Practitioners
At Common Ground Wellness Center we have a variety of practitioners to address all of your wellness needs including; Swedish and Deep tissue massage, Hot Stone therapy, Raindrop therapy, Aromatherapy, Acupuncture, Thai massage, Reiki, Naturopathy, Counseling and more. Feel free to contact us at 503.238.1065 to schedule a massage or get more information from our attendants.
Adele Cressy:
Low force Chiropractic care and energy work
Angela Parson
Chinese/Japanese acupuncture Nutrition and herbs Women's health.
Audy Davison:
Deep Tissue, Hot Rocks, Nurturing Swedish Massage, Reiki.
Betsy Loncar:
Deep Swedish, Relaxation
Carlos Martin:
Swedish and Deep Tissue Massage for deep relaxation, for injuries and for tired sore aching bodies.
Caroline Hoof:
Integration of Deep Relaxation, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Reflexology, Passive Stretching, Japanese Acupressure/Shiatsu.
Chad Anderson:
Soma Neuromuscular Integration (a form of structural integration in the Rolf lineage), Craniosacral Therapy, Somamassage (structural based full body massage), Therapeutic deep tissue, relaxing Swedish, movement therapy, fitness education.
Chris McMillan:
Acupuncture, Sound Healing
Chris Pelletier
Deep Tissue, Swedish, Relaxation, Injury Treatment, Pregnancy, myofascial, reiki.
Christian Collins:
My massage style encompasses a wide range of techniques, blended in a flowing experience. I combine Swedish and Myofascial work with point-specific deep tissue and the broad strokes of Hawaiian Lomi Lomi in a synergy of skills and intent. My knowledge of energy, and anatomy assists me to be aware, precise and direct in my work. In November 2007, after 9 years living in Asheville, NC, I moved to Portland, Oregon! I have been a Licensed Massage Therapist since 2002. I received my BS in Physical Therapy at the University of New England in Maine, and massage training at the Center for Massage in Asheville, NC.
To contact Christian directly 503-891-9274.
Gavin Bowes:
Consciousness Counseling is my means of guiding others into the same genuine transformation that I have experienced - from a life of weight and effort to one of of peace, self-awareness and freedom. This simple, powerful work does not attempt to resolve particular emotional/psychological issues, but to resolve the relationship with life itself by deeply awakening the conscious self. This awakening leads to all other resolution and healing, because of the conscious self's inherent state of peace and capacity to create and love beyond measure. However lofty that may sound, it is simpler and more possible than you can imagine. The work is very practical, based on two principles: 1) Unconditional peace is available in this moment. 2) Your experience of life is created by you, in this moment.
Gerri Ravyn Stanfield:
5 Element/Classical Chinese/Japanese Acupuncture Massage Herbal and Nutritional Counseling
Ginger Dowd
Relaxation and rehabilitation/injury recovery with massage. Cranial/sacral to myofascial techniques and facilitated stretching, pregnancy massage, hot stone, thai, all organic, low tech , natural facials.
Jacinda Phillips:
Traditional Thai massage, Swedish, Relaxation, Deep Tissue, Stretching and Movement, Pregnancy
My approach is an integration of education, hands on experience, willingness to listen deeply to the body, presence of mind, curiosity and exploration, intuition, and understanding of the musculoskeletal system. Every year I continue to expand my knowledge and experience with continuing education and practice.
I bring what I learn to every session with the intention of providing the most excellent massage possible. In recent years I have developed a focused fondness on Traditional Thai Massage. My dream is to travel to Thailand and study with the great Masters while immersing myself in the Thai culture.
I completed my studies at East West College of Healing Arts, in Portland in 2000. www.intuitivetouch.us
is a Naturopathic Doctor who practices Family Medicine. She works with children and adults of all ages to treat a range of conditions including ear infections, colds and flus, autism, hormone imbalance, menopause, hypothyroid, fibromyalgia, and others. She is also a Licensed Massage Therapist and uses several modalities including Lomi Lomi massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Cranial Sacral Therapy, and Lymph Drainage to help relieve pain and allow the body the regain balance. She is a provider for several insurance companies which allow naturopathic care, and sees cash patients as well.
Jana Spear:
Shiatsu Massage for Radical Self Care With roots in acupuncture & Japanese folk massage, Shiatsu powerfully relaxes, quietly energizes, and maintains the gifts you offer the world: mind, body, spirit. To schedule a session, contact Jana at 503-347-1665 or radicalselfcare@gmail.com. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing to your appointment.
Jane Garbisch:
Deep Relaxation, Stress Reduction, Muscle Tension Relief, Aromatherapy, Hot Stones, Swedish, Reflexology, and Pregnancy Massage. An experienced professional since 1991.
Jeffrey Brown
Deep Tissue, Swedish, reflexology, pregnancy, reconnective breath work, bio-energetics.
Jessie Diamond:
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with an interactive and dynamic approach, incorporating the wisdom of your Body, Mind, and Spirit/Heart to enhance, heal and transform the quality of your life and relationships. I am results-oriented and consider my work with clients as a partnership formed to meet your goals for therapy. I work with couples as well as individuals to address challenging life issues in the areas of relationship, communication, self-confidence, trauma, change, anxiety and depression, grief, anger, parenting, separation and divorce. Some of the models I might draw upon are cognitive-behavioral, psycho-dynamic, and transformational therapies, as well as the use of guided imagery, dreamwork, archetypes and other helpful approaches. If you are willing to walk the path of healing and transformation, my work and my joy are about helping you to do just that. Please feel free to call for a free consultation. 503-997-7910 jessiediamond@comcast.net | www.yourelationships.com
Jessie Spero:
Acupuncture, Massage, Herbal and Nutritional Counseling
Jonathan Berg
Relaxing therapeutic massage for stress and injury relief using myofascial and deep tissue techniques, Hakomi therapy
Juliette Soihl, ND Naturopathic:
Juliette Soihl is Naturopathic Doctor who does general family practice and works with a wide range of conditions, both acute and chronic. She does a thorough intake, physical exams and laboratory testing to guide her treatments and uses herbs, diet counseling, lifestyle counseling, nutritional supplements, homeopathy, and prescription medications when necessary. She finds homeopathy an especially valuable medicine to address mental and emotional as well as physical conditions including anxiety, depression, hormonal imbalances, skin conditions, and digestive illnesses. She has a special interest in holistic dermatology, working with conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, acne, herpes, ect. She is contracted with many insurance companies and does insurance billing.
For more information, please visit Dr. Juliette Soihl's website at: www.renewedhealthnow.com
Margaret Sanger:
Classical Five-Element Acupuncture is a healing art based on optimizing the health and vitality inherent in each person. Basic dis-harmony can manifest as symptoms in the body, mind, psyche or spirit. Five-Element treatments address all levels of well-being, discerning and gently correcting imbalances that limit full function in some way. Re-balance - prevent - thrive!
Mary Kay Szynskie:
One Brain – Biofeedback from the Body
Melanie Finnipot:
Shiatsu, Thai, Swedish
Michael Lehman
Reiki Healing Sessions, Reiki Circle, Reiki Classes & Attunements www.portland-reiki.com
Morgan Brent, PhD:
I offer sessions in the healing art of Vocal Vitality. This is an organic approach to improving your speaking and singing voice based on the principles behind naturalistic medicine (e.g. ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine), and timeless shamanic techniques. A session initially emphasizes breathing, toning, and getting you comfortable with whole-body sounding. We then use vocalized visualizations (vocalization + visualization = manifestation) to help awaken your 'Creation-body', the living earth within each of us. An activated Creation-body' inspires us with purpose, strength and an authentic voice. Once that voice begins to reveal itself, I can offer a multicultural selection of mantras, chants, healing prayers, and songs of spirit to help give it form and direction. The ultimate goal is to apply this voice to setting new vibrational patterns that call in positive life changes. And to have fun! For more information visit www.tribesofcreation.com.
Nephyr Jacobsen:
Specializing in Thai massage, Nephyr is the founder and director of The Naga Center, School of Traditional thai Medicine. Thai massage is deep, physically intensive massage modality that combines acupressure, deep compression work, intensive stretching and more. It is performed on a floor mat, with the client clothed.
Polonca Marx:
I am a licensed massage therapist with over 14 years experience. My training at East West College of Healing Arts in Portland and Physical Therapy education from Germany give me a balanced approach to Bodywork. I engage diverse massage techniques, specifically tailored to each individual. Drawing from a background in deep tissue, medical and orthopedic massage I achieve results in pain relief, increased mobility and deep relaxation. Specific techniques include Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Soft Tissue Release, Pre-Natal Massage and Integrated Stretching. These are powerful injury treatment and relaxation techniques that combine deep tissue massage with active and passive stretching. This integrated approach relieves chronic pain and muscle tension, restoring the body's natural function.
Sarananda Castle, LMT#7612
Swedish, Deep Tissue, Pregnancy Massage, Chakra Balancing & Raindrop Therapy
Licensed in Oregon since 2001, Sarananda tailors each session to the needs of her clients using intuitive touch and integrative techniques. Her practice includes Swedish and Deep Tissue Massage along with energy work and therapeutic grade essential oils, if desired. She is a trained Reiki practitioner who also offers Chakra Balancing sessions, Pregnancy Massage as well as Raindrop Therapy.
Pregnancy Massage: Many Moms-to-be have enjoyed the benefits of having her massage on a Body Cushion that allows her to feel relaxed and supported while face down even into the the 9th month of pregnancy.
Raindrop Therapy is a safe, non-invasive massage modality created by Gary Young, ND that combines gentle massage strokes influenced by Lakota energy medicine and a series of therapeutic grade essential oils dropped like rain along the spine. The treatment is based on the theory that viruses and bacteria lie dormant along the spine causing inflammation and contributing to muscle tension, chronic back pain, spinal curvature and less than optimum health and vitality. By introducing pure, extremely high quality therapeutic grade oils directly to the body that are absorbed through the skin and into the bloodstream, relief from pain, muscle tension and toxicity in the body may be achieved.
The oils used have been extensively studied for their highly antibacterial, antimicrobial and antiviral properties –this particular technique uses thyme, oregano, marjoram, basil, wintergreen, cypress, peppermint and a couple of Young Living proprietary blends. Not only are essential oils chemically complex, volatile substances that affect the physical body but, because they are the distilled, concentrated life essence of a plant, they also have very high frequencies that work synergistically with one's energetic and emotional systems making this treatment truly holistic.
The treatment as a whole focuses on the neck, back and the spinal reflex points on the feet. Although the treatment generally lasts about an hour, the oils continue to work in the body for up to a week. Most people leave feeling deeply relaxed and with increased vitality. Because of its potential detoxifying properties, proper hydration, before and after, is very important to the success of this treatment.
Sheridan Horning
Has practiced for over six years and employs techniques from Tuina (Chinese medical massage), qi gong, reiki, deep tissue, myofascial, craniosacral, shiatsu and triggerpoint therapies. She uses cupping and gua sha to create an even deeper release of areas with restricted movement or that regular massage can't reach.
Tania Andreya Neubauer, ND:
Tania Neubauer, ND, is a bilingual naturopathic doctor and clinical herbalist. She returns to Portland after spending her first year of her practice in a hospital on the island of Ometepe , Nicaragua , where she helped thousands of islanders ranging in age from 3 weeks to 106 years old. Before attending naturopathic school, she studied herbal medicine with Michael Moore at the Southwest School of Botanical Medicine and worked as a community health worker at the Berkeley Free Clinic. She emphasizes education to empower for self-care and practices with a client-centered approach to health. She wildcrafts and grows her own herbs and prepares her own line of herbal medicines, using local bioregional herbs whenever possible. She uses primarily herbal medicine, massage, nutrition, counseling, and integrative/pharmaceutical medicine. She enjoys providing care for a wide variety of concerns, including: Respiratory Ear/nose/throat Skin Digestive Cardiovascular (heart, blood pressure, veins) Women’s, men’s and pediatric health Mental health Urinary tract issues Endocrine (diabetes, thyroid, hormonal) Musculo-skeletal (bones, muscles, joints) Allergies Many other concerns Se habla español – para informacion en español, llame a
503-621-7607.
Tiffany Murray:
Swedish, Deep Tissue with Aromatic oils, Lymph Drainage, cellulite removal, Thai Massage