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.
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 my clients' 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 goals.
Chronic painLong-standing patterns that need assessment and repeat work. We track changes between sessions to ensure we are meeting your goals.
Injury recoveryWork focused on restoring capacity and reducing discomfort and pain after an injury, targeted to support healing and recovery.
HypermobilityFocused work that uses leading techniques to support hypermobile bodies.
Sessions
60 min
$110
60-Minute Therapeutic Massage
Great for focused work on one or two trouble areas, or whole body maintenance. Includes time for an unhurried check-in and checkout. Please allow up to an hour and a half for your appointment.
Book 60 min90 min
$165
90-Minute Therapeutic Massage
Focused work on multiple trouble areas, or a more spacious whole bodywork session. Includes time for an unhurried check-in and checkout. Please allow up to two hours for your appointment.
Book 90 minMulti-session packages available. 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
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 →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
- My office is in the Skanner collective on Killingsworth St. On-street parking, and about a 5-minute walk from the Albina & Killingsworth bus stop.