Tracy Burkholder, LMT, owner of Bene Massage brings 25+ years experience to each of her sessions.

Hi, I’m Tracy Burkholder, LMT

My History

I graduated from Portland's East West College of the Healing Arts in 1996 (Or lic #5771) and have been working full time as a practicing massage therapist ever since. In a profession that often suffers from early burnout, it is truly a privilege and joy to still be offering this work after 27 years. I have worked in chiropractic and Chinese medicine clinics, numerous senior care facilities and my own private practice.

My Approach

My unique and intuitive style focuses on support, comfort, and creating a relaxing and restorative space. I have extensive training and experience in providing massage for hospice patients and elders and this work has helped me be more patient, kind, and open-hearted with all my clients. My approach is also influenced by a variety of frameworks including Swedish, Dermoneuromodulation, Reiki, Biodynamic Massage and Mindful Awareness in Body-Oriented Therapy (MABT) all of which require a sensitive and kind touch.

I know it can take a lot to come into a stranger’s space and give a therapist the trust necessary for bodywork to be it’s most beneficial. I honor that this is a process and remain grateful for the trust my clients have given me over the years.

All massage sessions are delivered with thoughtful intention in a friendly, professional environment.

Beyond massage

I’ve been both a writer and photographer for most of my life. My work can be found at tracyburkholder.com and on Instagram. I’m learning how to paint at Ulna Studio and I practice yoga at The People’s Yoga.

About the Studio

Hours

Tues: 10am -7:30pm

Wed: 9am-7:30pm

Fri: 9am-7:30pm

Sat 10:am-5pm

Location

1416 SE 49th Ave. Portland, OR 97215

A charming, cozy home studio in the upper Hawthorne / Mt. Tabor neighborhood . The studio sits in a converted sun room facing my tiny garden and entirely separate from the rest of the house. There is a private entrance and bathroom for use solely by clients. Welcome to this little oasis in the middle of the city. Driveway parking available. On arrival, please enter through the back door of the house off the deck.