Portland Thai Massage — Thai massage therapist in Portland, OR
Address1910 SE 11th Ave OR, Portland, OR 97214
Phone+1503-946-5377
Websiteportlandthaimassage.org
Lauren G Ferreira, LMT, offers traditional Thai bodywork combined with sports massage techniques in Portland, Oregon. Her approach focuses on efficient pain reduction and improved mobility through personalized, targeted treatments. Ferreira collaborates with clients to achieve noticeable improvements, often after a single session, with lasting changes supported by at-home practices. She has been studying and practicing Thai massage since 2008 and completed a 750-hour massage program at the University of Western States, incorporating Western-style techniques like sports medicine massage and trigger point therapy. Her practice is open to BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ individuals, and she has a proven track record in treating chronic muscle pain, tightness, and mobility issues.
Best for
- Individuals with chronic pain
- Those seeking improved mobility
- Clients with muscle tightness
- People recovering from injuries
| Key services | Thai massage, Sports massage, Trigger point therapy, Therapeutic bodywork |
| Languages | English |
| Tags | thai massage, portland, oregon, lmt, sports massage, pain relief, mobility, therapeutic massage, muscle tension, chronic pain |
Reviews on Google5.0 · 74 reviews
Hands down the most effective treatment I've had for chronic pain! Lauren worked on my hips/glutes, neck. , shoulder and low back. I haven't felt this good in years! I'm feeling very hopeful about living pain free now and so looking forward to weekly appts. I am so grateful I found her. Thankyou
Wowwww. I think I had one of the best massages I’ve ever had. Lauren’s so great. She talks to you about where your problem areas are and really gets in there. I feel so relaxed after. I’m only visiting Portland, so I’n sad I can’t keep going to see her 😭😭😭 I’ve had other thai massages before, but she’s been the best at pinpointing my worst problem areas. She’s knowledgeable and experienced.
I got an amazing massage from Lauren yesterday. She is clearly very skilled and helped relieve me of some serious neck pain and also relieved a lot of tension that I had in my hips. I have used *many* massage therapists due to car accidents and repetitive motion issues. Lauren is really top notch. I highly recommend her.
I’ve been battling some knee issues and one of the lovely side effects seems to be every muscle adjacent is tight and unforgiving—especially those in my calf. I’ve seen Lauren about a half dozen times and the general improvement of my flexibility and range of motion is impressive. But the change in my calf is on another level. Go see Lauren—she will help you !
I spent twenty years with severe shoulder pain, and was told I had a torn rotator cuff which required surgery. Facing a six month recovery period, I was never in a position to take that much time off of work, and I was resigned to living with limited mobility and chronic pain. Several months later, I’m pleased to report that ONE session with Lauren has quite literally changed my life. I have full range of motion, I’m no longer waking up in excruciating pain, and my entire disposition has improved. (Chronic pain can and will affect your mental health) 10/10 would absolutely recommend seeing Lauren if you’re dealing with old injuries, stiffness, arthritis, pinched nerves, etc
I recently had my first Thai massage ever with Lauren and I'm hooked! I was concerned it would be too intense for the issues I have that are related to a cervical fusion and a reverse shoulder replacement. Instead, it was therapeutic and relaxing. Lauren is a good communicator and an experienced therapist. Her studio is nice and inviting.
Lauren was everything! As soon as I walked in, the suite smelled amazing and had such good vibes. I came in thinking I was about to get a chill massage, but the stretching she did was exactly what I didn’t know I needed. My back and hip had been hurting, but by the end, the pain was gone, and I felt brand new. I even added an extra 30 minutes because it was just that good! Definitely hitting her up again next time I’m in town.
Lauren is amazing. I have recurring injury-based pain in my lower back from years of Muay Thai, weightlifting, and other sports. I've tried other massage places, acupuncture, and chiropractic care. Nothing gives as much relief as Lauren's massages. They are painful, but the relief is instant. It is truly a gift.
Lauren was very accommodating in fitting my friend and I in, as we traveled to Portland for vacation. Having experienced other Thai massages, it was evident to me quickly that her level of attention was tailored to what my body needed. Massage was heavenly. She genuinely cares about her clients, as she took the time to speak to me about a couple of tools I can use to further help my issues. I highly recommend Lauren! A++ experience.
Lauren is fantastic at her work and very pleasant to work with. I deal with quite a bit of muscle tension and pain, and already feel so much better after just one session. Her studio is clean, comfortable, and easy to access. She’s very knowledgeable and professional, and made some great recommendations following our session to help address my specific needs. I’ll definitely be a returning client and highly recommend her for anyone considering giving her services and/or Thai massage, in this case, a try. Thanks Lauren!
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