June 25th, 2011
Hello friends! I’m pleased to announce that not only is Portland Massage Associates open six days a week, we’re also adding two new specialized services to our menu.
CranioSacral Therapy is a light touch bodywork modality – great if you don’t enjoy strong pressure. Try craniosacral for headaches, sleep disorders, temporal-mandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ), chronic stress conditions, anxiety and depression, as well as everyday muscle and nerve pain.
CranioSacral sessions feel very different than traditional massage. The therapist holds and listens to the natural rhythm of your body’s cerebrospinal fluid, goes to where your body leads, and waits for your system to release. Sessions are done fully clothed. You might feel heat, pulsing, muscle and eye twitching, stomach gurgling, breath changes, and body/fascial softening with occasional emotional releases. A deep feeling of relaxation or “letting go” is a common reaction. One of the greatest goals of this therapy is helping you develop increased body awareness so you can prevent recurrence of whatever ails you.
Linda Dillingham, LMT offers CranioSacral sessions at Portland Massage Associates on Mondays and Thursdays. Book with her online, and try this interesting modality today! Linda is also available for traditional massage therapy sessions as well.
Foot Reflexology is based on the principle that specific zones of your feet and ankles reflex to parts of the rest of your body. Like traditional massage, reflexology reduces stress and tension, improves blood and lymph flow, and encourages the body to heal itself. Additionally, because we spend so much time on our feet, relieving foot pain can reduce stress and pain in other areas of the body. You can think of reflexology as “fine tuning” the body’s systems so your body can reach homeostasis, or balance.
During a session, you can expect a short foot bath, after which you will lie on the table clothed except for your feet. Just like massage, the work will feel both good and occasionally sharp on tight spots – but you’ll walk away feeling refreshed and renewed.
Stephen Potts, LMT offers Foot Reflexology as well as traditional massage therapy at Portland Massage Associates on Friday mornings (last available one-hour session is at 1pm), and all day Saturday. Book with him online today, and get a great foot treatment that will serve you well for the barefoot days of summer.
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May 10th, 2010
Friday, June 4th, 5-8pm
142 High St., Suite 535
My new office is in the State Theatre building, which is home to a huge array of artists and other creative types in the heart of the Arts District. If you’re Artwalkin’ in June, I invite you to stop in, say hello, and see the new space!
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February 6th, 2010
Looking for a midweek de-stress? Chair massage is BACK!
North Star Music Cafe
225 Congress St., Portland
Wednesdays, 12:30 – 2:30pm
…at least through the month of Februrary, and probably longer!
Come see me for a 10-30 minute session on your shoulders, back, arms, and hands – whatever needs a little extra attention on your lunch hour.
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September 21st, 2009
I’m pleased to announce that I will be working several shifts per week at Sage Wellness, 535 Ocean Ave., while one of their regular therapists is out on maternity leave.
Trying to schedule online but can’t find a time that works for you? Sage Wellness has online scheduling too! Click “Schedule Online” and follow the prompts, making sure to choose my name when presented with a list of therapists.
Please note that Sage Wellness has a different pricing structure than I do in my own practice, and that their rates will apply.
Hope to see you soon!
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June 30th, 2009
This month, chair massage at the tea shop is BACK!
I love Homegrown Herb & Tea. Sarah, the owner, creates Ayurvedically-minded tea blends for whatever ails you. While your tea steeps, I can work on your neck, scalp, shoulders, arms, hands, lower back… whatever hurts. By the time you leave, you’ll feel amazing!
WHEN: Every Thursday in July, 3-5pm
WHERE: Homegrown Herb & Tea, 195 Congress St., Portland
$1/minute, minimum 10 minutes per session.
Bring a friend, and have some tea!
And remember, I would love to bring my chair to your place of business or event. Call or email me to arrange this.
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February 23rd, 2009
Just added! Come join me for chair massage at the tea shop EVERY FRIDAY from now until the end of March. Stop in at the end of your workweek, get some delcious custom-blended tea, and your back, neck, and shoulders de-stressed.
Homegrown Herb & Tea, 195 Congress Street in Portland. Every Friday from 2-5:30 p.m. through February and March.
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February 15th, 2009
I’m bringing my chair back to Homegrown Herb & Tea this Friday! Stop by on your way home from work and get back, neck, & shoulders de-stressed while you let your tea steep. $1/min, minimum ten minutes.
Where: Homegrown Herb & Tea, 195 Congress St. in Portland
When: Friday, February 20th, 2-5:30 p.m.
Why: Because it feels great, and it’s a perfect way to start your weekend. And the tea’s amazing too.
I plan to be there on future Fridays to be determined. Call or email to check if I’ll be there on any given day.
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