Introducing the Bridge City Massage Team:

Nurturing Your Wellness Journey

Sarah Peterson LMT

(SHE/THEY)

Sarah is a compassionate and highly skilled Oregon State Licensed Massage Therapist (#26330) dedicated to providing inclusive care for individuals in marginalized and underserved communities. With over a decade of experience since graduating from the Swedish Institute in New York City (2011), Sarah draws upon her advanced training and experience using modalities such as: Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Prenatal Massage, Medical Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, and Sports Massage. Each session is tailored to meet the unique needs and preferences of the individual, ensuring a personalized and transformative experience. As a multidimensional practitioner, they have acquired additional certifications in: Massage for the Transgender Client, Medical Massage, Trauma-Informed Care, Scar Tissue Massage, and Usui Reiki (energy work).

This comprehensive training allows her to offer a holistic approach to healing, addressing not only physical discomfort but also emotional and energetic imbalances. Sarah’s unparalleled style is a complimentary blend of evidence-based research and metaphysical practice.

She excels in providing support for individuals navigating chronic pain, stress, post-operative tension, auto-immune disorders, grief, and depression. They are deeply committed to their clients' well-being and strive to make a positive impact in their lives through the healing power of massage therapy.

We offer massage treatments for conditions and symptoms related to:

Sciatica, stress relief, insomnia, general muscle tension, frozen shoulder, perimenopause support, fibromyalgia, plantar fasciitis, carpal tunnel, low back pain, depression, perinatal support, strains/sprains, and anxiety.

 
 

Kari Schmitt LMT

(SHE/HER)

Kari Schmitt is an Oregon State Licensed Massage Therapist (#26343) and proud graduate of Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, located in New York City. As a native of Southern California, she earned a B.A. from California State University Dominguez Hills where her focus was on Sociology and Psychology. Kari is passionate about the therapeutic affects of massage therapy and its profound benefits on the human body and spirit. Having studied both traditional Western techniques and ancient Eastern modalities, she is able to blend a variety of approaches to healing and provide a one of a kind massage experience for every session.

Based on the client’s needs, individualized treatments are crafted by drawing upon Swedish massage, Deep Tissue, Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release, Trauma-Informed Care, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Sports Massage, Acupressure, Cupping, Gua Sha, Shiatsu, Thai bodywork, and Tui Na theory. She is also certified and specializes in Prenatal and Postpartum massage and enjoys working with folks at any stage of their pregnancy. She is a multidimensional practitioner who holds additional certifications in: Scar Tissue massage, Massage for the Transgender Client, Trauma-Informed Care, Plant Topicals on Inflammation, and Abhyanga Hot Oil massage.

Whether clients are seeking massage for pain management, rehabilitation, or relaxation, she has the knowledge, passion for healing, and skill-set to help them achieve their goals. Kari works especially well with people who are dealing with high levels of stress, depression, anxiety, and trauma.


 
 
 
 

Massage has been shown to:

  • Improve mood and sense of wellbeing.

  • Reduce stress and increase relaxation.

  • Improve circulation, energy and alertness.

  • Reduce pain, muscle soreness and tension.

  • Lower heart rate and blood pressure.

  • Improve immune function. 

Schedule a session today. Feel the difference.

 Experience an inclusive and relaxing environment with our holistic massages based in Portland, Oregon