Chris D.January 2026Yelp
Almost instant relief from intense pain in just one visit. Rachel's knowledge and experience is by far the best in the greater PDX area.Posted on Yelp
Queer-owned therapeutic massage · North Portland
Restoring ease & balance for queer bodies.
Skilled, affirming massage therapy for queer, trans, and neurodivergent folks in North Portland.
5.0 from 21 reviews15 years in practiceOregon LMT · OBMT18364One therapist, one private roomHSA & FSA welcome
At Thrive Therapeutic Massage I specialize in providing therapeutic bodywork that is safe, comfortable and effective. My passion is providing queer, trans and neurodivergent people with a positive bodywork experience in a safe, judgment-free space, where you can relax and be who you are.
In clients' own words.
5.0out of 5
Mandy K.2022
Rachel is an incredibly gifted and highly skilled massage therapist. She is highly communicative, asks questions beforehand to help her understand what your needs are...Posted on Google
Stephanie A.January 2026Yelp
Truly exceptional. She has an amazing awareness of the body and what each person needs. I trust her with myself, my family, and my patients.Posted on Yelp
Krista D.2022
Rachel has been my massage therapist for a few years now. Her work is intuitive, calming and restorative. Every time I have a session I come out rejuvenated and light.Posted on Google
Heather D.January 2026Yelp
A true healer. Her professionalism, kindness, and knowledge always make me feel safe and cared for.Posted on Yelp
H.2024
It's been almost a year since I had a massage with Rachel and I've been meaning to leave this review ever since. This was hands down the best massage I've ever been the recipient of.Posted on Google
Candice S.January 2026Yelp
Rachel is a truly gifted massage therapist... a highly skilled, trauma-informed therapist, and one of the few I trust. She always approaches our work with kindness, empathy, and professionalism.Posted on Yelp
Common reasons people come in
Every session is built around your pain and your goals, not a set routine.
Neck, shoulder, and desk painThe everyday knot pattern from screens, driving, and carrying stress in your upper back.
Injury recoveryGetting range of motion back after a strain, a fall, or a long stretch of guarding an area.
Chronic pain with a historyLong-standing patterns that need assessment and repeat work, not one relaxing hour.
Binder and posture strainRib, upper back, and breathing-muscle tension from binding or from bracing.
Scar tissue and post-surgical workCareful fascia work around healed surgical sites, once you're cleared and ready.
Sensory-sensitive sessionsLights, sound, pressure, and talking dialed to what your nervous system actually wants.
Sessions
Not sure which? Book 60 minutes for one trouble spot, 90 if more than one area needs attention.
60 min
$110
60-Minute Therapeutic Massage
Focused work on one trouble spot, or whole-body maintenance. Every session opens with an unhurried check-in.
Book 60 min
90 min
$165
90-Minute Therapeutic Massage
More time for complex or multi-area pain, with room for both assessment and deeper work.
Book 90 minMulti-session packages for chronic pain and injury recovery, where the work builds across visits. Ask me about current options.
✓ Out of pocket only, no insurance billing✓ HSA and FSA cards accepted✓ Free to reschedule up to 24 hours ahead
Where to find me
- Address
- 415 N Killingsworth St, Ste 210
Portland, OR 97217 - Hours
- Sunday to Wednesday, 11:00 AM to 6:30 PM, by appointment
- Phone
- (971) 400-7768
- Getting here
- North Portland. Street parking, accessible entry and ADA room on request.
Meet Rachel
Fifteen years of listening to bodies.
I'm Rachel Kaufman, a licensed massage therapist and a trans woman. For 15 years I've focused on care for queer, trans, and neurodivergent clients, because I built the practice I went looking for and couldn't always find.
Trained in myofascial release, deep tissue, trigger point, and neuromuscular therapy. Trauma-informed. Member, Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals.
Her full story →Ready when you are.
Booking takes about a minute. If you'd rather ask something first, that's a completely normal way to start, and it comes straight to me.