Centered Healing
Massage, acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine in Northeast Portland. A holistic clinic combining massage therapy, acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine to support pain relief, stress and…
Massage therapists & bodywork in Portland, OR
7 human-vetted listings in Portland. Licensed massage therapists and bodyworkers — deep tissue, Swedish, lymphatic drainage, Thai, shiatsu, lomilomi and more.
See them on the map →Common Ground Wellness Cooperative
A 40-year healing co-op with a communal soaking pool and sauna. For more than 40 years, Common Ground has been Portland's home for alternative healing: a cooperative of 20+ practitioners offering…
Inner Escape Bodywork (Cory McVenes, LMT)
Ashiatsu and traditional Thai massage in Portland and Tucson. Inner Escape Bodywork is Cory McVenes, a licensed massage therapist with 10 years of practice focused on Thai massage and Ashiatsu. He…
Pdxist
Somatic bodywork and massage therapy in Portland. Pdxist is a Portland, Oregon massage therapist offering somatic, body-centered bodywork. Follow @pdxist on Instagram for availability and booking.
People's Health Clinic of Portland
Free monthly pop-up clinic for naturopathic care, acupuncture and massage. A nonprofit free holistic health clinic serving people facing economic injustice and other systemic barriers. On the last…
Root Whole Body
Naturopath, acupuncture, yoga, café and saunas in Slabtown. Root Whole Body is a small complex across from the Slabtown New Seasons with a naturopath, acupuncturist, yoga studio and café alongside…
The Everett House Community Healing Center
Co-ed, clothing-optional community soaking and healing center. The Everett House is a co-ed, clothing-optional, non-sexual community healing centre with a large outdoor soaking pool, dry cedar sauna…
About massage
Massage therapy uses hands-on pressure and movement on the muscles and soft tissue. Styles range from gentle Swedish and lymphatic drainage to deep tissue, sports, Thai, shiatsu and Hawaiian lomilomi.
A typical session is 60 or 90 minutes. You'll fill in a short health form, talk about pressure and focus areas, then undress to your comfort level under a sheet. A good therapist checks in on pressure and you can ask for changes at any time.
Choosing someone in Portland
- Check that they're licensed. Most US states license massage therapists.
- Pick a style that matches what you want: Swedish for relaxation, deep tissue for firm pressure, lymphatic for a light touch.
- Mention injuries, pregnancy or medical conditions before you start.
Questions
How many massage options are there in Portland?
Sanctuary Ground lists 7 human-vetted massage options in Portland, Oregon.
How often should I get a massage?
It depends on your goals and budget; many people go monthly, others before or after big events or training blocks.
Should I tip?
In the US tipping 15–20% is common at spas and private practices, though some medical or clinic settings don't expect it.