Holding Space Massage

Portland, OR

Independent studio

Address

8723 NE Fremont St, Portland, OR 97220

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Hours

Hours are not posted. Confirm before you go.

Phone

503-389-5579

Price

Moderate

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What it is like

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

Holding Space Massage, led by Arwyn Daemyir, is a body-positive massage service in Portland's north Montavilla neighborhood. The practice specializes in therapeutic massage for people of all body types, including fat individuals, transgender women, men, and nonbinary people, as well as pregnant and postpartum clients. Sessions are designed to be a safe, accepting space where clients can explore body acceptance and release stress. Appointments are typically 90 minutes long, with 70 minutes on the table, allowing time for discussion and personalized care. The home office is described as clean and peaceful, with soothing music. Arwyn is known for her intuitive, responsive approach, adapting to individual needs and providing a nurturing environment. Clients appreciate her body-positive attitude and the welcoming atmosphere. Schedule your massage now.

Reviews from around the web

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Amy Rhime
13 years ago
Arwyn is an amazing massage therapist, and I've only had excellent experiences on her table. She is intuitive and caring, extremely open and responsive to suggestions. She never gives the same massage twice, always focusing on the unique challenges of that particular day. I also really appreciate that she's totally body positive and welcoming to peoples of all body types, sexual orientations, and genders. I would recommend Arwyn to anyone looking for a wonderful massage experience. "Holding Space" is the perfect description for what she does: providing a safe, comfortable, nurturing place to work through and release the myriad stresses (physical and otherwise) we hold in our bodies.
Savannah Mayfield Roberson
12 years ago
As a massage therapist, I am very discriminating about what I like in bodywork. Let's be honest, I am picky! And Arwyn of Holding Space massage more than met my expectations. She had me so relaxed that I could barely get my clothes back on. She has the perfect balance of mindful presence and focused skill that put me into a deeply connected zone. I highly recommend her to anyone who wants a safe, accepting massage therapist who can truly "hold space."
Katie Boyd
13 years ago
So, I've had three pregnancy massages with Arwyn to date, and her hands are MAGIC!! I never fail to become a puddle of goo, and she has that priceless talent of finding the places that need the most attention. Her home office is clean and peaceful, her taste in soothing music is excellent, and when she's come to my house, she's happy to adapt to my cramped surroundings. I'm really looking forward to our postpartum date!
Emily Manuel
12 years ago
Best massage I've ever had. As a transgender woman I normally feel exposed and vulnerable on the table, but Arwyn made me feel extremely comfortable, allowing me to relax and enjoy the experience. Highly recommended.
Jasper Moon
7 years ago
I’ve been seeing Arwyn for several years. She is thoughtful, skilled, compassionate, and always practices good consent. A fabulous human and massage therapist.

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The bottom line

Holding Space Massage in Portland offers body-positive therapeutic massage for people of all body types, genders, and orientations. Specializing in pregnancy, transgender, and fat-positive care, Arwyn Daemyir provides a safe, nurturing environment for clients to release physical and emotional stress. Sessions are typically 90 minutes, with 70 minutes on the table, and are tailored to individual needs.

reviews from around the web