Testimonials
"Thank you Barbara for being such a beautiful spirit and healer on my path. You've made such a difference and continue to in so many ways that I can hardly express. Thank you for being such a blessing in my life." -Darlene R. Reed, PhD
"I received Maya Abdominal Massage from Barbara to seek relief from severe menstrual cramps and PMS symptoms. My gynecologist had told me several months before that I had two options for relieving bad cramps, which included taking several Advil a day (which is what I had been doing for years) or going on hormones. Both not being viable options, I decided to work with Barbara. After two MAM treatments, not only did she do the massage, but she spent lots of time educating me on uterine health, helpful dietary changes that could help, and teaching me the follow up self care I could do at home to support and nurture my reproductive system. The menstrual cycle following my treatment was not only pain-free, it was lighter and lasted two days shorter than usual. Overall, the two sessions with Barbara left me feeling more grounded and in balance with my body, which was very empowering." -Michele Eccelston, Garden Designer
"I love coming here! It is such a treat. I appreciate that Barbara asks if there are special concerns or areas of focus. The pressure is just right; her hands are wonderfully firm but gentle. The stones are warm and comforting. After my last visit and conversation with Barbara I felt she offered wonderful suggestions (a meditation exercise and a mix of essential oils) and I was very much cleansed energetically inside and out. I'd had a rough couple of months and this helped tremendously! Thank you Barbara for your genuine feeling of concern and support." -Jennifer Shulz, School Teacher
"Barbara, What a wonderful treat! Thank you for your kind and loving attention to my wellbeing. I am totally enamored with the LaStone treatment. You are truly gifted."-Francine, Real Estate Agent
"Barbara has many different modalities. Every time I go I try a different one. Last time I tried Chi Nei Tsang. I have a lot of digestive issues due to stress and she does a treatment that massages your belly. It is amazing. It was actually really relaxing and has been quite beneficial in aiding my digestion. I also highly recommend the raindrop therapy (combo with the hot stones and the essential oils). She rocks! Pardon the pun. Pros: Calm atmophere. She is grounded and offers many options." -Anna Spindler, UNICEF
"Hi Barbara, I just wanted to extend my deepest gratitude for your amazing gift! You really helped make my wife’s birthday the perfect event – and I’m sure, as a result, we will now be visiting Nurturance every time we visit Portland. Your gracious hospitality, extensive knowledge and boundless skill made it a day I know my wife and I will never forget!
Warm regards," -Stefan Lamotte, Program Manager
"During the time Barbara has been my massage therapist, I have felt relieved from aches and pains of my body and nurtured by the kind, caring and professional manner in which she treats her clients. Her skills have healed both my body and my heart." -Daniel Ursic
"I AM SO GRATEFUL!! I had the first good night's sleep in three months! Two nights in a row now! No more awakening with killer colic pain at 3am! I had a deep sense of wellbeing that lasted for hours afterward (rare for me). You did a fantastic job -gentle, open-hearted, oh-so-smart. Please excuse the rave here but I am hopeful and getting re-centered in my body for the first time in ages, thanks to you" -Debra, ND
"I have had massage from Barbara for the past three years and would strongly recommend her to anyone who wants a relaxing experience or who has physical limitation. Last year I had knee surgery and Barbara was attentive to how she positioned me and to the level of touch that felt comfortable. Above all, Barbara is gentle, adaptive and consistent in her work. I am fortunate to have found her." -Thalia M. Stewart
"I've seen some very interesting changes just since that first visit... For a while now if I tried to lay on my stomach it would hurt, a sharp pain in the middle up near my diaphragm. Anyway, it doesn't hurt anymore. Thank you so much for everything, looking forward to working with you further." - Terra
"Thanks to my receiving MAM, my monthly cycle is not the horror that it use to be. My periods use to be marked by extreme PMS and the pain was (once in my period) was so extreme that I would writhe on the floor for hours. The pain is not completely gone, but I can see a definite improvement in how my body handles the pain. It seems that my body and emotions have become calmer and more excepting of the process now." -Erin, student
"I felt good all weekend, I am sure the wonderful massage you gave me helped me to stay in alignment with myself both physically and spiritually over the weekend. I felt great after my Massage last week, my organs seemed much happier- Thank you!" - Heather Stoken, Yoga teacher, Usui/Tibetan Reiki Master