Becca Ellis King, LMT
Welcome!
Flower of Life Massage is a peaceful sanctuary where you can slow down, release stress and reconnect with your well-being. With each session my intention is to be fully present with the unique person that you are so that I can provide you with a therapeutic experience that is unique to your specific needs. When you feel safe and supported, the natural healing forces within you are able to flow more freely, restoring your sense of health and wholeness. I am here to support your true wellness on all levels - body, mind and spirit.
I began my journey as massage therapist 26 years ago and have been trained in many techniques during that time. I have a lot of tools in my toolbox! However, my approach to bodywork remains firmly rooted in the present moment, guided primarily by my intuition. Each session begins with a brief check-in during which I attune myself to your current situation. Through empathy and deep listening I allow your unique self to convey which techniques will likely be best for you. I continuously receive information and take cues from your physical, energetic and verbal responses throughout the session and adjust my massage techniques accordingly.
AND - If I'm ever doing something that isn't working for you, please let me know. Open communication is key, bodywork is teamwork!
Sessions are most often a blend of deep tissue, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, craniosacral therapy, energy healing and rehabilitative techniques I learned while working with chiropractors for several years. Pressure and sensation may range from gentle and meditative to deep and intense, all of which are powerful and effective in their own way. Again, I will always adjust my methods to follow the harmony of the moment. Similar to a yoga class, I also often incorporate stretching and conscious breathing to prompt you to release tension and calm your nervous system - to slow you down - so that you are present with your own healing process and aware of the transformations taking place. Whatever your goal is, whether it be to reduce acute pain, address a chronic condition or simply to relax and rejuvenate, I welcome you with a happy heart!
More About Becca
My vocation as a healer grew out of my heart's desire to create peace in the world, a process which I believe ultimately comes from the inside out. I believe facilitating the experience of peace and healing within an individual ripples out to the community as a whole. When you feel supported and healthy, you can offer peace and support to the people around you more easily. I see this circulation of support as helping to heal and harmonize the community and even the culture we live in.
My interest in healing and the mind-body connection began while studying Psychology, dance and yoga at UC Santa Cruz. A course in acupressure was my first experience with hands-on healing and a particular catalyst for me. After graduating in the summer of 2000 I obtained my license to practice massage therapy in California. I moved to Portland in 2002 and eventually obtained my Oregon license in 2006, founding Flower of Life Massage shortly after. I still enjoy dance and yoga and have a deep love for the glorious natural beauty of the pacific northwest.
Education and Certifications
Oregon Massage License ~ #13085 ~ 2006
Certificate ~ 600 hr. Massage Therapy Program ~ East West College of the Healing Arts ~ 2005
Certificate ~ 200 hr. Massage Technician Program ~ Santa Barbara Body Therapy Institute ~ 2000
B.A. Psychology ~ University of California at Santa Cruz ~ 2000