The Story Behind Juniper
ABout us
Created to help people like you move well, recover fully, and stay strong for life.
At Juniper, we believe movement is medicine and strength is freedom. We pair expert physical therapy with smart strength training and recovery so you can feel better now and stay strong for years to come—with a guide who knows your story and cares about your results.
- You want fewer flare-ups and more consistency.
- You want to build (or rebuild) muscle for longevity.
- You prefer expert eyes and a clear plan over guesswork.
- You want to stay active doing what you love—safely.
Strength that Lasts
Our Story
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Our Mission
To help people move better, feel stronger, and live fully - through expert care, supportive guidance, and advanced technology.
In September 2016, Alyssa passed away at just 32. Her kindness, zest for life, and deep love for the earth gave Elizabeth the courage to build the place she had always envisioned: a studio where people could heal, grow stronger, and live fully.
The name honors Alyssa’s dog and the juniper tree itself—resilient, weathered, and more striking with age. Its berries have been used traditionally to ease aches and support healing. Like the tree, we help you grow steadier roots, greater resilience, and a softer, wiser strength over time.
In Alyssa’s spirit, Juniper is dedicated to kindness—to one another and to our earth. May her story continue in every person who chooses strength, vitality, and hope.
Hold on to what is good, even if it’s a handful of earth.
Hold on to what you believe, even if it’s a tree that stands by itself.
Hold on to what you must do, even if it’s a long way from here.
Hold on to your life, even if it is easier to let go.
Hold on to my hand, even if someday I’ll be gone away from you.
- A Pueblo Indian Prayer
The Story of Juniper
Like the juniper tree, we build resilience from the ground up so you can weather life’s stresses.
Rooted in Strength
Small wins compound. We meet you where you are and help you get 1% better—consistently.
progress over perfection
Physical therapists and trainers work side-by-side. You’ll always know the why behind your plan.
Expert Guidance
What We Value
(& Why It Matters To You)
Our Values
Meet Your Team
Juniper
Dr. Elizabeth Wergin, DPT is the owner of Juniper with 25+ years of experience helping clients move better and feel stronger. She takes a holistic, root-cause approach to care so people can stay active and thrive at every age.
Dr. Elizabeth Wergin, DPT
Founder & Physical Therapist
Char Barwin, BA is Juniper’s Director of Marketing and Client Experience with a background in communications, healthcare, and education. She supports daily operations, client care, and marketing while sharing her passion for movement and community.
Char Barwin
DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & CLIENT EXPERIENCE
Madison Kuehl, BS, is a Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech at Juniper, supporting guests through rehab and advanced wellness services. With a background in psychology and behavioral health, she brings an organized, empathetic approach that helps guests move better, feel stronger, and live fully.
Madison Kuehl
Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech
Colleen Burke, BS, CPT is a Personal Trainer with over 7 years of experience. She helps clients of all ages build strength, confidence, and resilience—with a special focus on weightlifting and postpartum fitness.
Colleen Burke
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER
Madison Kuehl, BS, is a Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech at Juniper, supporting guests through rehab and advanced wellness services. With a background in psychology and behavioral health, she brings an organized, empathetic approach that helps guests move better, feel stronger, and live fully.
Madison Kuehl
Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech
Colleen Burke, BS, CPT is a Personal Trainer with over 7 years of experience. She helps clients of all ages build strength, confidence, and resilience—with a special focus on weightlifting and postpartum fitness.
Colleen Burke
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER
Madison Kuehl, BS, is a Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech at Juniper, supporting guests through rehab and advanced wellness services. With a background in psychology and behavioral health, she brings an organized, empathetic approach that helps guests move better, feel stronger, and live fully.
Madison Kuehl
Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech
Colleen Burke, BS, CPT is a Personal Trainer with over 7 years of experience. She helps clients of all ages build strength, confidence, and resilience—with a special focus on weightlifting and postpartum fitness.
Colleen Burke
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER
Madison Kuehl, BS, is a Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech at Juniper, supporting guests through rehab and advanced wellness services. With a background in psychology and behavioral health, she brings an organized, empathetic approach that helps guests move better, feel stronger, and live fully.
Madison Kuehl
Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech
Colleen Burke, BS, CPT is a Personal Trainer with over 7 years of experience. She helps clients of all ages build strength, confidence, and resilience—with a special focus on weightlifting and postpartum fitness.
Colleen Burke
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER
Madison Kuehl, BS, is a Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech at Juniper, supporting guests through rehab and advanced wellness services. With a background in psychology and behavioral health, she brings an organized, empathetic approach that helps guests move better, feel stronger, and live fully.
Madison Kuehl
Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech
Colleen Burke, BS, CPT is a Personal Trainer with over 7 years of experience. She helps clients of all ages build strength, confidence, and resilience—with a special focus on weightlifting and postpartum fitness.
Colleen Burke
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER
Madison Kuehl, BS, is a Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech at Juniper, supporting guests through rehab and advanced wellness services. With a background in psychology and behavioral health, she brings an organized, empathetic approach that helps guests move better, feel stronger, and live fully.
Madison Kuehl
Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech
Colleen Burke, BS, CPT is a Personal Trainer with over 7 years of experience. She helps clients of all ages build strength, confidence, and resilience—with a special focus on weightlifting and postpartum fitness.
Colleen Burke
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER
Madison Kuehl, BS, is a Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech at Juniper, supporting guests through rehab and advanced wellness services. With a background in psychology and behavioral health, she brings an organized, empathetic approach that helps guests move better, feel stronger, and live fully.
Madison Kuehl
Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech
Colleen Burke, BS, CPT is a Personal Trainer with over 7 years of experience. She helps clients of all ages build strength, confidence, and resilience—with a special focus on weightlifting and postpartum fitness.
Colleen Burke
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER
Madison Kuehl, BS, is a Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech at Juniper, supporting guests through rehab and advanced wellness services. With a background in psychology and behavioral health, she brings an organized, empathetic approach that helps guests move better, feel stronger, and live fully.
Madison Kuehl
Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech
Colleen Burke, BS, CPT is a Personal Trainer with over 7 years of experience. She helps clients of all ages build strength, confidence, and resilience—with a special focus on weightlifting and postpartum fitness.
Colleen Burke
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER
Madison Kuehl, BS, is a Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech at Juniper, supporting guests through rehab and advanced wellness services. With a background in psychology and behavioral health, she brings an organized, empathetic approach that helps guests move better, feel stronger, and live fully.
Madison Kuehl
Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech
Colleen Burke, BS, CPT is a Personal Trainer with over 7 years of experience. She helps clients of all ages build strength, confidence, and resilience—with a special focus on weightlifting and postpartum fitness.
Colleen Burke
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER
Madison Kuehl, BS, is a Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech at Juniper, supporting guests through rehab and advanced wellness services. With a background in psychology and behavioral health, she brings an organized, empathetic approach that helps guests move better, feel stronger, and live fully.
Madison Kuehl
Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech
Colleen Burke, BS, CPT is a Personal Trainer with over 7 years of experience. She helps clients of all ages build strength, confidence, and resilience—with a special focus on weightlifting and postpartum fitness.
Colleen Burke
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER
Madison Kuehl, BS, is a Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech at Juniper, supporting guests through rehab and advanced wellness services. With a background in psychology and behavioral health, she brings an organized, empathetic approach that helps guests move better, feel stronger, and live fully.
Madison Kuehl
Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech
Colleen Burke, BS, CPT is a Personal Trainer with over 7 years of experience. She helps clients of all ages build strength, confidence, and resilience—with a special focus on weightlifting and postpartum fitness.
Colleen Burke
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER
Madison Kuehl, BS, is a Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech at Juniper, supporting guests through rehab and advanced wellness services. With a background in psychology and behavioral health, she brings an organized, empathetic approach that helps guests move better, feel stronger, and live fully.
Madison Kuehl
Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech
Colleen Burke, BS, CPT is a Personal Trainer with over 7 years of experience. She helps clients of all ages build strength, confidence, and resilience—with a special focus on weightlifting and postpartum fitness.
Colleen Burke
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER
Madison Kuehl, BS, is a Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech at Juniper, supporting guests through rehab and advanced wellness services. With a background in psychology and behavioral health, she brings an organized, empathetic approach that helps guests move better, feel stronger, and live fully.
Madison Kuehl
Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech
Colleen Burke, BS, CPT is a Personal Trainer with over 7 years of experience. She helps clients of all ages build strength, confidence, and resilience—with a special focus on weightlifting and postpartum fitness.
Colleen Burke
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER
Madison Kuehl, BS, is a Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech at Juniper, supporting guests through rehab and advanced wellness services. With a background in psychology and behavioral health, she brings an organized, empathetic approach that helps guests move better, feel stronger, and live fully.
Madison Kuehl
Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech
Colleen Burke, BS, CPT is a Personal Trainer with over 7 years of experience. She helps clients of all ages build strength, confidence, and resilience—with a special focus on weightlifting and postpartum fitness.
Colleen Burke
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER
Madison Kuehl, BS, is a Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech at Juniper, supporting guests through rehab and advanced wellness services. With a background in psychology and behavioral health, she brings an organized, empathetic approach that helps guests move better, feel stronger, and live fully.
Madison Kuehl
Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech
Colleen Burke, BS, CPT is a Personal Trainer with over 7 years of experience. She helps clients of all ages build strength, confidence, and resilience—with a special focus on weightlifting and postpartum fitness.
Colleen Burke
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER
Madison Kuehl, BS, is a Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech at Juniper, supporting guests through rehab and advanced wellness services. With a background in psychology and behavioral health, she brings an organized, empathetic approach that helps guests move better, feel stronger, and live fully.
Madison Kuehl
Physical Therapy & Vitality Care+ Tech
Colleen Burke, BS, CPT is a Personal Trainer with over 7 years of experience. She helps clients of all ages build strength, confidence, and resilience—with a special focus on weightlifting and postpartum fitness.
Colleen Burke
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER
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