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Massage Therapy and Chiropractic

Highly trained therapists practice the art of therapeutic massage.

To join the team at Gentle Care Chiropractic, they must express a strong desire to work primarily with people wanting to recover their health after a recent injury or improve a chronic condition. Though anyone may see a therapist without having seen one of the doctors, many choose to benefit from a collaborative approach between the doctor and therapist.

 
Massage services at Gentle Care Chiropractic

 

Massage therapy compliments

chiropractic care:

  • Muscles react to stress by shortening and tightening up. This can lead to loss of flexibility in joints, misalignments, and poor health.

  • Massage improves the body's ability to hold the
    chiropractic adjustment.

Along with chiropractic

adjustments, massage:

  • Alleviates low-back pain and improves range-of-motion.

  • Helps stimulate the immune system; the body’s natural defense system.

  • Helps athletes at any level prepare for, and recover from, strenuous workouts.

Massage is especially effective in helping treat chronic muscular tension, promoting tissue regeneration, improving circulation, and reducing scar tissue.

 

 

OUR THERAPISTS

Melanie Psomas

My passion as a massage therapist is to help people in their pursuit to feel their best. I specialize in Deep Tissue, Trigger Point, Sports Massage, CranioSacral and Myo-fascial therapies. I have a strong intuitive sense that is helpful in moving energy and addressing muscular issues. I also have confidence in my abilities to assist people in their healing process. Breath work is vital to a healthy, active and balanced body, and it is a key component of my practice. Massage and breath work are very important in the release of toxins and in bringing awareness to the body. With a skilled therapeutic touch and a focused intention, I put others at ease while addressing their needs. I have an honest nature. I am a good communicator, and I consider myself a hard worker. My pursuit into massage therapy is continually reaffirmed by the impact it has on my clients, and I am eager to serve others in their journey towards optimal health.

Upon my quest for the right career choice, I reflected on my own experiences in receiving massages, acupuncture, and CranioSacral and naturopathic care. These therapies have been an important part of my self-care for over 15 years, and they have therefore lead me passionately into this field. My personal experiences have enabled me to continue to strive, and educate myself to be the best massage therapist possible. My clients know my commitment and it resonates. The impact that bodywork has had on my clients and my family is tremendous. The knowledge and awareness other health care professionals have provided for me in my lifetime is profound, and I am hopeful to give back as much as I have received through the years.

I was born and raised in Southern California, and I am the youngest of nine children. My personal interests include cooking from a variety of magazines and cookbooks, all forms of music and self expression, as well as health, exercise and nutrition. I am also a lover of the outdoors and enjoy exploring the many splendors that Oregon has to offer.

I am excited to have a career in something that I feel so well suited for and passionate about. I am equally excited to have joined the Dr. Dot team and look forward to working with you!

 

Laurie Sullivan, LMT

Laurie Sullivan graduated from Eat West College of Healing Arts in Portland, Oregon in 2004. Laurie has advanced training in Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Deep Tissue, Reflexology, Swedish and Sports Massage.

“I have always been connected with and drawn to a lifestyle of alternative healing, thinking, and living. I believe in the power of touch and in the art of using my hands in a way that is intended to be both comforting, as well as therapeutic. Every person is unique, and because of that, every session is unique. In a safe and comfortable environment, my goal is to listen to the specific needs of each client. To trust that my intuition will create a session promoting health, balance, awareness, pain relief, and clarity on both a mental and physical level.”

 

 
For a massage appointment call : 503-650-2394

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