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Donna in Portland, OR, USA

Massage Therapist

I am a therapist and healer dedicated to being a life-long learner in order to build my skills in order to best serve my family, clients, and community. I have been a licensed practicing massage therapist for over 14 years starting my career in Houston, TX though I gave my first foot massage when I was around 3 years old.

During my first years of massage I also gained placement in a competitive program for physical therapy assistant in order to expand my core knowledge of kinesiology, anatomy and physiology needed to be an adept deep tissue rehabilitation focused therapist. Around this time I also started my commitment to volunteering giving time regularly to non-profits providing advocacy and support for women and children. While in Texas I mostly worked in large health clubs with a focus on deep tissue, trigger point, myo-fascial release, and professional athletes.

Throughout this experience my thirst for knowledge led me to finish my undergraduate degree in public health education which led me to Oregon. Once I moved to Oregon I began cultivating more Eastern/ Energy techniques gaining my level 1 Reiki, studying Zen Shiatsu, Acupressure, and Qigong.

This addition greatly expanded my ability to promote positive outcomes in my clients and helped fully round out my current style of practice. While completing my degree at Portland State University I started my work in the Spa world. This experience really helped me hone all types of sensory modalities and environmental changes that best promote not only the best massage experience possible but that carry on your results for hours if not days longer.

This is also where I learned to use hot stones for massage as well as learning the art and science of making my own body scrubs, masks, lotions, and therapeutic salts. All of our senses must be nurtured in order to promote maximum relaxation and renewal.

I am currently completing my graduate degree in occupational therapy which allows me a greater perspective on healthy habits and routines to best facilitate healthy long term outcomes. Over the last 14 years my sense of humor, strong work ethic and dedication to best serving my diverse clientele has helped me to build a successful sustainable practice.

I have also taken classes and built skills in pre-natal massage, massage for labor and delivery, aromatherapy, as well as reflexology. I enjoy bringing relaxation and balance to my client’s lives while helping them build sustainable holistic health practices.

Throughout my career I have maintained the highest level of discretion and confidentiality providing not only great massages but also peace of mind. I look forward to sharing my special style of massage with you in the future.

Feedback:

“"That was one of the best massages I've ever had!"”

Wombats Drummer Dan Haggis

Feedback:

“We love Dr. Dot and her entire team. It's so nice to know that we can get a massage in any city! Traveling can be uncomfortable and her team really helps us out on the road. I would hate to tour without them!”
Erin - Tour Manager (Pat Benatar)
“"Thanks for the prompt service. Amy (Miami) was great!"”
Paul C. (Tour manager of the Hives)
“"Everything was great as always thank you again"”
Gabriel Iglesias TM Ryan
“Dr. DOT is the best. She has this ability to relate to everyone somehow and is so passionate about massage, what other boss do you know comes out and does massage, obviously she only hires the best.”
Jeremy (Bassist of Paramore)
“Both Smo and I love your Dot Bots. Between filming our tv show and touring constantly, your bots are our saving grace! Thanks! Dan”
Big Smo tour manager Dan
“Lars (Stockholm Dotbot) took care of the band-members and left all in awe! He provided a table, towels etc which made it very easy to work with. Very on point and definitely made for an amazing show at night - thank you again! Romi (Prague Dotbot) came by, arrived early, was very well prepped (had her own table, scented candles, oils, towels) and had the brightest smile we'd seen in days! She took care of the band-members who all were left amazed and startled by her touch ;) Thanks Romana, def will hit you up next time round. Martijn Tour Manager - Ben Howard”
Martijn Tour Manager - Ben Howard
“Hello Just a note on how utterly our treatments were. Haley (Seattle Dotbot) was incredibly diligent and caring could not speak more highly of her Thank you again Sweeney Tour Manager APHEX TWIN / NOTHING BUT THIEVES ”
Sweeney Tour Manager APHEX TWIN / NOTHING BUT THIEVES
“I love using your Dot Bots they are always so professional and provide excellent service regardless of the city or continent! They always make my clients very happy and at the end of the day that's all that matters!”
Clay - Tour Manager (Staind) and Guns n' Roses Monitor Engineer
“"Thanks for sorting today. Dan ( Dan Haggis (drums, percussion, keyboard and backing vocals) said it was one of the best massage's he's ever had. S." ”
Wombats Manager
“"Hi Dot, everyone was happy with their massage - so thumbs up! Thanks for arranging for us! Cheers, Yvette"”
Bon Jovi TMA Yvette
“Dot, Thank you again for taking such good care of us. Your Dotbots are doing a great job for us out here and making happiness for our bands and crew. Melanie”
Casting Crowns Tour manager Melanie H.
“Dr. Dot is a life saver on tour.”
Rikki Rockett - Drummer of Poison
“Thanks a lot for your help along the way!”
Sherri - Production Coordinator (Mannheim Steamroller)
“"My guys were very pleased. Thanks for pulling through last minute"”
Manchester Orchestra TM Nate
“Cherrie in NH was awesome!!! Thank you for the great service. ”
Black Label Society TM Mike
“"Thank you so much. Abby (Dallas DotBot) was amazing. All are very pleased."”
Big Gigantic TM Katie
“The Dots we had rocked!”
Christopher - Tour Manager (Bad Company)
“Whitney did a great job, and some of the other guys had work done also so I think it worked out well for her too cheers! Best Regards Paul Collis”
Anthrax Tour manager Paul
“I want to thank you for coming through these last couple of times Dot. Your team has been completely professional and nothing short of stellar.”
Luis - Manager of Maxwell
“To Whom It May Concern: I have been touring for about 22 years with many different bands (Dave Matthews, Tracy Chapman, Primus, etc etc...) The masseuse I had today for The Weepies show at The State Room in SLC, Danielle, was perhaps one of the best I have ever had. Everything from her disposition to her skills. My entire band and crew adored her. I felt it was important to tell how amazing this woman was, and how she brightened our day. Best Regards, Brett Manager – The Weepies”
Brett, Manager – The Weepies
“Excellent. Loving your service - girls have been fantastic.”
John Nave (Tour Manager - Gipsy Kings)
“Dr. Dot aka the Queen; helping us out on this run!! #drdot #dotbots”
Kristin Schloesser Tour Manager -Allyssa Edwards; Scream it lymi tour; Get Loud tour
“Thanks. We've had a lot of the Dr. Dot's on various stops on the recent Staind tour. Thanks for the therapy!”
Brian Wolk
“I only and will only use DOT BOTS!”
Sid Wilson (Slipknot)
“"Dr. Dot really is just the best and saves me so much time hunting for (good) massage therapists for whole mornings!"”
Sarah, the Wombats
“"thanks a lot for your help during our tours"”
Zucchero tour manager Laura
“"Heather (Seattle) was awesome...Pain is down from a 9 to about a 2 or 3. By far, one of the best massages I have ever gotten. As usual, you and your Bots rock!"”
Van Halen Tour Management Mike. M
“"You and your team ROCK!"”
Fred, Maroon 5 Tour Manager
“Hi Dot, FYI Danielle in Salt Lake City was amazing, she worked on my whole crew and band and everyone loved her. Thanks again Tony ”
Tony, TM: Victoria Justice / Cobra
“"Thanks for sorting Cherri in Portsmouth(UK) …. My guitar player is very happy"”
Chris G. tour manager of Australian Pink Floyd