The Meta Hippo

Jan 06, 2025

I couldn’t more highly recommend getting your next massage with Mercedes, the Metaphysical Hippo herself! Usually I need a painful, wince inducing massage to work out the knots in my neck, but Mercedes was able to alleviate my pain in a way that felt soothing and enjoyable. 10/10 experience!

Jan 06, 2025

Received an energetic massage from Mercedes along with some reiki work and had an amazing experience. It’s much more than a massage it’s an emotional release as well and very powerful! Will definitely be back

Sep 06, 2024

Mercedes is absolutely the *best* massage therapist I’ve ever been to. I’ve been getting massages for years and just moved to Charlotte and had a hard time finding quality care. I’m so grateful I’ve found The Meta Hippo. You won’t regret spending your time and money here!!

Aug 06, 2024

My reiki session with Mercedes was exactly what I needed. She made me feel so comfortable and created a safe space for some much needed energy work. I came away feeling lighter and relieved and optimistic. I highly recommend Mercedes if you're feeling kind of "stuck" and need help making space for your authentic self to come back to the forefront.

May 06, 2024

Mercedes is an absolute gem! I had no idea what I was stepping into but I came in with an open mind and left with a new found state of mental clarity and confidence! I’ve been in a funk with the amount of stress I was carrying and felt that all in my body. After our session, I had a new bout of motivation that I haven’t had in several months. Trust me when I say that the experience you receive is like no other. Mercedes was personable and caring while maintaining a high level of professionalism that made me comfortable and relaxed the whole time! Thank you again for such an incredible experience and I look forward to coming in again 🤍

Mar 06, 2024

Mercedes creates a welcoming, safe experience from start to finish. I felt calmer and “looser” for days after our latest session. I highly recommend for first-time and more experienced clients — she’s your girl for therapeutic massage and bodywork!

Mar 06, 2024

Mercedes is truly one of a kind. I’ve never had a massage experience like the ones I have with her. She takes your whole mind, body, and spirit into consideration before you even get started. Her core value of wellbeing for her clients is evident every single time. She’s truly got a magic touch, voice, and spirit! She is my primary bodywork professional and will continue to be. Definitely book with her!

Feb 06, 2024

Great experience with Mercedes. The energetic massage was so relaxing and felt like just what I needed. She’s very intentional with how she approaches your comfort and needs. I could definitely feel a positive energy shift. It’s not always easy to find a massage therapist that works for you. Thank you!!

Feb 06, 2024

I booked a session with Mercedes when I felt so tense in my body. I needed professional assistance! I stretched the days leading up to the session and the day of the session to prepare my body and make her work more accepted by my body. I heard the reviews of her methods and wanted to experience for myself! I walked into her beautiful space which is on a familiar street in Charlotte with easy parking. There are stairs leading up and her office was directly in front and she was there to meet me with a joyous smile and ready to work together. I filled out my form which was short and sweet with all the necessary information to share with her. She gave me space to fill it out and offered me refreshments. I felt welcomed and relaxed. Surrounded by rich hues of purple I felt the colors healing on a cosmic sense. We reviewed concerns and areas of focus before beginning the session. I felt seen and accepted when sharing my goals for the session. Mercedes began the session with reiki energy work and I received beautiful visions early on and the energy from her hands radiating. Mercedes had an intentional touch and listened to the body and spirit. She was attentive and aware. When I had tension or needed to reconnect to my breathing she noticed and softly offered guidance and reminders. Following the session I felt amazing and had a peaceful rest and recharge that evening. I felt bliss in my body and mind for a strong 10 days and then returned to daily stretching for self massage, but dedicated to a daily practice and will be better in the future about stretching even when I feel fine and not waiting until the tension is built up. I am so excited to work with Mercedes again and create a consistent care schedule to soothe and support my active lifestyle. Mercedes gifted me the best massage I've ever received - and I have been receiving massage since childhood and a massage therapist for over 6 years. A magical space to be in her presence.

Feb 06, 2024

I have been in Charlotte for 10+ years and bounced from massage therapist to therapist until I had the great fortune of meeting Mercedes about 2 years ago. She is hands down the best in the Charlotte area. Both my mental and physical wellness are vastly better because of her. She is not only a phenomenal massage therapist but takes the time to get to know and understand her clients needs to make sure they leave her studio in a better place. She’s simply the best. 🦛

Feb 06, 2024

If you haven’t had a massage with Mercedes, you haven’t had a truly 10/10 massage experience. Mercedes is a magical human. Her energy, her tone, her professionalism, and her blesseddddd hands. Not to mention, the studio is so beautiful. So much room for you to undress, settle in, and relax into your massage. The area is in a gorgeous part of Charlotte and there’s easy free parking out back. Stress free from start to finish. Book with her. Tell your friends. You won’t regret it.

Feb 06, 2024

I’m so grateful to have found Mercedes. She listens carefully when I explain what I need, and tailors her massages perfectly to relieve the aches and pains of old sports injuries and everyday stress. The massage space is lovely, with a calming and healing vibe. I always feel lighter and more mobile when I leave. Highly recommend!

Feb 06, 2024

Mercedes is the best at what she does. Highly recommend her services!

Feb 06, 2024

This was my first time seeing Mercedes and it was amazing! I truly feel so vibrant and refreshed! For the first time in literally years my neck and shoulders feel truly relaxed. Her level of care is unmatched and I feel like she truly listened to my body. I will definitely see her again in the future!

Feb 06, 2024

Absolutely amazing experience. Mercedes went above and beyond to create a safe space for me to release all of my stress and tension. Everything from the ambience of the location to her demeanor during the appointment screamed care and consideration. 10/10

Feb 06, 2024

Great service , amazing quality of product . And she just has a very special touch that can’t be defined . I couldn’t be happier !

Feb 06, 2024

Mercedes is the best massage therapist I have ever had. Definitely will be coming back!

Feb 06, 2024

Mercedes is the best!

Feb 06, 2024

Mercedes provided me with the most excellent experience! I enjoyed a 90 minute Reiki Massage with her and enjoyed every minute of it. She is thoughtful and provided a very peaceful energetic massage. The energy work opened me up to see pieces of myself that sometimes like to hide, or shy away from being seen. The massage allowed those pieces to surface peacefully and begin to integrate into my consciousness. It was the perfect way to relax, unwind and allow myself to be taken care of. I cannot wait for my next session with her!

Feb 06, 2024

My experience with Mercedes was absolutely amazing! She made me feel welcome, and this was my first energetic massage so she was very informative. The massage itself was so relaxing and calming, and after it concluded I felt rejuvenated, stress-free, and a sense of serenity. Thank you, Mercedes!!

Feb 06, 2024

Passionately engaged and skilled!! You will be amazed!

Feb 06, 2024

The Meta Hippo is unlike any massage experience I have ever had. I have never been more comfortable in a massage setting and I have never been more relieved (mentally and physically) than I was with my massage with Mercedes. Cannot recommend enough!

Feb 06, 2024

The best massage experience in all of Charlotte! Mercedes is talented and works hard to meet her clients where they are. I feel 10 times better each time I schedule with her. She’s is connective, helpful, and will help you feel your best!

Feb 06, 2024

This experience was beyond transformative. Mercedes has the gift and I left feeling light, in less physical pain, and overflowing with joy and gratitude. This is the way to get a massage that releases emotions!! Highly highly recommend!!!

Feb 06, 2024

Very professional and grounded. Highly recommend

Feb 06, 2024

excellent customer service , would 10:10 recommend

Feb 06, 2024

Had a great experience with Mercedes! Excellent tension relief but also great energy for reiki. Going to start going once a month!

Feb 06, 2024

Mercedes puts so much into your care. I felt I had so much healing with my reiki! It was my first experience. I have been having chronic muscle pain due to my job and I felt so good for a full week and a half after the massage, but my posture is so bad, it just starts to Creep back up! I’m Deff going to have to make this a regular thing! The vibe was so relaxing!. Go check her out and get you a meta massage :)

Feb 06, 2024

Mercedes space is warm and welcoming as well as her presence. Her massages are amazing and I recently went in for an energetic massage, she recommended. It was the best energetic massage! I highly recommend, I had been feeling my energy shifting and really needed help with that. She is so sweet and let me pull a card before the massage, which also helped in moving forward and releasing what needed to be released/and what needed to be known. She also takes the time to talk a little before and after and to answer any questions or any shares. It really meant a lot to me and her energy is uplifting and amazing! Thank you Mercedes and The Meta Hippo