I am a massage therapist based in Northeast Portland, where I was born and raised. I recently completed the 800-hour massage program at East West College, one of the top massage schools in the country. This training gave me a solid foundation in both Eastern and Western healing techniques, which I integrate into my practice.
Clients often describe my massages as deeply relaxing and nourishing to the nervous system. I aim to create a calm, cozy environment where you can fully unwind and experience the benefits of massage. My approach combines intentional and flowing pressure, tailored to your individual needs.
Outside of work, I enjoy swimming in local rivers during the summer, taking long walks around the city, and spending time in the neighborhood’s coffee shops and social spots with friends. I am excited to serve the community I grew up in and to help others find balance and relaxation.
I look forward to meeting you and supporting your wellness journey.
I am a massage therapist based in Northeast Portland, where I was born and raised. I recently com...
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Iva works in partnership with clients’ nervous systems to reduce physical symptoms and find techniques that bring relief all while supporting the client’s emotional experience. They integrate myofascial, deep tissue and neuromuscular skills with clinical specificity to intuitively cater treatment to the individual. Soft tissue mobilizations, cupping and gua sha are favorite tools to deepen treatments. They offer trauma-informed massage that welcomes all bodies and genders.
In their free time Iva enjoys reading, crosswords, karaoke, swimming in open water, and watching their dog and cat play.
Iva works in partnership with clients’ nervous systems to reduce physical symptoms and find techn...
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Samantha, license #22341, graduated from East West College of the Healing Arts in 2016, and returned as a faculty member to teach foundational bodywork, eastern and energetic modalities, and ethics classes in 2019. In her practice, Samantha caters a massage to each specific client’s needs using a variety of techniques including myofascial release, Tui Na (Chinese acupressure massage), cupping and gua sha, relaxation, deep tissue, and Thai modalities.
As a former doula, Samantha was originally called to massage work with prenatal and postpartum clients, and while her work has expanded to include a wide variety of clients, she continues to love working with people in all phases of child-bearing. Samantha is a member of Associated Massage and Bodywork Professionals, creates a safe space for all clients including LGBTQIA+, and strongly believes in the mission of Health At Every Size (HAES).
In her free time Samantha enjoys embroidering and knitting; spending time with her husband, child, and rascally cat; and listening to paranormal podcasts.
Samantha, license #22341, graduated from East West College of the Healing Arts in 2016, and retur...
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