Illumination Bodywork & Massage

At Illumination Bodywork and Massage, I offer personalized therapeutic massage to help relieve pain, ease muscle tension, and support you in feeling more comfortable in your body.

I am a trauma-informed licensed massage therapist and regard your safety and trust as the most important aspects of our work together. I take time to understand what brings you in and what you need to feel supported. Your comfort, boundaries, and preferences guide each session. This time is for you, completely.

My work brings together deep tissue massage, sports massage, medical massage, and focused bodywork. Whether you are experiencing neck and shoulder pain, back pain, headaches, chronic tension, or limited mobility, we will work at a pace and pressure that feel right for you. I also provide massage to support recovery following sports injuries, motor vehicle accidents (MVA), and bicycle accidents.

You can find me at two locations: my studio in John’s Landing, Southwest Portland (97219) and Wild Reed Yoga Studio at 400 SE Grand Ave, Southeast Portland (97214).

Each session is an opportunity to address what is hurting, find some ease, and receive care that is thoughtful and healing.

Welcome!

I'm Emeilya Iben, a highly experienced therapeutic massage therapist based in Portland, Oregon.

Therapeutic Massage in Southwest Portland, Oregon

Personalized deep tissue, sports and medical massage for pain relief, muscle tension, mobility and recovery.

Welcome to Illumination Bodywork & Massage.

My work is designed for people who want more than a routine massage. Each session is individualized around what is happening in your body that day—whether you’re dealing with stubborn muscle tension, recovering from an injury, training hard, experiencing recurring pain, or simply feeling like your body needs some focused care.

I combine therapeutic massage techniques to help reduce tension, improve mobility and support better day-to-day function.

Located in Portland, OR 97219 and convenient to Multnomah Village, Hillsdale, Sellwood, Dunthorpe, John’s Landing, South Waterfront, South Portland and surrounding Southwest Portland neighborhoods. We have a second location in Wild Reed Yoga Studio (400 SE Grand Ave, Portland, OR 97214).

Providing you with a safe space to relax

I am a trauma informed practitioner and will always regard your safety and trust as the most important aspect of our work together. I understand the complex nature of trauma and ensure that as my client you are empowered. This time is for you, completely.

Located in Southwest Portland

Come check out our cozy, sweet little studio nestled in a treehouse (built in 1890) in the beautiful hills of Southwest Portland. Convenient to John’s Landing, Sellwood, Multnomah Village, Dunthorpe, Hillsdale and the South Waterfront.

 

Types of Massage

  • Deep Tissue Massage

  • Trigger Point Therapy

  • Swedish Relaxation Massage

  • Neuromuscular Technique

  • Medical Massage

  • Table Thai

  • Myofascial Release

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  • "Emeilya is the most talented massage therapist I have ever seen. She can find your problems and work them out. She will help you with your pain and discomfort, not just give you a massage and send you on your way."

    Megan D

  • "I've been to a dozen massage therapists before finding Illumination, finding success yet mostly routine maintenance. Emeilya understands and wants to pursue the root of your ailment, and how to avoid future injury. The education offered alongside the therapy helped me to understand my body better and finally solve all my aches and pains. I highly recommend to anyone who hasn't found the massage they're looking for, Emeilya's it!"

    Nash E

  • "I've tried a few times to see massage therapists for back pain, and often the therapists don't seem to provide individualized treatment based on what I tell them, but Emeilya is different! I explained to her my very specific back issues and she was able to provide personally tailored care for my particular type of pain and back knots. I would highly recommend this practice for transformative massage experiences!"

    Sarah

  • "I had a 60 minute massage with Emeilya on a Friday and was the perfect end to my week! She helped me feel comfortable and was able to listen to what I needed help with (tech neck ) from typing all week. Was a great massage for targeting my stress areas neck and shoulders and felt like I was floating on a cloud at the end! All those pesky knots were gone, I will be a repeat customer :)"

    Lauren

  • "As someone with a Spine Disorder, I am always looking for a massage therapist who is sensitive and knowledgeable, able to know intuitively what will work for my body. Emeilya got my back feeling good and moving well again in only a single session - I went from having tweaked my back to feeling good again. Would recommend her to anyone - she is a natural at what she does. Thanks so much Emeilya."

    Rachel

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