Licensed Massage Therapist — Portland, OR
Evidence-based bodywork for chronic pain relief, athletic recovery, and lasting wellbeing. 9 years of clinical experience. Oregon State Licensed.
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All sessions begin with a brief intake consultation to understand your goals, history, and pressure preference. Adaptations are made in real time.
Classic full-body relaxation
Long, flowing effleurage strokes, gentle kneading, and rhythmic tapotement calm the nervous system and ease muscular tension head to toe. The ideal entry point for new massage clients.
Targeted release for chronic tension
Sustained, firm pressure on dense connective tissue layers addresses chronic holding patterns, postural imbalances, and repetitive-use tension. Always adapted to your threshold — "therapeutic" not "painful".
For athletes and active bodies
Combines compression, cross-fibre friction, and assisted stretching to accelerate recovery, reduce DOMS, and improve range of motion. Effective pre-event (activating) or post-event (flushing).
Safe, nurturing care for expecting mothers
Side-lying positioning with supportive bolsters relieves the lower back, hips, and sciatic discomfort common in the second and third trimesters. Mara is a certified prenatal specialist — all techniques are OB-cleared safe.
Deep heat meets deep relaxation
Smooth basalt stones, heated to 130°F, are placed along the spine and used as massage tools. The radiant warmth penetrates muscle layers in minutes, dramatically reducing the pressure needed for deep relief.
45-minute foot & lower leg focus
Targeted thumb-walk pressure on reflex zones of the feet and lower legs. A complete 45-minute session for those short on time, or combined with another service as a relaxing add-on.
+$15
Custom essential oil blend — calming lavender, uplifting eucalyptus, or grounding cedarwood.
+$20
Topical broad-spectrum CBD salve applied to target areas for amplified anti-inflammatory effect.
+$20
Silicone cups lift fascia and improve blood flow to stubborn shoulder/back adhesions.
+$25
10-minute back scrub with mineral-rich salt and jojoba oil before your massage.
I became a massage therapist because I wanted to do work that genuinely changed how people feel in their bodies. After graduating from the Oregon School of Massage in 2015, I spent three years in a clinical rehabilitation setting working alongside physical therapists and chiropractors — which shaped how I think about bodywork as a therapeutic intervention, not just a luxury.
My practice is built around listening. I don't have a one-size-fits-all protocol: I assess your posture, movement, and history at each visit and adapt accordingly. Many clients say it's the first time they've received massage that felt both deeply relaxing and clinically effective.
I work out of a private suite in Portland's Pearl District, which means no waiting room noise, no double-booked hallways — just focused, unhurried time for your body.
License #LMT-12847, current and in good standing with the Oregon Health Licensing Office.
Completed the Trauma Touch Therapy certification — a client-centred, consent-based approach where you are always in control.
Private suite on NW Thurman. Fresh linens each session, hospital-grade table warmers, soft lighting, and no walk-in interruptions.
Online booking via Jane App, 24/7. Same-day slots often available Tuesday–Thursday. Cancellation up to 24 hours before your session.
“My chronic lower-back pain of three years is finally manageable. Mara found the root cause in the first session — she has an incredible ability to read the body. I book every three weeks without fail.”
“I was nervous about prenatal massage but Mara made me feel completely safe. The bolstering and positioning were perfect and my hips felt like a different body afterward. My OB has noticed the difference too.”
“I run marathons and have worked with sports therapists in three cities. Mara is genuinely exceptional — she understands anatomy, respects athlete schedules, and the sessions actually translate to race-day performance.”
“The hot stone session was unlike anything I'd experienced — the heat went so deep that knots I'd had for years just dissolved. I left feeling five years younger. Already booked my next.”
“I send every new client her way without hesitation. As a physical therapist, it matters to me that a massage therapist has evidence-based training and communicates with other providers. Mara is that person.”
Everything you need to know before your first session.
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 9:00 am – 6:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am – 7:00 pm |
| Thursday | 9:00 am – 6:00 pm |
| Friday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Saturday | 8:00 am – 3:00 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Online booking is available 24/7 via Jane App. Same-day availability opens at 8 am.
Pearl District · Free street parking on NW Thurman
Book online in minutes via Jane App. No account required for your first visit. Questions? Call or text Mara directly.