Bios

Jessica Blaylock LMT #10266

I am inspired by the complexity of the body and enjoy nothing better then tracking the root of a persons pain and helping in its resolution. After years of experience in this dynamic trade of massage, I am continually compelled to reach out to my clients and be a part of their healing.

After completing the massage therapy program at East West College of the Healing Arts in 2002, I realized the infinite possibilities of bodywork. My training there consisted of Swedish and Deep Tissue massage while incorporating many Asian modalities and education in meridian patterns. I later traveled through South East Asia for several months studying the various healing practices of that region. Since then I have developed a massage practice using trigger point massage, deep tissue, myofacial techniques and eastern modalities simultaneously. I enjoy working on pain specific treatments and car accident recovery. I believe this fusion of techniques creates a potent opportunity for healing.

I have worked collectively for years in Portland with chiropractors and acupuncturists who have provided me the opportunity to work with many different car accident cases, back injuries and repetitive stress injuries. This exposure has been invaluable and is currently a large portion of my practice.

Prior to pursuing massage therapy I trained as a birth doula and love working in this setting. Since returning to the states, I have trained in obstetrical massage on site at Oregon Health Science University and volunteered my services there on the labor and delivery unit. I offer both pregnancy and postpartum sessions at my studio.

This work as a massage therapist is both technical and intuitive and one that I am honored to participate in.

Rachael Meador LMT #10461

My goal: Create a safe, nurturing and body positive space to achieve wellness through divine energy and bodywork. During my year long training in Swedish Massage at East West College of the Healing Arts I gained a strong understanding of body sciences and techniques giving me the skills to provide a well rounded massage. In my last term at East West I was introduced to Polarity Therapy. Developed by Dr. Randolf Stone, this ayurvedic based work activates the natural positive and negative charged poles of our bodies to restore healthy balanced energy flow. Resulting in deep relaxation and often rejuvenation. This work has become my passion both as client and practitioner and have found it's benefits to be profound.

My advanced training includes Polarity: Introduction, Back and Chakra. Thai Fusion: thai stretches incorporated into a swedish table massage.
For the past two and a half years I have been gaining experience in Hot Stone, Pre-Natal, and Therapeutic massage techniques at local spas, as well as training in body wraps, scrubs and foot treatments.
Through my training at east west, advanced classes, and practical experience I have developed an intuitive style rich in both eastern and western modalities creating a lovely brew to sooth both body and mind. It is my hope that each client leave feeling holistically nourished and cared for.