Massage Therapy

Prioritize your recovery in order to return to what you love to do faster.

  • Sami Dowling, LMT, PTA, CTRS, MSRT

    With over 15 years of experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant, Sami has a well-rounded understanding of the human body and its movement patterns.

    As a Licensed Massage Therapist, she integrates advanced techniques such as trigger point therapy and myofascial release to reduce pain, improve mobility, and enhance overall well-being. Sami’s philosophy centers on the idea that the feet are the body's foundation, playing a pivotal role in overall structural health. The alignment, strength, and functionality of the feet influence the kinetic chain, impacting the knees, hips, and lower back.

    By addressing areas below the points of concern, Sami helps clients correct these underlying issues, by improving posture, balance, and overall movement efficiency. Sami is also a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS), which allows her to bring a unique perspective to her practice. She recognizes the connection between mental health and physical wellness. This holistic understanding will enable her to comprehensively address each client’s needs, ensuring that her care is as effective as it is compassionate. Sami also prioritizes education throughout her sessions, empowering clients to develop better body awareness and take an active role in their journey toward lasting health and balance.

  • Elm Root, LMT

    With a background as a former librarian, caseworker, and community organizer, Elm brings a unique blend of empathy and experience to their work as a massage therapist. Having worked with individuals from all walks of life, Elm understands how chronic pain and physical challenges can impact daily well-being.

    Elm specializes in treating chronic pain, disabilities, and helping athletes recover or enhance their performance. Their skills include deep tissue, Thai massage, trigger point therapy, and myofascial release, allowing them to customize each session to meet individual needs.

    Elm’s goal is simple: to help clients heal, find relief from pain, and enhance their overall wellness in a safe, relaxing space. Whether recovering from an injury, managing pain, or seeking stress relief, Elm is committed to supporting each client’s journey to better health.

Person receiving a back massage, close-up on hands.

Bodywork Services

Designed to remove severe tension, deep tissue massage is a technique used to relieve both muscles and connective tissue below the surface. It helps to improve range of motion and heal injuries below the surface. Massages are available from 30-90 minutes.

Located in our Downtown Portland clinic.