Caring Portland Massage

Portland, OR

Independent studio
Swedish
Deep tissue
Neuromuscular

Address

1016 SE 12th Ave Ste 3, Portland, OR 97214

Hours

Hours are not posted. Confirm before you go.

Services

Swedish, Deep tissue, Neuromuscular, Cupping, Sports, Myofascial, Lymphatic, Oncology, Trigger point, Hot stone, Aromatherapy

Price

From $105

60min session: $105 · 60 min · membership rate for 6 months
90min session: $160 · 90 min · membership rate for 6 months
120min session: $215 · 120 min · membership rate for 6 months

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What it is like

Reviews from around the web, boiled down so you can decide.

Caring Portland Massage is a dedicated practice offering therapeutic and medical massage in a private studio at Awakenings Wellness Center on the ground floor. Julie, the therapist, specializes in modalities like Swedish, deep tissue, neuromuscular trigger point therapy, cupping, and gua sha. They also provide sports massage and emulsion-free structural bodywork. Sessions are tailored to individual needs with a focus on chronic pain relief, post-surgical recovery, cancer support, and sports athlete care. Clients appreciate the trauma-informed, body-positive approach with options for essential oils, supportive pillows, and personalized follow-up resources.

Reviews from around the web

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Ashley Desvergunat
4 months ago
Julie is amazing, very attentive and thoughtful in her practice. Always asking how things feel and if I am comfortable. On top of being an awesome practitioner she is a wonderful human being. I am thankful she took me and my wife as patients.
Abby Friedrich
6 months ago
Had my first massage with Julie today- absolutely outstanding! I’ve had a zillion massages but I’d have to say this one was just about the best ever. Julie listened well, and her hands worked some serious magic- I have chronic upper back/shoulder pain and she’s come the closest yet to giving me some relief- highly recommend.
Molly Tiesenga
4 months ago
Julie is amazing! There is such an attention to detail and she really tailors everything to what you need. I’ve had a dozen massages here all different but all amazing.
Robert Namba
2 months ago
Julie is great at her craft of massage and also makes you the center of her practice. Been a client for years and would recommend.
erin b
a year ago
Julie is an absolutely amazing massage therapist! I’ve been to many massage professionals over the years, and Julie truly stands out. She’s incredibly skilled at identifying and treating aches, pains, and tension spots with a perfect blend of intuition and technique. Every session feels personalized and healing—not just relaxing, but genuinely therapeutic. She has a calm, grounded presence that immediately puts you at ease, and she really listens to what your body needs. Whether you’re dealing with chronic discomfort, stress, or just need a reset, Julie delivers results you can feel. I always leave feeling better than when I walked in. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for not just a good massage, but a truly gifted and caring practitioner!
Claire S
a month ago
Love Julie! She is always wonderful to work with, and truly personalizes flow to the client needs.
Jillian Thayer
2 years ago
I have been seeing Julie for a year now every two weeks or so, and I can't recommend her services enough! Julie is great at ensuring you are comfortable in the space, through a choice of essential oils, options for supportive pillows, eye covering, and other things to ensure you feel comfortable during your massage. Julie approaches her practice with a trauma-informed lens, and ensures she gets your feedback and understands what you're comfortable with, and what you want. In general, I always appreciate the ways Julie remembers my preferences and what's important to me, and makes me feel welcome, safe, and cared for. Oh, and did I mention that she's an amazing massage therapist?! She uses hot stones, cups, and scraping tools (only if you want them)to aid in your massage. Julie is great at her craft, and I always leave feeling a sense of ease and peace. Book an appointment with Julie already!
Ariel
a year ago
Julie is a miracle worker! I have had Migraines that kept me in bed 4-5 days out of the week. They did go away for a couple years and slowly started to come back. I spoke to my PCP and got a referral for Julie based off word of mouth. I can't say I have had a disappointing experience. I see her twice a week and have 1 migraine maybe every two months and that occurs only if I miss an appointment. She understands what she is doing and educates you if you're interested with stretches and sleeping positions ect. I have been weight lifting so my muscles get tight every now and then. Every time a certain part of my body is acting up she sets it straight. She's gentle, kind, caring, understanding, and really wants to make you feel comfortable. I love the environment, music, and essential oils (which she lets you choose). She's everything you would want I a massage therapist. Thank you Julie!
Krista Wood
2 years ago
Julie was amazing! I can't recommend her enough. This was one of the best massage experiences I have ever had. Julie was attentive to my specific needs, checked in with my comfort level repeatedly and made me feel like I was in control of my experience at all times. This was not a run of the mill, generic sequence massage; her approach was individual, specific, knowledgeable and nurturing. She even followed up with an email with resources to help my specific issues! Most certainly a unique and wonderful professional. I will definitely be back and also be referring my friends!
Erin Yanke
8 months ago
Julie helps so much with my very tense body for these very tense times. She also lets me know what I can do to take care of my rough spots in between visits to help us both. She's the best!
Michael Lane
5 months ago
Julie is amazing. I schedule with her everytime I am in Portland. She is an artist when it comes to working on the Human body. So creative and effective. I have had many injuries over the years and Julie provides a level of relief I have never experienced before. Worth every penny.
Clare Ling
a year ago
Julie is amazing! I came in for my first massage and she was so thoughtful and accommodating. She immediately made me feel comfortable and was an excellent listener, providing different options and techniques to help relieve my back and shoulder pain. 10/10 recommend!
Amanda Silvestri
a year ago
I highly recommend Julie and Caring Portland Massage! I've been seeing Julie regularly for about 3 years. She has been instrumental in my healing process. She goes beyond massage and also provides very valuable recommendations for other types of care as needed. I also love the location. It is a beautiful facility that promotes natural healing.
Kristin Berger
2 years ago
I can't recommend Julie enough! I've been receiving massage from her for a few years, and as my body changes, she has many ways of supporting it, including massage for chronic pain. Her studio is cozy and welcoming, and she always considers my comfort and preferences. Julie is down to earth, plays groovy soft music and is a lovely human.
Mandy M
a month ago
Julie is an amazing massage therapist, the best I've ever had. She checks in to ensure the pressure is good for you and she makes her space very safe to relax and feel at ease. Simply the best.
Christine Carmazzi
3 years ago
I have had a few sessions with Julie, and each one has been a treat! Julie not only puts a lot of thought and care into our sessions, but she is also extremely skilled- her massages always leave me feeling refreshed & relaxed. I would highly recommend Julie to anyone seeking an excellent massage!
Julian Pipkin
11 months ago
Julie is the absolute best! She has just the right amount of pressure (she's really great about asking) and I always feel so much better after our hour together. In today's world, getting a massage is a must. Julie helps me to re-set and get ready to be the energy our community needs right now. Julie is the first step to my ripple effect!
Dani Allen
4 years ago
Julie is a fantastic massage therapist. I really appreciate how comfortable they made me, checking in before and during the massage on lighting/music/bolsters/my preferences around touch. The massage was everything I requested and I left feeling restored and nurtured. I have some complicated health issues that can make massage a little stressful to get by a new practitioner and I really felt like Julie listened to me and I was not flared by anything they did. I can't suggest enough that you come see them!
Julie Perini
5 years ago
Julie is so great! She has been helping me recover from a car accident injury for the past month and I feel lucky to have her as part of my care team at this time! I love how she always provides little treats along with solid deep massage: hot stones, aromatherapy and more are all included. She's great with dealing with insurance, which can be a stressful part of dealing with a car accident. See Julie for a nice relaxing massage or to get help with injuries. She knows so much about the body and healing.
Courtney Ferguson
5 years ago
Julie makes you feel better! She’s wonderful at her craft. I’m a mail carrier. I walk 10 to 15 miles a day and haul 100 to 250 packages a day, so I’ve got some soreness issues. Julie’s massages keep me and my muscles going. She’s a great communicator and does everything in her power to make you comfortable. I’ve had a lot of massages in my life, so I can say with authority that Julie is top-notch.

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The bottom line

Caring Portland Massage, run by Julie, offers therapeutic and medically-focused massage in a private studio at Awakenings Wellness Center. Clients praise her attentive, personalized approach and trauma-informed care. Services include Swedish, deep tissue, neuromuscular therapy, cupping, and more, with a focus on pain reduction and mobility improvement.

reviews from around the web