Massage Therapy & Bodywork
Healing Touch, Rooted in Rich Tradition
At The Buddha's Medicine, we understand that skilled therapeutic touch is one of humanity's oldest and most powerful healing modalities. Our massage therapy and bodywork offerings honor this ancient and shared human wisdom while meeting your modern wellness needs—whether you're seeking relief from chronic pain, support through injury recovery, care to support your healing from a chronic medical issue, or simply a deeply restorative pause from daily life.
Our Licensed Massage Therapists bring diverse training across multiple traditions—from Swedish and deep tissue foundations to Table Thai massage, Shiatsu, Chinese medical bodywork, neuromuscular therapy, and energy healing. This broad breadth and scope allows us to meet each person exactly where they are, tailoring each session to your unique body, goals, and preferences.
Massage therapy at The Buddha's Medicine is available to everyone! You do not need to be an existing patient of Dr. Matt or Jamie to receive bodywork services—though many of our patients find that massage beautifully complements their Ayurvedic medical care, mental health therapy, and integrative wellness journeys.
Our massage therapists are more than skilled massage practitioners alone—they are dedicated professionals of the healing arts, each bringing unique training, life experience, and a lot of heart to their work. Together, they offer a comprehensive range of modalities that expand our clinic's whole-person approach to wellness.
How Massage Integrates with Your Care
Massage therapy complements ands enhances our Ayurvedic, integrative medicine, and mental health offerings beautifully. Many patients combine regular bodywork with Dr. Matt's medical care and Counterstrain treatments, or Jamie's mental health therapy services, as part of a comprehensive wellness plan.
Our LMTs' training across multiple traditions—Swedish, Thai, Shiatsu, Chinese medical massage, neuromuscular therapy, energy work, and more—expands our clinic's whole-person approach to healing. Whether you're addressing a specific concern or nurturing your overall well-being, therapeutic touch is a powerful complement to your healing journey.
Each session at The Buddha's Medicine is an opportunity to reconnect with your body's innate wisdom and capacity for healing.
Meet Our Massage Team
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Chris Thurston, LMT
11+ Years of Experience · Massage Therapy Educator · Global Training
Chris brings over eleven years of massage therapy experience and a genuinely global perspective to his work. His journey has taken him from Traditional Chinese Medicine studies in Chicago to Thai massage training in Chiang Mai, Ayurvedic treatments in India, and plant medicine traditions in Peru. A dedicated Buddhist practitioner with fifteen years of yoga practice, Chris embodies the integrative spirit at the heart of our clinic.
Beyond clinical work, Chris has served as a massage therapy instructor at the National Holistic Institute, guiding multiple cohorts of students from enrollment to graduation. His teaching background enhanced his already exceptional skill in reading bodies and adapting his hands-on care in real-time.
Specialties: Swedish · Deep Tissue · Thai Massage · Shiatsu · Craniosacral Therapy · Myofascial Release · Reiki · Integrated Bodywork
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Kara Cooper, LMT
Nearly 10 Years of Experience · 10,000+ Hours of Bodywork
Kara brings a decade of dedicated bodywork experience and an intuitive, goal-focused method to every session. Her training spans the range of neuromuscular therapy, deep tissue, trigger point work, pregnancy/prenatal massage, reflexology, energy healing, silicone cupping, and dermoneuromodulation—allowing her to adapt fluidly to what each person needs.
Clients describe their sessions with Kara as both invigorating and deeply balancing. Whether you arrive seeking relief from chronic tension, support during pregnancy, or simply wholesome restoration, she meets you exactly where you are with compassion and clinical precision.
Specialties: Deep Tissue & Neuromuscular Therapy · Pregnancy Massage · Reflexology · Cupping Therapy · Reiki & Energy Work · Sports Massage
Get Scheduled w/ Kara - Coming Soon!
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Cassandra Cantu, LMT
Nearly 10 Years of Experience · Doctoral Student in Naturopathic & Chinese Medicine
Cassandra's path has taken her from the mountains of Colorado to the glaciers of Washington to the halls of the National University of Natural Medicine, where she is currently working on her doctorate in Naturopathic and Chinese Medicine. Her advanced training informs every session—bringing together rigorous anatomical knowledge with intuitive, heart-centered care.
Her specialized training includes Transformational Neuromuscular Therapy, Tuina (Chinese medical massage), Qi Gong, and internal organ balancing. Cassandra's heart mission is to create safe, healing, and inclusive spaces for her community.
Specialties: Therapeutic Myofascial Massage · Neuromuscular Therapy · Sports & Injury Massage · Pre/Postnatal Massage · Tuina · Lymphatic Techniques · Internal Organ & Meridian Balancing
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Massage Services
Our massage therapy menu offers something for everyone—from deeply relaxing Swedish work to focused therapeutic sessions addressing chronic pain and injury. Each service can be tailored to your needs, and our LMTs are skilled at integrating multiple modalities within a single session.
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Swedish Massage · 60 or 90 minutes · Get Scheduled w/ Chris or Kara
The foundation of Western massage therapy. Flowing, gliding strokes and gentle tissue kneading promote deep relaxation, improved circulation, and nervous system calm. Ideal for stress relief, general wellness, and those who are new to massage.
Reiki & Energy Work · 60 minutes · Get Scheduled w/ Chris, Kara
A gentle yet powerful form of energy healing that works with the body's subtle energy channels (prāṇa nāḍya) to promote balance, relaxation, and healing on physical, emotional, and spiritual levels. Can be combined with bodywork or experienced as a standalone session.
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Deep Tissue Massage · 60 or 90 minutes · Get Scheduled w/ Chris, Cassandra, Kara
Firm, focused pressure targets chronic tension, muscular pain, and deeply held stress patterns. Our LMTs integrate trigger point therapy, myofascial release, cupping, and stretching to create lasting improvements in mobility and well-being. Thorough yet attuned—always working with your body, never against it.
Neuromuscular Therapy · 60 or 90 minutes · Get Scheduled w/ Cassandra, Kara
Clinical bodywork using trigger point therapy, pin-and-stretch techniques, and range-of-motion work to release adhesions, reduce chronic tension, and enhance flexibility. Ideal for persistent pain patterns, injury recovery, and stubborn, persistent tissue dysfunction.
Myofascial Release · 60 or 90 minutes · Get Scheduled w/ Chris(add-on), Cassandra, Kara(add-on)
Sustained, gentle pressure softens restrictions in the fascial web surrounding muscles, bones, and organs. Restores the body's natural fluidity and alignment. Particularly effective for chronic pain, postural imbalances, and conditions that haven't responded to foundational massage.
Craniosacral Therapy · 60 minutes · Get Scheduled w/ Chris
Gentle, hands-on work with the subtle rhythms of the craniosacral network—the dural membranes and fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Supports the body's innate capacity for self-healing. Beneficial for headaches, TMJ dysfunction, stress-related conditions, and nervous system regulation.
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Table Thai Massage · 60, 90, or 120 minutes · Get Scheduled w/ Chris
Traditional Thai bodywork combining rhythmic compressions, deep assisted stretches, and precise point work along the body's energy lines (sen). Increases mobility, decreases pain and tension, and leaves you both energized and deeply relaxed. Performed on our state-of-the-art massage tables. Can be performed fully-clothed. Please wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing.
Shiatsu · 60 or 90 minutes · Get Scheduled w/ Chris
Japanese hands-on healing using rhythmic finger pressure, palm compressions, and gentle stretches to open and clear the body's meridian pathways. A meditative form of bodywork promoting deep relaxation and energetic balance. Can be performed fully-clothed.
Tuina (Chinese Medical Massage) · 60 or 90 minutes · Get Scheduled w/ Cassandra
Traditional Chinese bodywork using rhythmic compression, acupressure, and manipulation along meridian pathways to promote smooth Qi flow, relieve pain, and address both musculoskeletal and internal imbalances. Bridges massage therapy and Chinese Medicine.
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Sports & Injury Massage · 60 or 90 minutes · Get Scheduled w/ Cassandra, Kara
Tailored to athletes, active individuals, and those recovering from injury. Combines deep tissue work, neuromuscular techniques, and targeted stretching to address muscle fatigue, prevent injury, and optimize performance and recovery. Sessions are adapted to your sport, phase of training, and goals.
Pregnancy Massage · 60 or 90 minutes · Get Scheduled w/ Cassandra, Kara
Safe, nurturing care for the pregnant body using specialized positioning and gentle techniques. Addresses common sources of discomfort including back pain, hip tension, swelling, and fatigue while thoughtfully honoring this transformative time. Postnatal sessions support recovery and offer new parents much-needed restoration.
Lymphatic Massage · 60 or 90 minutes · Get Scheduled w/ Cassandra, Kara
Gentle, rhythmic techniques encourage lymph flow, reduce swelling, and support the body's natural cleansing processes. Beneficial for edema, post-surgical recovery, chronic inflammation, and immune support.
Reflexology · 45 or 60 minutes · Get Scheduled w/ Kara
Eastern healing modality working with specific reflex points on the feet to bring balance and harmony to corresponding organs and systems throughout the body. Supports whole-body wellness, improves circulation, and addresses foot-specific concerns like plantar fasciitis. Available with Kara.
Internal Organ & Meridian Balancing · 60 or 90 minutes · Get Scheduled w/ Cassandra
Gentle abdominal work releasing restrictions, improving organ function, and restoring energetic balance. Particularly beneficial for digestive concerns, stress held in the belly, and deeper whole-body integration.
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Integrated Bodywork Session · 90 or 120 minutes · Get Scheduled w/ Chris, Cassandra, Kara
For those seeking the best of multiple modalities. Your LMT draws fluidly from their full range of training—combining techniques based on what your body needs in real-time. A truly personalized healing experience for comprehensive care.
Cupping Therapy · Add-on or standalone · Get Scheduled w/ Kara
Silicone cupping uses gentle suction to lift and separate tissue layers, increase blood flow, and release deeply held tension. Effective for chronic pain and areas that don't respond to pressure alone. Can be integrated into therapeutic sessions or offered as focused treatment.
Appointment Availability
Mondays to Fridays - 9am to 8pm
Saturdays & Sundays - 2pm to 8pm
Session Length Available
45, 60, 90, & 120 minutes depending on service
Cancellation Policy
24-hour notice required. A $50 fee applies for late cancellations, no-shows, and late arrivals resulting in cancellation.
faq
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Massage therapy appointments are available to both new and established clients of The Buddha's Medicine. You do not need to be Dr. Matt's patient or Jamie's client to book a massage session!
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New clients will complete succinct, electronic intake forms covering massage history, key health information, and care preferences. This helps our LMTs understand your needs and tailor your session accordingly. Please make sure the required forms are completed at least 24 hours before your scheduled appointment.
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We do not. Our free consultations are available only for those seeking care with Dr. Matt and/or Jamie. However, if you have questions about whether massage is appropriate for your concerns, you are welcome and encouraged to contact us directly before booking.
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For most sessions, you'll undress to your comfort level and be professionally draped throughout.
For Swedish, Deep Tissue, Craniosacral, and most table-based massage, you'll undress to your comfort level and be professionally draped throughout the session.
For Table Thai Massage and Shiatsu, please wear or bring comfortable, loose-fitting clothing (yoga pants or sweat pants and a t-shirt work well) as these modalities are performed fully clothed.
For Tuina, if you prefer to remain clothed, comfortable, loose-fitting clothing works well.
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Avoid heavy meals immediately before your appointment.
Stay well-hydrated. Favor non-carbonated water and herbal teas.
Arrive a few minutes early to settle in, especially if it's your first visit.
Communicate openly with your LMT about your goals, pressure preferences, and any areas to focus on or avoid.
