Unique to his practice at Good Medicine, Matty performs his Reiki treatments while clients rest on the Quantum Energy Wellness Bed (QEWB), which creates a potent healing process by supporting cellular balance and energetic alignment. His work blends traditional technique with instinctual insight to help clients navigate emotional shifts, restore inner calm, and reconnect with their higher selves. No prior experience or belief in energy work is required to benefit from this unique approach—just an open mind and a willingness to relax. Come as you are, and experience this support in a way that feels both grounding and restorative.
Outside of the clinic, Matty enjoys hiking with his two dogs, playing volleyball, and spending restorative time with friends.
RYLEE MOORE
LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST
There is a strong intersection between artist and healers, and Rylee Moore is just that. After attending the London Contemporary Dance School, where they studied movement and somatic practices, Rylee went on to graduate from Sacred Roots School of Massage Therapy, Missoula campus, in 2021.
This combination of artistry and education gives Rylee the body awareness of a dancer, with the developed intuition and education of a Massage Therapist. Specializing in breathwork, therapeutic Cupping, and Deep Tissue techniques. Their practice is slow and gentle, heavily focused on trust, touch, and calming the nervous system. Rylee’s approach to bodywork, whether it be dance or massage therapy, is grounded in allowing sensations from touch and breath to help produce awareness of the body and the whole person.
Rylee is a non-binary/queer LMT who works with all individuals, and is uniquely qualified to recognize the need for accessibility to bodywork for those who exist in marginalized bodies. They work with all clients, in all bodies, to create a safe and therapeutic treatment experience.
BECCI SNOWDEN
LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST
A Montana native, Becci Snowden began her massage career as a 1998 graduate of the Starfire School, in Missoula, MT. A few years into her practice she continued her education and in 2002, became a graduate of the MT School of Massage, where her goal was to expand her knowledge and technique in a variety of Massage Therapy modalities. Becci specializes in Deep Tissue Massage, Myofacial Release, and Trigger Point Therapy- utilizing her skills in these modalities to get to the root of the issues that cause pain and imbalance in the body.
Away from the Massage table, Becci tends to her wellness by traveling, finding solace in nature- most likely on the river, and tapping into her creative side creating polymer clay jewelry in her own small business.
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Good Medicine Missoula is here to empower you as an active participant in your long-term wellness. Our well-rounded Acupuncturists are prepared to treat a wide range of conditions and are ready to guide you as we work to achieve your goals. Acupuncture treatments are priced on a sliding scale, ensuring access to treatment at a price that works for your budget.
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The best results come from working with Massage Therapists who are trained in a variety of techniques, have a deep understanding of anatomy, and are skilled in listening to the body in order to restore balance and heal your vessel. Your LMT may use tools such as cupping, hot stones, or aromatherapy during your treatment at no extra charge. Good Medicine offers discounted massage memberships to help keep consistent massage affordable.
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